Newport Square Apartments — Resident Reviews, Pros & Cons
Near Uptown Station, Forsman Cir NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL · What renters actually say about living here, distilled from public reviews. Updated Jul 2026.
Neighborhood
Near Uptown Station, Forsman Cir NW
Address
1 Forsman Cir NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Floor plans
1-3 BR
Advertised rents
$1,220-$1,380 (as of 2026-07, per public listings)
Year built
1964
Pet friendly
Yes
What residents like
- ✓Walking distance to a Publix and Starbucks
- ✓Budget-friendly rents among the lowest in the city for multi-bedroom units
- ✓Recently updated kitchens (new cabinetry and appliances) noted in the property description
- ✓Quiet, tree-shaded setting
Common complaints
- ✕As an older (1964) property, the complex is smaller with fewer on-site amenities than newer competitors
- ✕Public review volume is limited, making it harder to independently verify day-to-day management quality
Our take
Newport Square Apartments is a modestly sized, budget-friendly community near Uptown Station in Fort Walton Beach, appealing to renters who prioritize affordability and walkability to everyday shopping over resort-style amenities. Limited public reviews mean it's worth an in-person visit to confirm current condition and management responsiveness.
Amenities
Fitness centerSundeckOn-site laundryIn-unit washer/dryerLandscaped, tree-shaded grounds
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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