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Greenwood at Katy

Updated 2026-07-21 · 1,593 reviewed · 79 listed · Scored from 161 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.3(161) 71 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Greenwood at Katy
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Luxury & High-Rise Apartments, Student Apartments, Affordable & Income-Based Apartments
Reviews
161

What We Found

Residents praise staff generosity and a clean, comfortable property, but a pattern of applicants report withheld refunds, confusing fee structures, and months of runaround when trying to withdraw applications. One long-term resident struggles with an unaddressed barking dog complaint spanning over a year. The gap between leasing-office warmth and post-move administrative responsiveness is stark.

Chelsea and Dember stand out in consistent five-star mentions, and maintenance repairs happen promptly. But applications fees and security deposits reportedly disappear into unclear hold-up, and the office shifts responsibility across team members rather than resolving disputes.

Praised for
  • staff friendliness and knowledge (Chelsea, Mercy, Dember)
  • clean, well-maintained apartments
  • good amenities and location
  • responsive maintenance
Watch-outs
  • refunds withheld or delayed for months
  • disorganized, conflicting information on fees and eligibility
  • unresponsive to emails and calls
  • poor complaint resolution and passing responsibility
  • neighbor noise issues unaddressed
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Best for: Residents who value cleanliness and staff warmth; applicants comfortable with a strong leasing experience.
Think twice if: Applicants should clarify non-refundable fees upfront and get all promises in writing; budget extra time for refund requests, especially if you withdraw your application.

What this Community Does Well

  • Friendly, knowledgeable leasing staff (especially Chelsea and Dember)
  • Clean, well-maintained units and grounds
  • Pet-friendly with responsive maintenance team
  • Near I-10 with good amenities

What to Know Before Signing a Lease

  • Chelsea, Mercy, and Dember named repeatedly for exceptional leasing and maintenance support
  • Tax credit and workforce housing program offered, but reviewers report unclear pricing explanations
  • Application fees and security deposits reported withheld for 4+ months post-cancellation
  • One resident complaint about neighbor's German Shepherd barking on balcony for over a year remains unresolved

How Residents Rate Management, Maintainance & More

Pet-Friendly Apartments
Staff praised as welcoming to pets; one resident complaint about unaddressed neighbor pet noise for over a year.
Affordable & Income-Based Apartments
Tax credit and workforce housing program available but reviewers report confusing fee structures and misleading pricing comparisons.

How This Community Compares

  • Rated 4.3 against a 4.17 average across the 58 luxury & high-rise apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 19% of the businesses in this directory.

How We Score Communities

How We Score
Star rating 52
Review volume 96
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 45
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Ratings by Category

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Common Questions About This Community

Do they have pet-friendly apartments?
Yes, their website lists pet-friendly housing. Staff feedback is positive, though one review flags an unresolved neighbor noise complaint.
Are application fees refundable?
Multiple reviews report application fees were not refunded after cancellation, with delays spanning months. Reviewers dispute what is or is not refundable; get terms in writing before applying.
Do they work with housing vouchers or tax credits?
Yes, reviewers mention a tax credit and workforce housing program. One leasing consultant (Chelsea) praised for explaining voucher eligibility clearly.

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Last updated 2026-07-21