The Darley — Resident Reviews, Pros & Cons
Southwest Ocala near SW 54th Street Road and SW 60th Avenue, Ocala, FL · What renters actually say about living here, distilled from public reviews. Updated Jul 2026.
Neighborhood
Southwest Ocala near SW 54th Street Road and SW 60th Avenue
Address
4535 SW 54th Street Rd, Ocala, FL 34474
Floor plans
1-3 BR
Advertised rents
$1,445-$1,939 (as of 2026-07, per public listings)
Pet friendly
Yes
Website
What residents like
- ✓Brand-new community recognized industry-wide as a standout 2026 lease-up for operational performance
- ✓Extensive modern amenity package including pickleball and co-working space
- ✓Every unit includes a full-size washer/dryer and private patio or balcony
- ✓EV charging and a dedicated dog wash station appeal to modern renters
Common complaints
- ✕As a newly leased-up property, independent resident reviews remain limited on major platforms
- ✕Being new construction, renters should expect premium pricing versus older southwest Ocala stock
Our take
The Darley is a newly built, amenity-rich community in southwest Ocala that was recognized industry-wide as a standout 2026 lease-up. It targets renters seeking the newest finishes and extras like pickleball and co-working space, though independent resident reviews remain limited given its recent opening.
Amenities
24-hour fitness club with HIIT equipmentCo-working spacesResort-style saltwater poolPickleball courtDog wash station and enclosed dog parkEV charging stationsFull-size washer/dryer in every unitClubhouse with billiards and cafe
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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