The Lyndon, san-marcos-tx

This photo doesn't show how bad the pool has been. But in the photo you can see the yellow stains on the bottom. That was like two weeks after I moved in and it got way worse. It was completely yellow and green, full of trash, and had these gross bubbles sitting on the surface for months. I think if you swam in it you would've gotten a disease or something. And the big screen works maybe one day out of the week. Two of these photos were taking three weeks after they sent an email saying they would finally clean the pool. And again all the photos weren't taken at the peak when the pool was completely yellow and had foam on the surface and completely filthy with bird droppings and trash. And yes they haven't fixed the hallways smelling like trash and like a landfill and haven't fixed the dog park being full of dog stuff. Oh and forget about visitor parking because all the residents take up the visitor parking instead of paying for parking. I always have trouble having friends over because the visitor parking is constantly filled with residents not wanting to pay for parking. So my friends/family that come to visit have to risk being towed or ticketed every time they come see me. The pool has been absolutely disgusting since I moved in. The whole month of August and September, the pool was completely yellow with bubbles and trash and bird poop. The parking situation is ridiculous. I signed up for reserved parking when I signed the lease and now I have to sign up again. I filled out a paper with all my vehicle information and they gave me a spot and apparently none of this was put into the system. The jumbotron above the pool hardly works. Usually half the screen doesn't work. Also the apartment never replies to my emails, calls, or texts so the only way to communicate is to go in person. I'm honestly surprised that the gym is nice and clean. I mean one look at the pool and you would assume this place is just a dump. Absolutely disappointed in the owners of this complex. This is definitely not a luxury apartment by any means It's actually pretty disgusting to live here. The View on the Square is a much nicer place to live. They even have a hot tub. The management/owners of this apartment are not doing their job.

DO NOT LIVE HERE. My experience living at the Lyndon was horrible starting with my vehicle getting hit-and-run in the parking garage, in front of cameras. Management was extremely unhelpful throughout the situation, cops let me know the cameras in the Lyndon garage were actually broken at that time, so ultimately there was nothing they could do, and I would have to pay for repairs myself. The exterior door to the stairwell right by my unit was broken for 6 months, and multiple other doors and gates broke as well that were not fixed until before the new wave of residents moved in, despite me and roommates asking the office to fix them numerous times. There were medical needles in the stairwell and older individuals who did not live at the complex hanging out in and around the broken stairwell door, which made us feel SO unsafe. People would throw parties at night frequently which were disruptive as the complex is not soundproof. Trashcans in common areas always overflowing, attracted lots of bugs. Had to start ordering packages to back home because numerous packages were stolen. On move in day part of my bathroom ceiling had mold, so for my first 2 weeks living here I had to use my roommate’s bathrooms while they replaced it, bathroom also smelled musty and the unit as a whole was not cleaned well for move in. Mold is still definitely a problem that we just can’t see, as me and my roommates would continuously get sick. I could go on about all of the other issues I’ve experienced here, but I’ll just leave it at there are so many other housing options and since the management change, the Lyndon has gone downhill. I’ll also attach some photos that I have from living here.

⭐️ 1 star Do NOT move here expecting “luxury” apartments. We’ve only lived here for about two months and have had nonstop problems with maintenance, management, plumbing, appliances, pests, and security. The day we moved in, our water heater was leaking into roughly half a foot of standing water with mold around it, and our apartment smelled strongly of mold. We were told the water heater would be replaced, but it still hasn’t been. We went days without hot water and still have plumbing issues where you can’t get a warm shower if someone else is using water. I also haven’t been able to use my own toilet for days because of a plumbing issue and have had to use my roommate/sister’s. Our washer and dryer have basically been unusable since move-in. We’ve submitted 15+ maintenance requests, and every time someone comes out they claim it’s fixed, only for it to stop working again. The dryer takes around FIVE cycles to fully dry clothes, and by then they smell like mildew. We’ve had to go elsewhere just to do laundry. The fridge was also broken when we moved in and ruined our food, and after maintenance “fixed” our garbage disposal, it stopped working completely. We also have constant pest issues despite keeping our apartment clean—small roaches, gnats coming through the drains, and flies throughout the indoor hallways. The trash chutes are rarely cleared, causing trash, horrible smells, and even more bugs. The pool has also been broken and GREEN for weeks. Security has been another huge disappointment. We chose this property partly because we believed the controlled access offered better safety, but the exterior doors on the Chuy’s side often don’t close behind people, meaning anyone can walk in and out. Our apartment keys have also been an ongoing issue. It took multiple keys to get the front door working, and our bedroom locks still don’t consistently lock or unlock. Maintenance requests are constantly ignored or take days, and even having our parents contact management hasn’t resulted in problems actually being fixed. We also moved in with paint splattered all over the countertops and floors. For what we pay, we expect basic things like working appliances, hot water, functioning plumbing and locks, cleanliness, and security. Instead, we’ve spent our first two months constantly chasing maintenance. These apartments are advertised as “luxury,” but our experience has been the complete opposite. I would seriously think twice before signing a lease here.

I lived at The Lyndon for about three years total and genuinely loved living here for a long time. I actually moved out once to study abroad and ended up choosing to move back afterward. My first move-out under the previous management was completely smooth and I never had any issues. Unfortunately, after the management change, I felt like the property and overall resident experience really went downhill. My second move-out was completely different. I received damage charges that were EXCESSIVE to say the least and even though I had photos and documentation, I had to go back and forth with management extensively and ultimately felt like my concerns weren't really taken into consideration. I also had other frustrating billing issues after the management transition that required unnecessary back-and-forth to resolve and were never resolved. After new management, there was trash everywhere! Everywhere! The staff have their favorites that usually end up winning prizes when they do giveaways if you are catching my drift. For 6 months my leaking washer was “fixed” 4 times and still leaked. It's really disappointing because I genuinely used to love living here, and the fact that I chose to move back after studying abroad says a lot about how positive my experience once was. Just beware, especially when it comes to move-out. Document EVERYTHING with detailed photos and videos and keep all of your communication. They will take close up photos of everything with flash to find the smallest marks that h can’t see 4 inches away and then charge you hundreds of dollars for it! I really wish my experience here had ended as positively as it started.

I would not recommend living here. I lived here for two years, and it was not worth the money. The property was constantly dirty, and the staff was rarely helpful. It often felt like no one knew what they were doing, and getting clear or consistent answers was frustrating. Since the new management took over, my experience has only gotten worse. In my opinion, the new management has been significantly worse than the previous management. The worst part was the move-out process. I was charged outrageous move-out fees, including being charged to replace the carpet even though it was already dirty and in poor condition when I moved in. I was also quoted one amount for certain move-out charges beforehand, but the final bill ended up being much higher. Overall, the experience was extremely disappointing. After living here for two years, I can honestly say I am very glad I chose not to renew my lease. I would not recommend this apartment community to anyone looking for a place that is clean, well-managed, or transparent about move-out charges.