Westlake FL Apartments — What You Need to Know
Westlake's first apartment complex — The Avery at Westlake — was approved by City Council in August 2026. Here's what residents need to know about this 360-unit community.
Westlake has always been a city of new homes — single-family houses and townhomes built by Minto Communities and, more recently, GL Homes and Kolter Homes. But as of August 2026, that is changing. The City Council voted 4-1 to approve The Avery at Westlake, the city's first-ever apartment complex, marking a new chapter in Westlake's evolution as a full-service community.
About The Avery at Westlake
The Avery at Westlake is a 360-unit apartment community proposed by Eastwind Development for a site near Westlake Town Center along Kingfisher Boulevard. The project — formally designated as site plan application MP-2026-01 — was reviewed and approved at the August 4, 2026 City Council meeting, along with the Westlake Fieldhouse and the Westlake West residential rezoning.
- Total units: 360 apartments
- Developer: Eastwind Development
- Location: Kingfisher Boulevard, near Westlake Town Center
- Approval vote: 4-1 by Westlake City Council on August 4, 2026
- Formal application: Site Plan MP-2026-01
Because Westlake was master-planned around single-family and townhome ownership, The Avery is genuinely the first dedicated rental apartment development to reach approval in the city — a milestone worth noting for anyone considering renting in Westlake.
Why Apartments in Westlake Now?
Westlake has grown quickly since incorporation in 2016, with more than 3,200 homes completed across Minto Communities' neighborhoods. As the city matures, demand has grown for a wider variety of housing — including rental options for people who want to live in the community without committing to a purchase. The Avery is the city's first answer to that demand.
The development also fits a broader pattern of Westlake filling out its commercial and residential offerings simultaneously — the Walmart Supercenter site plan was approved in April 2026, the new West Community Elementary School is under development, and the Westlake Fieldhouse is expected to begin construction in fall 2026.
What's Around the Avery?
Residents of The Avery would have convenient access to everything already open in Westlake's Town Center and commercial corridor:
- Dining: Starbucks, Chipotle, Taco Bell, KFC, Habit Burger Grill, 3 Natives, IL Pomodoro, Gators Shack, Ella Cafe
- Grocery: Aldi (open), Walmart Supercenter (approved, coming soon)
- Retail: 7-Eleven, Tractor Supply Co., Dollar Tree and Lowe's (coming soon)
- Fitness: Orangetheory Fitness
- Parks: Westlake Adventure Park — a $22 million recreation facility at 5490 Kingfisher Blvd with a resort-style lagoon pool, splash pad, BMX pump park, basketball courts, and The Lodge event space
What About Other Housing Options in Westlake?
If you're looking to buy rather than rent, Westlake has a wide range of options across several neighborhoods. Here's a quick overview:
- Townhomes (The Terraces, The Crossings): Mid-$300,000s to Low $400,000s — the most accessible entry point for buyers
- Single-family homes (The Orchards, The Oaks, The Woodlands, Sky Cove): Mid-$400,000s to $700,000s+
- Silver Lake by GL Homes (coming soon): 448 planned single-family homes; clubhouse, pickleball courts, gated entry
- Cresswind Palm Beach at Westlake (55+): Built by Kolter Homes, ~800 homes, $400,000s – $900,000s
- Sandglass by Minto (Westlake West, coming soon): Minto's first community in the new Westlake West area, rezoning approved August 2026
For a full breakdown of every neighborhood, see our New Homes in Westlake, FL guide.
Staying Current on The Avery
The Avery at Westlake has cleared its City Council hurdle, but there are still permitting, construction, and leasing milestones ahead. Here's how to follow along:
- Westlake Pulse Development Tracker: Track active projects and permit filings as they're updated from public records
- What's New: See the latest signals for Westlake, including updates on The Avery and the broader Town Center development
- City Council Meetings: View the 2026 meeting schedule — major milestones like construction permits and opening timelines may appear on future agendas
Westlake is still largely a homeownership community, but The Avery signals that the city is ready to welcome renters too. If you're looking for a place to rent in one of South Florida's fastest-growing cities, this is the development to watch.