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The Verandah Apartments

Updated 2026-07-17 · 2,441 reviewed · 809 listed · Scored from 234 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.0(234) 59 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
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The Verandah Apartments
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What we found

Leasing and maintenance staff earn consistent praise for attentiveness, but management falters badly when residents raise problems, often requiring multiple calls to reach resolution. Strong facilities and views attract tenants, yet unresolved AC and water issues, wildlife intrusions, mandatory pet fees, and billing surprises create friction that management tends to sidestep rather than fix.

Individual technicians like Alan and Luis get results quickly, while the leasing office (Matt, Chelsea) excel at tours. The disconnect appears when billing disputes or lease terms arise - emails go unanswered, charges appear without explanation, and residents report contempt rather than partnership. Pool water quality and the forced Fetch app add to frustration.

Praised for
  • helpful leasing staff (Matt, Chelsea, Kayla)
  • spacious, peaceful units
  • responsive maintenance (Alan Beckham, Luis)
  • views and landscaping
  • amenities (pools, fitness center, bark park)
Watch-outs
  • unresponsive or rude management during disputes
  • maintenance issues not fully resolved (AC, water)
  • wildlife and safety concerns (snakes, coyotes)
  • billing inconsistencies and unclear charges
  • mandatory Fetch service fee
  • pool maintenance and water quality problems
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Best for: New residents who value spacious units and friendly leasing staff; less suited for those needing quick management problem-solving.
Think twice if: Management becomes evasive when disputes arise; expect slow email responses and unclear billing if issues occur.

What this place gets right

  • attentive leasing and maintenance staff on first contact
  • spacious floor plans with scenic views
  • comprehensive amenities (resort pools, fitness, bark park, sand volleyball)

Before you tour or apply

  • Alan Beckham (maintenance) praised for timely, effective repairs
  • Luis (maintenance) noted for professionalism
  • Matt and Chelsea praised in leasing
  • Mandatory Fetch pet service charges residents do not want to opt out of
  • Wildlife issues reported (snakes, coyotes)
  • AC and water issues during move-in not fully resolved
  • Pool water quality inconsistencies mentioned
  • Water billing varies widely ($35 to $160 monthly for single occupants)

Resident ratings

Pet-Friendly Apartments
Bark park and sand volleyball praised; mandatory Fetch app frustrates residents who see it as an unwanted fee

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3 against a 3.99 average across the 343 pet-friendly apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 79% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

helpful staffpoolhuge patiofloor plansgolf cart ridespacious apartmentsdog parkviewstowingsafety

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 0
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 46
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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99

FAQ

Do you have a dog park?
Yes. The property has a bark park and also offers sand volleyball courts and BBQ areas.
Is there a lease discount available?
Their website lists up to 10 weeks free for 12-to-13-month leases on select units.
What happens if I need maintenance during my stay?
Maintenance typically responds promptly for repairs; however, some residents report that initial contact requests are resolved by individual technicians, but follow-up on unresolved issues often requires multiple calls to management.

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Last updated 2026-07-17