Veer Apartments Austin Review: Hotel Conversion Studios Under $700 in North Austin (78753) | For Rent

Every listing site says Veer Apartments was “built in 2024.” That’s not the full story. I’ve tracked Austin apartment pricing across 1,000+ properties for the past three years. When I dug into this one, I found something the listings don’t mention. Veer is a converted Quality Inn hotel. SHIR Capital bought the five-story building and turned 174 hotel rooms into apartments, wrapping up in 2024-2025.

Why does that matter? Because it explains everything about this property. The 275-325 square foot studios, the shared laundry room, the thin walls. Those are hotel bones, not apartment construction. And the price, studios starting at $674, makes a lot more sense when you understand you’re renting a renovated hotel room with new finishes, not an apartment built from scratch.

Veer sits at 7928 Gessner Dr, just off Anderson Lane near I-35. If you’re searching for cheap apartments in Austin, the math here is hard to ignore. Third-party sites advertise “8 weeks free” on market rents of $790-835. But the property’s own website lists rents at $690-697, which is about what you’d pay after factoring in that deal. Either way, expect to pay somewhere in the $674-861 range. Water’s included. Pet owners can bring up to three animals with a 175-lb weight limit.

This review breaks down what the listing sites won’t tell you. What it actually means to live in a converted hotel. The true monthly cost. And the screening criteria that’ll decide whether you get approved.

Quick Facts: Veer Apartments

The 4.5 Google rating is strong for any property, and really strong for a building that’s only been taking tenants since mid-2025. I’ll break down what’s behind those reviews and whether the praise holds up below.

Who Veer Works For

You’re on a tight budget and want something that feels current. Most studios under $700 in Austin put you in properties built 40-50 years ago with old plumbing and roach problems. Veer’s hotel conversion means the bones are older, but the finishes are new: vinyl plank flooring, quartz countertops, stainless appliances, and updated fixtures. You won’t mistake it for a $1,400/month new build, but it doesn’t look or feel like a 1970s complex either.

You have pets and you’re tired of weight limits. I work with a lot of pet owners, and 175 lbs is a high ceiling. Most Austin properties cap at 50-75 lbs. If you have a large dog, Veer allows up to three pets total, which works if you have more than one pet. If you’re looking at other options, I keep an updated list of pet friendly apartments in Austin that includes weight limit details. The $295 nonrefundable pet fee and $10-25/month pet rent per pet are below what most Austin properties charge.

You work in North Austin and want a short commute. Gessner Dr puts you close to the I-35 corridor, about 15 minutes from The Domain, 10-12 minutes from the Tech Ridge area, and roughly 20 minutes from downtown outside rush hour.

Who Should Skip Veer

You need space. The Curve studio is 275 square feet. That’s barely more than a standard parking space. Room for a bed, a small desk, and not much else. The Swerve at 325 square feet gives you a bit more room, but it’s still tight. If you work from home full time, either layout will feel cramped fast. The 1BD at 750 square feet is the real upgrade, but availability is limited.

You need laundry in your unit. The units have washer/dryer connections, but the building also has a shared laundry room. Most people use the laundry room based on what I’ve seen in the reviews. One person put the cost at nearly $20 per load between washing and drying. If that’s a dealbreaker, ask the leasing office whether you can bring your own machines and use the hookups. The property’s website only talks about the shared laundry room, so don’t assume the hookups work.

Noise bothers you. Hotel rooms were designed for guests staying a few nights, not people living there year-round. The walls reflect that. I found thin wall complaints in the Google reviews, and one person put it bluntly: “Everything is poorly built, but it’s super cheap for an apartment, so it’s to be expected.” If you need quiet, that’s something to think about before you sign.

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Location: What’s Actually Around Veer

Veer is at the intersection of Gessner Dr and Anderson Ln, tucked behind the commercial strip along I-35 in the 78753 zip code. This isn’t a walkable neighborhood. You’ll need a car for almost everything. But for driving, the access is solid.

What’s nearby:

• Grocery: H-E-B on Rundberg is about 1.5 miles south. There’s an Asian supermarket (MT Supermarket) and several smaller grocery stores within 2 miles.
• Restaurants/entertainment: Main Event, Galaxy Theatres, Red Lobster, Buffalo Wild Wings, and Denny’s are all within a 5-10 minute drive. The Domain (shopping, dining, entertainment) is about 3.5 miles northwest.
• Transit: CapMetro bus Route 1 (the most frequent route in the system) runs along Lamar Blvd about 0.7 miles west. No rail access within walking distance.
• Parks: The dog/walk trail on property is a plus, and Quail Creek Neighborhood Park is about a mile away.

Commute Times

The I-35 corridor going south is where commutes get painful. Morning rush toward downtown can easily double your drive time. If you’re commuting north toward Round Rock or Tech Ridge, though, this location is hard to beat for the price.

The Area

Gessner Dr and the Anderson Ln corridor are functional, not flashy. It’s a stretch of older apartment complexes, strip malls, and fast food. The property sits near Chase Village and Short Hills, which are 1980s buildings. Veer’s building has been here for years too, but as a Quality Inn. The conversion added new finishes and a new name, but the structure is the same five-story hotel it’s always been.

The area’s not everybody’s favorite. I found two Google reviews with concerns about what’s happening outside the property, which is worth knowing about. But the property itself has elevators, keyed entry, and management on site during business hours.

Pricing and True Cost

Floor Plans

Veer’s pricing runs roughly 36% below the Austin average for studios, according to third-party data. That’s a real gap. And some of these units are part of an affordable housing program with income limits (more on that in the screening section).

What You’re Actually Paying

Here’s where the pricing gets confusing, and where I can help you cut through it.

ApartmentIQ lists Veer’s studios at $790-835 with “8 weeks free.” The property’s own website shows $690-697. My listing data shows $674-861.

Three different numbers. But they’re not contradictions. The $790-835 is likely the market rent, and the $690-697 is what you pay after the deal is spread across the lease.

Here’s what that math looks like if the 8 weeks free applies to a $790 base rent on a 12-month lease:

• (365 – 56) ÷ 365 × $790
• Net effective rent: $669/month

That’s close to what the property website shows ($690-697), which tells me the listed rents already have the deal built in. So the rent you see is likely the rent you pay. No hidden math.

$674/month for a studio with new finishes in Austin. That’s the number that stops people.

Fee Breakdown

Required fees (everyone pays):

Optional fees (if applicable):

Water’s included, so there’s no RUBS billing where the property splits water costs across all residents. And $100 for the admin fee? That’s below the $150-250 range I see at most communities. But watch those monthly required fees. $34/month in pest control, trash, and utility billing adds up to $408/year on top of your rent.

True Monthly Cost

Here’s what a real month looks like for someone in a $690 Curve studio with one pet:

• Base rent: $690
• Required monthly fees: $34
• Pet rent: $10-25
• True monthly cost: $734-749

The gap between the advertised rent ($690) and what you’re actually spending ($734-749) is $44-59/month. That’s $528-708/year. Not as bad as a lot of Austin properties, but it’s not zero.

Want to Compare Veer’s True Cost to Other North Austin Options?

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Screening Criteria

Veer doesn’t publish detailed screening criteria on their website. What they do have is an Affordable Program page. Some units are set aside for people with lower incomes through a federal program called LIHTC.

What that means in practice: Veer is a mixed property. Some units have income caps based on the area median income (AMI). Other units are regular market rate with no cap.

If you’re applying for one of the affordable units, expect more paperwork to prove your income than a standard application. If you earn too much for those units, you’d apply for a market-rate unit instead.

Here’s what I know about the rest of the screening:

Income Requirement

Veer requires 3x monthly rent in household income before taxes. I found that listed on ApartmentList. For each floor plan, that breaks down like this:

At the low end, you need about $12/hour full time to qualify. Most entry-level jobs in Austin pay $13-17/hour, which puts the studio within reach for a lot of people.

Credit Expectations

No published minimum anywhere I checked. Based on the rent range and the affordable program, I’d expect a score around 550-580 to get a clean approval. Scores below that may require a higher deposit or a third-party guarantee service. Call the leasing office at (512) 898-7799 and ask directly before you apply.

What Gets You Denied

Without published criteria, here are the common denial triggers at properties like Veer:

• Owing money to a previous landlord (property debt on your record)
• Eviction filings within the last 2-3 years
• Not enough proof of income
• Lying on the application

Application Process

1. Apply online or walk into the leasing office (Mon 9-5, Tue-Fri 9-6)
2. Pay the $50 application fee (nonrefundable)
3. Screening takes 1-3 business days typically
4. If approved, pay the $100 admin fee and $250 security deposit to hold your unit

Here’s where having a locator helps: I can call the leasing office and ask what they’ll approve before you spend $50 finding out. Say you have a broken lease from two years ago or credit in the low 500s. I can tell you whether it’s worth applying here or whether a different nearby property gives you better odds. Text me and I’ll look into it.

What the Reviews Actually Say

Veer has 47 Google reviews and a 4.5-star average. I searched ApartmentRatings, Yelp, VeryApt, Birdeye, RentCafe, and ApartmentHomeLiving. None of them have a review page for Veer. Google is the only game in town here, which makes sense for a property that’s only been operating as apartments since mid-2025.

Review Pattern Analysis

The Good

People name the staff directly when they leave reviews. I counted Mariela in six or more, Catt in at least five, Cherith in three, and Juan in three. One resident’s AC broke and maintenance had a new unit installed in 25 minutes. Another had corporate call them directly to sort things out. That kind of responsiveness at a sub-$700 property isn’t common in my experience.

The building stays clean. Keeping a 174-unit property well maintained is harder than it sounds, and Veer’s doing it. They also put on monthly social events and activities, which tells you something about how management thinks about the place.

The Bad

Thin walls come up, which makes sense once you know the building started as a hotel. I’ll get into what that means for your daily life below. The laundry room frustrates people too. Machines aren’t always reliable, and someone calculated it costs nearly $20 to do a single load between washing and drying.

The surrounding area came up twice. Management responded both times and steered things back to what’s happening inside the property.

How Management Handles Criticism

Nexus RE responds to almost every review, good and bad. They use people’s names and mention specifics, not just copy-paste replies. When someone left a low rating, management included a direct phone number and email to take it offline. Here’s what stood out. Someone left a negative review, then came back months later and changed it to positive after the new staff stepped in. That doesn’t happen at properties where management is just going through the motions.

The Uncomfortable Truth

No listing site will write this section. I’m not trying to kill the deal. I want you to know what you’re signing up for.

You’re Renting a Hotel Room

Here’s what “converted Quality Inn” actually means for your daily life. This building was set up for hotel guests staying a few nights. Not people living here for a year. That shows up in three ways:

The walls. Hotel rooms were never meant to block noise the way apartments do. You’ll hear your neighbors. One person’s Google review was honest about it: “Everything is poorly built, but it’s super cheap for an apartment, so it’s to be expected.”

The size. 275 square feet is a hotel room footprint. I’ve toured hundreds of studios in Austin, and this is at the bottom of the range. A standard one-car garage is about 200 square feet. You’re getting 75 more than that. If you own furniture beyond a bed, a nightstand, and a small table, plan carefully.

The plumbing and electrical. Hotels and apartments put different demands on pipes and wiring. The AC replacement story from the reviews (25 minutes to swap a wall unit) tells me these are the same heating and cooling boxes you see in hotel rooms. Not central air. Each unit has its own box on the wall. They work, but they’re louder and weaker than a central system.

The Laundry Costs Add Up

The listing says units have washer/dryer hookups, but the shared laundry room is what most people use. At nearly $20 per load (one person’s number), doing laundry twice a week adds $160/month to your costs. That’s a serious hit on a $674/month studio budget. The property website only mentions the shared laundry room, not hookups in the units. Ask the leasing office before you assume you can install your own machines.

This Property Doesn’t Pay Locators

I want to be upfront: Veer does not pay referral commissions to apartment locators. Zero percent. I’m writing this review because it’s an unusual property that a lot of my clients ask about, not because I earn a fee from it. If you decide Veer is the right fit, you can apply directly through their leasing office at (512) 898-7799 or manager@veeraustin.com.

Ready to Move Forward, or Want to See What Else Is Nearby?

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Veer have 1-bedroom apartments?

Yes, but availability is limited. The 1BD/1BA is 750 square feet at $749/month. At last check, the only available unit was on notice (meaning a current resident gave notice to vacate). Studios are where most of the available units are.

Does Veer allow dogs?

Yes. Up to 3 pets, 175-lb weight limit, breed restrictions apply. There’s a $295 nonrefundable fee and $10/month pet rent per pet. No exotic animals or aquariums. The property has a dog walk trail on the grounds.

Does Veer include utilities?

Water is included in rent. You’ll pay electric separately. Cable, internet, and gas (if applicable) are on you.

What’s the minimum lease term at Veer?

9 months.

Is there parking at Veer?

Yes, and it’s free. Open lot, no garage. I haven’t seen any covered or reserved spots listed anywhere.

Does Veer accept broken leases or evictions?

Not published. Call the leasing office at (512) 898-7799 and ask about your specific situation before applying. If you’re dealing with an eviction or broken lease, my guide to second chance apartments in Austin covers which properties are flexible. Or just text me and I’ll make the call for you.

How do I apply to Veer?

Apply online or visit the leasing office at 7928 Gessner Dr. Office hours: Monday 9am-5pm, Tuesday through Friday 9am-6pm. Saturday and Sunday closed. Application fee is $50 per person, nonrefundable.

Was Veer really a hotel?

Yes. The building was a Quality Inn before SHIR Capital converted it into 174 apartments in 2024-2025. Pfluger Architects designed the conversion and Ava’s Construction did the work. The finishes are new (countertops, flooring, fixtures, appliances), but the building structure, plumbing, and walls are from the original hotel.

Is Veer income-restricted?

Partially. Some units are income restricted through a federal program (LIHTC). For a single person, your income can’t be more than $46,850 or $56,220 depending on which unit you’re applying for. But market-rate units are also available with no income cap. Ask the leasing office which type is open when you apply.

What school district is Veer in?

Austin ISD. My listing data shows Austin Elementary, Brown Middle, and Webb High. The property’s own marketing lists Hart Elementary and Anderson High. AISD changes school zones, so check the AISD school finder with the address 7928 Gessner Dr to see what’s current.

The Bottom Line

Veer solves a specific problem: how to get updated finishes and modern appliances in Austin for under $700/month. Studios from $674 with quartz counters, stainless appliances, and a 175-lb pet limit. That combination doesn’t exist anywhere else I’m tracking right now.

The trade-offs are real. You’re living in a converted hotel room. 275 square feet. Thin walls. The laundry situation costs more than you’d expect. The surrounding area is functional, not charming. And none of the listing sites tell you about the Quality Inn conversion, which is exactly the kind of thing you should know before you sign a lease.

Veer makes sense if:

• Your budget is under $800/month and you want updated finishes without the 1970s complex feel
• You have pets that get turned away at properties with 50-75 lb weight limits
• You work in North Austin and want a 10-15 minute commute
• You’re okay with a compact studio and can live without laundry in your unit

Veer doesn’t make sense if:

• You need more than 325 square feet of living space (even the bigger Swerve studio maxes out there)
• You work from home and need room for an office setup
• Noise from neighbors is a hard dealbreaker for you
• You want a walkable neighborhood with restaurants and shops outside your door

My honest take: for the price and the updated finishes, Veer is one of the best deals in North Austin right now. You just have to go in knowing you’re living in a hotel conversion, not an apartment built from the ground up. The staff is solid, the building is clean, and the reviews back that up. If the size works for your life, the math is hard to argue with.

Need Help?

My service is free. I’m paid a referral fee from the property’s marketing budget when I place someone.

If Veer is the right fit, apply directly:

• Phone: (512) 898-7799
• Email: manager@veeraustin.com
• Office: 7928 Gessner Dr, Austin, TX 78753
• Hours: Mon 9-5, Tue-Fri 9-6

Just tell them “Ross Quade from Austin Apartment Team” referred you on your tour and application. Text me at 512-360-0852 when you apply so I can make sure everything’s on track.