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Callista Hill Country Apartments

$1,252 – $1,657/mo

  • 1–3 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 686–1,310 sq ft
  • 16 units available
  • Pet friendly
8600 State Highway 71, Austin, TX 78735

As of October 14, 2026, Callista Hill Country Apartments in Austin, TX has 16 apartments for rent from $1,252 to $1,657/mo. One-bedrooms start at $1,252, two-bedrooms at $1,458, and three-bedrooms at $1,527. The average asking rent has fallen 7.6% since July 15, 2026, from $1,580 to $1,459.


Floor plans

Callista Hill Country Apartments has 16 units available across 7 floor plans: 3 one-bedroom layouts (686–983 sq ft), 3 two-bedroom layouts (1,036–1,226 sq ft), and a three-bedroom layout (1,310 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

A1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 686 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,252/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1135$1,252686—
0336$1,282686—
1136$1,292686—

A2

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 794 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,307/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1122$1,307794Oct 15
0824$1,347794Nov 6

A4D

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 983 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,489/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0523$1,489983—
0926$1,489983—
0117$1,529983Jan 7

B2

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,097 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,458/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0423$1,4581,097Oct 13

B1

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,036 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,458/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0218$1,4581,036Oct 26
0832$1,4731,036—

B3

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,226 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,583/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0428$1,5831,226Nov 28

C1

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,310 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,527/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1228$1,5271,310—
0518$1,6071,310Oct 21
1217$1,6071,310—
1211$1,6571,310—

See all 28 units listed at Callista Hill Country Apartments, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Callista Hill Country Apartments, a one-bedroom starts at about $1,534 a month all-in: $1,252 rent and an estimated $282 for electric, gas, water, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A two-bedroom starts at about $1,813 and a three-bedroom at about $1,979.

All-in from$1,534/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Callista Hill Country Apartments takes about $45,072 a year for a one-bedroom, $52,488 for a two-bedroom, and $54,972 for a three-bedroom. Keeping the $1,534 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $62,800 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,534/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$62,800/yr

Income to qualify

$45,072/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Callista Hill Country Apartments has ranged from $1,456 to $1,580. The current average is $1,459, down $121 (7.6%) from $1,580 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (91 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $1,252 – $1,657/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Jan 7

Amenities

Callista Hill Country Apartments is pet friendly. It lists 2 amenities: living green and pet friendly.

  • Living Green

  • Pet Friendly


Amenity photos

  • Lobby

Location

8600 State Highway 71, Austin, TX 78735


Resident reviews

Callista Hill Country Apartments has a 3.7 out of 5 rating from more than 200 resident reviews. Residents rate maintenance (4.1) and location (4.1) highest and building quality (2.3) lowest.

3.7 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.7
Maintenance4.1
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.2
Location4.1
Building Quality2.3
Overall100 reviews

Callista Hill Country Apartments offers a peaceful, well-maintained community with spacious layouts and scenic views that residents appreciate. Staff responsiveness and maintenance efficiency are frequently praised, though experiences vary significantly. Move-out fees, parking availability, security concerns, and gate functionality are recurring pain points that detract from the overall experience for some residents.

Management responsiveness and staff professionalism vary significantly at this property. Positive experiences highlight leasing and maintenance staff who are responsive, helpful, and go above and beyond during tours and move-in processes. However, negative reviews cite communication gaps, unresponsive office staff, billing disputes, and inconsistent policy enforcement. Common concerns include move-out charges, parking availability, and delayed maintenance responses.

Maintenance response times are generally prompt, with many residents reporting quick service and professional work. However, some residents experienced significant delays in addressing repair requests, unresolved maintenance issues, and follow-through problems. Communication gaps regarding maintenance schedules and accountability for damage caused by maintenance work have been noted in isolated cases.

Amenities at this property include a pool, gym, dog park, trails, in-unit washer/dryer options, and valet trash service, with maintenance staff generally responsive to requests. However, residents frequently report that shared spaces lack regular upkeep: the pool closes frequently for cleaning, gym equipment is outdated and often broken or missing, and common areas accumulate trash. Parking is consistently cited as inadequate, with limited availability after evening hours and additional fees for covered spots. Cleanliness and maintenance of shared facilities remain the most recurring concern across reviews.

The property offers a convenient location with good proximity to downtown and reasonable commute access for westbound routes, though traffic can be heavy for other directions. Parking availability is consistently limited, particularly during evening and late-night hours, with some residents noting the need for paid covered spots. The location benefits from nearby amenities and a quiet community atmosphere, though commute suitability depends on your travel direction.

Residents report significant concerns about building maintenance and upkeep, with recurring issues including outdated finishes, delayed repairs, and inconsistent property cleanliness. Common complaints center on non-functional gates, overflowing trash receptacles, broken gym equipment, and thin walls affecting noise isolation. While maintenance staff responsiveness is occasionally noted positively, the overall physical condition and cleanliness standards fall below resident expectations for the rental price.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Callista Hill Country Apartments is car-dependent and not bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking
Car-dependent
Grade F
Transit
Minimal
Grade F
Biking
Not bikeable
Grade F

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Callista Hill Country Apartments was good on 236 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in May (average AQI 52, moderate). Daily highs averaged 97°F in August, the warmest month, and lows averaged 41°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

236 good-air days

of the past 365

: Good, AQI 24

Temperature

97° / 41°

average August high / January low

: 90° high, 75° low

Pollen

Moderate

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: low, grass: moderate, weed: low

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January63°F41°F45 (good)18 of 31
February73°F50°F50 (good)14 of 28
March79°F57°F45 (good)24 of 31
April78°F63°F45 (good)23 of 30
May83°F64°F52 (moderate)15 of 31
June90°F73°F46 (good)19 of 30
July93°F74°F50 (good)13 of 31
August97°F74°F48 (good)18 of 31
September94°F74°F49 (good)17 of 30
October83°F64°F43 (good)25 of 31
November75°F56°F39 (good)26 of 30
December66°F47°F42 (good)24 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

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Nearby schools

The closest school to Callista Hill Country Apartments is Barton Creek Child Development Center, a private preschool 0.2 miles away. The closest public school is Oak Hill Elementary School, 2.3 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Barton Creek Child Development Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.2 mi

Barton Creek Child Development Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Wonderwell

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary1.0 mi

Oak Hill Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary2.3 mi

YMCA-Preschool

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.5 mi

St. Michael's Catholic Academy

Private · High
PrivateHigh2.6 mi

St Andrews Episcopal School

Private · High
PrivateHigh2.6 mi

Regents School Of Austin

Private · High
PrivateHigh2.8 mi

Austin Montessori School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle2.8 mi

St. Gabriel's Catholic School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle2.9 mi

Contact & management

Callista Hill Country Apartments is managed by Fairfield Residential. The leasing office's phone number is (833) 966-4297.


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