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The Stella

Updated 2026-07-24 · 2,262 reviewed · 497 listed · Scored from 208 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.8(208) 65 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Senior & 55+ LivingAffordable & Low-Income HousingTownhome-Style Apartment Communities
The Stella
Services
Senior & 55+ Living, Affordable & Low-Income Housing, Townhome-Style Apartment Communities
Reviews
208

The real story

New management (MLDC) has won strong praise for responsiveness and staff professionalism, especially Ashley and Brenda, with residents noting smooth lease changes and helpful support. However, a significant portion report move-in units that were poorly cleaned despite "newly renovated" claims, persistent cigarette and marijuana odors, and ongoing cockroach and rodent issues that management has not resolved.

Recent shift: New management (MLDC) arrived 7-11 months ago. Residents consistently report marked improvement in office responsiveness, staff availability, and maintenance turnaround compared to prior ownership. Pest and cleanliness complaints remain unresolved and are not new.

Praised for
  • responsive management team
  • staff by name (Ashley, Brenda)
  • maintenance responsiveness under new management
  • resident referral program
  • smooth lease transfers
Watch-outs
  • cockroaches and pest problems
  • move-in unit cleanliness (cigarette smoke, nicotine stains)
  • inadequate unit preparation despite renovation claims
  • unannounced maintenance entry
  • communication gaps with leasing office
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Best for: Tenants prioritizing responsive management and lease support; those tolerant of potential pest issues.
Think twice if: Move-in cleanliness is not guaranteed despite claims, and pest problems persist across units despite management changes.

Where it delivers

  • New management praised for responsiveness
  • Named staff support (Ashley, Brenda)
  • Lease transfer assistance
  • Resident referral incentives ($800 mentioned)

What to ask before signing

  • Ashley and Brenda named staff repeatedly praised for personal attention
  • Maintenance team members Will and Frank noted by name for responsiveness
  • Resident referral program offering $800 incentive
  • Management company MLDC took over recently and improved responsiveness
  • Car towing dispute resolved by staff at no charge
  • Move-in units report black air filters, nicotine stains on blinds, water-pooling floorboards, rodent and cockroach presence

How residents rate the community

Senior & 55+ Living
Limited review evidence for senior-specific needs; no reviews mention accessibility or age-focused services.
Affordable & Low-Income Housing
Praised for understanding late rent payment; pest and cleanliness complaints raise affordability-vs.-quality concern.
Townhome-Style Apartment Communities
One and two-bedroom units available; new management and maintenance responsive, but move-in conditions and ongoing pest problems undermine appeal.

Measured against the market

  • Rated 3.8 against a 3.94 average across the 309 townhome-style apartment communities businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 70% of the businesses in this directory.

How we got this number

How We Rank
Star rating 21
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Ratings pulled apart

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Get in touch

Address
8222 Calmont Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76116
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Last verified 2026-07-24

Office hours

Monday
08:30-17:30
Tuesday
08:30-17:30
Wednesday
08:30-17:30
Thursday
08:30-17:30
Friday
08:30-17:30
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

As listed on Google.

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Common questions

Are one-bedroom units available?
Yes. Leasing office handles availability and lease transfers; call or visit to confirm current openings.
Will my unit be cleaned before move-in?
Reviews report units delivered with cigarette odors, stains, and pest signs despite 'newly renovated' claims. Request a thorough pre-move inspection.
Does the complex have a referral program?
Yes. Residents have received $800 referral credits; contact the leasing office for current terms.

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Last updated 2026-07-24