Looking into Wellington's Edge in Wellington (rentals, HOA, crime)

[FromCTtoFL]

Just wondering if anyone could tell me about Wellington's Edge. We're looking at a 3/2 house in that community. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated -thanks!

[BVG_Steve]

nothing wrong with that community. It is okay mix of single family and townhomes. The prices in there are less than average for wellington but for the money it is a decent community and no reason to avoid it

[FromCTtoFL]

Originally Posted by BVG_Steve

nothing wrong with that community. It is okay mix of single family and townhomes. The prices in there are less than average for wellington but for the money it is a decent community and no reason to avoid it

We are going to rent a house there for a year. Seems nice, but I couldn't find any information about it online which made me a little nervous. Thanks for your reply!

[SunTrader]

Wellingtons Edge past 7 months in a fully remodeled 3/2, relocated from Fairfield County Connecticut in Sept, so available rentals(below 2k) in town were quite thin, although v nice homes to buy were plentiful for very reasonable prices(270-320), in my estimation. Distressed properties even less(200-270). Rent was $1800, but, there were 5 of us vying for it and had only 3 days to find something, so we offered $1900 and got it. No probs at all w the community(very strict Board, criminal/background/credit checks abound!), clean & ample amenities, no crime to speak of, everyone(families/retirees) is very nice and it is stupid CLOSE to everything! Deep in Wellington is another 10-15 mins. Try to stay away from units bordering Forest Blvd because of traffic noise.

[FromCTtoFL]

Originally Posted by SunTrader

Wellingtons Edge past 7 months in a fully remodeled 3/2, relocated from Fairfield County Connecticut in Sept, so available rentals(below 2k) in town were quite thin, although v nice homes to buy were plentiful for very reasonable prices(270-320), in my estimation. Distressed properties even less(200-270). Rent was $1800, but, there were 5 of us vying for it and had only 3 days to find something, so we offered $1900 and got it. No probs at all w the community(very strict Board, criminal/background/credit checks abound!), clean & ample amenities, no crime to speak of, everyone(families/retirees) is very nice and it is stupid CLOSE to everything! Deep in Wellington is another 10-15 mins. Try to stay away from units bordering Forest Blvd because of traffic noise.

WOW - this is wild! We just relocated from Fairfield Co and moved into Wellington's Edge too!! We are renting a 3/2 and absolutely LOVE it here! It is so quiet and peaceful. This is the place that we really, really wanted. We looked a few other rentals in Wellington (there were quite a few homes in the 1800-2000/mo range) but this one had everything we were looking for. It was tough to get - we had to be very aggressive and act quickly, but we love it. The location is just INSANE - I cannot believe how close we are to EVERYTHING.

I agree that the HOA application process was very intensive. However enforcement of the rules is rather lax. My next door neighbor (who is very, very nice) has two huge dogs - one of them is a very large rottweiler (suppossedly NOT allowed). He cut out a 5ft section of chain-link fence behind the property so he can have direct access to the canal (so much for gated community). He lets the dogs out off-leash into the canal area. I have a 2 year old and we have nothing separating our backyards. I am very upset about the whole situation. I hate having a "port of entry" so to speak for wildlife and people to enter into the "gated" community 10 feet from my yard. I also am terrified of an unleashed rottweiler in such close proximity to my 2 year old. So far, I am the only one who cares. We've been in touch with the HOA, PBSO, and animal control and - quite frankly - nobody cares AT ALL. Any advice?

(Despite this, we are still THRILLED to be here. I am so glad that we made the move from the HORRIBLE NE to wonderful Wellington!)