The Lakes at Deerfield — Resident Reviews, Pros & Cons
Off S. Military Trail near Sample Road, close to I-95 and the Sawgrass Expressway, Deerfield Beach, FL · What renters actually say about living here, distilled from public reviews. Updated Jul 2026.
Neighborhood
Off S. Military Trail near Sample Road, close to I-95 and the Sawgrass Expressway
Address
1100 S Military Trl, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
Floor plans
1-3 BR
Advertised rents
$1,950-$2,800 (as of 2026-07, per public listings)
Year built
1995
Pet friendly
Yes
Website
What residents like
- ✓Gated garden-style layout with a resort-style pool, spa, and tennis court
- ✓Spacious 1-3 bedroom floor plans with high ceilings and in-unit laundry
- ✓Convenient location just off I-95 and the Sawgrass Expressway
- ✓Close to Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton shopping and dining
Common complaints
- ✕Reviewers report a difficult-to-reach leasing office and inconsistent phone availability
- ✕Some residents describe safety concerns, including vehicle break-ins and theft
- ✕Common complaints include delayed pest-control follow-through and slow maintenance turnaround
- ✕A portion of reviews cite steep rent increases at lease renewal
Our take
A gated, mid-1990s garden community off Military Trail popular for its pool, spa, and tennis court amenities and easy highway access. It suits renters prioritizing resort-style extras and space, though a cluster of recent reviews flags management responsiveness and security as recurring concerns worth asking about before signing.
Amenities
Gated entryPoolSpaTennis courtVolleyball courtFitness centerClubhouseBusiness centerCabana/grill areaWasher/dryer in unitWalk-in closets
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.
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