Somerset Oceanside Apartments — Resident Reviews, Pros & Cons
Okaloosa Island, Santa Rosa Blvd (beachfront), Fort Walton Beach, FL · What renters actually say about living here, distilled from public reviews. Updated Jul 2026.
Neighborhood
Okaloosa Island, Santa Rosa Blvd (beachfront)
Address
940 Santa Rosa Blvd, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Floor plans
1-2 BR
Advertised rents
$1,850-$2,300 (as of 2026-07, per public listings)
Year built
1975
Pet friendly
Yes
Website
What residents like
- ✓Direct private boardwalk and beach access is the standout feature for beach-lifestyle renters
- ✓Waterfront courtyards with grills and fire pits create a resort-like feel
- ✓On-site management praised for maintaining the grounds
- ✓Pest control included in rent
Common complaints
- ✕As an older (1975) beachfront property, unit interiors and finishes vary by renovation status
- ✕Strict pet policies (breed/weight limits, mandatory DNA-based pet registration) may be a hurdle for some pet owners
Our take
Somerset Oceanside Apartments is a beachfront community on Okaloosa Island with rare private boardwalk access to the Gulf, making it one of the most sought-after rental addresses in Fort Walton Beach. It suits renters prioritizing a beach lifestyle over brand-new finishes, and carries a strong overall reputation among residents.
Amenities
Private beach access & boardwalkPool24-hour fitness centerCabanaSundeckKayak/paddleboard storageCharcoal grills & fire pitsWalk-in closetsGranite countertops (select 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.
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