MacAlpine Place — Resident Reviews, Pros & Cons
South Dunedin, Dunedin, FL · What renters actually say about living here, distilled from public reviews. Updated Jul 2026.
Neighborhood
South Dunedin
Address
152 Macalpine Way, Dunedin, FL 34698
Floor plans
1-3 BR
Advertised rents
$1,305-$1,942 (as of 2026-07, per public listings)
Year built
2001
Pet friendly
Yes
Website
What residents like
- ✓Managed by UDR, a large national apartment REIT, which brings more resources for upkeep and resident services (a resident app, moving-service partnerships, deposit-alternative programs) than a small independent landlord
- ✓Spread across 52 acres with a genuine variety of layouts, including townhome-style units with lofts and attached garages, uncommon at this price point
- ✓Units have been progressively updated with multiple finish packages (quartz counters, subway tile, black or white appliances), so newer-renovated units look noticeably different from original ones
- ✓Close to both Gulf beaches and downtown Dunedin's Main Street corridor
Common complaints
- ✕Being a large, 478-unit community, the property has a wide range of unit vintages — ask specifically whether the unit you're shown has been through a recent renovation
- ✕Bigger community size means more shared use of amenities like the pool and fitness center during peak times
Our take
A large, professionally managed community spread across 52 acres near downtown Dunedin and the Gulf beaches, notable for its townhome-with-loft options and an ongoing unit-renovation program. Worth confirming which finish package a specific unit has before signing, given how much variation exists across 478 units.
Amenities
Resort-style pools24-hour fitness centerGame roomBilliardsFire pitOutdoor kitchensEV chargingScreened-in patios (select units)Bus stop accessLake and pool view units
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.