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Merritt McGowan Apartments

Updated 2026-08-22 · 1,835 reviewed · 202 listed · Scored from 64 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.1(64) 71 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Student HousingLuxury High-Rise LivingPet-Friendly CommunitiesAffordable & Budget-Friendly
Merritt McGowan Apartments
Location
McKinney
Services
Student Housing, Luxury High-Rise Living, Pet-Friendly Communities
Reviews
64
Ranking
#17 in Student Housing
Best for
Income-restricted renters seeking affordable, well-maintained housing with attentive staff.

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

Residents repeatedly praise the office team (particularly Ebony and Kia) for warmth, patience, and genuine care during move-in. Maintenance completes repairs within 24 hours, the property stays clean, and security is a real asset. One tenant reported persistent noise, unresolved safety issues, and a contested deposit deduction.

Most who stay rate the experience highly and feel welcomed. The staff's responsiveness stands out even among affordable housing. The one critical review suggests noise and management responsiveness gaps exist, though the majority experience doesn't echo this.

Praised for
  • kind, helpful office staff
  • fast maintenance response
  • clean property and grounds
  • affordable pricing
  • strong security presence
Watch-outs
  • noise and disturbances from neighbors
  • safety concerns not addressed
  • deposit handling after move-out
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Best for: Income-restricted renters seeking affordable, well-maintained housing with attentive staff.
Think twice if: One resident reported unresolved neighbor noise and safety concerns; strong management presence doesn't guarantee quiet community.

What's working here

  • Staff genuinely invested in tenants (Ebony, Kia named repeatedly)
  • Maintenance turnaround under 24 hours
  • Clean, well-maintained property
  • Affordable income-restricted housing

Read this before you tour

  • Ebony (manager) and Kia (assistant manager) named by multiple reviewers for exceptional move-in support
  • Maintenance technician Nathan completed refrigerator repair within 24 hours
  • Security staff hired by management
  • Income-restricted community status

What residents say

Student Housing
Reviewers note affordability and friendly, patient move-in process suited to tight budgets.
Affordable & Budget-Friendly
Income-restricted status and multiple five-star reviews on affordability and staff support confirm strong fit for budget-conscious renters.
Pet-Friendly Communities
One reviewer mentions staff providing activities for kids; pets not explicitly discussed in reviews.
Luxury High-Rise Living
Modern amenities (all-electric kitchen, private balconies, walk-in closets) noted on website; reviews focus on affordability rather than luxury positioning.

Side by side with nearby options

  • Rated 4.1 against a 4.06 average across the 49 student housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 31% of the businesses in this directory.

Why this score

How We Rank
Star rating 39
Review volume 79
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

The numbers behind the score

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Contact the property

Address
1200 N Tennessee St, McKinney, TX 75069

Last verified 2026-08-22

When the office is open

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

As listed on Google.

In their own words

Services listed
One-bedroom apartmentsTwo-bedroom apartmentsThree-bedroom apartmentsAll-electric kitchensPrivate balconies or patiosWalk-in closets

Credentials claimed:Income-Restricted Community

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

Questions we get asked

How fast is maintenance response?
One repair was completed within 24 hours; multiple reviewers praise maintenance speed and quality.
Is the community secure?
Yes, management has hired dedicated security staff and residents report feeling secure.
What amenities come with the apartments?
According to the website, all units include all-electric kitchens, private balconies or patios, and walk-in closets.

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Last updated 2026-08-22