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Updated 2026-07-22 · 1,449 reviewed · 218 listed · Scored from 146 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.0(146) 67 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Reserve at Ventana Lakes Apartments
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Luxury & High-Rise Apartments, Pet-Friendly Apartments
Reviews
146

What We Found

The front office team, particularly Norma, earns consistent praise for friendly and helpful service. New management has improved property maintenance. However, repeated complaints about car break-ins, lack of gating and cameras, and slow responses to pest control and noise violations undermine the experience for many.

Billing disputes and move-out damage charges frustrate departing residents. Water quality issues, broken gym equipment left unrepaired for months, and an internet monopoly forcing higher rates add to dissatisfaction. Maintenance responds well when called, but management rarely on-site leaves security and enforcement gaps unresolved.

Praised for
  • Front office staff professionalism and care
  • Norma's responsive and personal service
  • Responsive maintenance team
  • New management improvements
  • Clean apartments and good amenities
Watch-outs
  • Security gaps (no gates, cameras, car break-ins)
  • Noise complaints and lack of enforcement
  • Pest control delays and unresolved infestations
  • Management responsiveness and billing issues
  • Maintenance problems and water quality
  • Inadequate trash system and hallway cleanliness
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Best for: Renters who value friendly staff interactions and can tolerate security and noise limitations.
Think twice if: Concerned about car security, need quiet surroundings, or plan to stay month-to-month and move out frequently due to move-out billing disputes.

What this Community Does Well

  • Norma and front office team consistently helpful and responsive
  • New management has improved property maintenance
  • Maintenance staff addresses urgent issues quickly
  • Pet-friendly units and amenity access

What to Know Before Signing a Lease

  • Norma (front desk staff) repeatedly praised for service speed and personal care
  • Maria also noted for management improvements
  • New management company took over; prior management had more complaints
  • Maintenance team responsive to requests
  • Property manager Stacie rarely on-site
  • Mr. Torres noted for professionalism in account closure
  • Water contamination with brown substance reported
  • Gym equipment broken for 6+ months in at least one instance

How Residents Rate Management, Maintainance & More

Luxury & High-Rise Apartments
Clean apartments praised, but water quality issues and maintenance delays undermine luxury positioning.
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Pet-friendly units available, though no specific review mentions of pet policies or amenities.

How This Community Compares

  • Rated 4 against a 4.14 average across the 170 luxury & high-rise apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 28% of the businesses in this directory.

How We Score Communities

How We Score
Star rating 34
Review volume 94
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 46
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Ratings by Category

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105
4
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4
2
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Common Questions About This Community

Is the leasing office available 7 days a week?
Yes, the business lists hours for all 7 days.
Who is Norma?
A front desk staff member frequently praised in reviews for helping with applications, move-in, and tours. Several reviewers specifically request to speak with her.
Are there security cameras or gates?
No. Reviewers consistently report the property lacks gates, cameras, and pool access codes, leading to car break-ins and outsiders entering common areas.

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Last updated 2026-07-22