Carrollwood Station — Resident Reviews, Pros & Cons
Carrollwood, Tampa, FL · What renters actually say about living here, distilled from public reviews. Updated Jul 2026.
Neighborhood
Carrollwood
Address
8781 White Swan Dr, Tampa, FL 33614
Floor plans
1BR–2BR
Advertised rents
$1,309–$1,800 (as of 2026-07, per public listings)
Year built
1984
Pet friendly
Yes
Website
What residents like
- ✓Residents describe a quiet, laid-back, family-friendly atmosphere
- ✓In-unit washers and dryers in every home are a frequently cited plus
- ✓Office staff earn regular praise for friendliness
- ✓Water views and mature landscaping give the property a settled feel
Common complaints
- ✕Reviewers report dated units and cleanliness issues at some move-ins
- ✕Ongoing pest problems appear in multiple reviews
- ✕Complaints about amenity upkeep, including the gym and business center
- ✕Noise from upstairs neighbors and communal areas is a recurring theme
- ✕Some mention parking-lot flooding after heavy rain
Our take
A 1980s garden-style community offering some of Carrollwood's lower entry rents with in-unit laundry throughout. It draws value-minded renters and pet owners, with reviews split between praise for the relaxed community feel and frustration over aging buildings.
Amenities
Resort-style pool and sundeckFire pit and grilling stationsFitness centerPet spaFenced dog park with agility equipmentIn-unit washer/dryerScreened patiosVaulted ceilingsWater views
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.