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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Hardwood-style flooring
  • Gated community
  • Stainless appliances
  • Granite countertops
  • Resort-style amenities

Location

19707 Us Highway 280 E, Smiths Station, AL 36877, USA
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Management

Flournoy Properties Group, LLC

Leasing office

(844) 332-5934 ext. 8169

Open 

8:30 am–5:30 pm CT

Property Overview

Summer Lake Apartments earns a strong overall impression with an 8.4 Zumper Expert Rating, supported by excellent marks for price, amenities, and location. It features a 24-hour fitness center, resort-style amenities, stainless appliances, granite countertops, hardwood-style flooring, and a gated community setting, along with 50 photos and nearby schools; it is also noted for pet friendliness and outdoor spaces.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Summer Lake Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Summer Lake Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

A11 bed1 bath907 sqft$1,272–$1,943 /mo1 unit available
B12 bed2 bath1,240 sqft$1,424–$2,253 /mo9 units available
B2 bed2 bath1,210 sqft$1,654–$2,268 /mo4 units available
C13 bed2 bath1,436 sqft$1,575–$2,493 /mo3 units available
C23 bed2 bath1,626 sqft$1,640–$2,579 /mo1 unit available
C3 bed2 bath1,607 sqft$1,821–$2,480 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Summer Lake Apartments

Apartment Amenities

BalconyCrown molding
Fauxwood BlindsGranite Countertops
Hardwood FloorHardwood-style Flooring
Kitchen IslandLake View
Luxer Package RoomSunroom
Walk-in ClosetWall Accents
Window Coverings

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryStainless Steel Appliances
Washer and Dryer

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKFitness Center

Grounds

Car Care CenterHot Tub/Jacuzzi
Outdoor SpaceResort Style Swimming Pool
StorageSwimming Pool

Services

24 Hour Emergency Maintenance
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit3

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit3

Cat

Monthly Pet Fee

Monthly. 3 cats max. We love pets at Summer Lake! There is a one-time pet fee of $400 per pet, and we allow up to three pets per apartment home. The monthly pet rent is $30 per pet.

$30

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$400

Dog

Monthly Pet Fee

Monthly. 3 dogs max. We love pets at Summer Lake! There is a one-time pet fee of $400 per pet, and we allow up to three pets per apartment home. The monthly pet rent is $30 per pet.

$30

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$400

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Building details

Property details

Year built2010
Units341
Lease terms3–15 months
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About Summer Lake Apartments

HomeApartments in Smiths Station Summer Lake Apartments

Welcome to Summer Lake Apartments, a gated community in Smiths Station, AL, offering tranquil lakeside living near Phenix City and Columbus, GA. Our 1, 2, and 3-bedroom luxury floor plans feature granite countertops, hardwood-style flooring, stainless appliances, and garden tubs. Select homes offer lake views and private sunrooms. Enjoy resort-style amenities: a pool with tanning ledge, 24-hour fitness center, car wash, and scenic lakeside trails. We are extremely pet-friendly with three "Bark and Play" parks! Located in the top-rated Smiths Station School District with easy access to US-280, Summer Lake is the perfect retreat for families and professionals. Schedule your tour today!


Year Built: 2010

Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Summer Lake Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Summer Lake Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Summer Lake Apartments
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Summer Lake Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Summer Lake Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Summer Lake Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Summer Lake Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Summer Lake Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Summer Lake Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Summer Lake Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 1 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.5 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Package service
More secure storage for delivery
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Smiths Station

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Summer Lake Apartments to be 11% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Smiths Station.

3-bedroom apartments at Summer Lake Apartments cost about 2% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Smiths Station.

Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Smiths Station
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Smiths Station
MonthMedian Rent
October 2025$850
November 2025$850
December 2025$850
January 2026$850
July 2026$1,157
August 2026$1,148
September 2026$1,370

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$50,880/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $50,880 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,272.
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Smiths Station near 19707 Us Highway 280 E

Walking

1/10
You’ll need another mode of transportation for getting around. Scooter, anyone?

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

1/10
Heads up, bike lanes and cyclist-friendly streets aren’t common.

Points of interest for 19707 Us Highway 280 E, Smiths Station

Groceries

3/10
Some groceries within a short drive

Shopping

2/10
Few or no shops within a short drive

Cafes

1/10
Few or no cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

3/10
Some restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

1/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk

High schools

1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within a short drive

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