Spectra at Tamarac — Resident Reviews, Pros & Cons
Woodmont, off NW 61st St near University Dr, Tamarac, FL · What renters actually say about living here, distilled from public reviews. Updated Jul 2026.
Neighborhood
Woodmont, off NW 61st St near University Dr
Address
8650 NW 61st St, Tamarac, FL 33321
Floor plans
1-2 BR
Advertised rents
$1,593-$2,391 (as of 2026-07, per public listings)
Year built
1987
Pet friendly
No
Website
What residents like
- ✓Below-average rent for the Tamarac market given the unit sizes offered
- ✓Wide amenity list for an older property, including a spa and playground
- ✓Community-wide WiFi included
- ✓Renovated units available with in-unit washer/dryer
Common complaints
- ✕Built in 1987, so some reviewers describe unit finishes as dated compared to newer Tamarac communities
- ✕Does not allow pets, which limits the renter pool
- ✕Elevator access is only available in select buildings
Our take
Spectra at Tamarac is an older (1987), value-priced mid-rise community with a surprisingly deep amenity list for its price point, including a spa and playground. It's best suited to budget-conscious renters who don't need to bring pets.
Amenities
PoolFitness CenterElevatorPlaygroundHot Tub/SpaGame RoomSundeckGrillPicnic AreaPondBusiness CenterCommunity WiFi
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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