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The Howard

Updated 2026-09-08 · 3,787 reviewed · 917 listed · Scored from 149 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(149) 74 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Pet-Friendly Apartments
The Howard
Location
Cantarra, Manor
Service
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Reviews
149
Ranking
#137 in Pet-Friendly Apartments
Best for
Pet owners and renters prioritizing amenities and community atmosphere over operational consistency.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-08). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-07-21.

What we found

The Howard earns strong marks for design, amenities, and staff warmth-five-star reviewers consistently praise the resort feel, maintenance speed, and welcoming team. However, persistent complaints about gate failures, trash in common areas, delayed communication during move-in, cleanliness lapses in the gym, and mounting fees temper the experience for a vocal minority.

Recent shift: Move-in quality and gate/facility maintenance issues escalated in recent weeks (AC failure, ongoing gate failures, package system problems noted in reviews from the last month).

Praised for
  • responsive maintenance staff
  • friendly and welcoming staff
  • beautiful resort-style property
  • well-maintained grounds and amenities
Watch-outs
  • gate malfunctions and security gaps
  • inconsistent maintenance responsiveness and communication
  • cleanliness issues in common areas and gym
  • package delivery and locker system problems
  • rising fees and unexpected charges
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Best for: Pet owners and renters prioritizing amenities and community atmosphere over operational consistency.
Think twice if: Gate security issues, inconsistent move-in preparation, and communication gaps during maintenance requests are dealbreakers for you.

What this place gets right

  • Resort-style amenities including pool, putting green, and golf simulator
  • Private dog park for pet residents
  • Responsive maintenance team and welcoming staff
  • Well-designed units and beautiful grounds

Before you tour or apply

  • Carlos handled two maintenance requests same-day
  • Leasing staff named: Linsey, Alyssa, Bailey, Alejandro
  • Golf simulator on-site
  • Private dog park available
  • AC failures reported
  • Gate malfunctions persist and allow unauthorized access
  • Gym machines not regularly cleaned
  • Package locker system frequently problematic

Resident ratings

Pet-Friendly Apartments
Private dog park praised; dog waste management in common areas criticized.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.02 average across the 690 pet-friendly apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 55% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

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How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 62
Review volume 94
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 45
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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4
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FAQ

Does The Howard have a dog park?
Yes, the property has a private dog park for resident pets.
What amenities are available?
Pool with cabanas, putting green, golf simulator, fitness center, business center, and outdoor grilling stations.
How responsive is maintenance?
Reviews are split. Some report same-day fixes; others describe unanswered calls and long waits. Maintenance is by appointment.
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Last updated 2026-09-08