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Alabama Baldwin County Gulf Shores Sweetwater

Sweetwater

21300 Cotton Creek Dr, Gulf Shores, AL 36542

4.4 (28 reviews)

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  • Monthly Rent

    $1,189 - $1,609

  • Bedrooms

    1 - 3 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 - 2 ba

  • Square Feet

    849 - 1,329 sq ft

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The Hobie $1,189 – $1,314
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The Hobie $1,189 – $1,314
1 Bed 1 Bath 849 Sq Ft $150 Deposit
2 Available units
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Sq Ft
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Unit Details
  • Unit N-103
    price $1,189
    square feet 849
    availibility Now
  • Unit L-101
    price $1,314
    square feet 849
    availibility Now
The Bristol $1,369 – $1,429
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,113 Sq Ft $150 Deposit
2 Available units
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Sq Ft
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Unit Details
  • Unit I-102
    price $1,369
    square feet 1,113
    availibility Now
  • Unit B-102
    price $1,429
    square feet 1,113
    availibility Now
The Laser $1,379 – $1,429
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,142 Sq Ft $150 Deposit
2 Available units
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Base Price
Sq Ft
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Unit Details
  • Unit F-202
    price $1,379
    square feet 1,142
    availibility Now
  • Unit M-105
    price $1,429
    square feet 1,142
    availibility Now
The Schooner $1,609
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,329 Sq Ft $150 Deposit
2 Available units
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  • Unit A-202
    price $1,609
    square feet 1,329
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  • Unit A-201
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    square feet 1,329
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  • Monthly Utilities & Services
  • Maintenance Fee
    $10
  • Pest Control
    $8
  • Utility - Water
    1 bed-$29/ 2 bed-$42/ 3 bed-$57
    $29
  • One-Time Move-In Fees
  • Administrative Fee
    $150
  • Application Fee
    $75
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Monthly pet rent
    $15
  • One time Fee
    $300
  • Weight limit
    35 lb
  • Pet Limit
    2
  • Comments:
    Pet limit 2, Pet Fee Required.
  • Cats Allowed
  • Monthly pet rent
    $15
  • One time Fee
    $300
  • Weight limit
    35 lb
  • Pet Limit
    2
  • Comments:
    Pet limit 2, Pet Fee Required.
  • Parking
  • Surface Lot
    per lease holder
    --
    1 Max
  • Other
    Boat & Trailer Parking
    $25/mo
    5 Max, Assigned Parking
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  • Garage
    Based on availability.
    $135/mo
    5 Max, Assigned Parking
  • Storage Fees
  • Storage Unit
    $135/mo

Details

Lease Options

  • 13 months

Property Information

  • Built in 2007
  • 184 units/2 stories

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About Sweetwater

Located in Gulf Shores, Alabama, Sweetwater Apartments is an established community of luxury apartment homes. We offer one, two, and three bedroom floor plans featuring nine foot ceilings, open concept living, huge closets, washer and dryer connections in every unit, private entrances and private screened in porches with storage. The views, amenities, and location, combined with spacious floor plans that create an environment where you can relax while having entertainment, shopping, dining and the beautiful Emerald Coast of Gulf Shores, AL just minutes away! Call us today and discover all that Sweetwater Apartments has to offer! Short term leases available now!

Sweetwater is an apartment community located in Baldwin County and the 36542 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Baldwin County attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • Community Lakes
  • Pet Care Stations
  • Tanning Bed
  • Tiki Hut, Gas Grill and Cable Connection for Outdoor entertaining
  • Tiki Hut with Gas Grill
  • Car Wash
  • Reserved Boat Parking avail. $25/month
  • Bike Racks
  • Dog park
  • Individual Entrances (no breezeways)
  • On Site Management
  • Microwaves in upgraded units
  • On Site Maintenance
  • Spacious Floorplans with 9' Ceilings
  • Free Tanning Bed

Contact

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  • Monday - Friday, 9am - 6pm
  • Saturday, 10am - 3pm
  • Sunday, Closed

Community Amenities

Pool

Laundry Facilities

Playground

Clubhouse

Grill

Pet Care

24 Hour Access

Pet Play Area

Property Services

  • Wi-Fi
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Renters Insurance Program
  • Composting
  • Pet Care
  • Pet Play Area
  • Car Wash Area

Shared Community

  • Clubhouse
  • Lounge
  • Storage Space
  • Tanning Salon
  • Walk-Up

Fitness & Recreation

  • Pool
  • Playground
  • Bicycle Storage

Outdoor Features

  • Cabana
  • Grill
  • Picnic Area
  • Pond
  • Dog Park

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Washer/Dryer Hookup

High Speed Internet Access

Walk-In Closets

Microwave

Refrigerator

Disposal

Highlights

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Security System
  • Trash Compactor
  • Storage Space

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Ice Maker
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Pantry
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer

Model Details

  • Carpet
  • Tile Floors
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • High Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Views
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Linen Closet
  • Window Coverings
  • Balcony
  • Porch
  • Deck
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Schools Restaurants Groceries Coffee Banks Shops Fitness
Amenities
  • Wi-Fi
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Renters Insurance Program
  • Composting
  • Pet Care
  • Pet Play Area
  • Car Wash Area
  • Clubhouse
  • Lounge
  • Storage Space
  • Tanning Salon
  • Walk-Up
  • Cabana
  • Grill
  • Picnic Area
  • Pond
  • Dog Park
  • Pool
  • Playground
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Community Lakes
  • Pet Care Stations
  • Tanning Bed
  • Tiki Hut, Gas Grill and Cable Connection for Outdoor entertaining
  • Tiki Hut with Gas Grill
  • Car Wash
  • Reserved Boat Parking avail. $25/month
  • Bike Racks
  • Dog park
  • Individual Entrances (no breezeways)
  • On Site Management
  • Microwaves in upgraded units
  • On Site Maintenance
  • Spacious Floorplans with 9' Ceilings
  • Free Tanning Bed
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Security System
  • Trash Compactor
  • Storage Space
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Ice Maker
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Pantry
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Carpet
  • Tile Floors
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • High Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Views
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Linen Closet
  • Window Coverings
  • Balcony
  • Porch
  • Deck
Expenses
Recurring
Assigned Garage Parking $135
Assigned Other Parking $25
Cat Rent $15
Dog Rent $15
One-Time
Storage Fee $135
Cat Fee $300
Dog Fee $300
Office Hours
Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm
Sunday Closed
251-766-5689
City - Gulf Shores

Located on Alabama’s Gulf Coast, Gulf Shores is a popular vacation destination, as well as a family-friendly beach town. The Gulf Shores Public Beach is a busy, yet relaxing retreat for swimming, sunbathing, and scenic walks on the shore. Gulf State Park features even more beaches, as well as trails, a golf course, tennis courts, and a fishing pier that features beautiful views of the ocean.

Along the shore, you’ll find laid-back, beachy restaurants and bars like Bahama Bob’s Beach Side Café, the Hangout, Shrimp Basket, and De Soto’s Seafood Kitchen. Although the sandy shoreline is a major attraction for Gulf Shores, there are other kid-friendly amenities around town like Johnnie Sims Park Pavilion, Pirate’s Island Adventure Golf, and the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo. Apartments and single-family homes range from affordable to upscale in Gulf Shores, so there’s something for every renter.

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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Pensacola State, Warrington
Drive: 49 min 31.9 mi
Pensacola State Coll.
Drive: 66 min 39.9 mi
The University of West Florida
Drive: 73 min 47.0 mi
Sweetwater is within 49 minutes or 31.9 miles from Pensacola State, Warrington. It is also near Pensacola State Coll. and The University of West Florida.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Gulf Shores Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
589 Students
Attendance Zone
Gulf Shores High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
768 Students
Attendance Zone
Grace Christian Academy
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-7
Nearby
South Baldwin Christian Academy
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
Nearby
School data provided by The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.

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Transportation

Sweetwater is near Pensacola International, located 40.0 miles or 67 minutes away, and Mobile International, located 49.7 miles or 72 minutes away.

Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Pensacola International
Drive: 67 min 40.0 mi
Mobile International
Drive: 72 min 49.7 mi
Car-Dependent
0
Walk Score®
Out of 100
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Minimal Transit
0
Transit Score®
Out of 100
Somewhat Bikeable
25
Bike Score®
Out of 100
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
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Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Sweetwater.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Colonial Promenade Craft Farms
Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
Suncoast Center
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Plaza Del Mar
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
Sweetwater has 3 shopping centers within 1.8 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
Drive: 7 min 4.0 mi
Gulf State Park
Drive: 21 min 8.6 mi
Biophilia Nature Center
Drive: 25 min 15.5 mi
Sweetwater has 3 parks within 15.5 miles, including Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, Gulf State Park, and Biophilia Nature Center.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
South Baldwin Regional Medical Center
Drive: 17 min 10.4 mi
Sweetwater is 10.4 miles and a 17 minute drive from South Baldwin Regional Medical Center.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
OLF Barin U.S. Naval Reserve
Drive: 17 min 9.7 mi
Whiting Field - U.S. Navy
Drive: 33 min 15.8 mi
Sweetwater is 9.7 miles from OLF Barin U.S. Naval Reserve, and is convenient to other military bases, including Whiting Field - U.S. Navy.
 
 

Property Ratings at Sweetwater

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28 Renter Reviews

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4/19/24
Great place to live

I’ve lived here for a few months now and I think it’s a great place. The ladies in the office helped me a lot with the move in process.

Property Manager at Sweetwater, Responded To This Review

Thank you again for taking the time to let us know how we did. We hope you have a great day!

4/19/24
Amazing!!!

This complex is absolutely beautiful! The ponds are great and I really enjoy the great view of the airfield from my apartment! The office staff is amazing and maintenance is always on top of everything! 10/10 recommend!

Property Manager at Sweetwater, Responded To This Review

Thank you again for taking the time to let us know how we did. We hope you have a great day!

12/29/23
beware

terrible place bad managment dont rent from this place without looking at it first i did and it was a mistake

Property Manager at Sweetwater, Responded To This Review

We do apologize that you feel this way. Please come in and let us know what we can do to help. We are always here and ready to fix it.

7/6/23
Excellent New Management Team

I have lived here for several year and I am pleased to say that our new manager is awesome! She is actually taking care of ongoing issues and is working to make the complex a better place to live.

Property Manager at Sweetwater, Responded To This Review

Hi, thank you for your kind review; we are happy to pass along your comments to the team here at Sweetwater Apartments! Glad to hear our onsite team is meeting your expectations.

6/29/23
Smiling Service and great place to live

You can always talk to the staff in the office and Maintenence. They always come to fix things. The upkeep is beautiful.

Property Manager at Sweetwater, Responded To This Review

We Thank you for noticing! We love our residents and want you to have a beautiful place to come home to.

11/16/22
GREAT MANAGEMENT TE FINALY

I have been a tenant here at Sweetwater for 5 years now. My husband and I just love it here. We are at retirement age and just feel.like we have made a cozy home here with no yard upkeep oraintenan e and it just makes sense to us to stay put. In all honesty the management team that we have here now just makes it very pleasant and keeps the property up in a proper and timely manner. We finally have a FANTASTIC maintenence manager and The property manager is what this property needed. Fi ally we have a great team that works together and takes care of tenant request amd the beauty of the property I am so pleased to be here. I have seen 6 property anger come and go and finally we have the right person. Thank you sweetwater Apts. For providing such a good atmosphere and management team. I highly reccomend to people. Charmaine Dodd

Property Manager at Sweetwater, Responded To This Review

Hi Charmaine, Thank you so much for the lovely review. We are so happy you appreciate the team onsite. Thank you for being a long term resident in the community, we appreciate you!

1/22/22
Roaches, broken appliances, rotten walls

Been infested with roaches for over 6 months, no one cares, why should they, they don’t have to live in this dump. Asked to have my appliances replaced because I can’t use my stove because the oven doesn’t shut off anymore so I have to keep it turned off at the breaker to keep from burning the building down, and the fridge is rusted through in spots, in my “luxury” apartment. Was told I had to pay extra to have new appliances, which I agreed to just to get them replaced. Tonight the fridge died, shocker, now I don’t have a stove or a refrigerator! The walls are rotting around the front door, it is so bad I have had to shove paper towels into the holes to try to keep the bugs and creatures out. This place is a dump, they should be sued for false advertisement using the word “luxury”. Don’t rent here, live in your car first, what they are charging you can get in a place that actually knows what “luxury” is. RUN!

6/8/21
Overpriced and poorly managed.

I have been a resident here for a year, I have never once been late on rent even through the corona virus and the moratorium on evictions, I have paid my rent without interruption as any responsible person would do. Now comes the garbage. I leave to go on vacation Friday 5/28 and come back on Thursday 6/3 to find a letter haphazardly tossed in the yard. It is a renewal request, and they are going up $100 on my rent. The temporary property manager basically told me "move then". Do not rent here, it is WAY overpriced, the amenities are rarely in service, the pond is over grown with grass and not maintained. The pool is open sporadically and closed on Mondays for cleaning. Who closes a pool for cleaning for an entire day? Someone incapable of properly managing and scheduling maintenance, that is who. The management staff is incapable of proper dignified communication, management of maintenance, nor tenant retention. DO NOT RENT HERE. If 0 stars were an option it would get 0. If you rent here expect to be treated like you dont matter because you dont matter to them.

Property Manager at Sweetwater, Responded To This Review

We are disappointed to hear of your experience and look forward to addressing your concerns directly. Please contact us at the leasing office. Thank you!

10/13/20
Go anywhere else first.

Experienced nothing but complete incompetence from the office staff beginning on the move-in day, continuing well after moving out. Dirty unit upon move-in. Was told the pond was stocked yearly. I lived there for over a year, and they only added a couple of grass carp. Easily the worst experience I've had renting. The current 5 star rating on this site is nothing short of laughable. Maybe the quality of service used to be better, but at its current state, I can't recommend living here. Do yourself a favor and spend your money elsewhere.

Property Manager at Sweetwater, Responded To This Review

Hello Mr. Lenz- We are disappointed to hear that we fell short of your expectations as we hold ourselves to high standards. Please contact us at the leasing office if we can help in any way. Thank you. 251-967-5483.

3/10/20
Leave here about to move

The worse management always,apt has mold,they don’t fix the gym they offer,anything to get done in the apt takes about 1week or more when u want to talk to them they don’t care.looking for somenthing better or talk the tenants from the apt before u move in and get stock with them is waste money

Property Manager at Sweetwater, Responded To This Review

Hello, it's upsetting to hear that you did not receive the top-notch service we strive to provide. We wish you all the best in your next home!

10/1/19
Perfect location!

Less than 4 miles from the beach! Conveniently located between Highway 59 and the beach express!! I love that it’s pet friendly, has a dog park & is so affordable for being in so close to the beach !!

8/7/19
Bloodsucking leeches

These people will fine you for anything under the sun. They will do anything to squeeze an extra few cents. I got billed 1500 dollars for not giving them 30 day notice to move out but they didn't tell me I had to until the day after the deadline

Property Manager at Sweetwater, Responded To This Review

Hi Quinn, we never enjoy having to charge people with improper notice fees and understand that it can cause our resident financial burdens. However, we do have to follow our procedures to make sure we are abiding by Fair Housing Laws. Management provided you with your renewal notice as a reminder your lease was coming up for termination or renewal prior to the date notice would need to be given to Management. Sweetwater also allows for a 5 day grace period after the date notice should be given to avoid late fees as a courtesy to Residents. Unfortunately, even with the renewal notice, verbal reminders, and the 5 day grace period you failed to submit notice on time. We do wish you and your two roommates the very best in your future, Management.

5/16/19
Awesome! Awesome! Awesome!

My family and I loved Sweetwater!! It was close to a lot of the places we love and only a few minutes from the State park and Orange Beach! The community is lovely! We never had any complaints! If we didn't live in Birmingham now, Sweetwater would definitely be home to us!!

1/29/19
Keep looking

Pictures coming. Worst place I've ever lived. Maintenance men broke in TWICE to patio and broke tips off 4 fishing rods! Stepped out of shower naked to an electrician in my house that was suppose to have been there and done a week earlier! Moved in to find carpet covered in living ants, millions, which they solved by putting bug bombs off in all rooms.....when we should have been moving in. Garage directly next to my front door was rented out multiple times, great when you have such thin walls for that electric mess. Even better when a Harley is warming up in your living room, when it's not yours, I could smell the fumes. My favorite was the young guy who had all his buddies come and drink....at my front door with loud music...but it's his garage so it didn't matter I could hear every word or that as a single woman I couldn't step one foot out of my house without 12 drunk men cat calling in a foreign language .... that's how the apartment does it! You get to look forward to the office jumping out and forcing you to stop in the morning, whenever they feel like it, there's one exit and they take advantage of it! Regardless of telling them you are leaving and emailing corporate of the same, they will simply move the manger to another property or demote them and put someone else in; completely ignorant to the nonsense but equally excited to create their own! You also get to enjoy a dumpster as your main view, covered in bed bug ridden furniture and constantly overflowing with trash! Again, lots of photos to share but have been instructed to save them for now.

9/8/18
Goodness gracious this place is great

I’ve never had a problem living here. The office staff is very helpful and nice and the maintenance is quick on fixing stuff if you need it. I love living here

Property Manager at Sweetwater, Responded To This Review

Thank you so much for your awesome review! I will relay your great comments to our team. We are so happy we could make your experience here at Sweetwater a great one!

5/7/18
Best place I’ve ever rented from.

Great staff, great location. I’ve never had any sort of issue living here. The staff has always been super quick with my every need.

Property Manager at Sweetwater, Responded To This Review

Hi, we are so happy to read such a great review about Sweetwater Apartments!

5/7/18
Great place to call home

Friendly and helpful staff. Quiet community and well maintained. Highly recommend!

Property Manager at Sweetwater, Responded To This Review

Hi there, we are very happy to have provided you with such a positive experience!

3/24/18
Never a problem

My wife and I have been here over a year, very Pleased all the way a round they are always helpful and nice. We felt welcome from day one

Property Manager at Sweetwater, Responded To This Review

Hi there! We're so happy we were able to help you out!

12/7/17
SMALL TOWN BIG BEACH!

Love living here its a nice community. The apartments are good sized, its quiet and the neighbors are nice. Staff is very nice also. The beaches are huge, lots of great places to eat!

Property Manager at Sweetwater, Responded To This Review

Hello, thank you for your kind words and this wonderful review!

12/7/17
Beautiful

Overall this place is excellent. Love the apartment, huge patio! Love sitting on it listening to the fountain in the pond.

Property Manager at Sweetwater, Responded To This Review

Hi there, thank you so much for your positive comments about Sweetwater Apartments!

12/6/17
Great place

Loved living here, apartments are spacious beautiful ponds and landscaping. Office staff and maintenance are great! Best of all its close to the beach! I definitely recommend!

Property Manager at Sweetwater, Responded To This Review

Hi, we are very happy we could provide you with a positive experience!

12/6/17
Had a good experience.

I lived here for 8 years, absolutely had no issues. I would have stayed but we built a house. The staff is top notch, Robert the maintenance man has been here the entire time I lived there, he was very personable always went out of his way to greet you and ask how you were doing. The lady's in the office were always very nice and there to help with anything. Jessica I'd say is probably one of best managers they have had and I've seen a few come through. The apartments are very nice I hate to leave but it was time to move into my home.

Property Manager at Sweetwater, Responded To This Review

Hello, we're happy to hear you had such a positive experience with our team, thank you for your kind words and this wonderful review!

8/31/17
Good place

Hey people that have a plan to move and enjoy the beach during summer trip this is the place to be not ganna lie it's great down her in gulfshores al ya the traffic sucks but hey it's called a tourist town for a reason but the appartments are great I love my B2 floor plan and it is great. Never had a problem since the day I loved in but ya there was a little minor things but it wasn't to much to fuss over and everything now I'm ganna make this public o wait it already is and I know the owner is ganna read this and I just want to say if you use things in the appartment correctly and know the do's and donts in these appartments everything will be great for you and just think if you ever been to another complex that has a compactor and there's a botton to push to compact it well use it and it want get pilled up and I'm sorry if I offend some people but it is a great complex ya things go wrong and break in places no ones house is perfect and things break o well well that is what the maintance guys are for is here to fix the problems that go wrong and it takes time for the parts to come in its not like they have manic dust to say hey I want this here tomorrow no it don't work like that but it takes time for parts to come in and the maintance team that is there now is great about getting stuff to the appartments as soon as they come in so just be patient and they will get to you as soon as they can they also have other stuff to do like turn units for more wonderful people to move in so its not like their sitting on the butts doing nothing stuff gets done on the property so it's a really nice place to live and I love it I'm glad I found a good place to live and stick to it thank you guys for reading this and have a nice day

Property Manager at Sweetwater, Responded To This Review

Hi, Thank you for your review, I'm so pleased you enjoy living at our community, we work very hard to make sure residents receive personal attention, quick responses, and of course the best rental home possible. We greatly appreciate our residents! Thank you again for taking the time to let us know about your experience. Have a great day!

6/13/17
DO NOT RENT! STAY AWAY!

These ppl will con u anyway they can....when I arrived @ my new "luxury" apt I was greeted with dead bugs & spider webs at my front door. A toilet that rocks, stail rail that's hanging out of the wall along with the toilet paper holder. No microwave which was promised a week & 1/2 before I moved in. Stove eye needs to be replace...can only cook on 1 side of the pan...."new" carpet has fleas & I don't have animals. 2 out of 3 sinks leak with mold stains under kitchen sink. Shower heads spray everywhere but on ur body. Apt has very thin walls.....u can hear everything. Security lights are not replaced timely! Bushes & tress hang over sidewalks that u have to use to get to ur apt. They are not concerned with the safety of their tenants. My front door looks like it's already been broke into & barely locks. This is considered "luxury". Wish I could attach pics...would live to share my experience.

Property Manager at Sweetwater, Responded To This Review

Hi, we regret to hear that you had a negative experience with us, but would appreciate the chance to turn your experience around. Please call the Office at 251-967-5483, I look forward to hearing from you.

5/22/17
Horrible Ownership

I moved into these apartments in October 2014 and there were so many problems during the move-in evaluation that the girl showing me the apartment started crying and she couldn't get past the living room/kitchen area for the evaluation. Needless to say, there were many more problems that were never fixed and were reported to three different managers. I later received a bill for almost $300 after I moved out for "damages." I notified the manager that those damages were there when I first moved in and I sent her pictures with time/date stamps on two occasions. She stated that she would re-evaluate and notify me further. Unfortunately, I never heard back from anyone at the property and they sent a bill to collections after never notifying me of any further decision. I had moved here from 6 hours away and I did not have anywhere else to stay so I didn't have much of a choice at the time. I would NEVER recommend this property, mainly due to the management company and their inability to conduct business properly. I fought with the company for over a year before I gave up after I first moved in because it was obvious they did not care about their tenents. It is just a company that takes older properties and tries to flip them but doesn't want to put the money into the property or the staff to effectively manage the property.

Property Manager at Sweetwater, Responded To This Review

Hi, we regret to hear that you had this experience with us. I would like to discuss this matter with you, please feel free to give me call at 251-967-5483.

2/5/16
Disappointed

Unfortunately, because of my work circumstances I did not get to preview the unit I am in. I took the beautiful pictures on the website at face value. I do not believe this business represents themselves accurately. I see the above description says "hardwood floors". Peel and stick laminate is what the kitchen and bathrooms have to offer. There is so very little counter space in the kitchen and the electric coil range is the cheapest they can buy. Mine doesn't even sit level and pans slide off the tiny "large" burner. Everything is old and used up. Too old and used to be charging the rent rates they do. The landscaping is poor, there is dog business everywhere, and the trash is piled around the dumpster rather than in it on many many occasions. The pool looks dirty. There are unsupervised children. Mildew on the outside walls. Roaches and silverfish. They also neglect to mention that this property backs up to a small airport. I don't know how many hours I've had to listen to night landing qualifications. Luxury this place is not but they sure charge the rates as if they could hang with the nicer, newer places that have real amenities in the area.

8/25/15
At the beach

Great people, tanning bed, close to the beach, nice floor plans, wild life everywhere

8/24/15
Nice but definitely not "Luxury" Apartments

When we first moved to Sweetwater Apartments they were great. Top notch office staff, phenomenal landscaping and Johnny on the spot maintenance. After about a year and a half - office management changed and things have gone down hill since. We live in a jungle. The grass in our yard and around our building is rarely cut. The landscaping hasn't been properly done in almost 3 years. We have 5 foot tall weed trees. The grass regularly gets so tall that we can't even let our dogs out to potty without fear of them getting lost. The rent has gone up each time we've renewed our lease - and the current market rates are higher than neighboring apartment complexes that offer granite countertops, stainless appliances, free golf, tennis courts and state of the art fitness centers. Sweetwater offers formica counters, cheap linoleum floors and a "car care center" that consists of a water hose and a busted vacuum that you have to pay for. We have been actively looking for a new place and will be moving as soon as possible!

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