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The Brodie at Cinco Ranch Apartments

Updated 2026-07-21 · 1,593 reviewed · 79 listed · Scored from 242 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.4(242) 78 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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The Brodie at Cinco Ranch Apartments
Services
Luxury & High-Rise Apartments, Pet-Friendly Apartments
Reviews
242

What We Found

Most residents consistently praise staff responsiveness and a clean, attractive community. Irvin and Bri stand out for going above and beyond during leasing and emergencies. The gym, pool, and walking trails keep tenants engaged. However, a minority face serious maintenance problems: insects despite pest control visits, water damage and mold, then hit walls when management stops responding. Move-out charges also spark disputes, with some residents claiming they were overcharged relative to the condition they left units in.

Praised for
  • friendly and responsive staff
  • clean, well-maintained grounds
  • good amenities (gym, pool, trails)
  • quick maintenance response
  • safe, quiet community
Watch-outs
  • pest control issues (insects, mold)
  • water leaks during rain
  • unresponsive management on critical issues
  • hidden fees and move-out charges
  • early morning lawn maintenance noise
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Best for: Active professionals and families seeking clean, well-staffed luxury apartments in Katy.
Think twice if: Pest control reliability and water damage prevention are concerns for some; move-out billing disputes and slow management response on serious issues have occurred.

What this Community Does Well

  • Irvin and Bri widely praised for leasing and emergency support
  • Quick maintenance response to non-critical requests
  • Clean property with active amenities (gym, pool, trails)
  • Safe, quiet neighborhood feel

What to Know Before Signing a Lease

  • Irvin (leasing agent) repeatedly praised for patience, knowledge, and above-and-beyond service
  • Bri (property manager) noted for emergency response and event coordination
  • Luis and Nee (maintenance team) praised for quick turnaround on service requests
  • Gym features StairMaster
  • Walking trails on property
  • One resident has lived there since 2010
  • Easter community event held on property
  • Dog park available

How Residents Rate Management, Maintainance & More

Luxury & High-Rise Apartments
Clean, attractive community with in-unit washer/dryer and resort-style amenities praised; pest and water damage issues reported by minority
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Dog park available; no specific praise or complaint about pet policies in reviews

How This Community Compares

  • Rated 4.4 against a 4.17 average across the 58 luxury & high-rise apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 42% of the businesses in this directory.

How We Score Communities

How We Score
Star rating 58
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 61
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Ratings by Category

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1
30

Common Questions About This Community

Are there in-unit laundry and garage options?
Yes. Their website lists washer and dryer in unit as well as attached garages.
What fitness and outdoor amenities are on site?
Residents mention a 24-hour fitness center with a StairMaster, resort-style pool, walking trails, and a dog park.
How quickly do maintenance requests typically get addressed?
Reviewers report quick response times and prompt service, though experience varies; one resident flagged a week-long unresolved mold and pest issue with unresponsive management after initial requests.

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Last updated 2026-07-21