All 25 tenant reviews.

“3 positives. 1, it's quiet. I appreciate this the most considering I've lived in multi unit buildings before where the noise will drive you to move out asap. 2, it's convenient to get public transit into popular areas like Hyde Park and Downtown area. 3, the view is what sells this place and that's it!! Reading the past reviews I see that nothing has changed as far as the negatives are concerned. Parking is a joke!! The system that they use to keep track of the cars and spaces doesn't even make sense to the people who work there so I don't know why they don't change it. They really should consider getting a gate for the upstairs parking because cars parked closes to the main street are well secured. Not to mention anyone who comes to visit you will not have anywhere to park. There's no guest parking and trying to find street parking is difficult and dangerous! The guys who are supposed to be security should pretty much just be called front desk personnel. They are away from the desk way to much to provide efficient security for the building. It is very easy for the wrong person to find their way into the building because the tenants willingly let anyone in. The elevator's are a nightmare!! I refuse to go any higher than the 4th floor because I want to be able to use the stairs when needed and it is often needed. I'm not sure how they are coming up with the value of rent they charge for these units. The only thing valuable is the view and that's only if you have one. The kitchen and bathrooms and overall building itself has not be updated since the 70's.”

“ROACHES....ROACHES....ROACHES....ROACHES!! If the dangerous neighborhood, poor Security and Maintenance, lack of updates and Unprofessional Staff were NOT enough, thru all these years, I find I now have ROACHES in my Apartment coming in thru the Walls! They never update the units for current tenants, you have to move out then re-apply and move back in. So TIRED of seeing all the boxes of fake, plastic hardwood, new cabinets & such, only to find they are for empty units. They don't allow loyal tenants to move to upgraded apts unless your family has "increased". That is RIDICULOUS! Loyal, long term tenants should ALWAYS come FIRST! Gang signs on the elevators, Poor Parking, Outdated, Non-functional Laundry Washing Machines, this place is a JOKE. There are new developments in Hyde Park, South Loop, do yourself a favor and don't waste your TIME! ROACHES....ROACHES....ROACHES....ROACHES....ROACHES”

“Parking lot is a JOKE! So is "Security". I think that is why they changed it to "Courtesy Desk" because they know "Security" is nothing but a JOKE! I've seen cars left on bricks numerous times so I decided to put it out here online. I'm Thankful my car & myself made it out of SSBA unscathed! Your vehicles are NOT safe in the parking lot at SSBA! Factory Wheels or Custom Rims. BEWARE!!”

“Upon the first glance, this place seemed spectacular. Sadly, I must say that the only thing I will miss here is the view. 1) the staff are two highly unprofessional and lazy women who thrive off excuses and intimidation factors that elude any problems that may actually require any "work" on their behalf. 2) the elevator system is almost always faulty with at least one of the three out of order, usually on a weekly basis. 3)(Heavy washers beware) The laundry facility has faulty dryers that a. do not work b. (adding insult to injury) out of order signs are not provided, hence, the tenant must wash at their own risk. 4) (this is relative to both 1 & 3) if in the event that an issue shall arise from malfunction of the laundry facility,the tenant is beset with the burden of contacting the company responsible for repairs. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone who is too busy to constantly have your basic tenant rights challenged. Thank you.”

“I moved here in 2012.I thought it was a nice area but crime is so common. A thief stole my catalytic converter the week of Jan.15,2013. So I'm paranoid that they may hit again and therefore I'm consulting with an attorney to find out what my options are for breaking my lease.(it's up March 2013) I'm moving. I can't pay for stolen parts from my vehicle and pay rent to especially on a fixed income.(senior) They have circuit tv to monitor the underground parking lot but nothing for the outside lot.”

“We moved in Nov of 2010, and at first the area had me a bit concerned, but SSBA is like an apartment from up north brought to South Shore. The view is AMAZING (we have a city view, and when we move we will miss it SO much!) We've never had an issue with noise (we're on the 24th floor), anything that needed fixed or replaced was one phone call away and within a few hours maintenance would be there to fix it. The staff has been very welcoming, especially the leasing ladies. We park below ground so the harsh winter wasn't an issue last year, (but at our new place I am worried about that b/c we'll have street parking.) All in all, had SSBA been up towards Rogers Park and we would have stayed here forever, but with job transfers we have to leave :(”

“DRUG PROBLEM: I was appauled when I was walking down the east stairwell at South Shore Beach Apartments. There were weed bags, "blunt gutts"(insides) and packages on the stairs, I could hardly believe it. I guess this is the "spot" for people to meet & get high & whatever else the want to do. Obviously Lazy "Security" doesn't check the stairwells periodically for foul activities! No telling WHAT is going down in these stairwells! And "Maintenance" obviously doesn't clean up much back there, either! BEACH UPKEEP: When I stepped outside to get a breath of fresh air by the beach out back, I saw nothing but trash, old bags, empty liquor bottles, drug needles and old shoes, etc. Just a MESS! It looks so filthy out back, it's just DISGUSTING! Then again, I shouldn't be at all surprised, this building has the laziest "Maintenance" ever! They take NO PRIDE in their work, they actually run from it and give you dirty looks if you ask about it. I guess I haven't been missing anything but "filth" going back there. PARKING: WARNING - Monthly Parking rates almost double every year since there is a mandated cap on rent increases. Legally rent can only go up 20% in this city, so this building raises the parking costs unreasonably to make up for that. And rent is SURE to go up to the MAXIMUM! It's getting really ridiculous! Don't expect any protection for your vehicle when paying these exorbitant rates either. Vandalism is common in these lots, especially since Security is usually busy socializing at the front desk instead of watching what is going on. Don't expect Security to give you a "Courtesy Call" if your car has been vandalized either! You can come down two days later & never know how long your window was busted. In the future, parking will probably catch up with rent prices! If you have a car, realize you will be paying thru the roof and expect that 20% rent increase as well! TRESPASSING/LACK OF SECURITY: There is an old, dirty, crackhead man that picks thru building's garbage bins. Security NEVER says anything to him, it seems they encourage this since he is allowed to TRESPASS! Be sure to invest in a shredder, this "bum" could be a low-key identity thief! Just think what will happen if this rogue ever gets inside! I'm sure "Security" will be too busy to notice! RECEIVING ROOM: The receiving room is indeed an appreciated convenience, IF the worker is ever there during her expected/posted hours! You can find her out front hanging out, talking, walking randomly down the block of South Shore Drive, at home, everywhere but in that room. If you are lucky enough to find her in the receiving room during her posted hours, expect a small party inside. With so many people to entertain, she is quite the Socialite! Personally, I've only used this room a handfull of times in my years at SSBA. This is second hand info from a much reliable source I felt the need to share.”

“7447 SOUTH SHORE DR MANAGEMENT IS WITHOUT A DOUBT STUPID!!! LAST WEEK CHICAGO TEMPERATURES WERE HIGH ENOUGH TO BE CONSIDERED A HEAT WAVE. AS IF THE HEAT WAVE WASNT BAD ENOUGH, THE AIR CONDITIONING THAT COMES WITH THE APT WAS NOT WORKING.BEFORE I LEFT FOR WORK I CALLED THE MANAGEMENT OFFICE AND SPOKE WITH SOME LADY TO HAVE MAINTENANCE COME UP TO MY APT AND FIX THE PROBLEM. SHE ASKED IF I WUD BE HOME I TOLD HER NO BUT I WILL LEAVE THE DOOR UNLOCKED SO MAINTENANCE CAN ACCESS THE APT. AFTER A LONG DAY, AND A LONG DRIVE FROM WORK IN THE HEAT I COME HOME TO A HOT APT ONLY TO FIND THE AIR STILL NOT WORKING. AT THIS POINT OF COURSE THE MANAGEMENT OFFICE WAS CLOSED. I THEN CALLED SECURITY TO HAVE A MAINTENANCE GUY COME UP AND I ENDED UP WAITING ALL NIGHT FOR A MAINTENANCE GUY AND HE NEVER SHOWED!!! NEXT MORNING I WAS HOT AND TIRED AND I SAW A MAINTENANCE MAN IN THE HALLWAY ASKED HIM DID HE OR ANY OF THE MAINTENANCE MEN GET MY WORK ORDER FOR MY APT AND HIS RESPONSE WAS "NO THEY NEVER GAVE ME A WORK ORDER" THE "THEY" HIS REFERING TO IS THE MANAGEMENT STAFF THEY ARE AS INCOMPETANT AS THEY COME. I FINALLY TOLD HIM TO GO FIX THE PROBLEM AND HE DID AFTER A LONG NIGHT OF WAITING.HAVING A MAINTENCE MAN COME TO MY APT TO FIX A PROBLEM IS A SIMPLE TASK AND MANAGEMENT SHOULD HAVE WELL TAKEN CARE OF THIS ISSUE. THIS IS ONE OF THE MANY TIMES THE MANAGEMENT OFFICE HERE HAS NOT RESOLVED AN ISSUE. ENOUGH IS ENOUGH MY LEASE IS UP IN 2 MONTHS AND I WILL NOT BE RENEWING IT !!”

“I AM A TENANT OF THIS BUILDING AND LET ME JUST SAY INCOMPETENCE DOES NOT BEGIN TO DESCRIBE THE MANAGEMENT STAFF HERE.I SIGNED A 6 MONTHS LEASE AND MY LEASE IS UP IN A MONTH. NEEDLESS TO SAY I WENT TO THE MANAGEMENT OFFICE TO GIVE THEM MY 30 DAYS NOTICE BECAUSE THERE HAVE BEEN ROBBERIES IN THIS BUILDING AND I DON'T FEEL SAFE HERE ANYMORE AND THIS OVERWEIGHT WOMAN NAMED SHEIKH TOLD ME I CUD NOT MOVE BECAUSE SHE PUT ME DOWN FOR A 1 YEAR LEASE WHAT IS SHE CRAZY I SIGNED A 6 MONTH LEASE AND SHE PUT ME DOWN FOR A YEAR? I TOLD HER I HAVE THE LEASE THAT I SIGNED FOR 6 MONTHS AND SHE TOLD ME SHE DOESN'T CARE SHE PUT IT IN THE COMPUTER FOR A YEAR AND THEN HAD THE NERVE TO TELL ME I CAN'T MOVE BECAUSE THEN I WUD BREAK THE 1 YEAR LEASE THAT I DIDN'T EVEN SIGN FOR I'M GOIN TO TAKE LEGAL ACTION THEY DON'T RESPECT A LEGALLY BINDING CONTRACT SUCH AS A LEASE DON'T MOVE HERE”

“The blizzard snow storm that we got hit with was chicago's 3rd largest on record at more than 20 inches. It was rare and unusual storm with the wind shifting the snow in every direction constantly. Traffic came to a hold on Wednesday, februay 2nd, and only a hand full of cars were barely able to drive on the thursday, februay 3rd, with most of them getting stuck in the snow. Streets were closed Hollywood (lake shore drive) to 83rd south shore drive!!!!!!!! No traffic movement on the main street!!!!!!!! Driving on Thursday, February 3rd was not only DANGEROUS but also almost IMPOSSIBLE!!!!!!! I have been living in this building for so many years and I have witnessed snow storms and ground clean ups of snow. I must admit that the Staff of South Shore Beach Apts. did an EXCELLENT job in dealing with the severe blizzard of 2011. This fact has been mentioned not only by me, but also from other long residing tenants in the building.”

“Eventhough it is against the LAW, the lazy staff at SSBA continue to Smoke Cigarettes in the common areas, poisoning the tenants with deadly Cancer causing (carcinogenic) smoke. Tenants complain, yet it continues to occur. Management could care less of the well being of their tenants and the children. They don't care if they kill you or your kids with their smoking.”

“The big blizzard of 2011 was TUESDAY and although very severe, today IS THURSDAY and STILL NO WORD of plowing the snow from the parking lots! "Georgia" from the office (a lady with NO REAL PURPOSE) made excuse after excuse why they could not find anyone to plow the lot. Covering up the fact that they don't give a sheet. Then had the Audacity to tell me that they had guys shovel the front (yesterday) and they need some rest?? Lady PLEASE! There are 5 foot mountains of snow in the lot and tenants are unable to move their cars. WHY can't THEY find anyone to EVER shovel their lot?? No car, can't get to work, no work, no pay...then what SSBA? This is a parking lot that is almost $100 a month to park in! This LAZY MANAGEMENT couldn't care LESS about outdoor maintenance of the building and whether the tenants can or cannot get to work. All surrounding buildings on the block lots have been cleaned. You think they would try to hire someone from the surrounding buildings? Flag someone down with the right price...? PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE think TRICE before you consider renting a place at South Shore Beach Apartments. I wouldn't wish this treatment on ANYONE :-( Now that the big Blizzard is over, you think Maintenance would maintain the following snowy weather after enduring the huge mess but No! Maintenance is hanging out in the lobby reading newspapers while there is 1" THICK ice in the parking lots where the tenants have to work. If you ask for help, they give you attitude.”

“The pictures attached to this listing of garbage on the grounds of this building are not true. I have not seen these conditions since I moved in(7/2009. I origianlly live in the building about 10 years ago. Since then the management has been replaced. The management was the only problem I had. Now I am back and have a wonderful view overlooking Rainbow Beach. When I moved in my apartment was clean, new counter tops had been installed, good quality bathroom/kitchen fixtures, the carpet, although not new, was clean, free of stains and recently shampooed. The floor I reside on is very quiet. The halls and common areas are always clean. The current management seems to appreciate you being a resident.”

“My View, Beautiful!...”

“I have lived here for a year now. I came back to this building after living in Schaumburg for 2yrs. You can not find a better building on the south side. Waking up to the view every morning is well worth the rent. Maintenance request are immediately taken care of. I do wish they would update the laundry room. In the summer its really beautiful. I can work out every morning in the fitness room. The security officers are really nice.”

“THIS BUILDING SATISFIES ALL OF MY NEEDS AT THIS TIME.CAME ASKING FOR A GARAGE SPACE AND FREE HEAT, AND HAVE RECEIVED MUCH MORE.I HAVE ENJOYED MY APARTMENT AS WELL AS THE GENERAL PRIVACY THAT THE BUILDING PROVIDES.TENANTS SEEM TO CONSIST MOSTLY OF OLDER PROFESSIONALS:CTA ,POLICE,MEDICAL STAFF, RETIREES, STUDENTS,AND OTHERS. SO YOU HAVE A LOT OF PEOPLE HERE WHO WORK VERY HARD IN THEIR SERVICE AND WANT TO COME TO A SAFE, SECURE, AND COMFORTABLE HOME.THIS IS WHAT YOU HAVE HERE. THERE'S A GREAT MIX OF GENERATIONS, SO CONVERSATIONS USUALLY AROUND THE ELEVATOR OR LAUNDRY ARE FUNNY,REFRESHING AND INFORMATIVE. THE DOORMEN ,LEASING AGENT,MANAGEMENT TEAM, AND MAINTENANCE CREW ARE A GROUP OF PEOPLE WHO ARE CARING, GENUINELY CONCERNED, AND SUPERB AT RESPONDING TO ANYTHING YOU MAY NEED. THE NEWS LETTER IS WITTY AND HELPS TO KEEP A COMMUNITY FEEL. THE BUILDING RUNS LIKE A WELL OILED MACHINE. I DO WISH FOR MORE UP TO DATE EQUIPMENT IN THE FITNESS ROOM.”

“I simply cannot complain about anything, this building has offered me the comfort and security that I've ever received from an apartment community. If you get a chance to swing by you will see for yourself. While the builing is quite large it offers the most loving family atmosphere.How much more can I say - MY APARTMENT SPEAKS FOR ITSELF.......”

“I've been a tenant at South Shore Beach for 12 years and I absolutely love my apartment. Over the years I have seen many tenants leave, only to return to rent here again. The staff always is friendly and accomodating. Whenever there is a rare occasion when maintenance is needed, these problems are eradicated in a most timely fashion. The apartment are Beautiful, Modern, and Clean. The views of the lake and downtown area are Amazing and so are the great spring and summer breezes off the lake. The rates are reasonable for the amenities that you get. I appreciate the staff because they work so hard on upkeeping the property and also keeping the tenants satisfied. My floor is so quiet and rarely do I ever even see or hear any of my neighbors on my floor. My first time vistors to my apartment always cry in amazement at how awesome the views are. These apartments are the best I've seen in the city, beatiful even if you don't have a piece of furniture. It's Amazing!”

“I've resided in this building for 12 yrs. and have seen many neighbors move, only to return. There are many great things say about this property. Great views await you and in most units, you'll enjoy views of the lake front, Chicago skyline and beautiful spring and summer breezes. This building offers clean, modern and spacious apartments. The staff is friendly and punctual, by responding to any maintenance concerns in a most timely fashion. The rental rates are reasonable for the amenities that you get.”

“THIS IS ONE OF THE MORE BEAUTIFUL HIGH RISE APARTMENT BUILDINGS IN THE SOUTH SHORE AREA. THE BUILDING IS VERY WELL MAINTAINED. MANAGEMENT IN THIS BUILDING IS ONE OF THE BEST EXPERIENCE I'VE HAD AS A RENTER. THE SECURITY IS WELL LIKED AND WELL EXPERIENCED WITH THE TENANTS. IT IS A VERY VERY SAFE LIVING QUARTER. THE TENANTS ARE VERY WONDERFUL PEOPLE. IT CONSISTS OF ALL KINDS OF PEOPLE IN ALL WALKS OF LIFE. MANY OF THE TENANTS HAVE BEEN HERE FOR MANY YEARS. ALL PROBLEMS THAT ARISE HAVE BEEN TAKEN CARE OF WITH MAINTENANCE IN AMPLE TIME. MY EXPERIENCE HERE HAS BEEN VERY SATISFING. I WOULD RECOMMEND THIS PLACE TO ALL WHO HAVE ASKED OF MY EXPERIENCE HERE. I HAVE NO COMPLAINTS AND KNOW THAT OTHERS HERE FEEL THIS WAY AS WELL. THIS PLACE IS VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED WITH ME.”

“Do not move to this place. The building manager name is Kelly. He is Short cock eyed little punk who only care about money, and not the tenants well being. If you have a problem talk to his assistant Monica. She is the nices person in the world. But do not dare talk to his 3 "helpers" in the office. I know 2 of their names as Georgia, and the other is a obese women name Mary. Georgia is a liar, and a butt kisser who is about 90 years old, and if confronted by her bosses about a complaint u made to her she will lie to your face just to save her job. The obese women (Mary) clearly is someone from the projects who have no clue about office work. She will lose you rent money in a heart beat. Now the security. LMFAO! the worst security ever except big the Big guy. First lets talk about Mike, he is a complete idiot who just want to flirt with every women who walks through the front doors. Now when I lived there it was a newer security guy who worked nights named Harold. This Harold cat will be sleep at the front desk when you walk in, and looks like he is about 75 years old by the way he move. He is another complete idiot who have no clue about security. This place is a nice place to live when your inside you apartment, but dealing with management and security get you put in jail. That is why the police is always there. Just remember KELLY KELLY KELLY. Look for the short cock eyed dude, with his hands out waiting for your rent check.”

“was a renter hear 13years ago, came back to a newer management team that let me redo a unit to look very high end super happy.”

“When I Initially moved in,i assumed things would work out.The many criticisms people have levied against the building are true.My biggest problem is the lack of communication and basic customer service.The property manager is a jerk as someone suggested.I hate to play the race card with him but he is from the middle east and seems to have a problem with the mostly black renting core here.If you have a problem with the way you are treated by the majority of foreign business owners on the south side,don't move here.Aside from the sub par repairs and amenities,they just don't give a damn.The maintanece staff is ok.They just don't have the backing and resources that management could be providing them.For instance,the apartment below me complained of leaking in there apartment.After realizing the leaking was not coming from my apartment,they continued to come to my apartment every morning for about a week to do "repairs".There was obviously nothing wrong with my bathroom,but they probably were forced to keep coming up to go through the motions to apease the manager.They are caught in the middle and powerless to do anything. For the price you pay here for a 1 bedroom apartment,you might as well either buy a place or rent downtown were you can hold mangement more responsible for there actions.I believe they have begun to accept sec. 8 here because many of the more affluent people that rented here have moved on because of the piss poor communication,maintance,and overal cutomer service experience.They often take advantage of people in the building that live here because they assume most of "us" doen't know anything about the law.They take week at a time to finish reairs,use little common sence and compassion when dealing with tenant concerns and generally are mean spirited people.The secretary in the office in probably one of the most hateful and unhappy individuals I've ever met. The botttom line is that if your moving from the projects,this might seem like an upgrade,but for people who rent a place upwards of $1000,you'd think you'd get more for your money.At least some respect.This buiding could have been a nice place to live but the hostility of the managment staff is best not delt with.”

“I am a new renter at South Shore Beach Apartments. My move in was very well organized and I was welcomed to a fantastically made ready apartment on one of the higher floors. I am very pleased with my apartment and the building so far. This is going to be my home for a good while.”

“The building is very clean and nice the rent is very afforable nice view. They make sure no one gets in without getting buzz in by the tenant.”