Overview and location
The Hive Red River is located at Austin, TX 78705, USA — in the heart of the university district near the University of Texas at Austin. The property offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units on a monthly lease basis, with availability starting from 15 August 2026. Monthly rents range from USD 999 to USD 1,999 (indicative — confirm with the operator). It is pet-friendly and includes a gym and a swimming pool. The overall Google rating is 3.3 out of 5 based on 103 reviews.
Who this residence suits and who it doesn’t
Suits:
- Students or young professionals who prioritise social interaction and a lively atmosphere — the property’s social rating is 4.6, and several reviews highlight friendly staff and community events.
- Residents who rely on public transport or walking: the location and getting-around ratings are both 4.8, and the property sits near Red River Street with quick access to H-E-B grocery, campus, and nightlife.
- Pet owners: the building explicitly allows pets, which is not common in all Austin student housing.
- Those comfortable with a trade-off: lower indoor finish quality and occasional maintenance issues may be acceptable if the social environment and location matter more.
Does not suit:
- Anyone seeking flawless property management or high cleanliness standards. The accuracy, cleaning, amenities, community, condition, management, indoor spaces, room experience, safety/security, study environment, and property maintenance ratings all sit at 3.5 — below the averages for comparable properties in Austin. One Google review describes the apartment as “the WORST apartment I have ever lived in,” citing a two-month period without air conditioning and six months without other essentials.
- Students who need a quiet study environment: the study environment rating is only 3.5, and the social scene can be noisy.
- Budget-constrained renters: Austin’s city-wide from-price is USD 369 per month, while The Hive Red River starts at USD 999. Even the cheapest studio here is nearly three times the city’s lowest advertised rate. The property is positioned at the upper mid-range to premium end of the local market.
What residents actually say
Three Google reviews (data from the operator’s listing) give a split picture:
Tim Jones (1 star):
“I have spent five years at UT Austin, and I am currently in graduate school completing my master’s degree. This is by far the WORST apartment I have ever lived in. I would not recommend living here under any circumstances, regardless of location or price. We went two months without air conditioning and six months witho”
(Review is truncated in the source data; it continues to list unresolved maintenance issues.)
Lorenzo Lopez (Angel) (5 stars):
“I have been a resident for the Hive for the past 4 years and I love living here, the trash that past resident talked about don’t clarify that’s it’s either there own trash or resident who are just leaving them out for a few minutes to clean out there apartments, though yes the Hive try there best to keep this place cle”
Clovis Hill (5 stars):
“The Staff is Awesome!! Dale ❤️u!!!!!!! Carol ❤️ Excellent.. Yeah bugs there..but you have to tell them .and I Garantee. They gone be DEAD as a Door Nail. ❤️This place💯 What do u Expect.. Red River Rocks!! So does The Hive .. ⛳😊💯👍 Oh HEB right up the Street..shop early And Fridays ate Hamburgers/ HotDogs.. ❤️This Place”
These reviews illustrate a clear divide: long-term residents who engage with management and accept the building’s quirks tend to be satisfied, while those who experience major service failures (e.g., extended A/C outages) feel strongly negative. The property’s internal staff rating (4.6) and social rating (4.6) support the idea that when things work, the experience is positive — but consistency is a concern.
Price positioning and room-type guidance
Austin’s student housing market has around 70 listed properties, with a city from-price of USD 369 per month (likely for a shared room or basic studio in a lower-cost complex). The Hive Red River’s minimum of USD 999 puts it well above that baseline.
Room types available:
- Studio: smallest and most affordable option; likely starts near USD 999. Best for a single occupant who values privacy and doesn’t need separate sleeping and living areas.
- 1-bedroom (1b): slightly larger; price intermediate in the USD 999–1,999 band. Suitable for a single person or a couple who want a separate bedroom.
- 2-bedroom (2b): top of the price range; can be shared with a roommate to cut per-person cost. Per-person rent in a two-bedroom could fall to USD 700–1,000 depending on exact unit size and split — still above the city floor but more manageable.
Guidance: If you are on a tight budget, look at other properties in Austin that start near USD 369. If location and social life are your top priorities and you can stretch to USD 1,000+, a studio or a shared two-bedroom at The Hive may work — but inspect the unit thoroughly and ask about A/C and maintenance response times before signing.
Booking timing
Availability for 2026–2027 academic year opens on 15 August 2026. Given the mixed reviews, it is advisable to:
- Tour the property in person or request a video walk-through of the exact unit you will get.
- Check recent maintenance logs with the management office.
- Read the lease terms closely, especially clauses about A/C, pest control, and common area cleanliness.
- Book early if you want a specific floor plan (studios and two-bedrooms in premium locations go first). However, do not rush: a few weeks of comparison with other Austin properties may save you from a long lease in a unit that does not meet expectations.
FAQ (frequently asked questions)
Is The Hive Red River safe?
The safety/security rating is 3.5 out of 5 — below the average for purpose-built student housing in Austin. Reviews do not report violent incidents, but some mention unlocked doors and occasional stranger access. The property is on Red River, a well-trafficked street near campus. Standard precautions (locking doors, not leaving valuables in common areas) apply.
Can I keep a pet here?
Yes. “Pet Friendly” is one of the property’s tags. The review by Clovis Hill mentions bugs but no complaint about pet restrictions. However, confirm pet fees, weight limits, and breed restrictions with the operator before signing.
What is the cancellation policy or waiting list?
The data does not include a deposit amount or cancellation terms. In the Austin market, most student housing requires a deposit equal to one month’s rent and may charge a penalty if you cancel before a certain date (e.g., 30 days before move-in). Ask the operator directly. There is no waiting list information in the source data.
Sources & data date
All prices, ratings, reviews, and availability figures come from the property listing on Amber (ID amber-267399) as of July 2026. Google reviews cited verbatim. City comparison data reflects the Austin market (70 properties, from-price USD 369) at the same date. Prices are indicative — confirm with the operator before committing.
For live availability, unit photos, and current lease offers, use the on-site assistant on the Amber platform.
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