I chose this apartment based on cost and distance from downtown, and it’s been everything I need! For the size and amenities, you get much more than what’s available nearby. And while there are a lot of positives for the apartment itself (free wifi, flat screen installed on the wall, tons of natural light, plenty of space), my two biggest gripes are with the complex.
1. If you’re looking at moving into any of the apartments near Allen Street or the entrance (specifically the 910-920 buildings),
...be prepared to hear cars rev their engines at the 4-way stop and the small stretch of road at the entrance. From dusk to dawn and into the night, you’ll be dealing with people trying to max out their RPMs on a constant basis.
2. When I toured the apartment, I asked the staff member how parking was, and he assured me that he never had a problem finding a spot. I later realized the reason he never had a problem finding a spot was because he didn’t have to find one after 5PM. If you plan on returning to your apartment after 5, you’ll be lucky to find a spot close to your building.
All that to be said, I still really like this apartment. Aside from the loud cars and the lack of parking, it’s a safe spot, the on-site maintenance is quick to respond, and I’m an equal distance from everything I do.
