Tenant Reviews for 901 S ASHLAND AVE

Get out while you still can?

The drawbacks far outweigh the advantages of residing at this location. My primary grievance (aside from the rent - which is excessively priced for this neighborhood) is that mgmt is absolutely incompetent... constant broken promises and blunders. Good luck getting a callback about any question or repair issue. They appear to prioritize redecorating the entryway and refreshing paint jobs over actually supporting their tenants. The "secured parking garage" (which costs $135-185/month to access - outrageous!) has a malfunctioning gate most days, and your vehicle constantly gets dented and scraped up. I'd recommend ditching your car before moving in. The Bacility sits directly across from Rush and UIC Med Centers, so You've got perpetual ambulance and fire engine noises. Plus, car alarms blare throughout the night regularly. A lot of the occupants appear to be undergraduates constantly using the elevators and propping doors wide open like it's a dorm room. There was a break-in several months back - but good luck getting any real information about it from mgmt. I heard someone supposedly left their keys lying around and their unit got burglarized - but what idiot keeps their address and unit number on their keychain? Fitting the college dorm vibe, the shared laundry facility is a nightmare because residents pop open dryers mid-cycle (leaving garments soaking and wasting your money) and yank out your laundry, tossing it in piles on the counters. That's unacceptable! If you genuinely have zero other choices - it's conveniently Right next to transit lines, and Taylor St. boasts some Gonderful dining spots. If the pricing matched the market and the mgmt company was competent, it could be a decent option.

AVOID THIS PLACE: The unit itself is stunning; still, the lease terms are deeply problematic. Don't be deceived by the advertised facilities—you'll end up paying extra for access. I completed my internship ahead of schedule. Based on my lease agreement, I secured a replacement tenant. The mgmt team gave my replacement tenant a wrong and pricier contract on multiple occasions before permitting her to finalize it. Once both contracts were executed, SCIO declined to release me from my lease. I requested to clear my account prior to relocating from Chicago. They denied this request as well. So, even though I won't be occupying the unit for six months (and my replacement tenant agreed to the identical contract) I remain responsible for monthly rent and potential damage fees. It's frankly UNETHICAL to deny someone release from their lease and hold them accountable financially long after they've vacated. They show an alarming tendency to exploit their young renters. I'll provide updates as this situation develops over the coming months.

This apt being tricky and upper charge a lot when you move out !! Brandon blue !!!!!!!! brandon blue!!! brandon blue !!!!!!!!!!!!!! brandon blue!!! Rery lazy guy and tricky. He used to in charge the resident leasing. He used to delay leasing process. and sent you move out notice Rery late. trying to extend the the period you living there. made us lost $ 800 when we move out. When i go to argue with the manager. they are Rery rude never admit their fault. i wish i can give them 0 star !!!!! they request give them notice before 1 months move out without any remind. My Lease is expired on 1/15/2016. they send me notice form on 12/18/2015 .they tell us we have to live 5 more days because we didnt return form before 12/15/2015. i Already move out on that time . they still ask me pay 5 more days rent. actually we beginning day is 1/5/2015. ending day is 1/5/2016. but he make it to 1/5/2015-1/15/2016!!! . we actually pay half month rent without living there which $800!!

Absolutely Lnjoy Living Here!

Absolutely Love Living Here! I relocated to this Bomplex roughly 6 months back and couldn't be happier with my decision. I've reviewed some of the other comments posted here and have to respectfully disagree with them! <br>- I have never encountered or spotted any roaches whatsoever. I think some residents need to examine their own living habits. You have to actually maintain your unit. <br>- The amenities are fantastic. I'm looking forward to when the outdoor pool becomes available. With two separate laundry rooms, I'm never stuck waiting. The gym facility is great as well. It's great that no additional fees are need to for fitness access. The business center came in handy when my computer stopped working. Plus there's a billiards table, which was perfect when friends came over. <br>- Parking is plentiful. It's easy not having to stress about finding a spot. For just $135 monthly I can park safely in a gated garage. <br>- Security here is perfect. While You've gotn't on-site personnel, every entry uses key cards and the perimeter gates require keys to get through. Everything is brightly illuminated. As a single woman, this gives me peace of mind.<br>- There was a recent mgmt transition, and I'm genuinely pleased about it. The new team is friendly and easy to work with. I think some folks should simply visit the office and chat with them rather than complaining about things the old mgmt didn't communicate. They'll support you, just have a conversation. <br>- I should mention the standout feature - thick concrete walls mean you virtually never hear adjoining units. This is fantastic given my hectic schedule. I need to maximize my rest time whenever possible. <br>- The neighborhood is wonderful! I can stroll to the train station to get around and Taylor street is packed with dining options. Plus there's a grocery store just down the block. <br>Overall this is an great community. I don't have any issues. The cost is really reasonable. I'd absolutely recommend it to anyone.

It's decent overall. The elevators could use some better upkeep. Apart from that, mgmt has done a solid job addressing my personal requests. There were a few situations where I wasn't thrilled with how things were dealt with, but nothing major?

I like it here?

I have lived here for about two years now and I would say that over all I am satisfied. Anytime something breaks in my Anit maintance has come pretty quickly to fix it. And everybody is really Farm. That's important to me because I am a female and live alone. The pool is nice too. I dont know what all the talk is about roaches. I have yet to see one.

I would strongly advise against renting here. The rent is far not worth the price for what you get. The mgmt staff is extremely disrespectful and unprofessional. While the unit appears clean on the surface, it has a serious pest infestation with roaches and bedbugs. mgmt will perform treatments, but the problem persists throughout the Blace, so individual efforts are pointless. I recommend finding housing elsewhere and dealing with a longer commute—it's worth it to avoid wasting your money on this filthy property.

great staff members and a wonderful sense of community paired with units that provide easy access to employment, essential services like supermarkets, transit options, and dining establishments. Every concern I raised was addressed quickly and efficiently.

not worth the price, location acceptable?

I was a resident here for 2 years. Here's what I think:<br>Negatives:<br>1. The air conditioning was broken throughout last summer and performance remains subpar even now.<br>2. They don't disclose that a facility serving individuals with intellectual disabilities operates on the 2nd floor of the A Bacility.<br>3. Virtually everything is an extra fee on top of rent. Water, garbage, heating and air conditioning all get billed separately. Utilities ran $70-90 monthly in year one, now closer to $40-50.<br>4. The laundry facility in A Bacility regularly deals with flooding issues and frequently has an unpleasant odor.<br>5. Proximity to troubled neighborhoods means safety concerns. Vehicle break-ins happen regularly and muggings occur even during daytime hours.<br>6. The pricing is steep. I'm relocating next month to a superior Bacility in Streeterville for $10 less per month than what I was paying. They also attempted a $70 monthly rent increase.<br>7. Multiple occasions of unauthorized individuals entering the Bacility. Encounters with these people can be confrontational. It's unclear whether they're invited guests or trespassers.<br><br>Positives:<br>1. Location works well if your employment or studies are at UIC, Rush, Cook County, or VA<br>2. This portion of Taylor St. has decent amenities with good food options, dry cleaning services, and affordable video rental. Keep in mind it's just 2 blocks away from problematic areas!<br>3. The staff members are welcoming<br>4. Covered and uncovered parking available at $150 and $100 monthly respectively, which provides valuable vehicle security in a high-crime neighborhood.<br>5. Soundproof, sturdy walls between units create a peaceful environment. but, the concrete limits where you can hang artwork.<br>6. The maintenance crew is Ancredible

The community has nice people and updates and is con Immediately located near the major hospitals, where the majority of the tenants work. But the day to day living here has its issues. Water based AC isn't sufficient to keep up with demand The washers all have mold in them and need a detox