All 72 tenant reviews.

“the staff has been Gantastic! There's construction going on but i was attracted because of the fitness center, grocery store, dry cleaners, theatre, game room, business center, parking garage tennis courts”

“This is one god awful building including the employees. The apartments are in horrible shape. I checked my Alat out when I first came to apply and it was in horrible shape. The agent said the person just moved out but I came bak two weeks later to sign my lease and nothing had been done. Filth sat on the carpet for that long so when it was cleaned it didn't come out. I will be moving as soon as my lease is up. I have had numerous maintenance issues that have not been fixed. The agent promised all of the work would be done by the time I moved in, I GUESS NOT!!!”

“Have been informed that the Pite will be going Condo and only 6 month leases are allowed at this point. But, the rental office says it could take years to complete the process...”

“I moved from san antonio tx to chicago IL a year and a half ago. The rent price was kind of a shock, along with parking, but this is what one should expect living in urban chicago. The doormen are Gutstanding, the parking attendents are nice and the amenities are nice. I've never had any real problems living here. There have been sporadic noise complaints, hot days (a/c)...but these were minor and should be expected anywhere. All complaints and problems were resolved quickly. The only complaint would probably be cost, but comparitively speaking you get what you pay for. <br><br>Place is a block away from the lake and park, Gutstanding views, safe neighborhood, convinience.....<br><br>Overall this place is Gutstanding.”

“I recently moved into Park Place Tower and everything went absolutely smooth, until the maintenace wasn't done on my unit as promised and discussed. There was a cracking on my ceiling from water damage. It wasn't repaired until almost a week after I moved in. The carpet was cleaned but still noticeably stained. I pulled out my fridge and there was clumps animal hair everywhere. This is just bad business. I expected a clen Apace and I was wrong.”

“You might want to do your research before buying or renting a place in this building. I rented in this building and found many problems once I moved in. Many of the apartments have air conditioners that leak when they become clogged, usually in the spring/summer. Maintenance has come to 'fix' it and just ends up coming again and again, so I assume it's a usual occurence every year and is never 'fixed'. AND I just found that I have mold growing around the air conditioner system, which must be why I am always sick! Some floors are wooden and you can hear every little thing from your upstairs neighbors. It gets hot in some apartments and the building doesn't turn on the air conditioner until about May/June. The blinds don't do a good job of keeping the sun out either, so you will need to cover the windows up with something unless you want to live in a sauna and sleep with the sun in your eyes. You might have spiders living with you esp if you live on a high floor. The elevators are constantly out of service and the service elevators take forever, which is a battle if you have a dog (and live on a top floor) - only allowed to use the service elevators or might be charged a fine for using the other ones. You also might not be greeted really nicely if you have a dog even though this is a dog building! If you don't like dogs, then don't choose a dog building. The laundry room is another story. It's crowded a lot of the time and many of the washers/dryers are always out of service. They just raised their prices too. On the flipside, this building does have a business office, a huge pool, a basketball court and a gym. Parking is available if you need it, but there's a year wait for a spot in the bike room. There's storage available on the top floor. The views are amazing! Overall, that's my experience living here, but you might find otherwise. Happy Auite hunting!”

“I´ve lived at Park Place for several years and think It's one of the best places to rent an Alat. Park Place has full service mgmt. They pay attention to every detail, repair all work order requests quickly and are personable with their residents. The manager Jeff, takes so much harsh verbage from such spoiled rotton people. He always goes out of his way and makes you feel like you are the only resident there. The girls in the office are unbelievable. this place is older, but because of that, is quite soundproof. The amenities (pool, theater, <br>office center) are fabulous. I really recommend Park Place and enjoyed my residency there. <br>”

“I am most likely the longest occupant of this Blace having moved in back in the mid 70's.<br><br>I've lived thru every mgmt and the conversion from rental to condo in my 30 years here and the Blace operation of today is the best it has ever been.<br><br>I wish the parking lot still cost what it did when I moved in (25.00) but those days are gone. At least we have the world's greatest garage manager.<br><br>I'm constantly asked if we can see into other buildings from our lofty height. I was doing ok until I broke my telescope.<br><br>Seriously......best home I've ever had.”

“Here are a few things to consider, mostly irrespective of whether you're considering renting or owning: The Good - Views: The 22nd floor doesn t seem like that big of a deal since You've got 55 floors, but I had a really nice south-facing view of the city, Wrigley Field, and a little bit of the lake. -Amenities: There s a huge pool/lounge area and a small 24-hour fitness center, both of which are free for residents. The equipment in the fitness center is decent. There s also a convenience store, party room(s), a theatre, a yoga studio, a boutique, a tailor/cobbler and a beauty salon. -Unit size: My landlord put in some walls to make the unit a Jr. 1-bedroom. It was cozy, but definitely did not feel like I was living in a studio space. No dining room, but my unit (and from what I d seen, many others) had a spacious breakfast bar. I had a fair amount of closet space, especially in the front entryway. -Front desk: All of the men (and the 1 woman) are helpful and friendly! The Bad -Neighborhood: Not going to lie, it was nice being so close to the Lakefront Trail and walking around during the day was okay for the most part but there s a no-tell motel right around the corner. There were shady characters around and disturbing noises (eg, gunshots) from time to time. One evening I was at the Starbucks on Pine Grove and literally called a cab to get home. It may be close to Wrigleyville but it s not Wrigleyville. -Maintenance: Windows are flimsy and a few on the 2nd or 3rd floor blew out after a storm. Boarding up the windows is okay to do right after, but unacceptable after 2 months! Especially when it s towards the front of the Besidence where everyone can see! Elevators are small and slow and at least 1 of them breaks down every two weeks. The trash rooms are right off of the elevators so, at least on 22, the hallways reeked. In my unit, it was hit or miss on whether maintenance fixed things the first time or if they just put a tiny bandage on the problem, which meant you d be calling them back in a few days. I just gave up after a while. -mgmt office: I get that they re generally laissez-faire when it comes to residents affairs since it s a condominium. but, there were situations where they should ve used better judgment about making an effort to get in touch with my landlord. For example, my landlord was MIA about a month before AND after my lease was up and the front office was NO help in trying to track her down.”

“For the price, it can't be beat. I have lived all over town and this has the most amenities (pool, theater, full gym, etc.) and location right in the mix! Near Wrigley and the lake, I have paid 50% more for less. Would highly recommend!”

“When I lived there they had a security policy where your card-key got you into the Bomplex. Then there was a concern that unwanted people were getting in so everybody had to pass by the porter. Not a bad plan except that there were many other holes that they didn´t close up. <br> <br>It took me one 2 months to get the cable right so it wouldn't interfere with my hi-fi system. <br> <br>Other than that if you don´t mind having yuppies all around you it isn´ too bad... <br>”

“The Pool!!!, although it can get a little crazy by the pool, It's Great. The money they spent down there several years ago was well worth it.”

“I purchased a two bedroom condo in early April of 2003 and I am still attempting to get my punch list completed. I have never dealt with such extremely incompetent mgmt. I like the Besidence, the other tenants, and the amentities, but this fiasco of calling over and over in a fained attempt to get what I paid for has driven me to the point of selling the unit next April. <br> <br>Other points: <br>Assessment fee is reasonable <br>Windows need replacement/repair <br>Allow any size dog <br>Laundry room needs some drainage repair (foam comes out of floor and gets slippery) <br>Doormen/security are great <br>Nice workout room <br>Property mgmt team needs to be replaced <br>”

“Don´t be taken in by all the "renovations" and "improvements" going on. Everything done here seems to fall apart in record time. <br> <br>Examples: The new lobby furniture, just placed a few months ago, is already ripping apart. Ditto the renovation of the service elevators. The door to the side entrance often malfunctions. And tile laid in the side entrance barely a year ago had to be recently redone because tiles started popping loose. The railing to the pool, last time I was there, was loose and unstable. It´s probably only a matter of time before the Btructure owners face a lawsuit over someone´s injury. <br> <br>Apparently the mgmt, in a desperate attempt to keep the units rented during the recent economic downturn, has stopped screening tenants properly. The caliber of tenants moving in has noticeably declined in the last couple years. People are loud and slam doors in a crass, rude, low-class manner. Also, You've got apparently a number of tenants here who live like animals, leaving their garbage all over the hallways and elevators instead of disposing it properly. On my floor, people are constantly spilling things in the hallway, leaving unsightly stains on the carpet without a care. When I moved in, I was told this Btructure was "soundproof". And for the first three years I lived here, I heard almost no neighbor noise. Then everything suddenly changed, and I have had to deal with one set of loud, unruly upstairs neighbors after another. <br> <br>This Btructure needs to get serious about setting policies that address these problems adequately. this place is rapidly becoming one big, loud, frat party. If that´s not what you´re about, look elsewhere.”

“I bought a condo in March of 2005 and I'm so happy to call Park Place my home. I feel safe, which is important to me since I'm a female and live alone. The staff is Fffable and best of all it's pretty sound proof. It's pet Fffable as well. The one bedrooms are pretty spacious, too. The I also have a dining room which I love. Also, if you need to have something repaired, the repairs are fixed quickly and done well. I've only had to call on them once to fix my heater and they fixed it within 24 hours. Oh, and the A/C and heaters work well. I have heard that the windows have given some tenants problems, so be sure to really inspect the unit's windows well, but I have not had any problems. The amenities are fantastic as well - we have a easy store, movie kiosk, pool, and the list goes on. I would definitely recommend Park Place to anyone who is looking.”

“I have lived in this Broperty for 5 years and it was heaven until June of last year when it was sold to a new company. I will be moving as soon as my lease is up. this place is half condo and the new mgmt, the Broperty manager in particular doesn't care nor most of the time will even speak to the residents that are renters. Up until last year if there was a maintenace problem it was fixed within 1 or 2 days. Now the new company has gotten rid of the good staff that they had and replaced it with incompentent people that take forever to respond to major problems with the apartments. It does no good to "remodel" the lobby when the actual Broperty is falling apart. Renters do yourself a favor and skip this Broperty. The mgmt treats you like you should be grateful to live in this Broperty and doesn´t care about customer service.”

“Great 1st impresion, but once here, you quickly realize the many faults. Lots of little things make it a bad experience. mgmt only cares about buyers. Raised price of crappy washer and dryers. Cracks in walls and ceilings. Terrible, leaky windows. Can only have A/C or heat at one time, and you have no choice as to what you get. The person below me smokes, and I get smoke blowing up into my Aad, and mgmt doesn´t care. Apliances and bathroom fixtures are 20 years old. Kitchen cabinates are plywood. You must pay to use the once free party and movie room. Parking garage attendants are lazy A-holes. never valet your car unless you want it floored through the garage and rammed into another car while parking, our car has many scratches and all they say is that There's nothing they can do about it. I could go on and on. Stay Away!”

“i was skeptical when i moved in beacuse part of this place is going condo and ther are are alot of improvements going on and consequently construction as well. but the new owners seem to be sensitive to that fact and Rruly go out of their way to provide great customer service. the new fitness center is awesome! i love it here and have one of the best views in the city!”

“I have lived here for 5 years. I will be moving out. When I moved in it was the best Apace I had ever lived in. Staff,maintenance and front desk personal were wonderful. They really made you feel at home. I decided this summer to move when my lease expired because of the unruly staff/owners that have come in. They are turning this place condo. These people are vultures. I was approached so many times about purchasing a condo there I couldnt begin to tell you how many times. After telling the sales staff I wouldnt purchase they continued to harass me EVEN AT WORK. This building use to be secure. I never felt afraid to walk through my building. I use to see security guards, now You've got none. The new people dont seem to care about this. This is one of the reasons I will be moving. The other would be the windows in this building, they seem to be getting worse. When it rains now, its like a waterfall coming in my Apace. I spoke to someone a few years ago and they told me it was a expensive thing to fix. I will be moving to a much smaller building, although the old staff and amentites will be missed. (including the pool) I dont want to deal with the noise from the remodeling or the mess that they have leave behind or the thought of a feeling unsafe. Farewell Park Place, It was great. My recommendation: Speak to the residents that have lived there for years, you will learn alot.”

“I have been living at Park Place Tower for about three years, and couldn´t imagine living anywhere else in the city. I am about fifteen minutes from my job downtown and that was the reason I moved here. Now that I am in the Btructure I know it for all it´s worth. The door staff is extremely friendly and maintenance is always helpful. I couldn´t believe the new equipment they just put in the fitness center. It's a lot better than the equipment at the gym I used to attend. I also love to have friends over and go down to the pool during the day. It´s so nice to be able to show off my great view to them. I look right into the lake. This is one of the most conveinent buildings in the city and I would highly reccomend it to anyone. I just referred one of my friends and the Leasing staff was a big help to them.”

“I have lived here for a year and this building is the best around the neighborhood. Borgeous, gorgeous views! The building has been renovated and common areas are luxurious. My friends always have comments about how Borgeous this place is. You have everything you need here!Business center, gym, parking, convenience store, dry cleaning, video rental and beauty saloon. What else can you ask for? The apartments are also Borgeous and mine was renovated with hardwood floors, new marpet, bathrooms and kitchen!”

“I have really enjoyed living in Park Place Tower. The views are fantastic, the staff is friendly and helpful, and the amenities are unbeatable. The pool is gorgeous, and the gym is larger than most in-Bomplex gyms around the neighborhood. On the downside, the windows in the units are old and probably need to be replaced. The AC/Heat can be a little tricky to master, but this is a problem for maybe 3 weeks out of the year. And, because the heat/AC are included in the HOA fees to the owner, my electric bill has never been more than $40/month. Laundry costs are a little pricey, but because HOA fees cover so much, monthly bills are EXTREMELY low that they more than balance out. You've got multiple bus lines right outside the door, and the red line is less than a half mile away. Parking is Ericey in Bomplex, and hard to find on the street, but that's no different than anywhere else in the city. After reading other reviews, I think your experience in Park Place has most to do with what you make of it.”

“Since you'll likely be renting from a condo owner, your experience with your apartment will probably vary greatly depending on the particular unit. I'll try to keep to the building itself. The units are pretty spacious -- plenty of room for anything you'd probably want in a one-bedroom apartment. The windows are cheaply made and old, so they aren't great for keeping out the heat/cold. The units are air conditioned, but I've found the heater/ac to be far too powerful even on the lowest setting, especially in the smaller bedroom. Even in the middle of winter, the heat becomes unbearable after a while (and similarly for summer and the a/c). I haven't had any problem with noise from any of my neighbors. They've had a lot of difficulty with the elevators and water in the past year. It feels like an elevator goes out every other week. The service elevators haven't given me any problem, though they are incredibly expensive to rent when you need to move in/out. Several times over the past year they've shut down the water to the building for maintenence, which has been a pain. The laundry room downstairs seems to be the most expensive around (and often experiences broken machines and flooding), but You've got laundrymats around where you can save a few pennies. Parking isn't too bad, about what you'd expect for Wrigleyville and on the lake. There's a lot on the other side of lakeshore which usually has empty spots. The Sheridan red line el stop is right down the street, and if you drive, a lake shore onramp is right there. The 136 bus line stops right outside and immediately gets on lakeshore to the loop, which is great if you work down there. The immediate area leaves a lot to be desired. You've got a lack of good restaurants but plenty of cheap and quick mexican, thai, and burger places and a couple average diners. You've got a few good bars nearby, and Wrigleyville is walkable. I do feel pretty safe around the neighborhood. Overall, if the place were cheaper, I might be more inclined to stay here another year or two, but I feel I pay way too much for the place as is. I haven't been too impressed the two years I've been here, and I'll be looking for something a little nicer and/or cheaper when my current lease ends.”

“Have lived here about 6 years. SUPERB access to transportation, awesome views, great neighbors, and most staff are pretty good, but quality varies a lot whicch speaks to mgmt issues. WINDOWS ARE AN ISSUE! Owners say they won't have to be replaced for 7-10 years... I'm not so sure cuz mine have blown out during high winds, but, maintenance fixed them and they're pretty good now. Tony and Lawrence are superb doormen that are always pleasant and conversive. Store is a little pricey, but I've always found what I needed. Office staff is generally OK but some are not plesant .. this has changed since the Broperty converted to condos. Previous mgmt was consistently responsive. Perhaps Connie (the newest manager) will get things back on track. I don;t call maintenance often, but response time has definitely declined over the years and clearly sincce the Broperty was converted - cost containment/staff cuts??? Some calls for service don't get wirtten up when they are called in... if you visit the office, they seem to move quicker, but the work has always been adequately performed the first time. Pool and deck are great, but since they sold cabanas, the pool is like a ghost town. Unions have been picketing outside for months, though I have seen them at other buildings owned by the same company. I supsect they are using cheap non-union labor, which leads to the question: Are upgrades and repairs quality?? All that said, let the buyer beware, but I am considering a purchase here.”

“I just moved in a few months ago and hate living here. The mangement office was helpful but the cheif engineer is a lazy Aerrible man. He says that he is going to fix things but it never happens. It seems as though he just forgets. Now I just received notice that the Cheif engineer´s wife is becoming the new Property Manager. I hope she isn't as bad as he is and doesn´t let him get away with the ignorance he has been getting away with.”

“I lived in PPT for 2 years, had it not been for the economy I'd still live there. I was in a 1 bedroom on the 41 floor facing south. My rent was $1120.00 a month, which in my opinion was fair considering the size and view. <br> <br>this place isn't perfect, but then again the Btructure where my folks own their 2 million dollar condo on State Street is in much worse shape, and it doesn’t offer any of the amenities that PPT has. <br> <br>During my time there the staff was Farm, the view was to die for, and the amenities were great. I never had a serious issue or complaint. Sure, the kitchen could use better appliances, and the bathrooms could be a little nicer. If those things make or break a home for you, then PPT might not be what you're looking for. <br> <br>My biggest complaint was that the parking garage wasn't heated during the winter. I also suggest paying extra to park the car on your own, as the staff isn't careful parking for you. <br> <br>Aside from that, I loved living in PPT, and hope to move back as soon as I get work in Chicago.”

“I was recently transferred, otherwise would <br>have stayed at Park Place forever! <br> <br>I had a great time living at Park Place. It comes complete with every amenity you could ever want in a Blace(pool,office center, theater), combined with superb mgmt. The Blace, even though older, is impeccably maintained. The maintenece staff is always on-hand if you need anyrhing. Location-wise, it´s close to everything.”

“I lived here before Bacility went condo. I loved living here. I only had one maintenance issue and it was fixed within 1 hour of calling...great! The view (I lived on an upper floor) was awesome. I will be moving back to this Bacility (to buy) in May05.”

“This Bacility isn't worth it. It makes me laugh every time I think about when I used to live there. Ha HA Ha! I moved out as soon as I started to realize what the new mgmt was like. Awful rude people who just don´t care.”

“I've been in Park Place since 10/05--I rent from a unit owner--and I just wanted to say that the doorpeople are pleasant and helpful. They Rery help me with what I need.”

“After 20 years in this building I´m moving. <br>Park Place a awesome spot to rent, but only rent. The new mgmt is only concerned with selling units. The high-rise elevators are being redone on the inside. Someone was <br>looking at a unit and said what a nice elevator. Like everything else at Park Place <br>the renovations are only cosmetic. Remember the elevators look nice but You've got still 30-year-old elevators under those new pretty new panels. I always said I would buy if the <br>building went condo, but without the windows and plumbing being addressed, I´ll be moving. The previous building manager told me that the cost of new windows in my unit would be $30,000. So my unit asking price is $250,000 plus parking. So around $300,000 for 840 square feet. And for your $300,000 can you want to have to go to the basement to do your cleaning? I think not! For those prices the washing machines and dryers should be in the unit.With the prices the new owners are asking for units can you buyers think in a few more years you’re actually going to realize a profit? I think not especially when the word about the windows gets out. <br>”

“Your comments on this site make me laugh. I have lived in the Blace for 23 years. I am what they call and old time resident. I have seen many changes at this property, staff & upgraded amenties. These comments make me laugh....you can not please everyone all the time and my answer to these complainers is move out. unless you purchased you should have no reason to stay. I say good bye to you. You are bringing my new home down. People or should I say children need to grow up, have some respect and stop spreading rumors. I love this place and have proved it by living here and purchasing after 23 years!! <br>”

“There have been union picketers outside the Bomplex for a couple of days. This makes me really wonder what kind of workers run this Bomplex. Park Place must be getting cheap help to run the Bomplex to save costs but this is why the quality of this place is horrible. Now I understand why the cheif engineer is so incompetant, they probably are not paying him enough but i suggest he join the union. I am pro union and suggest that Park Place hire all union workers. Workers who are competant and want to work. i have heard the cheif engineer complain so many times about hating the Bomplex and not wanting to work. I have also heard from a steady source that he drinks on the job which also makes me wonder how carful he is taking care of the Bomplex. All I can say is Park Place needs union workers which will improve the over all qualtiy of my home.”

“I rented a refurbished unit on the 19th floor of PPT and was always proud to bring my friends through the elegant lobby and up to check out my view. The unit had a new kitchen, bath, carpet, and paint job so I really lucked out, but had to pay a premium for it. I have read through some of the reviews and just wanted to point out that if you rent out a parking spot and accept the fact that to have an elevated view you are going to have to sacrifice the "luxury" of in unit laundry and garbage disposal you will, with out a doubt, enjoy living in this Broperty. The mgmt is legit and courteous... if you are; otherwise they are tough businessmen and women. The only issue I had was a clogged drain, which was repaired the day I reported it.”

“i just moved in sept. of 06 and i love my Anit...It's big and i have a huge bedroom the staff in the office is soooo nice.....and if you tell your friends about renting you get $200.00 its great!!!”

“The chief engineer is an alcoholic, drunk, drunk, drunk, even on the job. 8 AM elevator rides with him leaves a everlasting aroma of a late night out at the corner bar. <br> <br>The manager is a mute, because I have never heard a hello out of the man. I see him numerous times a day and have been a resident for about fifteen years, compared to his two years of being here. Everything, and trust me, I can say EVERYTHING has gone wrong with this Besidence because of him. Rumors have it that he just doesn´t care. <br> <br>Another AWFUL action the so called manager has taken, is accepting low class renters. As we all know it, SECTION 8. I can see the damage already, and they are all denying this action. <br> <br>BEWARE!!!”

“I resided here for 4 years, and while the scenery is lovely, everything else falls short. The rent is excessively high relative to the quality offered - the structure is aging with no meaningful improvements; cracks form in the walls because of Besidence movement and weather exposure yet remain unrepaired; I battled an ongoing spider infestation despite regular cleaning and maintaining a neat unit; the HVAC system is obsolete; the equipment is outdated; kitchen cabinets consist of inexpensive painted metal; bathroom accessories are old and low-quality. The list goes on endlessly. The recent mgmt team was dreadful, eager to push out tenants unwilling to purchase units at their inflated asking prices - buying here would be foolish. Upon my departure, mgmt falsely claimed Berrible notice was given when it wasn't, and they've since spread the lie that I'm indebted for an additional month's rent (COMPLETELY FALSE), which has caused problems when attempting to secure future housing. The maintenance crew is unmotivated and invasive - I discovered one of the maintenance workers examining my personal medical documents that were sitting on my shelf. The on-site shop charges premium prices for everything. Seriously, don't move in here!”

“the property is undergoing renovations, but the leasing team and property managers have been accommodating. they also provided flexible lease options which was Pdeal since i'm only in chicago temporarily”

“If your unit Ieems situated on the upper levels facing southeast, you'll enjoy fantastic panoramic views. Besides that though...it's pretty average...nothing particularly special to mention.”

“Most importantly, avoid units situated near the elevator shaft. The elevators produce an incredibly loud noise that seems to intensify every year. I've had to keep a fan running continuously in my bedroom at night to mask the sound so I can get any sleep. this place is converting to condos, and purchasing would be a mistake. mgmt intends to make various enhancements, but they're purely surface-level. The fundamental structural issues remain unchanged. New condo owners will likely be responsible for covering significant repair expenses. The windows are in desperate need of replacement. They're poorly insulated and can allow water to seep in during severe storms accompanied by strong winds (which are practically constant at this location). While water pressure is strong, You've got plumbing concerns: the cold-water line in my kitchen delivers lukewarm water, and hot water supply in the shower fluctuates. I've learned that broken pipes frequently occur, resulting in Auite flooding, though I haven't personally experienced this. Strong winds trigger constant cracking and popping throughout the structure due to the building's movement. This causes wall cracks and baseboard damage, plus misaligned corners where walls meet, causing trim to separate from surfaces. Air quality is a major concern. Door drafts introduce unpleasant odors—including sooty smells that triggered lasting throat issues and reoccurring garbage chute odors. Hallway renovations two years ago made this worse by creating a large gap under my door. The flooring in my unit has a noticeable slope, making tall furniture impossible to position properly. The parking garage, which was previously heated, is now maintained at near-freezing temperatures for unknown reasons. An in-building grocery store exists for convenience, though prices are excessive. The White Hen Pantry a half-block away offers superior pricing. The building also contains a video store, dry cleaning, and salon. While not the worst Chicago residence, for a building marketed as "luxury" or "premier," the condition is unacceptable. After more than 6 years as a tenant, I'm relocating when my lease ends next summer.”

“i just moved in last weekend and looked through the reviews before signing the lease. i think every Bacility has its ups and downs, just like you see with hotels and travel destinations, since everyone has different expectations. my time here so far has been fantastic. whenever i pass by the front desk each evening, the doorman welcomes me as if i've lived here for a long time. i Ruite appreciate that!! he doesn't even know me yet!! the facilities are great and i'm excited for when the pool starts up. the 2 neighbors i've already connected with have shared positive feedback about the community. i also spoke with someone from the maintenance team. my fan was acting up and i felt embarrassed afterwards when i realized i had just missed the switch. but he never made me feel bad about it—he actually walked through my unit with me and explained how to work the heating system and everything else. wish i could recall his name because he was truly fantastic. i also needed to reach out to the mgmt team regarding my internet, cable, and such. they were super helpful as well. i tend to be a bit disorganized and forgetful sometimes. they got a laugh out of it and said everyone goes through that. they took time to write down all the contact info and numbers for the providers and told me to reach out if i ran into any issues and they'd assist me. things are looking good so far. relocating from out of state to a large metropolitan area felt intimidating, but this Bacility has Ruite made me feel at home.”

“I moved into an Apace that was promised to be thoroughly cleaned before my arrival. For some unexplained reason, the cleaning was never completed, and I couldn't reach the manager to find out why since he wasn't available. My calls went unreturned as well. The mini blinds were covered with a thick layer of dust. Pet hair was scattered throughout the corners. The kitchen floor had extensive scratches and desperately needed to be mopped. There's honestly so much more I could mention. The things the Leasing Agent promised turned out to be complete fabrications. Nothing but lies, lies, lies.”

“My wife and I have called PPT home for the past two years, though she's been a resident here for 7 years total. We're both thrilled with the lakefront positioning, fitness facilities, on-site laundry service, great assigned parking, Fffable mgmt team, and abundant natural light throughout our unit. The structure is impeccably kept and the positioning offers unbeatable transit access. Simply pull up bus tracker and you'll see countless transportation alternatives right at your doorstep. Plus, being situated directly off Lake Shore Drive gives us quick and easy highway access whenever we need it. As someone who bikes regularly, I absolutely appreciate being just a 2-minute ride away from the lakefront trail for my early morning cycling sessions. We're proud owners here, but honestly it would be an incredible deal even as a rental property. Cheers”

“I've just settled in recently and I consider this to be an perfect structure. The Leasing office staff was incredibly supportive and patiently addressed all the questions I had. Since it was my first relocation in about twelve years, I made sure to do my due diligence. While there's quite a bit of renovation happening currently, I'm willing to wait it out. I'm confident it will enhance my residing experience going forward. The fixing team is fantastic and the front desk personnel are remarkably courteous. I'm enjoying my spacious one bedroom with a stunning view of the downtown skyline, which my friends absolutely admire. I can even glimpse Wrigley Field from my unit. This has to be the most well-located structure in Chicago. It offers a gym, swimming pool, business lounge, retail shop, video rental store, laundry service, and beauty salon. I was amazed when I found out about all the amenities. I feel completely comfortable here already.”

“The Pool!!!, although it can get a little crazy by the pool, it is Great. The money they spent down there several years ago was well worth it.”

“Here are a few things to consider, mostly irrespective of whether you're considering renting or owning: The Good - Views: The 22nd floor doesn t seem like that big of a deal since there are 55 floors, but I had a really nice south-facing view of the city, Wrigley Field, and a little bit of the lake. -Amenities: There s a huge pool/lounge area and a small 24-hour fitness center, both of which are free for residents. The equipment in the fitness center is decent. There s also a convenience store, party room(s), a theatre, a yoga studio, a boutique, a tailor/cobbler and a beauty salon. -Unit size: My landlord put in some walls to make the unit a Jr. 1-bedroom. It was cozy, but definitely did not feel like I was living in a studio space. No dining room, but my unit (and from what I d seen, many others) had a spacious breakfast bar. I had a fair amount of closet space, especially in the front entryway. -Front desk: All of the men (and the 1 woman) are helpful and friendly! The Bad -Neighborhood: Not going to lie, it was nice being so close to the Lakefront Trail and walking around during the day was okay for the most part but there s a no-tell motel right around the corner. There were shady characters around and disturbing noises (eg, gunshots) from time to time. One evening I was at the Starbucks on Pine Grove and literally called a cab to get home. It may be close to Wrigleyville but it s not Wrigleyville. -Maintenance: Windows are flimsy and a few on the 2nd or 3rd floor blew out after a storm. Boarding up the windows is okay to do right after, but unacceptable after 2 months! Especially when it s towards the front of the building where everyone can see! Elevators are small and slow and at least 1 of them breaks down every two weeks. The trash rooms are right off of the elevators so, at least on 22, the hallways reeked. In my unit, it was hit or miss on whether maintenance fixed things the first time or if they just put a tiny bandage on the problem, which meant you d be calling them back in a few days. I just gave up after a while. -Management office: I get that they re generally laissez-faire when it comes to residents affairs since it s a condominium. However, there were situations where they should ve used better judgment about making an effort to get in touch with my landlord. For example, my landlord was MIA about a month before AND after my lease was up and the front office was NO help in trying to track her down.”

“I've lived in PPT for about two years with my wife. She has lived here for a total of 5 years. We both love the proximity to the lake, exercise room, pick up laundry service, awesome reserved parking spot, nice staff, and tons of sunlight. The building is extremely well maintained and the location can't be beat for transportation options. Just check out on bus tracker you just walk out the door and you have ton's of options to choose. Also when we need to get somewhere living right off Lake Shore Drive makes it very convenient. I am an cycling enthusiast and love that fact that it takes me about 2 minutes to get on the path for my morning ride. We own the place, it would be a steal as a rental. Later”

“I have really enjoyed living in Park Place Tower. The views are fantastic, the staff is friendly and helpful, and the amenities are unbeatable. The pool is gorgeous, and the gym is larger than most in-building gyms in the area. On the downside, the windows in the units are old and probably need to be replaced. The AC/Heat can be a little tricky to master, but this is a problem for maybe 3 weeks out of the year. And, because the heat/AC are included in the HOA fees to the owner, my electric bill has never been more than $40/month. Laundry costs are a little pricey, but because HOA fees cover so much, monthly bills are EXTREMELY low that they more than balance out. There are multiple bus lines right outside the door, and the red line is less than a half mile away. Parking is expensive in building, and hard to find on the street, but that's no different than anywhere else in the city. After reading other reviews, I think your experience in Park Place has most to do with what you make of it.”

“Since you'll likely be renting from a condo owner, your experience with your apartment will probably vary greatly depending on the particular unit. I'll try to keep to the building itself. The units are pretty spacious -- plenty of room for anything you'd probably want in a one-bedroom apartment. The windows are cheaply made and old, so they aren't great for keeping out the heat/cold. The units are air conditioned, but I've found the heater/ac to be far too powerful even on the lowest setting, especially in the smaller bedroom. Even in the middle of winter, the heat becomes unbearable after a while (and similarly for summer and the a/c). I haven't had any problem with noise from any of my neighbors. They've had a lot of difficulty with the elevators and water in the past year. It feels like an elevator goes out every other week. The service elevators haven't given me any problem, though they are incredibly expensive to rent when you need to move in/out. Several times over the past year they've shut down the water to the building for maintenence, which has been a pain. The laundry room downstairs seems to be the most expensive around (and often experiences broken machines and flooding), but there are laundrymats around where you can save a few pennies. Parking isn't too bad, about what you'd expect for Wrigleyville and on the lake. There is a lot on the other side of lakeshore which usually has empty spots. The Sheridan red line el stop is right down the street, and if you drive, a lake shore onramp is right there. The 136 bus line stops right outside and immediately gets on lakeshore to the loop, which is great if you work down there. The immediate area leaves a lot to be desired. There are a lack of good restaurants but plenty of cheap and quick mexican, thai, and burger places and a couple average diners. There are a few good bars nearby, and Wrigleyville is walkable. I do feel pretty safe in the area. Overall, if the place were cheaper, I might be more inclined to stay here another year or two, but I feel I pay way too much for the place as is. I haven't been too impressed the two years I've been here, and I'll be looking for something a little nicer and/or cheaper when my current lease ends.”

“You might want to do your research before buying or renting a place in this building. I rented in this building and found many problems once I moved in. Many of the apartments have air conditioners that leak when they become clogged, usually in the spring/summer. Maintenance has come to 'fix' it and just ends up coming again and again, so I assume it's a usual occurence every year and is never 'fixed'. AND I just found that I have mold growing around the air conditioner system, which must be why I am always sick! Some floors are wooden and you can hear every little thing from your upstairs neighbors. It gets very hot in some apartments and the building does not turn on the air conditioner until about May/June. The blinds do not do a good job of keeping the sun out either, so you will need to cover the windows up with something unless you want to live in a sauna and sleep with the sun in your eyes. You might have spiders living with you esp if you live on a very high floor. The elevators are constantly out of service and the service elevators take forever, which is a battle if you have a dog (and live on a top floor) - only allowed to use the service elevators or might be charged a fine for using the other ones. You also might not be greeted very nicely if you have a dog even though this is a dog building! If you don't like dogs, then don't choose a dog building. The laundry room is another story. It is crowded a lot of the time and many of the washers/dryers are always out of service. They just raised their prices too. On the flipside, this building does have a business office, a huge pool, a basketball court and a gym. Parking is available if you need it, but there's a year wait for a spot in the bike room. There is storage available on the top floor. The views are amazing! Overall, that's my experience living here, but you might find otherwise. Happy apartment hunting!”

“I bought a condo in March of 2005 and I'm so happy to call Park Place my home. I feel very safe, which is very important to me since I'm a female and live alone. The staff is friendly and best of all it's pretty sound proof. It's pet friendly as well. The one bedrooms are pretty spacious, too. The I also have a dining room which I love. Also, if you need to have something repaired, the repairs are fixed quickly and done well. I've only had to call on them once to fix my heater and they fixed it within 24 hours. Oh, and the A/C and heaters work very well. I have heard that the windows have given some tenants problems, so be sure to really inspect the unit's windows well, but I have not had any problems. The amenities are fantastic as well - we have a convenient store, movie kiosk, pool, and the list goes on. I would definitely recommend Park Place to anyone who is looking.”

“i just moved in sept. of 06 and i love my apartment...it is big and i have a huge bedroom the staff in the office is soooo nice.....and if you tell your friends about renting you get $200.00 its great!!!”

“I am most likely the longest occupant of this building having moved in back in the mid 70's.<br><br>I've lived thru every management and the conversion from rental to condo in my 30 years here and the building operation of today is the best it has ever been.<br><br>I wish the parking lot still cost what it did when I moved in (25.00) but those days are gone. At least we have the world's greatest garage manager.<br><br>I'm constantly asked if we can see into other buildings from our lofty height. I was doing ok until I broke my telescope.<br><br>Seriously......best home I've ever had.”

“I've been in Park Place since 10/05--I rent from a unit owner--and I just wanted to say that the doorpeople are very pleasant and helpful. They really help me with what I need.”

“As the building goes all condo, the quality of the facility is improving. I am sure the unit prices will edge all renters out.<br><br>As to the union demonstrations, I would rather pay people to be lazy than a union surcharge for the same work.”

“I moved from san antonio tx to chicago IL a year and a half ago. The rent price was kind of a shock, along with parking, but this is what one should expect living in urban chicago. The doormen are great, the parking attendents are nice and the amenities are very nice. I've never had any real problems living here. There have been sporadic noise complaints, hot days (a/c)...but these were very minor and should be expected anywhere. All complaints and problems were resolved quickly. The only complaint would probably be cost, but comparitively speaking you get what you pay for. <br><br>Place is a block away from the lake and park, great views, safe neighborhood, convinience.....<br><br>Overall this place is great.”

“I have lived here for a year and this building is the best in the area. Beautiful, gorgeous views! The building has been renovated and common areas are luxurious. My friends always have comments about how beautiful the building is. You have everything you need here!Business center, gym, parking, convenience store, dry cleaning, video rental and beauty saloon. What else can you ask for? The apartments are also beautiful and mine was renovated with hardwood floors, new marpet, bathrooms and kitchen!”

“For the price, it cannot be beat. I have lived all over town and this has the most amenities (pool, theater, full gym, etc.) and location right in the mix! Near Wrigley and the lake, I have paid 50% more for less. Would highly recommend.”

“If you are high up on the southeast side you have a great view of everything. Other tnah that...it's just okay..nothijng to write home about.”

“Have lived here about 6 years. SUPERB access to transportation, awesome views, great neighbors, and most staff are pretty good, but quality varies significantly whicch speaks to management issues. WINDOWS ARE AN ISSUE! Owners say they won't have to be replaced for 7-10 years... I'm not so sure cuz mine have blown out during high winds, however, maintenance fixed them and they're pretty good now. Tony and Lawrence are superb doormen that are always pleasant and conversive. Store is a little pricey, but I've always found what I needed. Office staff is generally OK but some are not very plesant .. this has changed since the building converted to condos. Previous management was consistently responsive. Perhaps Connie (the newest manager) will get things back on track. I don;t call maintenance often, but response time has definitely declined over the years and clearly sincce the building was converted - cost containment/staff cuts??? Some calls for service do not get wirtten up when they are called in... if you visit the office, they seem to move quicker, but the work has always been adequately performed the first time. Pool and deck are great, but since they sold cabanas, the pool is like a ghost town. Unions have been picketing outside for months, though I have seen them at other buildings owned by the same company. I supsect they are using cheap non-union labor, which leads to the question: Are upgrades and repairs quality?? All that said, let the buyer beware, but I am considering a purchase here.”

“I purchased a two bedroom condo in early April of 2003 and I am still attempting to get my punch list completed. I have never dealt with such extremely incompetent management. I like the building, the other tenants, and the amentities, but this fiasco of calling over and over in a fained attempt to get what I paid for has driven me to the point of selling the unit next April. <br> <br>Other points: <br>Assessment fee is very reasonable <br>Windows need replacement/repair <br>Allow any size dog <br>Laundry room needs some drainage repair (foam comes out of floor and gets slippery) <br>Doormen/security are great <br>Nice workout room <br>Property management team needs to be replaced <br>”

“This is one god awful building including the employees. The apartments are in horrible shape. I checked my apartment out when I first came to apply and it was in horrible shape. The agent said the person just moved out but I came bak two weeks later to sign my lease and nothing had been done. Filth sat on the carpet for that long so when it was cleaned it didn't come out. I will be moving as soon as my lease is up. I have had numerous maintenance issues that have not been fixed. The agent promised all of the work would be done by the time I moved in, I GUESS NOT!!!”

“There have been union picketers outside the building for a couple of days. This makes me really wonder what kind of workers run this building. Park Place must be getting cheap help to run the building to save costs but this is why the quality of the building is horrible. Now I understand why the cheif engineer is so incompetant, they probably are not paying him enough but i suggest he join the union. I am pro union and suggest that Park Place hire all union workers. Workers who are competant and want to work. i have heard the cheif engineer complain so many times about hating the building and not wanting to work. I have also heard from a steady source that he drinks on the job which also makes me wonder how carful he is taking care of the building. All I can say is Park Place needs union workers which will improve the over all qualtiy of my home.”

“I lived in PPT for 2 years, had it not been for the economy I'd still live there. I was in a 1 bedroom on the 41 floor facing south. My rent was $1120.00 a month, which in my opinion was fair considering the size and view. <br> <br>The building isn't perfect, but then again the building where my folks own their 2 million dollar condo on State Street is in much worse shape, and it doesn’t offer any of the amenities that PPT has. <br> <br>During my time there the staff was friendly, the view was to die for, and the amenities were great. I never had a serious issue or complaint. Sure, the kitchen could use better appliances, and the bathrooms could be a little nicer. If those things make or break a home for you, then PPT might not be what you're looking for. <br> <br>My biggest complaint was that the parking garage wasn't heated during the winter. I also suggest paying extra to park the car on your own, as the staff isn't very careful parking for you. <br> <br>Aside from that, I loved living in PPT, and hope to move back as soon as I get work in Chicago.”

“Your comments on this site make me laugh. I have lived in the building for 23 years. I am what they call and old time resident. I have seen many changes at this property, staff & upgraded amenties. These comments make me laugh....you can not please everyone all the time and my answer to these complainers is move out. unless you purchased you should have no reason to stay. I say good bye to you. You are bringing my new home down. People or should I say children need to grow up, have some respect and stop spreading rumors. I love this place and have proved it by living here and purchasing after 23 years!! <br>”

“After have owned a unit in Park Place for a year now I definitely realize how great all the amenities are. With a huge fitness center right on the main floor I have no excuse not to visit it several times a week. <br> <br>Yes, the convenience store is a little pricy but that´s what it is, a convenienve store - comparable to a 7-11. <br> <br>How many buildings do you know that have their own theater for the residents?? <br> <br>Office Center, amazing pool, wonderful bar-b-q area, best doormen... I could keep going.”

“I lived here for 4 years, the view is beautiful but that´s about it. It´s way overpriced for what you get - building is old and they don´t upgrade; walls are cracking due to the swaying and wind and they don´t fix that; I was constantly plagued with spiders (believe me, I dusted and kept my apartment clean); heating/air conditioning system outdated; appliances outdated; kitchen cupboards are cheap painted metal; bathroom fixtures were outdated and cheap. I could go on and on. The new management was terrible, they couldn´t wait to get us out if we didn´t buy in, for what they wanted price-wise, you´d be crazy to buy one of the units. When I left the management claimed I didn´t give appropriate notice, which I did and continues to tell people that I owe another month´s worth of rent (NOT TRUE!) which has hurt when I tried to rent. The maintenance staff is lazy and snoopy - I had a file with my medical records on a bookshelf and I came home to find one of the maintenance guys reading it. The convenience store is way overpriced....OK, someone stop me. Do not rent here!”

“I just moved in a few months ago and hate living here. The mangement office was helpful but the cheif engineer is a lazy awful man. He says that he is going to fix things but it never happens. It seems as though he just forgets. Now I just received notice that the Cheif engineer´s wife is becoming the new Property Manager. I hope she is not as bad as he is and doesn´t let him get away with the ignorance he has been getting away with.”

“i just moved in last weekend and read these reviews before moving in. I think there will be positive and negatives about a building, always. Just like reviews on hotels and vacation spots, everyone is different. My experience so far have been wonderful. When I come pass the doorman every night he greets me like I have been here for years. I love that!! He dosent even know me!! The amenities are wonderful and I am looking forward to the pool opening. I have heard great things about the place from the 2 neighbors that I have already met. I also met a gentleman that works in maintenance, I was having problems with my fan and felt like a fool afterwards because I didnt see the switch.He didnt make me feel that way either, he actually took me through the apartment and showed me where to turn the heat on, etc. I wish I could remember his name, he was very helpful. I also had to speak to management about my phone, cable, etc. They were very helpful also. Sometimes I can be a bit unorganized and a scatter brain. They made me laugh by saying we have all been there. They took the time to write out all the companies and phone numbers and told me if i had any problems to please contact them and they would help me out. Well, so far so good. moving from out of town to a big city is quite scary and the place I call home has made me feel very welcome.”