Ernie Martin Villas — Resident Reviews, Pros & Cons
North Miami Gardens, near NW 14th Place and NW 215th St, Miami Gardens, FL · What renters actually say about living here, distilled from public reviews. Updated Jul 2026.
Neighborhood
North Miami Gardens, near NW 14th Place and NW 215th St
Address
21100 NW 14th Place, Miami Gardens, FL 33169
Floor plans
1-3 BR
Year built
2003
Website
What residents like
- ✓Recently completed a nearly $47 million renovation as part of a preservation effort for affordable housing
- ✓Residents cite added gating and on-site security as a meaningful safety improvement
- ✓Spans over 20 acres with nine buildings, giving a lower-density, garden-style feel
- ✓Staff described by some residents as professional and attentive to resident needs
Common complaints
- ✕Some residents report difficult experiences with management around lease renewals, including allegations of non-renewal disputes
- ✕A portion of reviews describe frustrating move-in/move-out processes and inconsistent communication from the office
Our take
Ernie Martin Villas is a large, income-restricted affordable housing community that underwent a major renovation completed in the mid-2020s, named for longtime housing advocate Dr. Ernest Martin. It suits budget-conscious renters and families, with a reputation that residents describe as much improved post-renovation, though management-related complaints still surface in reviews.
Amenities
Resort-style swimming poolFitness centerPlaygroundPicnic areas with grillsClubhouseGated community
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.
Compare nearby communities
Advenir at Walden Lake
Andover area, near NW 214th St and Walden Lake · 1-3 BR
The Pomelo
Carol City area, near NW 27th Ave and NW 192nd St · 1-3 BR
Crossings at University
Leslie Estates area, near NW 27th Ave and NW 187th St · 1-3 BR
Oak Enclave
Near NW 167th St and NW 22nd Ave · 1-3 BR
All Miami Gardens apartment reviews → Home services in Miami Gardens → Florida cost of living →