Cortland Bowery — Resident Reviews, Pros & Cons
South Tampa (Westshore Marina District), Tampa, FL · What renters actually say about living here, distilled from public reviews. Updated Jul 2026.
Neighborhood
South Tampa (Westshore Marina District)
Address
6301 S West Shore Blvd, Tampa, FL 33616
Floor plans
Studio–2BR
Advertised rents
From ~$1,500 (as of 2026-07, per public listings)
Year built
1987
Pet friendly
Yes
Website
What residents like
- ✓Reviewers repeatedly praise the bayfront sunset views and outdoor spaces
- ✓The renovated two-story gym is a frequent highlight
- ✓Maintenance scores strongly in renter surveys for speed and effectiveness
- ✓At 608 units with studio options, it offers some of the lowest entry pricing in South Tampa's waterfront zone
Common complaints
- ✕Some long-term residents feel renovation-driven rent increases have outpaced the value delivered
- ✕Reviewers report hit-or-miss office service compared to the maintenance team
- ✕The 1987-vintage buildings draw occasional complaints about dated elements despite updates
Our take
A large 1980s-built waterfront community heavily renovated under Cortland, sitting beside the new Westshore Marina District dining and retail. It trades new-construction polish for bay views, big-community amenities and comparatively accessible pricing. A practical choice for renters wanting South Tampa water access without luxury-tower rents.
Amenities
Two-story 24/7 fitness center with yoga/spin studioMultiple poolsWaterfront sunset viewsWalk-in closetsPrivate patios and balconiesPet friendly (80 lb limit, breed restrictions)
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.