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The Reserve on Willow Lake

Updated 2026-09-16 · 4,370 reviewed · 1,017 listed · Scored from 193 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(193) 77 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Garden Style (1-4 stories)Senior & 55+ LivingLuxury
The Reserve on Willow Lake
Location
Fort Worth
Services
Garden Style (1-4 stories), Senior & 55+ Living, Luxury
Reviews
193
Ranking
#15 in Garden Style (1-4 stories)
Best for
Long-term residents seeking a quiet lakeside community with stable, engaged staff.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-16). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-08-13.

Our Review

Residents with long-term tenure praise the lakeside setting, quiet grounds, and individual staff members by name-particularly Mackenzie Tucker, maintenance technicians Will and Abraham, and leasing staff Brianna and Vivem. Tours can feel warm and thorough when staffed correctly.

The property falters during transitions. Two separate residents report surprise move-out charges buried in fine print, collections efforts despite payment arrangements, and unresponsive management after ownership changes. A third guest encountered an unavailable apartment and a poor leasing interaction. Staff turnover and communication gaps have cost loyalty among departing tenants.

Praised for
  • lakeside location and views
  • responsive maintenance team
  • warm and professional leasing staff (when engaged)
  • quiet, spacious units
  • consistent management professionalism
Watch-outs
  • hidden or unclear move-out fees
  • management transition chaos and communication breakdown
  • inconsistent leasing experience
  • billing sent to collections despite payment plans
  • maintenance requests unresolved during tenancy disputes
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Best for: Long-term residents seeking a quiet lakeside community with stable, engaged staff.
Think twice if: Scrutinize the lease for move-out fees and clarify all charges upfront if planning to leave within the first few years.

What Reviewers Like

  • Lakeside location and views
  • Maintenance team responsive to resident requests
  • Quiet, spacious floor plans
  • Gated security

What to Know Before You Tour

  • Maintenance technicians Will and Abraham handle requests promptly and professionally
  • Property manager Mackenzie Tucker named repeatedly for responsiveness and care
  • Leasing staff Brianna and Vivem praised for welcoming, knowledgeable tours
  • Residents report nearly $2,000–$3,000 move-out charges after management transition
  • One resident lived 10 years at the property and remains satisfied; another had 7 years of consistent experience before turnover issues emerged

What Stands Out

Garden Style (1-4 stories)
Lakeside setting and quiet grounds consistently praised; move-out fees and communication gaps cited as friction points during tenure changes.
Senior & 55+ Living
Long-term residents thrive in quiet, spacious units near water; gated security mentioned as reassuring feature.
Luxury
Spacious floor plans and lakeside views align with luxury positioning; no review text directly addresses high-rise amenities or resort-style services.

Compare with Nearby Apartments

  • Rated 4.6 against a 3.94 average across the 182 garden style (1-4 stories) businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 71% of the businesses in this directory.

How We Scored It

How We Score
Star rating 68
Review volume 99
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating Breakdown

5
168
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5
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5
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13

Location & Contact

Address
4101 S Hulen St, Fort Worth, TX 76109

Last verified 2026-09-16

Leasing Office Hours

Monday
08:30-17:30
Tuesday
08:30-17:30
Wednesday
08:30-17:30
Thursday
08:30-17:30
Friday
08:30-17:30
Saturday
10:00-16:00
Sunday
Closed

As listed on Google.

Amenities & Property Details

Services listed
1-bedroom apartments2-bedroom apartments3-bedroom apartments

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I tour an apartment online or do I need to call ahead?
You can book tours online, but recent reviews note units sometimes become unavailable between booking and arrival. Confirm your appointment beforehand to avoid wasted trips.
Who handles maintenance requests and how fast do they respond?
Maintenance staff Will and Abraham are named in multiple reviews as prompt, skilled, and professional. Residents report efficient responses, though one dispute-in-progress tenant reported difficulty getting help during billing complications.
Are there move-out fees I should know about?
Yes. Two residents report surprise charges totaling $2,000–$3,000 discovered in lease fine print. Request a clear written breakdown of all potential move-out fees before signing.

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Last updated 2026-09-16