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The Carmen Apartments

Updated 2026-08-23 · 3,566 reviewed · 599 listed · Scored from 190 Google reviews · How we rank ›

2.7(190) 59 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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The Carmen Apartments
Services
Luxury Apartments, Townhome-Style Apartment Communities
Reviews
190

The real story

Tenants split sharply on The Carmen. Loyal residents praise named staff like Menshayla and maintenance crews who respond quickly and treat people well; some have lived here over a decade. But newer or shorter-stay residents report months-long waits on critical repairs, unresolved pest and mold issues despite paying for services, and a front office that often doesn't answer. One tenant left while pregnant due to unaddressed apartment problems; another notes water shut-offs without refunds and accessibility barriers for wheelchairs.

Praised for
  • staff responsiveness and kindness
  • maintenance shows up quickly
  • long-term tenants stay loyal
  • willing to accommodate special requests
Watch-outs
  • maintenance issues not fixed for months
  • pest control paid but infestation persists
  • water shut-offs without compensation
  • poor accessibility for wheelchairs
  • front desk unresponsive
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Best for: Long-term residents who build relationships with staff; budget-conscious tenants comfortable with trade-offs.
Think twice if: Pest and water issues plague many units; repairs often stall for months; front office frequently unavailable; not wheelchair accessible.

Where it delivers

  • Named staff genuinely engage with residents
  • Maintenance responds same-day or next-day when staff know you
  • Pet-friendly with outdoor amenities

What to ask before signing

  • Named staff: Menshayla, Shandy, Michaela Byman, Richard (maintenance), Ms. Shayla, Ms. Saleen deliver consistent praise
  • Maintenance responds same-day or next-day for known residents
  • One tenant lived 20+ years; others report 5+ year tenure
  • Water shut-offs reported without compensation
  • Pest control paid monthly but infestations recur (roaches, ants)
  • AC unit leaks unresolved for months; mold at move-in noted
  • Wheelchair accessibility lacking; cars block accessible routes

How residents rate the community

Townhome-Style Apartment Communities
Staff responsiveness praised by long residents; critical maintenance and pest issues undermine experience for newer tenants.
Luxury Apartments
Marketed amenities present but repair delays, pest problems, and accessibility gaps contradict luxury positioning.

Measured against the market

  • Rated 2.7 against a 3.94 average across the 351 townhome-style apartment communities businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 65% of the businesses in this directory.

How we got this number

How We Rank
Star rating 0
Review volume 99
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 45
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Ratings pulled apart

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Get in touch

Address
9200 N Normandale St, Fort Worth, TX 76116

Last verified 2026-08-23

Office hours

Monday
09:00-18:00
Tuesday
09:00-18:00
Wednesday
09:00-18:00
Thursday
09:00-18:00
Friday
09:00-18:00
Saturday
10:00-17:00
Sunday
Closed

As listed on Google.

From the property's site

Services listed
1 bedroom apartments2 bedroom apartmentsswimming poolsun deckoutdoor grilling stationspet-friendly housing

Credentials claimed:Equal housing opportunity

As published by the business on its own website; not independently verified.

Common questions

How quickly does maintenance respond?
Residents report same-day or next-day repairs when maintenance knows them; those unfamiliar with staff report months-long waits on critical issues like leaking AC units and mold.
Are there issues with pests and water?
Yes. Multiple residents report roaches, ants, and monthly water shut-offs despite paying for pest control. These issues recur and are rarely resolved permanently.
Is the complex wheelchair accessible?
No. A resident noted his cousin needed a ramp built to exit his apartment, and cars frequently block the accessible sidewalk.

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Last updated 2026-08-23