Bell Kendall West — Resident Reviews, Pros & Cons
Kendall West, Kendall West, FL · What renters actually say about living here, distilled from public reviews. Updated Jul 2026.
Address
8485 Hammocks Blvd, Kendall West, FL 33196
Floor plans
1-3 BR
Advertised rents
$2,045-$3,720 (as of 2026-07, per public listings)
Year built
2012
Pet friendly
Yes
Website
What residents like
- ✓Newer 2012 construction with a full resort-style amenity package including a spin studio and dog park
- ✓Located next to Kendall Green Park, giving residents easy access to green space and walking trails
- ✓Family-friendly West Kendall location with access to well-regarded area schools
Common complaints
- ✕Premium pricing compared to older nearby communities, especially for larger 3-bedroom units
- ✕Car-dependent location typical of West Kendall with limited transit options
- ✕Distance from Miami's urban core means a longer commute for downtown or Brickell workers
Our take
Bell Kendall West is a newer (2012), upscale garden-style community offering 1-3 bedroom apartments with a full resort-style amenity package, situated beside Kendall Green Park in the Kendall West CDP. It commands some of the higher rents in the immediate area in exchange for newer construction and amenities.
Amenities
Resort-style pool with cabanasFitness center and spin studioDog parkWalking trailsGrassy common areas next to Kendall Green Park
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.