| Number of reviews in the past 365 days | 19 |
| Percentage of reviews responded to | 47.37% |
| Average time to respond to reviews | 69 days |
The Cottages at Lake Tamaha
745 Tamaha Trace Northeast, Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
745 Tamaha Trace Northeast, Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
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The Cottages at Lake Tamaha
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Ratings & Reviews (360 Reviews)
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j3ssj0hns0n • Resident • 2020 - 2021
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02/11/2021
I love living at the cottages!! all of the amenities and the views>>> it’s the perfect space. The staff has always been so helpful and maintenance has always completed requests quickly. not to mention rent is great for all that you’re getting!! See More
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Resident • 2020 - 2021
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02/09/2021
It’s been very pleasant living here and I would recommend it to anybody looking for a affordable price for an amazing place to live! I am currently a sophomore at UA and I’ve been living here since August 2020 and I have had zero problems with… See More
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Resident • 2020 - 2021
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02/08/2021
An amazing place to live!! Right on the lake! A great place to walk your dogs and everyone is very friendly! Absolutely love living here! The gym is always a clean and open at all hours! The front desk is always helpful!! See More
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Resident • 2020 - 2021
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02/08/2021
Love the cottages! Biggest pool, so many students, buses straight to campus, late night buses to take you to the strip! ?? Very pet friendly! Scenic walks on the lakes! Bonfires, movie nights, free food trucks & so much more! See More
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Resident • 2020
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10/18/2020
The Cottages at Lake Tamaha has been an amazing place to live as far as a college student. Lovely amenities, beautiful cottages, and great people to meet during the process. I highly recommend here as a four year place! See More
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Prospective Resident • Visited 2020
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10/09/2020
I really Like the cottages so far. It seems to be a great, safe community with lots of amenities and great places to hangout. Very nice people, and very nice place from everything I see so far. I'm a big fan of the cottages. See More
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abclark3 • Resident • 2020
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09/04/2020
I love how close this apartment complex is to UA's campus and it's such a pretty neighborhood! Nice amenities and it's nice to have your own "house" instead of being in a whole building Great pricing for a college student, and there are always give away… See More
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The Cottages at Lake Tamaha Manager
09/30/2020
We love hearing that you enjoy living with us, and we love that you are here at The Cottages at Lake Tamaha!!
Allie_B904 • Resident • 2020
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08/31/2020
Great! It's a fun place to live and the community is great! I love the amenities like the pool and gym! Great place to call home! It has a very homey feel compared to other apartments in the area and I enjoy the green space for… See More
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Resident • 2020
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08/31/2020
I love this cottage community. I've only been here for less than a month, but it's been the best experience. It's like a family neighborhood that every one loves. I would 100% recommend the cottages to every one I know. See More
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Ajgarcia191 • Resident • 2019 - 2020
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08/31/2020
I love this place since it has a home feel to it rather than your typical apartment complexes. They like to get the local community involved and help out with volunteering and advertising small and local business which I like. They mainly keep the whole area… See More
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Former Resident • 2017 - 2020
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08/06/2020
Everything is overpriced here and checkout fees are ridiculous. For four of us we paid $500 in fines and we left the place in better shape than when we first arrived. The lease is also ridiculously long and complex and clearly written to their advantage. I'm… See More
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The Cottages at Lake Tamaha Manager
09/01/2020
Thank you for the detailed feedback regarding. We pride ourselves on ultimate cleanliness and apologize we have not lived up to these standards. It is our goal to provide the best possible service and we are truly sorry that your experience was less than satisfactory. Our team would be happy to speak with you and resolve the issues you are having. Please contact 205-409-2052 at your earliest convenience.
Resident • 2018 - 2020
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06/25/2020
The cottages is a great community to live at if your looking for housing in T-town. The community is beautiful and well kept by the grounds team! The front office staff is always there to help with any questions you have and they have great events… See More
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The Cottages at Lake Tamaha Manager
07/01/2020
We appreciate you taking the time to leave this review, it's so nice to hear that you love our property and that you have enjoyed so many of our events. We hope to see you at many more in the future!
Resident • 2019 - 2020
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06/05/2020
I shouldn't have resigned my lease. My roommates and I have been having problems with our AC for a week now. We have submitted so many work orders and each time it gets "fixed" it still doesn't work. During the day, the air in our unit… See More
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The Cottages at Lake Tamaha Manager
06/12/2020
Samuel, thank you for leaving this detailed feedback about your experience with The Cottages at Lake Tamaha. Thank you very much for sharing these comments. I believe we have resolved these issues, please let us know if you are still experiencing problems.
Prospective Resident • Visited 2020
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05/14/2020
Super excited to be living here for the Fall. I had an awesome virtual tour and all my questions were answered quickly. The staff is super friendly and proffessional. Can’t wait to be here this coming Fall! See More
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Breaa • Prospective Resident • Visited 2020
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05/13/2020
seriously breathtaking!!! I am beyond in love with everything you guys have to offer. for everything they include the price is amazing. Best around!! perfect view and the staff is so friendly and welcoming. See More
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The Cottages at Lake Tamaha Manager
05/15/2020
Oh Breaa, you shouldn't have, but we are glad you did! Thank you so much for sharing your experience and opinion of The Cottages with us!
Resident • 2020
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05/12/2020
I love this community because it is so well maintained inside and outside. The staff is so friendly and always ready to help with anything. I would highly recommend this property to anyone. In fact, I believe it is the best option for living in Tuscaloosa.… See More
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The Cottages at Lake Tamaha Manager
05/15/2020
WOW! I wish this was not an anonnymous post so we could thank you by name! Thank you so much for your review! #CottageLife
Resident • 2019 - 2020
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05/12/2020
I love this community because it's so beautiful and they're so pet friendly! Great green spaces to take your pets! Also, the pool is amazing and the clubhouse is pretty sweet! The only constructive criticism I'd give is that I had a small issue with the… See More
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The Cottages at Lake Tamaha Manager
05/15/2020
Thank you for your honest feedback, please reach out to us to see if we can further resolve your issue. Thanks!
Annie_P874 • Prospective Resident • Visited 2020
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03/12/2020
I love this community because it isn't to far from UA and is different from the traditional apartment style. It is also very convenient to have a shuttle and busses to get to various locations in Tuscaloosa. See More
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The Cottages at Lake Tamaha Manager
03/24/2020
Thank you for your kind review! We love having the convenience of the Crimson Ride and our Camp Shuttle to get our residents around town, especially the ones without a car. Thanks again!
Prospective Resident • Visited 2020
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03/12/2020
coming for an official tour of the grounds has made me truly want to live here for the next 3 years because it is simply beautiful. The clubhouse has everything i need from relaxing to studying in a quiet place without me having to leave the… See More
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The Cottages at Lake Tamaha Manager
03/24/2020
We love that you like our beautiful property! Thank you so much for your kind review!
Prospective Resident • Visited 2020
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02/24/2020
Enjoyed my tour of this place. It is a very large property and the tour guide was very informative. We loved how all the cottages were different colors and how large and homey they are. This place is top on our list for housing. See More
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The Cottages at Lake Tamaha Manager
02/27/2020
Thank you for touring with us, please let us know if there is any thing we can do to help Start your Adventure. #CottageLife
Resident • 2019 - 2020
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02/24/2020
The Cottages is such a good place to live. My roommate and I have loved the year we have spent here and would recommend to any student that you take a look here before deciding anything. There is always something to do around here and it… See More
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The Cottages at Lake Tamaha Manager
02/27/2020
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us at The Cottages. We love hearing them!
Resident • 2020
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02/21/2020
With the exception of being a decent ways off campus, the cottage is the perfect place to live. If you're fine with being 10 minutes off campus there is no better place to live. The fact that you get your own house, have a lake, pool,… See More
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The Cottages at Lake Tamaha Manager
03/06/2020
We appreciate your honest and detailed review! Thank you for choosing The Cottages!
Resident • 2019 - 2020
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02/21/2020
Avoid this place. They are constantly asking residents to put up reviews on various sites to get better rates which is super annoying. Maintenance is HORRIBLE. They just barged into your room and are very slow with fixing things. The office is constantly trying to fine… See More
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The Cottages at Lake Tamaha Manager
01/31/2020
We apologize that you have not had a good experience at The Cottages lately. When someone leaves a review for any reason, we encourage them to be honest. We appreciate your honesty. In regards to your transfer, we have to treat it the same as we would for anyone else because it is a change in your lease. For the trash fine, we have a sign posted next to both compactors which state the rules and conditions for a fine. If you were not the one to do it, and someone else owns up to it, the office can help you out. The Crimson Ride shuttle is associated with the university; if it is running late, it is not affiliated with The Cottages. Again, we apologize for your recent experience, and we hope you have a better one while you are here.
Resident • 2019 - 2020
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02/12/2020
This place is terrible. Wifi was down for 2 days with no email of when it would be back of. Fine you for putting trash on back of the house and all they say on the fine paper is that you can't have it on the… See More
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The Cottages at Lake Tamaha Manager
02/15/2020
Thank you for your thorough review. Unfortunately, the Internet connectivity issue was property-wide, and staff members experienced it in the office, as well. It was an issue our vendor was experiencing off-site, and it affected more than our property. This was weather-related, and we had no control over these problems. In regards to the trash fine, you can find the fee listed under Exhibit E of your lease, which states you will receive a minimum of a $50 fine. Instead, we charge $25.We appreciate your honesty. If you have any other questions or concerns, please call us at (205) 409-2052.
Resident • 2020
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02/05/2020
Great people great community always on top of every request. Awesome pool and clubhouse. There is a lake and kayaks you can take out as well as woods to hike. There is an awesome trail around the lake that's great for running. See More
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The Cottages at Lake Tamaha Manager
02/10/2020
Thank you! We love hearing that you enjoy living with us, and we love that you are here at The Cottages at Lake Tamaha!! The weather is about to be perfect to enjoy all of our amenities!
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Features & Amenities
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General
- 9' Ceilings
- Basketball Court
- Built-in Bookcases
- Clubhouse
- Computer Center
- Corn Hole Boards
- Energy Efficient Construction
- Fitness Center
- Gourmet Kitchen
- Green Space
- Hardwood Flooring
- High-Speed Internet
- Lake
- Large Closets
- Media Center or Movie Theater
- Patio
- Pets Allowed
- Ping Pong Table
- Pool
- Private Bathroom
- Public Transportation
- Putting Green
- Quality Landscaping
- Security Systems Included
- Spacious Floor Plans
- Storage Space
- Tanning Beds
- Tennis Court
- Volleyball Court
Pets
- Dogs Allowed
Pet Limit: 2 - Cats Allowed
Pet Limit: 2
Floor Plans & Pricing
2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms
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3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms
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4 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms
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4BR/4BA - Bloomfield
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5 Bedrooms, 5 Bathrooms
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Leasing:
The Cottages at Lake Tamaha is Tuscaloosas only craftsman-style cottage living community offering apartments near UA. The Cottages has over 6 football fields of green space and overlooks scenic Lake Tamaha. With spacious cottage homes designed with college students in mind, The Cottages has been the favorite for student housing in Tuscaloosa! Get ready to escape the ordinary.
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- Sunday: 12:00 PM - 05:00 PM
- Monday - Friday: 09:00 AM - 07:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM
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Can rent be done through the myhousing portal at UA? Is it possible to have scholarships cover the rent for the apartment?
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In my two bedroom, my overages are around $30-$50 per person/month. In my four bedroom, my overages were around $10 max every month. If you ever are curious, you can always request copies of the physical bills from Tuscaloosa Water and Alabama Power from Conservice(the 3rd party utility billing company that The Cottages uses).
Frequently Asked
What are noise levels like at The Cottages at Lake Tamaha?
The community is rated 4.3/5 stars, which is considered having extremely quiet noise levels on average.
The community is rated 4.3/5 stars, which is considered having extremely quiet noise levels on average.
How satisfied are residents with the upkeep and overall appearance of the grounds at The Cottages at Lake Tamaha?
The community is rated 4.5/5 stars, signifying extreme satisfaction on average.
The community is rated 4.5/5 stars, signifying extreme satisfaction on average.
How safe is The Cottages at Lake Tamaha?
The community is rated 4.5/5 stars, which is considered being extremely safe on average.
The community is rated 4.5/5 stars, which is considered being extremely safe on average.
How satisfied are residents with the neighborhood
The community is rated 4.8/5 stars, signifying extreme satisfaction on average.
The community is rated 4.8/5 stars, signifying extreme satisfaction on average.
How effective was the maintenance team when resolving your problem?
The community is rated 4.4/5 stars, which is considered being extremely effective on average.
The community is rated 4.4/5 stars, which is considered being extremely effective on average.
How often does management engage with reviews?
Managers have responded to 47.37% of their community reviews in the past year.
Managers have responded to 47.37% of their community reviews in the past year.
How quickly does management engage with reviews?
Managers have replied within 69 days to their community reviews in the past year.
Managers have replied within 69 days to their community reviews in the past year.
Who manages The Cottages at Lake Tamaha?
Cardinal Group Mgmt & Advisory
Cardinal Group Mgmt & Advisory
What is the pet policy at The Cottages at Lake Tamaha?
Dogs Allowed
Pet Limit: 2
Cats Allowed
Pet Limit: 2
Dogs Allowed
Pet Limit: 2
Cats Allowed
Pet Limit: 2
What types of floor plans are available?
2 Beds, 2.5 Baths and 3 Beds, 3 Baths and 4 Beds, 4 Baths and 5 Beds, 5 Baths
2 Beds, 2.5 Baths and 3 Beds, 3 Baths and 4 Beds, 4 Baths and 5 Beds, 5 Baths
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The Cottages at Lake Tamaha is a 410 - 625 sqft apartment in Tuscaloosa in zip code 35404. This community has a 2 - 5 bedroom, 2.5 - 5 bathroom. Nearby cities include Cottondale, Northport, Moundville, Vance, and Gordo. 36526, 35401, 35444, 35406, and 35405 are nearby zip codes.
