Lincoln Shores Apartments Reviews: Pros, Cons & Rent

Gateway / Brighton Bay · St. Petersburg, FL · Resident feedback distilled from public reviews. Research updated Jul 2026.

Quick take on Lincoln Shores Apartments

Lincoln Shores is one of the largest established communities in north St. Petersburg, with extensive lakefront grounds and several pools. Reviews are strongest for landscaping, location, and responsive maintenance, but the exact unit's renovation level, moisture history, and nearby parking supply can materially change the experience.

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Neighborhood
Gateway / Brighton Bay
Address
11601 4th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33716
Floor plans
1-2
Advertised rents
$1,271-$1,920 (as of 2026-07, per public listings)
Year built
1984
Pet friendly
Yes
Website
Map

What residents like

  • Residents regularly praise the lakeside landscaping, mature trees, pools, and generally peaceful setting.
  • Positive feedback frequently credits maintenance staff with prompt and courteous service.
  • Reviewers appreciate the location for airport, Tampa, downtown St. Petersburg, and bridge access.
  • Many residents value the range of floor plans and comparatively attainable Gateway rents.

Common complaints

  • Reviewers report that apartment condition varies, especially between renovated and older homes.
  • Common resident complaints include broken gates, limited parking in some sections, and numerous speed bumps.
  • Some reviewers report water intrusion, pests, or aging appliances and recommend documenting move-in condition carefully.
  • Reviewers mention occasional trash, door-slamming, and neighbor-noise issues.

Amenities

three poolsfitness centerbusiness centertennis courtslakefront walking areaspicnic and grilling areas

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
Ample surface parking is advertised, but resident feedback says availability differs by section; confirm guest registration and towing procedures.
Pet details
Pet-friendly; current limits, restricted breeds, and charges should be verified.
Transit & commute
Close to 4th Street North, I-275, Gandy Boulevard, and both major airports; most errands remain car-oriented.
Noise context
Ask about parking-lot, dumpster, laundry-room, and upstairs-neighbor exposure for the specific building.
Unit features
patio or balcony; walk-in closets; dishwasher; select updated interiors; select extra storage
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 Lincoln Shores 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?
  • Which units are least exposed to road, rail, aircraft, amenity or nightlife noise?
  • How often has the access gate or controlled-entry system been unavailable during the past year?
  • Is pest control included, how often is it performed, and how are repeat issues escalated?
  • Has this unit had moisture, leak or mold remediation, and may I inspect the HVAC closet and window seals?
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