After nearly a decade of being a military family, we settled in Birmingham two years ago. It took FOREVER to find an apartment complex that was not rundown and competitively priced. We fell in love with the Parc at Grandview instantaneously. The clubhouse, pool, and amenities are GORGEOUS! Because the complex is still pretty new, the property looks just like the pictures. The staff is super friendly. We are actually going to miss them when we leave!
Pros: Large bedrooms and baths. A
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Everything in the apartment feels expensive (the fixtures, the countertops, wine rack, doors, and windows, etc.)
Sound proof - I NEVER heard my neighbors!
Seems pet friendly (seems like everyone but us has a dog!) But no poop around (thank goodness!)
The theater room is FABULOUS!! Nearly 30 big, comfy chairs and cable, but people rarely use it. The Wi-Fi Bistro is also great w/free coffee, a pool table, a kitchen and TONS of space. We had both of my daughter's birthday parties there.
Walking distance to Pappadeaux's.
Cons: BIRMINGHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
This is a huge drawback. If you have school-aged children, and you aren't planning on sending them to private school, this is NOT the place for you. If private school is in your budget, our daughter LOVED Heritage Christian Academy (formerly Shades Mountain Christian School).
Depending on your budget, it might be a little pricey. For the quality, amount of space, and amenities, it's a steal.
280 traffic is horrible, really, really horrible. The complex is very close to the 459 ramps, but coming home during evening rush hour times is still aggravating enough to induce road rage. If you need to head south during those times, just forget it! You absolutely MUST learn to use the road behind Grandview Medical Center to get to the brand new Publix and Lifetime Fitness.
Happy hunting!
Max of 2. Only one nonrefundable fee for 1 or 2 pets of $350 due at move-in. Only one fee for 1 or 2 pets of $30 a month. Two pet limit, full-grown maximum weight of 50 lbs. for each pet. Dogs and cats are most welcome.