Marela Apartments Reviews: Pros, Cons & Rent

Pembroke Falls · Pembroke Pines, FL · Resident feedback distilled from public reviews. Research updated Jul 2026.

Quick take on Marela Apartments

Marela fits renters who want larger one- to three-bedroom homes and resort-style amenities in western Pembroke Pines. The community offers substantial space and recreation, but applicants should compare renovated versus classic units and obtain a complete fee sheet.

Neighborhood
Pembroke Falls
Address
250 NW 130th Ave, Pembroke Pines, FL 33028
Floor plans
1-3
Advertised rents
$1,968-$3,498 (as of 2026-07, per public listings)
Year built
1998
Pet friendly
Yes
Website
Map

What residents like

  • Public feedback and community descriptions consistently emphasize generous apartment sizes.
  • Residents value the multiple pools and broad recreation package.
  • The western Pembroke Pines location is convenient for shopping and parks.

Common complaints

  • Reviewers report that older buildings can show wear despite renovated interiors.
  • Common complaints include variable maintenance follow-through and gate or access issues.
  • Reviewers report that prospective renters should note the sizable application, administration, and pet charges shown on public listings.

Amenities

three poolsfitness centerlighted tennis courtsaunaspaclubhousebusiness centercontrolled accesscar-wash area

The nitty-gritty

These details come from public property materials and listings available at research time. Fees, parking rules and utility packages can change, so request the complete lease-cost sheet before applying.

Parking
On-site parking is available, but public sources did not verify included-space limits or guest rules.
Recurring fees
Utilities are not included; other mandatory recurring charges were not fully published.
Application fees
Public listing showed approximately $125 per applicant and a $325 administrative charge.
Deposit
Public floor-plan listings showed a $500 deposit; confirm qualification-based variations.
Utilities
Not included according to a major public listing.
Pet details
Pet-friendly with up to two pets; public listing showed a one-time fee per pet. Confirm species, breed, and weight restrictions.
Transit & commute
Car-oriented location near Pines Boulevard, I-75, Pembroke Lakes Mall, and C.B. Smith Park.
Noise context
Three pools and active amenities can create localized activity noise; compare courtyard-facing and perimeter units.
Flood & storm notes
No property-specific flood history was verified. Ask about first-floor drainage, window protection, and hurricane procedures.
Unit features
in-unit washer and dryer; private patio; gourmet-style kitchen in renovated homes; walk-in closets
Research transparency

We cross-check property information and summarize recurring public resident feedback. A missing detail means we could not verify it reliably—not that the fee, rule or feature does not exist.

Questions to ask when you tour Marela Apartments

Use these questions to verify current conditions and investigate the trade-offs surfaced by public resident feedback.

  • What is the exact monthly total after every mandatory fee, utility package and service charge?
  • Can I see the specific available unit—not only the model—and receive the quoted price in writing?
  • How does guest parking work, and what rules can lead to towing?
  • Who handles after-hours maintenance emergencies, and what response time is promised in the lease?
  • How often has the access gate or controlled-entry system been unavailable during the past year?
  • Where are packages stored, what happens after hours, and are locker or concierge fees mandatory?
  • Which advertised amenities are currently open, what are their hours, and is access included in base rent?
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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