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The Oaks

Updated 2026-08-13 · 4,321 reviewed · 600 listed · Scored from 124 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(124) 74 composite score See reviews on Google
Senior & 55+ LivingAffordable & Income Restricted HousingLuxury High-Rise Apartments
The Oaks
Services
Senior & 55+ Living, Affordable & Income Restricted Housing, Luxury High-Rise Apartments
Reviews
124

What we found

Most residents praise Gloria, the property manager, for her responsiveness and patience during lease-up and move-in. The location near Deep Ellum and Greenville Avenue, gated security, and quick maintenance draw five-star ratings. However, a small but vocal group reports serious maintenance gaps: overflowing dumpsters, roach infestations spreading to units, and unhygienic common areas. Trash collection appears to be a chronic issue that management has not resolved.

Praised for
  • responsive property manager (Gloria)
  • quick maintenance response
  • convenient location near Deep Ellum
  • secure gated parking
  • quiet community with friendly neighbors
Watch-outs
  • overflowing dumpsters and trash
  • roach and pest infestations
  • utility fees and trash charges
  • guest parking cleanliness
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Best for: Seniors and budget-conscious residents who value responsive management and walkable urban location.
Think twice if: Pest control and trash collection appear neglected; bring serious reservations if you are sensitive to roach problems or messy common areas.

What's working here

  • Property manager Gloria handles leasing and approvals promptly
  • Gated complex with secure parking
  • Walking distance to Deep Ellum and local restaurants
  • Quick maintenance response on work orders

Read this before you tour

  • Gloria Martinez named as property manager; praised for patience during approvals and move-in coordination
  • Maintenance technician conducts unit tours
  • Two dumpsters reported as perpetually overflowing
  • Roach infestations documented spreading into units
  • Trash and water charges flagged as high relative to rent

What residents say

Senior & 55+ Living
Praised for friendly, quiet community and responsive management; undermined by pest and sanitation issues.
Affordable & Income Restricted Housing
Attracts budget tenants, but utility and trash fees reported as unexpectedly high.
Luxury High-Rise Apartments
No review evidence of luxury amenities or high-rise features.

Side by side with nearby options

  • Rated 4.7 against a 4.02 average across the 61 senior & 55+ living businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 46% of the businesses in this directory.

Why this score

How We Score
Star rating 72
Review volume 91
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 50
Profile completeness 75
Verification 0

The numbers behind the score

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Contact the property

Address
4535-4545 Live Oak St, Dallas, TX 75204
Open in Google Maps

Last verified 2026-08-13

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.

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Questions we get asked

Is the complex gated?
Yes. The complex is gated with secure parking for residents.
Who is the property manager?
Gloria Martinez, who reviewers describe as responsive, patient, and helpful with approvals and move-in.
Is the location walkable?
Yes. The complex is within walking distance to Deep Ellum, Greenville Avenue, and local restaurants; a grocery store is nearby.

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Last updated 2026-08-13