The Charles Florida — Resident Reviews, Pros & Cons
Mattie Kelly Blvd corridor, near Destin Commons, Destin, FL · What renters actually say about living here, distilled from public reviews. Updated Jul 2026.
Neighborhood
Mattie Kelly Blvd corridor, near Destin Commons
Address
160 S Mattie M Kelly Blvd, Destin, FL 32541
Floor plans
1-3 BR
Advertised rents
$1,759-$4,609 (as of 2026-07, per public listings)
Year built
2021
Pet friendly
Yes
What residents like
- ✓Newest large-scale apartment community in Destin (built 2021), with modern finishes like granite counters, hardwood-look flooring, and smart-home technology
- ✓Resort-style pool, fitness center, and clubhouse/game room
- ✓Close proximity to Henderson Beach State Park and Destin Commons shopping and dining
- ✓Smaller, boutique-scale property (192 units) that some renters may prefer over larger complexes
Common complaints
- ✕As a newer property, verified public renter reviews remain sparse, making it difficult to confirm a long-term track record
- ✕No in-unit laundry included as a standard unit feature, per the property's own listing FAQ
- ✕Car-dependent location (Walk Score in the 40s) where errands generally require a vehicle
- ✕Numerous recurring monthly fees beyond base rent (trash, pest control, smart-home service, utility admin) add up over a lease term
Our take
The Charles Florida is Destin's newest large apartment community, built in 2021 along the Mattie Kelly Blvd corridor near Destin Commons. It suits renters who want modern finishes and resort-style amenities in a smaller-scale community, though its recent opening means there isn't yet a long public review history to evaluate.
Amenities
PoolFitness CenterClubhouseBusiness CenterWalk-In ClosetsHardwood FloorsGranite CountertopsGrillPicnic AreaSmart Home TechnologyBalcony/Patio
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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