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The Huxley at Medical Center Apartments

Updated 2026-09-23 · 3,081 reviewed · 206 listed · Scored from 292 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.6(292) 61 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Luxury & High-Rise Apartments
The Huxley at Medical Center Apartments
Location
South Main, Houston
Service
Luxury & High-Rise Apartments
Reviews
292
Best for
Tenants who prioritize courteous leasing staff and location over immediate maintenance responsiveness.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-23). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-07-21.

What We Found

Residents report sharp splits: staff like Andrea and Mercy earn consistent praise for courtesy and helping through the leasing process, and some tenants describe quiet, clean living. However, a large group reports frustration with mounting fees beyond rent, maintenance delays lasting weeks or months (AC, plumbing, pest control), pest infestations, and weak security. Parking lot potholes and water damage have caused vehicle damage. Noise complaints and building management's slow response to lease violations underscore the inconsistency. Value perception hinges entirely on which building and which services you need fixed.

Praised for
  • friendly and responsive staff (specific staff named)
  • clean and well-maintained common areas
  • convenient location near Medical Center
  • smooth leasing process
Watch-outs
  • high hidden fees on top of rent
  • slow maintenance response and incomplete work
  • pest problems (roaches, rats)
  • poor security and safety concerns
  • noisy residents in some buildings
  • parking lot condition and water damage
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Best for: Tenants who prioritize courteous leasing staff and location over immediate maintenance responsiveness.
Think twice if: You need rapid maintenance response, live in Building 1 (reported noise issues), depend on secure parking, or have pest sensitivity. Verify the exact fees before signing.

What this Community Does Well

  • Staff genuinely helpful during leasing and tours
  • Valet trash service praised when working
  • Onsite maintenance available
  • Pet-friendly with defined fees

What to Know Before Signing a Lease

  • Staff members Andrea (manager), Mercy (leasing agent), Kelvin (leasing), and Alexis (property manager) named positively in multiple reviews
  • Maintenance delays documented: AC unavailable 3+ months with only window unit; kitchen sink unrepaired after one week; pest control slow despite infestation reports
  • Parking lot damage reported: large potholes filled with water caused tire damage and vehicle loss
  • Building 1 has documented noise violations with management awareness but minimal enforcement
  • Valet trash pickup available but trash can rules enforced with $25 penalty for improper placement
  • Security concerns: car theft with no cameras or personnel reported; lack of after-hours office access to gym; limited night security on weekends
  • Unit condition issues: painted bathtubs with peeling paint, balcony rail concerns, unit entry holes allowing pest entry, low kitchen hot water pressure

How Residents Rate Management, Maintainance & More

Luxury & High-Rise Apartments
High-end finishes and location praised; maintenance delays and fee structure undermine luxury expectation

How This Community Compares

  • Rated 3.6 against a 4.13 average across the 176 luxury & high-rise apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 79% of the businesses in this directory.

What Residents Are Saying

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How We Score Communities

How We Score
Star rating 9
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 43
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Ratings by Category

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168
4
18
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1
85

Common Questions About This Community

What are the total monthly costs beyond rent?
Reviewers report fees including gym ($65/month), lock fee ($65/month), and miscellaneous charges totaling $200+ added to base rent. Pet owners pay $400 upfront plus $25/month. Ask the office for a full fee schedule before lease signing.
How long do maintenance requests typically take?
Reviewers report inconsistent timelines: some praise prompt work, others document waits of one week for a sink and three months for AC repair. Response appears to depend on issue severity and staff availability.
Is Building 1 quieter than other sections?
No. Multiple reviews specifically warn against Building 1, citing loud music and noise vibrations especially on weekends. Other buildings are described as quiet.

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Last updated 2026-09-23