Naranja Apartment Complexes — Pros & Cons From Real Resident Reviews
3 communities reviewed · Updated Jul 2026
Naranja is a fast-growing unincorporated community in south Miami-Dade County, roughly 25 miles southwest of downtown Miami between Princeton and Leisure City. Its population nearly doubled between 2010 and 2020, and it has a small but genuine cluster of apartment communities along US-1 and the surrounding SW streets.
As of mid-2026, one-bedroom rents in Naranja generally start in the $1,150-$1,650 range depending on the community, with South Florida's broader affordability squeeze pushing prices here noticeably higher than they were just a few years ago.
Quick comparison
| Complex | Neighborhood | Beds | Advertised rents | Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Joya Apartments | 1-2 BR | $1,186+ | — | |
| South Pointe Apartments | 1-2 BR | $1,749+ | — | |
| The Avenue at Naranja | 1-3 BR | $1,650+ | — |
Rents are approximate, from public listings at review time — confirm with the property.
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Florida renter essentials
Renters insurance is not optional here. Most Florida leases require it, and standard policies do NOT cover flood damage — that needs a separate flood policy, even in an apartment. Before signing, look up the building's flood zone on FEMA's flood map service and ask which evacuation zone it sits in.
Ask about the real monthly cost. The most common complaint in Florida apartment reviews isn't noise — it's fee stacking: valet trash, common-area electric, mandatory bulk internet, pest control, admin and tech fees. Get the full itemized monthly figure in writing before you apply.
Tour with the AC running and ask about hurricanes. Humidity control is the difference between a fine unit and a moldy one; ask how old the AC is. And ask directly how the building handled the last major storm — communities that performed well say so happily, and reviewers call out the ones that didn't.
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