Element Apartments: Rent, Trade-offs & Resident Feedback
Downtown Tampa (Arts District) · Tampa, FL · Our summary of recurring themes in public resident feedback, plus property details and advertised rent. Updated Jul 2026.
Quick take on Element
A 34-story, 395-unit tower from 2009 that remains one of downtown Tampa's tallest rental buildings. It suits view-driven renters who value an established address near the Riverwalk over brand-new finishes. Reviews praise staff and location while consistently dinging elevators and parking enforcement.
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What residents like
- ✓Sweeping river and skyline views are the most-mentioned selling point
- ✓Concierge and maintenance staff earn warm, named praise from long-term residents
- ✓Walkability to the Riverwalk, Curtis Hixon Park and Arts District venues is a constant plus
- ✓Units are described as spacious and light-filled
Common complaints
- ✕Reviewers report frequent elevator outages and long waits for a building this tall
- ✕Common complaints include unenforced resident parking and only a handful of guest spaces
- ✕Some residents cite weak sound insulation and smoke odors traveling between units
Resident reviews of Element
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Questions to ask when you tour Element
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- 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?
- How many elevators serve this building, and what is the repair and move-in reservation process?
- Which advertised amenities are currently open, what are their hours, and is access included in base rent?
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