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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • On-site laundry
  • Ample parking
  • Updated appliances
  • Recently renovated units
  • Grills and picnic areas

Location

2211 Richcreek Rd, Austin, TX 78757, USA|Crestview
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Management

G&B Property Management

Leasing office

(512) 861-5152

Property Overview

The Colony receives a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.5, highlighting its excellent balance of price and value with a perfect score of 10. It features impressive amenities, including on-site laundry and recently renovated units, earning a rating of 9 out of 10, and offers excellent location benefits with easy access to popular points of interest. With a trustworthiness rating of 7 out of 10, potential renters can expect transparency about the living experience, complemented by the property’s pet-friendly environment.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Colony is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Colony has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1x11 bed1 bath650 sqft$1,099–$1,300 /mo2 units availableWelcome to The Colony, a boutique 15-unit community offering both one-bedroom and two-bedroom layouts in Crestview, just north of Central Austin. Each unit is recently renovated with updated appliances, and select units feature a second story. A beautiful central courtyard with grills and picnic areas gives the property a peaceful, neighborhood feel, while on-site laundry and ample parking add convenience. Take a leisurely stroll or bike ride to Beverly Sheffield NW Park, or explore the many favorite shops and restaurants nearby. Pets welcome. Schedule a tour today.
2x12 bed1 bath850 sqft$1,545–$1,800 /mo2 units availableWelcome to The Colony, a boutique 15-unit community offering both one-bedroom and two-bedroom layouts in Crestview, just north of Central Austin. Each unit is recently renovated with updated appliances, and select units feature a second story. A beautiful central courtyard with grills and picnic areas gives the property a peaceful, neighborhood feel, while on-site laundry and ample parking add convenience. Take a leisurely stroll or bike ride to Beverly Sheffield NW Park, or explore the many favorite shops and restaurants nearby. Pets welcome. Schedule a tour today.

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Amenities for The Colony

Apartment Amenities

Full KitchenLarge Patio
PatioPlank Flooring
Updated Appliances

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Cats OKCommon Area
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned Parking
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

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About The Colony

HomeApartments in AustinCrestview The Colony

Welcome to The Colony, a boutique 15-unit community offering both one-bedroom and two-bedroom layouts in Crestview, just north of Central Austin. Each unit is recently renovated with updated appliances, and select units feature a second story. A beautiful central courtyard with grills and picnic areas gives the property a peaceful, neighborhood feel, while on-site laundry and ample parking add convenience. Take a leisurely stroll or bike ride to Beverly Sheffield NW Park, or explore the many favorite shops and restaurants nearby. Pets welcome. Schedule a tour today.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Colony is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Colony has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Colony
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
The Colony offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
The Colony goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The Colony receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Colony is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While The Colony does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The Colony provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

The Colony is great for:

Pet owners

  • 5 pet grooming services nearby
  • 2 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 14 pet supply stores near the property
  • 4 pet hospitals in the area

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How The Colony compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 150 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Crestview

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 23% lower than 1-bedrooms in Crestview.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Colony to be 18% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Crestview.

Median rents as of Mar 7 2026.
Crestview
Austin
A table of studio rental data trends in Austin
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,504
April 2024$1,500
May 2024$1,504
June 2024$1,520
July 2024$1,502
August 2024$1,521
September 2024$1,582
October 2024$1,596
November 2024$1,576
December 2024$1,569
January 2025$1,582
February 2025$1,576
March 2025$1,582
April 2025$1,601
May 2025$1,583
June 2025$1,582
July 2025$1,574
August 2025$1,579
September 2025$1,582
October 2025$1,582
November 2025$1,584
December 2025$1,585
January 2026$1,584
February 2026$1,588
March 2026$1,578
A table of studio rental data trends in Crestview
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,490

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$43,960/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $43,960 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,099.
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Schools near The Colony

Brentwood Elementary School

6703 yates av

austin, TX, 78757

PK, K-5Public
A

Padron Elementary School

2011 w rundberg ln

austin, TX, 78758

PK, K-5Public
C

Rosedale School

7505 silvercrest dr

austin, TX, 78757

PK, K-12Public

Texas School for the Blind

1100 w 45th st

austin, TX, 78756

3-12Public
C

Davis Elementary School

5214 duval rd

austin, TX, 78727

PK, K-5Public
A-
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Neighborhood

Crestview | Austin, TX

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Austin near 2211 Richcreek Rd

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 2211 Richcreek Rd, Austin

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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