Madison Waterford Lakes — Resident Reviews, Pros & Cons
Waterford Lakes, Alafaya, FL · What renters actually say about living here, distilled from public reviews. Updated Jul 2026.
Neighborhood
Waterford Lakes
Address
12000 Bryonia Rd, Alafaya, FL 32826
Floor plans
1-3 BR
Advertised rents
$1,800-$2,800 (as of 2026-07, per public listings)
Year built
2023
Pet friendly
Yes
Website
What residents like
- ✓Newest build in the area (2023) with modern finishes like quartz counters and large closets
- ✓Residents highlight an excellent location close to Waterford Lakes shopping and dining
- ✓Regular resident events (food trucks, clubhouse gatherings) build community feel
Common complaints
- ✕Several reviewers report construction-quality issues including plumbing problems and thin walls
- ✕Some complaints about pest control and inconsistent grounds upkeep
- ✕A few residents describe leasing-office professionalism as inconsistent
Our take
Madison Waterford Lakes is a brand-new (2023) upscale apartment community in the Waterford Lakes section of Alafaya, offering spacious modern floor plans and strong amenities. Reviews are split between renters who love the finishes and location and others who report build-quality and maintenance frustrations typical of a newly opened property.
Amenities
PoolFitness centerDog parkChef-style kitchen islandsQuartz countertops
About these pros & cons
How we build these pages: we read publicly available resident reviews (Google, ApartmentRatings, Yelp, Reddit and similar) for each community and summarize the recurring themes in our own words. We don't copy review text, we don't display star ratings we didn't compute, and no complex has paid to appear or to have anything removed. Cons reflect what residents report — experiences vary. Rent ranges come from public listings and change often; always confirm current pricing, fees and policies with the property directly.