MAA Hyde Park — Resident Reviews, Pros & Cons
Hyde Park, Tampa, FL · What renters actually say about living here, distilled from public reviews. Updated Jul 2026.
Neighborhood
Hyde Park
Address
502 S Fremont Ave, Tampa, FL 33606
Floor plans
1BR–3BR
Advertised rents
From ~$2,000 (as of 2026-07, per public listings)
Year built
1994
Pet friendly
Yes
Website
What residents like
- ✓Residents consistently praise the location in one of South Tampa's most walkable and desirable neighborhoods
- ✓Maintenance is frequently described as fast and accommodating
- ✓Grounds and landscaping earn high marks, with the community kept clean and attractive
- ✓Large garden-style layout feels less dense than newer mid-rise towers
Common complaints
- ✕Parking is a recurring complaint, with residents reporting spots are hard to find after dark, especially during the University of Tampa school year
- ✕Multiple reviewers say entry and pedestrian gates are frequently broken or left open, raising security concerns
- ✕Some residents report pest problems, including a termite issue
- ✕Reviewers near the expressway mention traffic noise carrying into units
Our take
A large 1990s-built garden community renovated under MAA ownership, prized mainly for its Hyde Park address a short walk from Hyde Park Village and Bayshore Boulevard. Reviews skew positive on maintenance and grounds but flag parking and gate security as persistent friction points. Best for renters who value neighborhood over brand-new construction.
Amenities
Two swimming poolsRemodeled clubhouseFitness centerDog parksEV charging stationsOn-site car care centerScreened porchesGated entry
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.