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The Elm at River Park

Updated 2026-07-24 · 2,262 reviewed · 497 listed · Scored from 123 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.3(123) 75 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Luxury ApartmentsPet-Friendly ApartmentsStudent HousingFurnished & Corporate Housing
The Elm at River Park
Services
Luxury Apartments, Pet-Friendly Apartments, Student Housing
Reviews
123

The real story

Most residents rave about The Elm's thoughtful staff, spotless grounds, and standout dog park, along with prompt maintenance and vibrant events. A few cite frustrations with management responsiveness, package handling, and ancillary services, though these appear occasional amid largely positive long-term stays.

Praised for
  • friendly, welcoming staff
  • well-maintained grounds and units
  • excellent dog park and pet amenities
  • quick, effective maintenance response
  • great location near trails and restaurants
  • regular community events
Watch-outs
  • unresponsive property manager
  • package delivery and bike theft issues
  • valet trash service inefficiency
  • guest parking enforcement problems
  • noisy neighbors
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Best for: Pet owners, especially dog lovers, and relocating professionals seeking community feel.
Think twice if: Those sensitive to noise from neighbors, or preferring hands-off management without add-on services.

Where it delivers

  • Large dog park praised across reviews
  • Named staff known by name and attentive
  • Prompt maintenance that actually solves problems
  • Well-kept grounds and clean common areas
  • Prime location near dining, trails, and major roads

What to ask before signing

  • Grace and Amelia named as exceptional leasing agents
  • Jose and Sergio noted for quick, friendly maintenance response
  • Morgan manages property with oversight praised
  • Amy recognized as hardworking housekeeping staff
  • Coffee bar amenity regularly highlighted
  • Valet trash and fetch delivery service available but criticized by some for inefficiency
  • Guest vehicle towing incident reported with disputed reimbursement

How residents rate the community

Luxury Apartments
Modern, attractive units in new building with quick maintenance response.
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Largest dog park in Fort Worth per residents; treats available; pet-friendly staff and amenities.
Student Housing
Well-maintained community with events and location near shopping; one student-oriented mention.
Furnished & Corporate Housing
Praised by relocating professional for leasing flexibility and welcoming atmosphere.

Measured against the market

  • Rated 4.3 against a 3.97 average across the 327 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 49% of the businesses in this directory.

How we got this number

How We Rank
Star rating 49
Review volume 91
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 63
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Ratings pulled apart

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Get in touch

Address
2500 River Park Dr, Fort Worth, TX 76116

Last verified 2026-07-24

Office hours

Monday
09:00-18:00
Tuesday
09:00-18:00
Wednesday
09:00-18:00
Thursday
09:00-18:00
Friday
09:00-18:00
Saturday
10:00-17:00
Sunday
Closed

As listed on Google.

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Common questions

Is the dog park really that large?
Reviewers consistently call it the biggest they have seen in Fort Worth, with dog treats available and staff treating pets like family.
How fast do maintenance requests get handled?
Multiple reviews report quick response and actual fixes, not temporary patches. Jose and Sergio are named for friendly, immediate assistance.
Are there community activities?
Yes, monthly resident events are held. A coffee bar is also a featured amenity.

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Last updated 2026-07-24