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Spice Creek

Updated 2026-08-23 · 1,344 reviewed · 419 listed · Scored from 338 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.8(338) 65 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Affordable & Section 8 HousingLuxury ApartmentsPet-Friendly Apartments
Spice Creek
Services
Affordable & Section 8 Housing, Luxury Apartments, Pet-Friendly Apartments
Reviews
338

What Residents Say

Staff like Luis, Amber, and Larissa respond quickly to repair requests and move-ins, creating a welcoming environment. However, serious issues persist: roaches, surprise rent hikes buried in fees, and rejected applications despite strong credit. The neighborhood is quiet but past reviews mention noise concerns.

Pricing starts at $710 for renovated 1-beds and $915 for 2-beds, with a pet-friendly policy and near a gas station and laundromat. The building quality varies block to block. Choose this place only if maintenance responsiveness matters more than assurance against pests and fee surprises.

Praised for
  • responsive and helpful staff
  • quick maintenance service
  • friendly leasing team
  • affordable pricing
  • clean and spacious units
Watch-outs
  • roach infestation
  • hidden fees and rent increases
  • inconsistent maintenance quality
  • questionable rental screening
  • new parking fees for guests
friendly-staffquick-maintenanceclean-facilitiespest-problemshidden-feesresponsive-management
Best for: renters who prioritize responsive maintenance and staff friendliness over pristine condition
Think twice if: you are concerned about pest control, want clarity on all fees upfront, or need guaranteed noise isolation

What This Community Gets Right

  • quick maintenance response from named technicians
  • welcoming staff during leasing
  • pet-friendly with bark park
  • starting at $710/month

Before You Tour

  • Luis, maintenance technician, praised for quick repairs and responsiveness
  • Amber and Larissa, leasing staff, noted for helpfulness during move-in
  • James, maintenance technician, mentioned as quick on work orders
  • Maintenance praised as '100/10' by long-term resident; same role criticized as 'horrible' by another
  • New guest parking system now charges hourly for visitors
  • Application fee noted as non-refundable

Maintenance, Management & More

Pet-Friendly Apartments
Pet-friendly community with bark park praised; no complaints about pet policies mentioned
Affordable & Section 8 Housing
Pricing under $1000 for 1-2 beds attracts renters; hidden fees and rent hikes undermine value

Compared to Nearby Communities

  • Rated 3.8 against a 3.61 average across the 115 affordable & section 8 housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 89% of the businesses in this directory.

How This Score Was Calculated

How We Score
Star rating 20
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Scores by Category

5
207
4
27
3
15
2
20
1
69

Common Renter Questions

What is the starting rent?
Renovated 1-bedrooms start at $760 and 2-bedrooms at $915. Older 1-beds start at $710. Reviewers report rent increases and hidden fees, so confirm all costs before signing.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, Spice Creek is pet-friendly with a bark park on-site. No negative reviews about pet policies.
How fast do maintenance repairs happen?
Multiple reviewers praise technicians like Luis and James for quick responses. One resident gave maintenance a '100/10' rating after nearly two years.

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Last updated 2026-08-23