Plantation Colony Apartment Homes — Resident Reviews, Pros & Cons
Central Plantation, near SW 12th St & University Dr, Plantation, FL · What renters actually say about living here, distilled from public reviews. Updated Jul 2026.
Neighborhood
Central Plantation, near SW 12th St & University Dr
Address
8210 SW 12th St, Plantation, FL 33324
Floor plans
1-2 BR
Advertised rents
$2,009-$2,934 (as of 2026-07, per public listings)
Year built
1989
Pet friendly
Yes
What residents like
- ✓Reviewers frequently describe the on-site staff as helpful, friendly, and responsive
- ✓The family-oriented amenities (tot lot, tennis courts, top-rated school zoning) are cited as a draw for families with children
Common complaints
- ✕Common complaints include aging appliances and dated unit finishes relative to the rent charged
- ✕Reviewers report frustration with rent increases at lease renewal without corresponding unit upgrades
Our take
Plantation Colony is an established, family-oriented garden-style community in central Plantation zoned for well-regarded schools. It's well suited to families and renters prioritizing amenities like tennis courts and a pet wash, though reviewers note the 1989-built units show their age relative to current rents.
Amenities
Zoned for A-rated schoolsResort-style pool and lounging areaTennis courtsTot lot / playground24-hour fitness centerPet wash stationCar care facility
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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