The Brady at Tampa Palms — Resident Reviews, Pros & Cons
Tampa Palms, Tampa, FL · What renters actually say about living here, distilled from public reviews. Updated Jul 2026.
Neighborhood
Tampa Palms
Address
5100 Live Oaks Blvd, Tampa, FL 33647
Floor plans
1BR–3BR
Advertised rents
From ~$1,220 (as of 2026-07, per public listings)
Year built
1986
Website
What residents like
- ✓Reviewers like the unusually deep amenity package, especially the four pools
- ✓Renovated units and townhome-style layouts are seen as good value for Tampa Palms
- ✓Lake views and mature landscaping come up as highlights
- ✓Entry pricing runs below most neighboring Tampa Palms communities
Common complaints
- ✕A recurring complaint is unresponsive office staff and slow work-order turnaround
- ✕Some residents report mold and water-heater problems in older units
- ✕Reviewers have criticized grounds upkeep in parts of the property
- ✕The complex carries a lower overall rating than nearby competitors
Our take
One of Tampa Palms' original mid-1980s communities, since renovated and repositioned as a value option with an oversized amenity list. It suits budget-focused renters who want the Tampa Palms address and pools, but its reviews trail the neighborhood's top-rated properties on management responsiveness.
Amenities
Four pools including zen-garden fountain pool24/7 fitness centerClubhouse with grilling stationsLighted basketball and tennis courtsLakefront viewsScreened patiosTownhome-style floor plans
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.