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Sunset Cove — Resident Reviews, Pros & Cons

Treasure Island, Treasure Island, FL · What renters actually say about living here, distilled from public reviews. Updated Jul 2026.

Address
8565 W Gulf Blvd, Treasure Island, FL 33706
Floor plans
Studio-1 BR
Advertised rents
$1,800-$3,000 (as of 2026-07, per public listings)
Year built
1972
Pet friendly
No
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What residents like

  • ✓Low-rise, 2-story layout means no elevator wait and easier beach access
  • ✓On-site pool and grill area support a laid-back, resort-style routine
  • ✓24-hour building access is convenient for shift workers or frequent travelers

Common complaints

  • ✕Units run small, with some studios and 1-bedrooms under 500 square feet, limiting it mainly to singles or couples
  • ✕Gulf Blvd frontage means more foot and vehicle traffic than buildings set back on side streets
  • ✕Like most of the island's condo-rental stock, insurance and HOA cost pass-throughs from individual owners can push rents up seasonally

Our take

Sunset Cove is a low-rise, 60-unit condo building from 1972 known for compact, efficient studio and one-bedroom units and an easy-access pool deck. It's a solid pick for renters who want small-scale beach living within walking distance of Gulf Blvd shops, though space is tight for anyone needing more than a one-bedroom.

Amenities

24-hour accessPoolLaundry facilitiesGrillCeiling fans
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.

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