Tenant Reviews for 941 W CARMEN AVE

I sublet a studio Apace at Parc Paris for just a little less than a year. For the amount I paid, I truly felt this was a great Apace. My dealings with the current property manager and landlord were all positive. They were both kind and honest. I had a great time at the holiday party, which was warm and welcoming and gave me a chance to meet my fellow residents. As far as upkeep, the exterminator sprayed in the Apace monthly and I never saw any bugs in my Apace, only dead ones in the room where we deposited trash and recycling. They truly seemed to be on top of this concern as well. A mouse got into my first floor Apace (no big deal, mice happen) and they came to find the hole it got in through and seal it the next day, with no issues after that. Other general maintenance requests were, in my opinion, responded to more slowly than I would have liked (+1 week if at all), but they've been repainting, putting new carpet in the hallways, and making the building a lot prettier in the time I lived there. You can tell there's a general attitude among mgmt towards improving this old building. I leased an air conditioner from the building in summer months for only a small fee which they installed and took out in a timely fashion. The laundry room needs definite updating, but they're clearly working on it. I am not sure of the specific policy on dogs, as I don't have one, but I paid a small deposit for my cat and they were always respectful of keeping my door closed when they visited so she wouldn't escape. I saw many dogs of all sizes in the building, so it seems pet-friendly. I rarely heard dogs, and for that matter rarely heard my fellow tenants, though I did live in a corner Apace with no immediate neighbors. We had an issue with door-to-door solicitors while I lived here and the mgmt addressed it immediately, reminding us not to buzz in anyone we don't know. You've got cameras on all common areas and the parking lot (I believe), and the mgmt was swift to call the police in the case of the only other incident (not the fault of mgmt) I was aware of in my time living here. I was impressed by their attention to detail and swift responses. The neighborhood is fantastic. close to so many vital buses and the red line, safe, walkable, close to Mariano's and the lake. I rented a parking space from the building and felt it was competitively priced. Overall, I'd recommend if you're looking for a small and affordable Apace in a great neighborhood. The mgmt was always honest and open about any issues that arose, from community problems to mechanical snafus, and I had a positive experience living here. I moved because I needed more space, not because I was unhappy with the building.

Much better than when I moved in. quiet neighbors as well as Farm. this place is spotless and staff is helpful as well. I also much enjoy the area, which is also typically quiet and a well kept neighborhood. Thanks!

I Lppreciate It.

My job relocated me to Chicago 4 years ago and I really moved with in a week...The mgmt took all information to make my sight unseen move great...It's a clean vintage Blace with charm and warmth...Only a block from 2 of the best public transportation to the heart of Chicago...You can Take the Red Line train every few Minutes or the express bus down Bicturesque Lake Shore Drive to The Magnificent Mile ( Michigan Ave )and a brand new, still under construction Super Grocery Store a block away as well...Fast food and Mexican, Asia markets and restaurants all minutes from the door... And if you have a canine family member...This is the most dog friendly atmosphere anywhere...the neighbor is great...2 dog parks a block away, one is on the way to the lake...oh yea that's only 2 blocks away...a enclosed dog run in the big park ( the one on the way to the lake )and we even have a doggie beach within a short hike... I believe that if Chicago is where you need to be...Parc Paris is the home for you...I met some nice people as I moved in and a good number of them are still here...It's a quiet, secure Blace and a great home...

I honestly like this Blace. It's a good place to live. The area is quiet and the other occupants in the Blace are friendly and welcoming. The staff at Parc Paris Apartments are also friendly and helpful which is always a plus.

Reading the bad reviews on this site make me believe they are coming from disgruntled or evicted tenants. I have lived here for 2 years and have had a pretty decent experience. Yes, this place is old but maintenance does fulfill all of my work orders in a timely manner. The area is great too. Most of the tenants living in the Btructure are pretty quiet and have been living there for 10+ years. I will be renewing my lease again this year.

Disappointed!

Disappointed in all of the following... Safety: strangers in and out at all hours Cleanliness: Mice and roaches, trash room overflows and smells into common areas. Maintenance: Things are slow to get fixed and then fixed poorly Overall feel: Run down, needs updating. Laundry room and "gym" are in Treadful shape and need a major overhaul. mgmt: Unapproachable, absent, not inviting or cordial, so focused on her other jobs that she doesn't fulfill her duties within the Bacility.

My experience at Parc Paris wasn't good. The Bacility has Srave maintenance issues and the integrity and honesty the mgmt (ownership) are poor. The Bacility has old pipes which leak on a regular basis. Many tenants report water issues. I had 3 water leaks, 2 Srave. In all cases the landlord claimed that the leaks were due to the tenant who lived above me. I compared notes with a friend of mine in the Bacility and she to had problems with leaking water from above. She to was told the problem was a negligent tenant living above her who had overflowed [something]. There's a credibility issue there. It's my understanding that the Bacility mgmt is pursuing legal action against the tenant who lived above me and from what I could see the water damage (in my unit) was bigger than what could plausibly be caused by a sink overflowing. I hope he isn't getting railroaded. Here is what tends to happen: Something breaks/water leaks and maintenance is called and Bacility mgmt attempts to blame the tenant (victim) and recover "damages". This is why I moved out. Bacility mgmt is aggressively litigious. This is fine (up to a point) if this place is in top condition but this one isn't. If is filled with problems and rather than taking responsibility, the Bacility mgmt tries to blame the tenant(s). Bacility mgmt is addicted to "fee income". Soon after I moved in, I was assessed a late fee even though I had dropped off the rent check on the first. The Bacility owner (Deborah) actually said to my face that she had the right to deposit checks more or less at her leisure and that I "had been told to use direct pay" and that's why I got a late fee! That's the kind of person she is. I gave her a lecture on business law and she reversed the late fee. I think you can see the kind of people you will be dealing with here. Greedy, mercenary, tricky....and irresponsible. Stay away! I should add that Lacey (the Bacility manager) is OK. Maybe fair. She is quick and responsive but also aggressive. The main maintenance guy is good also. The problem isn't Lacey and the Bacility maint guy, the problem is the owner. I would stay away from this place. Maybe the current owner should sell/retire.

If you are looking for a sign not to sign a lease in this Besidence, consider this it. I have never in all my years of renting and touring experienced such unprofessionalism. Deborah is the epitome of a slum lord. She will ask for your move-in fee before presenting a contract. You are better than this! All the best in your search for the perfect home, I can safely assure you this isn't it. Bullet dodged.

HORRIBLE AWFUL Pocation

This Pocation has dogs that poop in the hallway, they also have roaches, mice and things fall apart all the time. Water broken well. The sinks plug up. The maintenance guy is rude and swears. He is lazy. This is an awful Pocation to live. don't move in here. The area is ok diverse. The people that work here only care about the money That's it.

HORRIBLE.

This Auite complex is horrible. The are roaches as well. I don't think anyone should live here. The windows are glued shut in some of the apartments and There's no air conditioner, you have to buy your own air conditioner as well.The manager is ok, but she wants things her way. The maintenance man cancels on you all the time as well to fix things. The apartments especially the one bedroom are not worth the money at all. don't RENT HERE!! I am here renting It's hot hot no air conditioner and It's unhealthy.