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Cottages at Wells Branch

$888/mo

  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bath
  • 464 sq ft
  • 1 unit available
14300 Tandem Blvd., Austin, TX 78728

As of October 14, 2026, Cottages at Wells Branch in Austin, TX has 1 apartment for rent at $888/mo. The average asking rent has fallen 3% since August 26, 2026, from $915 to $888.


Floor plans

Cottages at Wells Branch has 1 unit available in 1 floor plan: a one-bedroom layout (464 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

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1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 464 Sq Ft

Starting at $888/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
143$888464Oct 12

See all 1 units listed at Cottages at Wells Branch, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Cottages at Wells Branch, a one-bedroom starts at about $1,138 a month all-in: $888 rent and an estimated $250 for electric, gas, water, internet, and renters insurance.

All-in from$1,138/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 Cottages at Wells Branch takes about $31,968 a year for a one-bedroom. Keeping the $1,138 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $45,900 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,138/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$45,900/yr

Income to qualify

$31,968/yr

Your estimated budget

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$ —/mo

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Rent history

Over the past 3 months, the average asking rent at Cottages at Wells Branch has ranged from $888 to $915. The current average is $888, the lowest in the past 3 months.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (48 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At Cottages at Wells Branch, leases run 12 months.

  • Rent

    $888/mo
  • Lease term

    12 months
  • Earliest move-in

    Oct 12

Amenities

Cottages at Wells Branch has garage or covered parking and in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 45 amenities, including 24 hour fitness center, resort style pool, and outdoor patio with grilling stations.

  • 24 Hour Fitness Center

  • 2 Inch Faux Wood Blinds

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  • Amenities

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  • Attached Private Yards*

  • Brushed Nickel Fixtures

  • Carport Parking

  • Ceramic Tile Backsplash*

  • Coffee Bar

  • Community Amenities Community

  • Contact Us

  • Contact Us Contact Us Faq

  • Ebrochure

  • Expansive Walk-In Style Closets*

  • Faq

  • Floor Plans

  • Floor Plans Floor Plans Interactive Property Map

  • Friday: 8:30 Am To - 5:30 Pm

  • Granite/Quartz Countertops*

  • Home

  • Interactive Property Map

  • Located Within Round Rock School District

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  • Monday: 9:30 Am To - 5:30 Pm

  • Outdoor Patio With Grilling Stations

  • Photos

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  • Private Balconies & Patios*

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  • Resort Style Pool

  • Saturday: 10 Am To - 5 Pm

  • Sunday: Closed

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  • Thursday: 9:30 Am To - 5:30 Pm

  • Townhome Style Floor Plans*

  • Tuesday: 8:30 Am To - 5:30 Pm

  • Virtual Tour

  • Washer & Dryer Included

  • Wednesday: 8:30 Am To - 5:30 Pm

  • Wood Burning Fire Place*

  • Wood Style Floors*


Amenity photos

  • Pool
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  • Gym

Location

14300 Tandem Blvd., Austin, TX 78728


Resident reviews

2.5 · 100+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management5.0
Maintenance5.0
Building Quality5.0
Amenities and Shared Spaces5.0
Location5.0
Overall100 reviews

Resident experiences at this property vary dramatically across time periods and management changes. While some residents praise spacious floor plans, convenient location, responsive maintenance, and friendly staff, others report serious issues including maintenance delays, pest infestations, water/plumbing problems, noise concerns, and inconsistent management quality. The property appears to have undergone multiple management transitions that significantly affected resident satisfaction.

Management quality has varied significantly over time at this property, with residents reporting dramatic shifts following staff changes. Recent positive reviews highlight friendly, responsive office staff and professional management that addresses concerns promptly, while older reviews document periods of poor communication, unresponsive maintenance, and billing issues. Current residents praise the property's improvements and staff attentiveness, though some historical reviews cite concerns about follow-through on maintenance requests and security deposit handling.

Maintenance response times are consistently slow, with work orders frequently taking weeks to complete or remaining unaddressed. When repairs are completed, quality is often poor, with issues recurring shortly after. Residents report significant challenges with HVAC systems, plumbing failures, and pest control that go unresolved despite repeated requests.

Residents report significant building quality concerns including poor noise insulation, persistent maintenance delays, and structural issues. Common problems include water damage, plumbing failures, pest infestations, and mold. While some residents noted improved conditions under certain maintenance staff, overall building condition and responsiveness to repairs remain inconsistent.

Residents consistently praise the property's value, parking, pool, and location near shopping and dining. Maintenance responsiveness and quality are the most frequently cited concerns, with some residents reporting slow response times and incomplete repairs. Management changes have been noted, with newer staff receiving positive feedback for professionalism and communication. The gym facilities are described as basic, and some residents report issues with trash pickup and pest management.

Residents consistently praise the property's location as a major strength, highlighting convenient access to shopping, dining, schools, and work commutes within minutes. The location is described as centrally positioned between Austin and Round Rock, offering excellent proximity to everyday amenities and major transit corridors. This location advantage is cited as a primary reason residents choose to renew leases and recommend the community to others.

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

Cottages at Wells Branch is car-dependent and not bikeable.

Walking
Car-dependent
Grade F
Biking
Not bikeable
Grade F

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Cottages at Wells Branch was good on 258 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in July (average AQI 49, good). Daily highs averaged 98°F in August, the warmest month, and lows averaged 41°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

258 good-air days

of the past 365

: Good, AQI 23

Temperature

98° / 41°

average August high / January low

: 93° high, 76° low

Pollen

Moderate

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: moderate, grass: moderate, weed: moderate

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January62°F41°F45 (good)20 of 31
February73°F50°F48 (good)16 of 28
March80°F57°F43 (good)25 of 31
April78°F63°F43 (good)24 of 30
May82°F64°F48 (good)20 of 31
June89°F74°F44 (good)22 of 30
July93°F75°F49 (good)13 of 31
August98°F75°F46 (good)18 of 31
September95°F75°F46 (good)21 of 30
October84°F65°F40 (good)26 of 31
November74°F55°F37 (good)27 of 30
December66°F47°F41 (good)26 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Welcome to Cottages at Wells Branch, offering apartments in Austin, TX, with attached private yards* for added comfort and everyday ease. Schedule a tour today.


Nearby schools

The closest school to Cottages at Wells Branch is Harte-Hanks Child Care, a private preschool 0.3 miles away. The closest public school is Wells Branch Elementary School, 0.4 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Harte-Hanks Child Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Star Montessori

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Chaparral Star Academy

Charter · High
CharterHigh0.4 mi

Wells Branch Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.4 mi

Tia's Kids Cabin Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Shoreline Christian School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.1 mi

Joe Lee Johnson Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.2 mi

Austins Imagination Station Lc

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.4 mi

Northwest Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.4 mi

Renaissance Academy

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.5 mi

Contact & management

Cottages at Wells Branch is managed by Cushman & Wakefield. The leasing office's phone number is 5122447712.


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