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Larkin Apartment Homes

Updated 2026-08-22 · 1,835 reviewed · 202 listed · Scored from 231 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.0(231) 67 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Student HousingLuxury High-Rise LivingCorporate & Furnished HousingTownhome & Garden-Style CommunitiesPet-Friendly CommunitiesAffordable & Budget-Friendly
Larkin Apartment Homes
Location
McKinney
Services
Student Housing, Luxury High-Rise Living, Corporate & Furnished Housing
Reviews
231
Ranking
#28 in Student Housing
Best for
move-in ready renters who prioritize attractive finishes and attentive leasing support

Google Business Profile is the source for the business data shown here, last checked 2026-08-22. Details taken from their website were fetched 2026-07-23.

What we found

New management and staff like Cynthia, Tania, and Michelle receive consistent praise for attentiveness during leasing and move-in, and recent renovations draw positive notes. Yet severe pest control failures persist: residents report pervasive roaches in units and common areas despite repeated complaints, and older tenants describe untreated infestations lasting months. Security deposit returns take far longer than promised, phone lines route through a dysfunctional AI that drops calls, and maintenance communication is sporadic. The gap between positive early impressions and long-term resident frustration is stark.

For those considering a move, the leasing team will make you feel heard, and the apartment finishes are attractive. But pest issues, deposit return reliability, and the difficulty of reaching management after move-in are genuine concerns supported by multiple residents across a span of months.

Praised for
  • friendly leasing staff
  • responsive management under new administration
  • unit upgrades and finishes
  • good prices
Watch-outs
  • roach infestation across complex
  • security deposit delays or non-return
  • poor pest control maintenance
  • AI phone system barriers
  • lack of accommodation for tenant issues
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Best for: move-in ready renters who prioritize attractive finishes and attentive leasing support
Think twice if: you are sensitive to pest issues or need reliable pest control; you expect rapid deposit returns or easy access to management by phone

What's working here

  • recent unit renovations with new appliances
  • welcoming leasing consultants
  • attractive finishes and resort-style amenities

Read this before you tour

  • Leasing agents Cynthia Martinez and Tania praised for bilingual support and patient tours
  • Property manager Michele Greenwald and maintenance staff Al and Roderick noted for responsiveness
  • Unit upgrades include new appliances, stainless-steel fixtures, and granite countertops
  • Resort-style pool and clubhouse available
  • AI phone system installed but produces dropped calls and routing failures
  • Roach infestation documented by multiple residents over 8+ month period despite complaints
  • Security deposit returns delayed 5+ months in at least one case; standard timeline stated as 30-60 days
  • Transfer fees quoted at $500 but with undisclosed additional costs and 60-day notice requirements

What residents say

Student Housing
Praised for attractive finishes and competitive pricing; concerns over pest control and maintenance responsiveness align with student tenant frustrations.
Pet-Friendly Communities
Website lists pet-friendly apartments; residents report dog waste on grounds, suggesting pet policy exists but enforcement is lax.
Affordable & Budget-Friendly
Reviewers mention good prices; however, repair and replacement charges ($1400 flooring) and transfer fees ($500+) add hidden costs.

Side by side with nearby options

  • Rated 4 against a 4.06 average across the 49 student housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 74% of the businesses in this directory.

Why this score

How We Rank
Star rating 34
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 45
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

The numbers behind the score

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48

Contact the property

Address
2301 W White Ave, McKinney, TX 75071
Open in Google Maps

Last verified 2026-08-22

When the office is open

Monday
09:00-18:00
Tuesday
09:00-18:00
Wednesday
09:00-18:00
Thursday
09:00-18:00
Friday
09:00-18:00
Saturday
10:00-17:00
Sunday
Closed

As listed on Google.

In their own words

Services listed
1 bedroom apartments2 bedroom apartments3 bedroom apartmentspet-friendly apartmentsresort-style poolclubhousein-home washer and dryerwalk-in closets

Credentials claimed:Equal Opportunity Housing, Handicap Friendly

As published by the business on its own website; not independently verified.

Questions we get asked

What is the security deposit return timeline?
The office states 30-60 days, but at least one resident reported waiting 5 months without return after repeated contact attempts.
Can I reach the leasing office by phone?
A phone system is in place, but residents report the AI routing mechanism frequently drops calls after transfer attempts.
Are pets allowed, and what are the ground rules?
The website lists pet-friendly apartments, but multiple reviews mention dog waste left unmanaged on sidewalks, steps, and grass areas.

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Last updated 2026-08-22