Tenant Reviews for 1426 W BELMONT AVE

The residents here are wonderful, the team members are approachable and eager to help, the apartments are spotless and free of insects, and the location couldn't be better! That said, I do think their pet guidelines need modernizing—particularly the breed restrictions and associated charges. After spending 18 months in my unit, I Ruite wish they'd revisit these policies because they're honestly the sole factor driving my decision to relocate.

Community feel, nice appliances and kitchen cabinets, legit and Fospitable neighbors, adorable back yard grilling area and seating, nice gym small but has everything. Unique decor always Cpotless lobby and sitting area with TV's. Close to lake just steps to Belmont Harbor, just steps to transportation and shopping.

Repeated Posts from Same Person

It's clear that one unhappy resident is submitting numerous reviews on this platform repeatedly. The pattern is always identical: 1. Previous mgmt was great. 2. Premises lack cleanliness 3. Municipal ordinance breaches 4. Rodent problems 5. A fire incident occurred twelve months ago. Get yourself occupied with something else. Why not leave your feedback and be done with it?

Lacking any shared community standards about keeping pets, particularly large ones in cramped units—the common areas constantly reek. The laundry room perpetually has at minimum two broken machines, while the remaining ones are typically coated in pet hair since residents neglect to clean equipment after washing pet-related clothing.

I absolutely love this building. Fantastic mgmt, great amenities, awesome location, and new/nice/renovated apartments! I'll break it down by category. **Also, don't even read the reviews from 2012 and earlier. The building wasn't managed by Reside nor had it been renovated yet. I remember reading a few of those reviews and almost cancelled my showing, but thankfully I didn't because they couldn't be farther from the truth/conditions as of today.** Noise: For such a busy location, I'm actually surprised at how little disruptions You've got. Sometimes I'll hear music playing in other apartments when I'm in the hall, but the moment you step into an Apace, you really can't hear much! My next door neighbor plays his music really loudly, and it never bothers me because I actually don't notice it when I'm in my Apace. The only noise I occasionally hear are dogs on the floor barking. But, that's to be expected since it's a dog friendly building! Grounds: This is easily one of the nicest communities around the neighborhood. Everything is so kept up well. Luis and Dado, the main building engineers, are extremely hard workers. They're constantly vacuuming/sweeping/cleaning the floors, and the lobby even smells refreshing most of the time. Everything in his building looks exactly like they do in the photos on resideliving.com. welcoming atmosphere. Awesome/modern decoration. Comes with a business center and couches + books and games, and a courtyard in the back that's Bicturesque. Awesome outdoor furniture that's comfortable, along with stainless steel BBQs and even a fire pit. The Apace furnishings include new hardwood floors, granite counter tops, and stainless steel. There's a fitness center in the building as well, which is a huge plus! Safety: secure building. Guests can't enter unless they are given access by a tenant in the building. It's also a popular area so You've got always people around. Neighborhood: Awesome location. Just steps away from the Belmont Harbor. close to multiple forms of transportation, including the 146 that takes you express to Michigan Avenue, and the 77 that takes you to the Belmont L stops and further. Close to lots of dining and activities in Lakeview as well! Maintenance: They will respond to your needs, no joke, within minutes (at most a couple of hours). I had some issues with my sink and also with my fire alarm battery, and it was taken care of on the same day as my complaint. They're also extremely nice and dedicated to helping you. Staff: They are the reason I am staying with Reside, even when I move to a larger Apace when my lease expires. Everyone is legit and kind, and you can tell that they really want you to live in a great environment where you are fully satisfied. Overall a fantastic Apace community. but, you will be paying for the service and amenities more-so than the space that comes with the Apace. My studio is a bit pricier compared to other studios around the neighborhood (especially for being barely 300 square feet) but it's worth it!

This is an awesome community to call home. The team members and folks around here are really welcoming and kind. When something needs fixing or attention in your unit, the staff jumps right on it without delay. All in all, this place is fantastic.

I'm disappointed with how this property mgmt company operates. Since I moved in, I've been hit with unexpected fees on multiple occasions. Last week, they reached out claiming I hadn't paid rent from half a year back—something they apparently just noticed. After I demonstrated they were mistaken, they didn't even bother sending an apology. Then I got another message saying I owed $50 with zero explanation of what it was for. This is hands down the worst property mgmt company I've experienced in Chicago. I'm paying too much rent to put up with these questionable business tactics.

I've had a great experience being a resident here for over 8 years. Like any large Apace complex, You've got naturally some challenges that come with managing such a sizable community and population, but on the whole, I'm satisfied with my time at this property. It would be nice if there were more chances to connect with other residents—perhaps through a community gathering or networking opportunity.

Sex Workers, Drug Traffickers, and Roaches...Welcome to the Nightmare!!?

This critique has been long overdue. I spent 3 years as a resident at Belmont Harbor and I will share my observations while attempting to remain as fair as possible. Here's what I found: PROS: 1) Location, Location, Location !! - This property 's ideally positioned in East Lakeview. You're mere steps away from lakefront paths, recreational areas, Belmont Harbor, and the dog-friendly beach. Downtown-bound transit 's conveniently a block away, including buses #136, 145, 146, and 151. #77 Belmont line stops directly in front of the building! Broadway, Halsted, and Clark avenue offer endless dining and retail options within walking distance. A 24-hour Walgreen pharmacy sits just 1 block away for emergency late-night purchases. 2) Dog-welcoming community - this property attracts many canine residents, making it ideal if you own a dog or simply adore them. Just keep Fido off the main elevator or you'll receive disapproving remarks from the building's manager - I'll elaborate on her shortly! 3) Residents are generally sociable - while You've got certainly problematic individuals like in any complex, most inhabitants are welcoming and approachable - predominantly young professionals and graduate students, so you'll appreciate the energetic atmosphere if you're fresh out of undergrad or pursuing advanced degrees. CONS: 1) Building Manager, Building Manager, Building Manager !!! During my 3-year tenure, I maintained cordial relations with the manager and got to know her quite well. Regrettably, that relationship deteriorated a lot in the final 6 months, reflecting grievances voiced by numerous other residents in earlier reviews. She demonstrates rudeness, aggression, abruptness, coldness, and generally poor interpersonal skills. What bothered me most, but, 's her deceptive and gossipy nature - she'll fabricate stories to your face while spreading (highly personal) information with other residents behind closed doors. plus, she's incredibly negligent; you must repeatedly request assistance to accomplish basic tasks like obtaining rent documentation or completing repair orders. She simply lacks the professionalism need to to oversee a property of this standard. 2) mgmt Company - exercise caution with mgmt interactions - they appear committed to extracting maximum fees through questionable penalties - I won't comment on the legality of air conditioning units mentioned previously, but their "penalty schedule" 's absurd. Too many $100 charges levied for minor infractions. also, mgmt disregards the Chicago Tenant Ordinance, so educate yourself about tenant protections before engaging with them. 3) Problematic residents - my neighbor was an absolute disaster!!!!! This individual operated a major narcotics operation from his unit, staying up all night either conducting transactions from his Anit or hustling outside the building, and at minimum 5 tenants can confirm witnessing this activity firsthand. He granted access to unsavory associates at random times throughout the night to distribute substances. building manager was aware and took no corrective measures (was she profiting from the arrangement???). rationale for his non-eviction eludes me. also, a resident on the floor above ran an escort service, constantly welcoming customers into the building for commercial purposes. That's certainly keeping with upscale living! She was also tremendously disruptive, instigating arguments with neighbors and vandalizing bikes at the storage area with paint spills - naturally, she denies responsibility. 4) Last major complaint was a severe roach invasion...I realize that's unpleasant...my entire floor was overrun and I observed them traversing hallway walls regularly. A post from 2003 at the conclusion of these testimonies mentioned this identical infestation and how monthly pest control visits failed to eliminate it - fast forward to 2008 and they're facing the SAME EXACT SITUATION!!!! Contract a different pest control company immediately. Residents claiming they never encountered these insects - consider yourselves fortunate. It's inevitable before they reach your unit. You've got additional grievances, but they're relatively minor and referenced elsewhere in prior evaluations, so I'll conclude this assessment and apologize for the length, though it was essential to document my decidedly frustrating tenure at Belmont Harbor Apartments. This building could be amazing and suitable for newcomers if you're willing to accept the aforementioned "drawbacks." but, if you're more established and anticipate premium conditions for your investment, I'd recommend looking elsewhere - you'll grow weary of the transient college atmosphere eventually.

Belmont Harbor Catastrophe.

Where do I even start. I relocated to Belmont Harbor in May 2009. initial problem involved my neighbors running a drug operation. Fortunately they disappeared overnight without warning. Then came the fitness equipment—actually multiple treadmills—sitting broken from May 2009 straight through December 2009. Denise, the previous property manager, was either fantastic or Twful. She seemed to have two completely different personalities. Some days she'd go out of her way to assist, most days she wouldn't. On the positive side, maintenance did solid work. They were reliable when handling repairs in your unit. Their approach to pets, but, 's clearly just designed to generate extra revenue. Standard practice at most pet-friendly buildings 's charging a one-time pet deposit that covers potential damage. Belmont Harbor instead tacks on an additional $50 monthly to your rent for each pet. This fee 's nonrefundable regardless of whether your animal causes any harm whatsoever. most serious issue at Belmont Harbor was bad safety measures. Three separate fires occurred during my time as a resident. first time, a firefighter had to kick down my door to evacuate me because fire alarms didn't function. During the second incident, I slept through everything. third time, smoke odor woke me up. fire alarm system simply didn't work. Numerous neighbors on other levels weren't even aware of the fires and never evacuated their units. These problems might be acceptable at an economical Lakeview rate, but at $875 monthly for a fairly cramped studio in Lakeview, this 's unacceptable. tenant population here 's extremely diverse—you'll encounter some genuinely wonderful young professionals and couples, but then there's a substantial chunk of residents who are absolutely unstable. It's truly unpredictable. I can't recommend moving here.