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Buffalo at Arlington

Updated 2026-08-23 · 3,566 reviewed · 599 listed · Scored from 344 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.2(344) 58 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Student HousingTownhome-Style Apartment Communities
Buffalo at Arlington
Services
Student Housing, Townhome-Style Apartment Communities
Reviews
344

The real story

Buffalo at Arlington offers apartments blocks from UT Arlington with modern amenities that appeal to many students. Yet the experience is drastically split: those who navigate move-in smoothly praise clean units, responsive staff by name, and facilities like the rooftop pool and fitness center. The overwhelming complaint is catastrophic move-in chaos, with hundreds moved simultaneously, hours-long key delays, and units arriving uninhabitable (roaches, broken windows, dirty floors). Staff turnover and communication breakdowns compound these issues, with residents reporting unresolved maintenance and unclear billing practices.

Management struggles appear structural rather than occasional. Reviewers note understaffing during move-in season, non-functional fingerprint scanners forcing unsafe door-propping, and a disconnect between front-line staff goodwill and backend systems (Cardinal Management handling billing disputes). Charges for damage not caused by residents and lack of proration for mid-month arrivals frustrate cost-conscious students. The 49% five-star / 44% one-two-star split reflects two sharply different realities: smooth arrivals versus logistical collapse.

Praised for
  • helpful, friendly staff (named: Naomi, Anais, Jacob, DJ, Abigail, Xen, Eryln)
  • clean units at move-in for some residents
  • abundant amenities (pool, gym, basketball court, study rooms, computer lab)
  • recently renovated
  • close to UT Arlington campus
Watch-outs
  • chaotic move-in process with hours-long waits and poor coordination
  • fingerprint scanners and doors not functioning
  • units uninhabitable on arrival (roaches, broken furniture, dirty floors, broken windows)
  • slow maintenance response and unresolved issues
  • poor communication and unresponsive management
  • hidden or unexpected charges (no proration, add-on fees)
  • understaffed during peak periods
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Best for: Students prioritizing location and amenities who can move in on flexible dates outside peak season.
Think twice if: Avoid if moving during main semester start; expect potential move-in delays, key issues, and unit cleanliness problems at peak times.

Where it delivers

  • prime location near UT Arlington campus
  • comprehensive amenities (pool, gym, computer lab, study rooms)
  • individual staff members consistently praised by name
  • fully furnished units with modern renovations

What to ask before signing

  • Staff praised by name: Naomi, Anais, Jacob, DJ, Abigail, Xen, Eryln, Chloe, Jake
  • Fingerprint scanners malfunction reported
  • Rooftop pool with views
  • Basketball court and volleyball net
  • Weight room with full gym equipment
  • Study rooms and computer lab on-site
  • Bulk move-ins scheduled for single days (e.g., August 17) resulting in hours-long delays
  • Management company: Cardinal Management handles billing disputes

How residents rate the community

Student Housing
Strong amenities and proximity to campus, but chaos during planned move-in days with understaffing and non-functioning access systems.
Townhome-Style Apartment Communities
No reviews specifically distinguish townhome units from standard apartments.
Furnished & Corporate Housing
Fully furnished units praised for cleanliness and included furniture (bed, desk, chair, dressers) when move-in succeeds.

Measured against the market

  • Rated 3.2 against a 3.95 average across the 159 student housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 90% of the businesses in this directory.

How we got this number

How We Rank
Star rating 0
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 44
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Ratings pulled apart

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Get in touch

Address
325 S Mesquite St, Arlington, TX 76010
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Last verified 2026-08-23

Office hours

Monday
10:00-18:00
Tuesday
10:00-18:00
Wednesday
10:00-18:00
Thursday
10:00-18:00
Friday
10:00-18:00
Saturday
12:00-16:00
Sunday
Closed

As listed on Google.

From the property's site

Services listed
Studio apartments1-bedroom apartments2-bedroom apartments3-bedroom apartments4-bedroom apartments5-bedroom apartmentsFully furnished interiorsStudy rooms

Credentials claimed:License: #9002997

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

Common questions

What amenities does Buffalo at Arlington offer?
Rooftop pool, basketball court, volleyball net, weight room with full gym equipment, study rooms, computer lab, and renovated furnished units.
How close is Buffalo to UT Arlington?
Two blocks from the University of Texas at Arlington campus.
What should I know about move-in?
Peak move-in days (e.g., start of semester) involve significant delays and long waits due to understaffing. Some reviewers waited 3+ hours for keys or faced non-functioning fingerprint scanners. Off-season moves report faster check-in. Full rent is charged regardless of mid-month arrival (no proration).

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Last updated 2026-08-23