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Marquis at Katy

Updated 2026-07-21 · 1,593 reviewed · 79 listed · Scored from 305 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(305) 76 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
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Marquis at Katy
Services
Luxury & High-Rise Apartments, Student Apartments, Affordable & Income-Based Apartments
Reviews
305

What We Found

Most residents credit Oscar, Joel, Andy, and leasing staff like Monique and Irene with responsive service and fast repairs. Units are clean and quiet, with spacious grounds. However, a subset report ongoing German cockroach infestations despite weekly treatments, unaddressed maintenance orders, and unresponsive corporate contact. Parking requires extra fees; the complex sits near a busy intersection causing exit delays. This mix of genuine care from individual staff and systemic pest or management issues creates a polarized experience.

Praised for
  • responsive maintenance staff (same-day repairs)
  • friendly, helpful leasing staff
  • clean, quiet community
  • responsive management
Watch-outs
  • persistent pest issues (cockroaches, ants)
  • unresolved maintenance requests
  • parking problems without extra fees
  • surprise move-out charges
  • traffic congestion at complex entrance
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Best for: Pet owners and residents prioritizing quick, friendly maintenance response
Think twice if: Active pest problems reported in some units; verify infestation status before committing. Parking requires additional fees.

What this Community Does Well

  • Maintenance staff (Oscar, Joel, Andy) provide same-day repairs
  • Named leasing staff (Monique, Irene) praised for warmth and responsiveness
  • Quiet, well-maintained grounds
  • Pet-friendly units

What to Know Before Signing a Lease

  • Maintenance team members Oscar, Joel, and Andy cited for same-day repairs
  • Leasing staff Monique, Irene, Nelly, and Sandy named repeatedly for warm, responsive service
  • Weekly pest control treatments reported but cockroaches still present in some units
  • Drywall repair charges ($110+) charged upon move-out
  • Parking spaces require extra monthly fees; visitor parking limited to 2 spaces
  • Complex located near busy intersection causing traffic delays at peak times

How Residents Rate Management, Maintainance & More

Pet-Friendly Apartments
Resident praised pet-friendly units and space for dogs
Luxury & High-Rise Apartments
Mixed: marketed as luxury but some residents report pest infestations and maintenance gaps despite premium pricing

How This Community Compares

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.17 average across the 58 luxury & high-rise apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 56% of the businesses in this directory.

How We Score Communities

How We Score
Star rating 65
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 45
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Ratings by Category

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244
4
20
3
7
2
5
1
29

Common Questions About This Community

How quickly do maintenance requests get fixed?
Most residents report same-day or very quick response from maintenance staff (Oscar, Joel, Andy). One reviewer received a detailed note of all fixes completed.
Is there assigned parking?
Yes, but residents report that guaranteed parking spaces require extra monthly fees. Visitor parking is limited to 2 spaces and located far from some buildings.
Are pets allowed?
Yes. Their website lists pet-friendly apartments; one resident mentioned having a dog and being satisfied with the space.

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Last updated 2026-07-21