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The Opal

Updated 2026-08-21 · 4,767 reviewed · 435 listed · Scored from 128 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.2(128) 67 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Public Housing AuthoritiesAffordable & Subsidized Apartments
The Opal
Services
Public Housing Authorities, Affordable & Subsidized Apartments
Reviews
128

What Residents Report

Staff like Makayla, Linda, and Marisol earned consistent praise for friendliness and guidance during leasing, and many residents love the new finishes, clean interiors, and social events held monthly. Yet a significant portion of applicants faced repeated office visits, miscommunication about affordable housing eligibility, unexplained deposit holds, missing lease documents, and delayed refunds, leaving some to cancel without getting money back.

Residents report the units and amenities justify the price for some, but others cite high rent coupled with noise from neighbors, stairwell cleanliness lapses, rodent and roach sightings, and slower maintenance turnaround lately. One long-term tenant flagged a surprise 60-day move-out notice policy not clearly disclosed upfront.

Praised for
  • helpful, responsive staff (named: Makayla, Linda, Marisol)
  • clean, new units and common areas
  • strong community events and amenities
  • smooth leasing process (when handled well)
  • quiet, safe location
Watch-outs
  • confusing, disorganized application process with unclear requirements
  • deposits not refunded as promised
  • pest and stairwell maintenance issues
  • high rent relative to space and fees
  • poor communication and staff responsiveness on follow-up
  • noise from neighbors; thin walls
  • slow maintenance responses recently
  • unexpected 60-day move-out notice requirement
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Best for: Residents prioritizing modern interiors, amenities, and community activities who can navigate a sometimes-inconsistent leasing process.
Think twice if: You need certainty before lease approval; unclear communication about affordable housing eligibility, move-out notice requirements, and deposit refunds have caused disputes.

What Works Here

  • welcoming leasing staff (when availability matches intent)
  • new, clean units with modern finishes
  • community events and active amenities
  • quiet location away from main traffic

Before You Apply: What To Expect

  • Staff members Makayla, Linda, and Marisol named repeatedly for helpfulness and professionalism during leasing and move-in
  • Monthly community events include pizza nights and food trucks
  • Maintenance has responded quickly to requests for wasp nest removal and other urgent issues, though some recent slowdown noted
  • 60-day move-out notice requirement not always clearly disclosed upfront
  • Deposit refunds withheld in at least three documented cases; unclear policy on non-refundable vs. refundable holding deposits

How Residents Rate Management & Maintenance

Public Housing Authorities
Affordable housing eligibility determinations lacked clarity; applicants were asked to apply to 'just see if' they qualified but were later declined without transparent explanation of the requirement.
Affordable & Subsidized Apartments
Mixed experience: some praised the smooth process and value; others faced repeated office visits, miscommunication about whether base-rent or affordable-rate units applied, and unrefunded deposits despite promised refunds.

How This Community Compares Nearby

  • Rated 4.2 against a 3.85 average across the 315 affordable & subsidized apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 73% of the businesses in this directory.

What Residents Mention Most

smooth leasing processclean hallwaysmove in processquick responsesclean communitystairwellsmodern designbeautiful apartmentswelcoming atmospherekind staff

How We Rate These Programs & Communities

Ranking Method
Star rating 43
Review volume 92
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 42
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Leasing & Application Office

Address
13445 Green Cedar Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76262
Attributes
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Last verified 2026-08-21

Office & Application Hours

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

As listed on Google.

From the Property

Services listed
ApartmentsPet policySwimming poolFitness centerVirtual tours

Credentials claimed:Equal Housing Opportunity, Greystar Fair Housing Statement, Accessible Community

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

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Common Questions About Applying Here

Do you allow pets?
Yes. The Opal's website lists pet policy as one of its services.
What amenities does the Opal have?
According to their website, amenities include a swimming pool, fitness center, and virtual tours. Residents report monthly community events with pizza nights and food trucks.
What is the 60-day move-out notice policy?
One resident reported being required to give 60 days' notice before leaving, and charged two months' rent for not complying. Get the move-out notice requirement in writing before signing a lease to avoid surprise charges.

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Last updated 2026-08-21