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Forestwood Apartments

Updated 2026-08-21 · 4,767 reviewed · 435 listed · Scored from 140 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.6(140) 60 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Public Housing AuthoritiesAffordable & Subsidized Apartments
Forestwood Apartments
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Public Housing Authorities, Affordable & Subsidized Apartments
Reviews
140

What Residents Report

Forestwood stands out for its Resident Services team, especially coordinator Shanika, who organizes regular community events and connects residents across age groups. Maintenance typically responds quickly, and many families report feeling welcomed and at home. However, significant complaints emerge about roach problems in Building D, pervasive marijuana odor in shared hallways, and security gaps (broken cameras, stolen packages and vehicles). Enforcement of rules seems uneven, and tenants say management has been slow to address these core issues despite repeated complaints.

The property itself is newer and generally tidy where maintained, with wheelchair-accessible facilities, a fitness center, and pool. The sharp divide in reviews (51 percent five-star, 32 percent one-to-two-star) suggests experience depends heavily on which building you occupy and whether pest and odor problems directly affect you.

Praised for
  • engaged resident services coordinator
  • quick maintenance response
  • well-maintained units and common areas
  • friendly and professional staff
  • strong community events programming
Watch-outs
  • roach infestations in some buildings
  • marijuana smell in hallways and stairs
  • poor enforcement of tenant rules
  • security issues (camera failures, package theft, car break-ins)
  • management unresponsive to complaints
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Best for: Residents seeking active community programming and engaged staff; families with young children needing accessibility.
Think twice if: Pest control and security are major concerns; check Building D specifically before committing.

What Works Here

  • active resident services coordinator
  • quick maintenance turnaround
  • community event programming
  • wheelchair accessible facilities

Before You Apply: What To Expect

  • Resident Services Coordinator Shanika organizes monthly community events, ice cream socials, and holiday gatherings
  • Resident Services provides item storage, package lockers, and connects residents to external aid like Senior Source ring cameras and pantry support (including diapers)
  • Maintenance responds quickly to repair requests
  • Building D reported chronic roach infestations
  • Broken elevators, non-functional security cameras, and package theft documented in recent complaints

How Residents Rate Management & Maintenance

Affordable & Subsidized Apartments
Community programming and responsive maintenance praised; roach, security, and enforcement issues undermine otherwise clean and accessible units.
Public Housing Authorities
Resident services connect residents to external aid and organize inclusive community events; poor communication and enforcement around complaints.

How This Community Compares Nearby

  • Rated 3.6 against a 3.85 average across the 315 affordable & subsidized apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 75% of the businesses in this directory.

What Residents Mention Most

welcoming atmospherepoolcleanlinessquietpest controlkind staffsecurity camerasgymsafetyoffice hours

How We Rate These Programs & Communities

Ranking Method
Star rating 9
Review volume 93
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
71
4
19
3
5
2
7
1
38

Leasing & Application Office

Address
4011 S Beltline Rd, Balch Springs, TX 75181
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Attributes
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Last verified 2026-08-21

Office & Application Hours

Monday
09:30-17:30
Tuesday
09:30-17:30
Wednesday
09:30-17:30
Thursday
09:30-17:30
Friday
09:30-17:30
Saturday
10:00-17:00
Sunday
Closed

As listed on Google.

From the Property

Services listed
One-bedroom apartmentsTwo-bedroom apartmentsThree-bedroom apartmentsFitness centerSwimming poolGame roomResident servicesPackage lockers

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

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Common Questions About Applying Here

What community services are available?
Resident Services organizes monthly events, social hours, and holiday gatherings. The program also helps residents access external aid (e.g., ring cameras through Senior Source) and manages a pantry with items like diapers. A game room and fitness center are on-site.
How does maintenance handle repairs?
Residents report quick response times when issues are reported to the office, with staff following up to confirm the problem is resolved.
Are the apartments wheelchair accessible?
Yes. The property has wheelchair-accessible entrances, parking, restrooms, and seating throughout.

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Last updated 2026-08-21