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Cypress Gardens

Updated 2026-07-17 · 2,441 reviewed · 401 listed · Scored from 213 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.8(213) 64 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Cypress Gardens
Services
Townhome & Garden-Style Communities, Luxury Apartments, Student Housing
Reviews
213

The honest read

Long-term residents and newcomers praise the front-desk team, especially Chrissy and Larissa, for their warmth and problem-solving. Pools and fitness areas stay clean. Rent sits fair for the region. But a persistent complaint thread runs through years of reviews: roach infestations in kitchens and bathrooms regardless of tenant cleanliness, paper-thin walls that transmit neighbor noise, and appliances that predate recent decades. Maintenance is slow on non-urgent repairs; one resident waited two months for a closet fix. Multiple residents report unexpected fees for valet trash, smart-home systems, and bundled internet that inflated bills, and rent climbed with short renewal windows.

Longer tenures reveal deeper friction. Countertops were found to contain lead paint chips; tubs were spray-painted instead of properly refinished and now mold. One five-year resident documented nickle-and-diming: charges for items they say were pre-broken or faulty on move-in. The community is described as loud and sometimes unsafe by some reviewers, with unsupervised children late at night and frequent police presence. Others who lived 5 to 16 years report feeling secure and comfortable. Location and pet amenities earn consistent praise.

Praised for
  • friendly and professional front-desk staff (especially Chrissy and Larissa)
  • reasonable rents for the area
  • responsive maintenance for priority issues
  • well-maintained pools and fitness center
  • pet-friendly amenities including dog park
  • good location near shops and jobs
Watch-outs
  • widespread cockroach infestations
  • paper-thin walls and poor soundproofing
  • outdated appliances (washers, fridges from 2005 or older)
  • hidden fees and rent increases tied to forced services
  • slow or incomplete maintenance responses
  • deteriorated finishes (countertops chipped, tub caulking moldy)
  • inconsistent front-desk service
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Best for: Budget-conscious renters comfortable with older buildings and willing to visit often to resolve maintenance issues.
Think twice if: Heavy roach problems reported year-round; appliances are outdated; walls are thin; expect slow responses on non-emergency repairs and surprise fees.

What this place gets right

  • Warm, responsive front-desk staff (particularly Chrissy)
  • Pools and fitness facilities kept clean and functional
  • Reasonable rental pricing compared to regional market

Worth knowing

  • Chrissy and Larissa are named leasing/front-desk staff praised repeatedly for warmth and professionalism
  • Appliances (washers, fridges, ovens) cited as 15+ years old
  • One resident documented lead paint on countertops; another reported tub caulking issues causing mold
  • Closet repair took two months before escalation to legal threat
  • Valet trash, smart-home systems, and Spectrum bundle internet are forced paid add-ons reported to inflate rent

Reviews by category

Townhome & Garden-Style Communities
Amenities (pools, fitness, pet park) kept clean; units are outdated with thin walls and decades-old appliances.
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Dog park added and praised; pet-friendly policy is a draw, but pest infestations undermine the appeal.
Affordable & Section 8 Housing
Rent is competitive for the area, but forced add-ons (trash valet, smart home, internet bundle) inflate actual cost.
Luxury Apartments
Not supported; units are widely described as dated, deteriorated, and poorly finished.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.8 against a 4.05 average across the 111 townhome & garden-style communities businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 65% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 21
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 46
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
114
4
28
3
24
2
10
1
37

Quick answers

How responsive is maintenance?
Emergency and priority issues are addressed quickly. Non-urgent repairs (closet fixes, appliance wear) can take weeks or months; escalation may be needed.
Are there extra fees beyond rent?
Yes. Tenants report forced paid add-ons: valet trash, smart-home systems, and bundled Spectrum internet. Residents also reported surprise charges at move-out for items they dispute (pre-broken appliances, unit condition).
Is this pet-friendly?
Yes, with a dedicated dog park; several long-term residents praised the pet amenities.

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Last updated 2026-07-17