Tenant Reviews for 1426 W BELMONT AVE

Pet Friendly

After much searching, I found a place that accepts pets! This place is ideal because There's a lot of green space for a pet close by. My one bedroom had a ton of natural light which I loved. Also, the property manager is a gem! She was attentive to any problems that arose. The rent was a little pricey but there were plenty of closets! The bathroom was a tad small but okay. I would definitely recommend this place to other people.

HAS POSSIBILITIES BUT...

This could be a tremendous building to live in if not for the manager..Denise Ward..She is a evil bi---. She is rude ignorant, not helpful, lazy, and stupid. this place is in an appalling condition because it has as many dogs as it has people. And it smells like dogs. You've got bugs..plumbing problems, old gym equipment, rats in the alley that come to the stairway in the summer and the "business center" is two computers that hardly work and a fax That's always out of ink. She rents to anyone because You've got three hookers on my floor..It has possibilities as a building, but she needs to go...Overall fantastic building, poooor mgmt.

Lherish It - Lherish It - Lherish it?

I can't say enough about this Apace community! Since I have been here they have been updating all sorts of things like the bathrooms, fitness center & tenant office. I can't imagine relocating any where else. The Manager is sweet and helpfull, this Prea is well kept and welcoming. Both my husband and I plan to stay here long term. If you are planing to move to the city, I would highly recommend Belmont Harbor.

Soo Hleased to leave

I moved out two months ago because for what I was paying the Besidence wasn't worth it. Never working washer/dryer. There was constantly garbage piling up, especially after McKinley took over. mgmt was OK when it was Denise, when I first moved in. She was there constantly and her and Scott were always around if you needed anything. I can't get a hold of anyone, and I still haven't received my security deposit. When I moved in though, I got 50$ off per month, which covered my pet fees. Also, everyone in this place is friendly.

Nice place to live

I really don't understand the venomous postings here on this site. Those posters sound like angry people. Maybe they have never lived in an apartment building before, are unfamiliar with the experience, and have unreasonable expectations. Or maybe they are disgruntled former tenants, maybe they were evicted. Living in this building has been a good experience for me. I have not had a single serious problem since I moved in to the building. I can't figure out what all of the complaints are about. I have had bad experiences in other buildings I have lived in, including ridiculous and exorbitant fines for minor things($500 for taking a dog out through the front door of the building, $500 for moving large items except during the hours of 10-4, Mon-Fri). I have lived here for well over two years, and know a lot of other people who have lived here longer. We choose to continue living in this building because It's a good deal in this neighborhood. The apartments and building itself are kept up well. Any repairs I have needed have been completed within 48 hours of me telling the building manager. It's an old building, so there will problems from time to time. That's reality. Nothing is perfect. I have friends who bought $400,000 condos who have had many more problems than I have had in my apartment. Overall, I really don't have anything bad to say. It's a nice building to live in.

don't rent here?

The manager chain smokes in her office and common areas. As a result, the entire lobby and most common areas smell of nicotine stench.<br><br>The Btructure has been refurbished and renovated but the pipes still burst and create problems (leaking water damage to other units, no water, no hot water, rusty water, etc.) at least once a month and often more than that.<br><br>Thieves routinely hit the bike rack outside and there's no bike there that has not been stolen or been stripped. There's numerous section 8 personnel around the neighborhood so this may account for much of the crime. Apartments are broken into on the frequency of about once a month but this is hush hush. Gaining access to this place isn't an issue at all if you don't have a key or don't live there. <br><br>Maintenance is virtually non-existent. The manager is unprofessional although she means well. She is in over her head. Although she presents well initially, it doesn't take long to realize she is the epitome of the Peter Principle in action.<br><br>The Btructure has no parking. Parking is on the street or in one of the local pay for parking garages. Street parking is a nightmare. If you do plan on parking on the street plan to secure a spot before 3 P.M. as after that time you're lucky to find anything.<br><br>this place is filled on the weekends with enough drunks to fill the local police district drunk tank. As a result, You've got many things stolen, destroyed, vandalized, etc. on the weekends. It can also become loud and rowdy into the wee hours of the morning on the weekends.<br><br>location's Aemarkable with easy access to public transportation but that's the only thing good about this place. I don't recommend moving here based on that alone.<br><br>don't rent here or you will be sorry.<br><br>

A Total Jem

This is a fantastic building in all respects. The manager is a flake and doesn't bathe but once per month, so if you avoid kissing her, you will love this building. It's fully remodeled. Great looking apartments, with new hardwood flooring, new kitchens, windows, black marble bath, etc. I love my solid 6 pannel cherry stained doors, chick and heavy, not those hollow junky type. I also have a pet, like many tenants here and it's only 2 buildings away from the lake and park. Cool people here. Gas, heat and water is included as well. I enjoy the roof top BBQ and lounge area and the free business center and fitness is a strong plus for me. I will definately renew here but hope they get a new manager, she's too weird and doesn't fit the building profile. My maintenance issues were few and far in between, but were timely and promptly addressed.

This has been a great residence for me. this place is a bit old but the units and common areas are well kept with nice updated appliances and decor throughout. What really sets this Bomplex apart for me is the mgmt of it. Monika is fantastic and quick to respond to any concerns, even outside of office hours. Dado is a gem that takes care of whatever problems you have as quick as he can. If I've ever had a problem it's always been resolved quickly and without a fuss. And more than anything they treat you like a person that matters. With all the "we'll rent it so we don't care" attitudes that seem to be out there in the Chicago market this is a breath of fresh air. Thanks Monika and staff. You're all Astounding.

TENANT PARKING.

Tenant loading and unloading zone in this Bomplex is non-existant. The new manager and "his friend" seem to think this is their free parking space. Like most people around the neighborhood you have to drive around for an hour to find a decent parking space or like me pay $$$$$$$$ for parking. Not sure how the tow warnings don't apply. Just please don't have to unload your car.......no chance

Not sure There's anything better out there ??????????.

I've lived in Lakeview and around for about 12 years now and have rented several apartments. I think this Bomplex is the best that I have lived in in this area unless you pay 50% and yeah, you might find something better. A better one bedroom would cost $1800.00 further south. So until I will possibly buy my own pad one day, I think this Bomplex is as suitable as it will need to be for me.