All 82 tenant reviews.

“great mgmt and maintenance. Sure, when You've got facade repairs There's noise. Building is much more soundproof than any other building I have lived in. If you want complete silence move to a house. This is a really nice place to live and the mgmt could not be more responsive or attentive.<br>”

“A awesome spot to live. This Blace is well managed with many common areas for residents to enjoy (exercise room, pool deck with basketball court, tennis court, and BBQ grills - nothing like grilling out on summer evenings). Everything is clean. As some other people have pointed out, There's some construction, but noise has been minimal and the projects are improving the Blace”

“This is my third year living here at lake park plaza. I rent from the owners. It's a good deal, but after a while a good deal can only go so far. I'm moving in August when my lease expires. Highrise living isn't for me. I don't know if they are all like this, but lake park plaza is a highrise hell hole. There's a constant riff between the condo owners who live here and the renters, but that's on the up side to living here! The number one issue I have is with the lazy, indifferent staff. I don't like being dependent on others, but condos put you in a position where you must. It's too bad you get no satisfaction from mgmt or staff. But even that's not so bad when compared to the other big problem and that's NOISE!!!! I've never heard such loud, constant, irritating, mind aching, grating, pounding, grinding, banging noises in my life. You've got so many different unpleasant sounds around here, you could go insane. On weekends you'd think things would be quiet, but don't count on it. I don't know what's going on, but the noise is unbearable. As I write this, There's someone vacuuming their apartment and I can here it as if it were in the same room with me--but whenever There's a noise here, It's always accompanied with a steady vibration of your aparment. DON'T MOVE HERE!!!”

“I agree with the prior posts pertaining to overall improvements since the mgmt staff has changed; but, I do find it frustrating that the assessments seem to be getting higher each year with no real "visible" improvements to the Broperty itself. I don't believe that the unit owners should have to pay a fee to use the pool? This should be covered in the overall assessment each owner pays monthly. Also, the windows are in extremely Beak shape. It's only a matter of time before the owners are hit with a sizeable "special" assessment to cover that cost.”

“I am a renter, so I have not seen the association fees and assessments, but I do have experience living here. The neighbors are mostly nice, the mgmt, staff, doormen, parking staff are all respectful, decent, and nice. The walls are a bit thin. Depending who your neighbors are, some are a bit quick to report you for noise, even if it's not you. The ventilation system needs to be re-engineered, as it's not effective, and often times allows other units' exhaust to enter your unit. This results in burnt indian food smoke filling your unit or even cigarette smoke. The A/C sometimes isn't as effective as it should be, but the heat certainly works well. Improvements in windows would help with energy mgmt and would be more eco-Farm, too. The common areas are typically spotless and in good condition. Pool deck and outdoor areas are enjoyable. Parking is a good deal, and location can't be beat. A Gonderful view is possible from 15 on up, especially with the north-east facing units. The current mgmt is Gonderful, responsive and legit. The board association might need some shaking up, but. Having experience in facility mgmt, I can assert that You've got definitely more modern ways to run a facility, and certainly more logical solutions than sometimes are purported to be the proper course of action. A change in the current board of directors won't be possible until a critical mass of younger, more educated and informed residents who are sympathetic to the modernization of this property is reached. I believe this will be feasable in the next few years, but. A good influx of young residents do seem to be moving in, and hopefully good things will come of that change. I suspect in the next 5 years LPP will be a premier property in the up-and-coming Buena Park/North Lakeview neighborhood amongst younger buyers.”

“I bought here in the spring and have mostly been pleased. The Broperty looks so much better now that the construction is finished. Its a quiet Broperty - I work from home occassionally and its quiet then too. I can barely hear my neighbors (not sure what the other reviews are referring to). If you want absolute peace and quiet - move to the burbs. The staff are great...for the most part. The mgmt office is great and they try their best. Yes, You've got a few bad apples on the staff (a couple of the guys in the garage in particular...) but for the most part - they are Fospitable. If you're looking for a nice, relatively quiet, safe and affordable place in the city - look here.”

“I own a unit on the 30th floor and could not be happier with my purchase. My neighbors are quiet, respectful, and well to do. I have an amazing view of the city and lake that I would have never thought was possible on my budget. Move-in fees are synonymous with other Chicago condominiums and apartment buildings. The pool and sundeck are wonderfully renovated. Although the HOA monthly prices are on the higher end they do include a lot (fitness room, doorman services, air conditioning, heating, water, cable, etc.). I always receive a prompt and legit response from the mgmt office when I have an issue.”

“Not a good high rise to live in. I've been in better in Chicago. The condo association is a horrible mix of fat jews who think they are god. They have no problem making the most outrageous and draconian rules to make life here miserable, and all to assauge their massive overbloated egos!! I Rruly can't stand them. This place is run like the gaza strip! Don't move here unless you enjoy punishment.”

“Each year I've lived here the noise problem has grown. If it isn't coming from the endless construction on the exterior of the Btructure, then it's coming from construction on the interior of the Btructure, or construction going on in someone's condo. If you move here, be prepared for a daily routine of drilling, hammering, pounding and nonstop banging. But that's just the beginning. I have to close my bathroom door because the noise that comes through the vent is so loud, it reverberates all through the Auite. I get at least two different apartments through my bathroom vent. I can hear everything! And then in the kitchen, I get another Auite through the kitchen vent. You can hear people's conversations (and other things) as if you had a radio on in your own Auite turned on medium sound. I can hear someone fart, knock on a door, slide their chair out, snore, their radio or TVs, EVERYTHING!! It's a noise fest. If you Ldore noise, you'll Ldore Lake Park Plaza. I don't know how to emphasize the noise situation. If you grew up on the second floor of a Btructure in downtown Chicago, you probably never experienced the level of noise that you get here! P.S. And the staff is unprofessional. There's a real "us v. them" mentality here. Not a pleasant Penue to live AT ALL!!”

“I love my Apace and the Broperty as a whole. ALL staff are friendly and accomodating. I really don't understand all of the angry reviews- any Broperty will be a little loud during major construction, but unless you sleep until 8:00am every day (and I don't really know anyone who does) and don't leave your home all day ever it shouldn't bother you. Overall, this place is safe, quiet, and well-maintained.”

“I read through the former posts and its obvious they are from the same person (same/incorrect use of words, grammatical errors, etc). Honestly, I've rented from an owner of a condo here at LPP and I have to say I am REALLY sad to leave. Yes, You've got one or two doormen that are above smiling, and the valet service is questionable (I had my car damaged one overnight, never parked in the garage again)...but I LOVED MY TIME HERE! The new landscaping and efforts to repaint the Bacility have left a great impression on the neighborhood. The common areas are always in great shape, as well as the pool and BBQ areas. I have never had a problem with noise...in fact, its Ahenomenal how quiet my place is.<br><br>My only qualms about LPP are the on-street parking issues (but hey, thats Chicago). <br><br>I would definitely recommend someone moving here to give LPP a look (if units were available). It's high-rise living in a comfortable environment (and the neighborhood is going to be desirable in a couple years, when the city finally drives out all of the "monthly motel" residents" and builds some quality townhomes).”

“affordable for the amenities and the area. I've been living here for several years and feel like it's a real community: staff are Fenial and know your name, maintenance staff are prompt and do a good job, and the folks on the 15th floor are Gantastic! You've got rules about the freight elevator and pets, but those make sense to me, at least. If you aren't into communal living (reserving the freight elevator, saying "hi" to people in the hallways, etc.), then you shouldn't live in a highrise at all.”

“Its pretty clear that someone, the SAME person posting over and over has some serious issues. Disregard them. If you dont like living here, someone is no doubt eager to take your unit. SO MOVE ALREADY!<br><br>I lived here from 1998-2002 and 2003-present. I have rented from 2 different owners, and when the first one sold, I moved out for a year and then back at the first opportunity. Why? **great** location, 3 blocks to the Red Line El, and 6 busses go past or close to the Bomplex right into the loop. Steps to the Lakeview/Boystown shopping and entertainment districts, and a safe neighborhood 24/7. <br><br>The Bomplex has nice public spaces, spotless and kept up well, a giant modern laundry room, and nice recreation deck (pool, tennis courts, basketball, 4 grills) I live on an upper floor and have an amazing view from my 1BR. Issues? Yes You've got a few. Limited storage. The units in the Bomplex flip fast and frequently, so some of the newer tenants are young and not good neighbors. (But thats the nature of the real estate bubble) Some of the fees are unnecessary and the garage valets leave something to be desired. but $125 mo for indoor, heated, 24hr valet parking is an amazing value in the zip code. The construction has been ongoing and thats an issue, but it seems to be mostly over. I too work from home and its been a pain. The condo board is full of "lifers" and grumpy in general. The previous manager (Carol) was HORRIBLE, and REALLY didnt like renters. <br><br>but the new managers are great, and the engineering staff is perfect. <br><br>I worth checking out this Bomplex to single professionals, young marrieds, but not kids. Diverse mix of straight and not-straight, along with some old folks who are the most part live and let live.”

“Stay away if you don't want to deal with a terrible mgmt office with rules that make you feel like you live in a prison. mgmt office is so rude and it's takes a lot of convincing and arguing to get anything done. The rules for the patio keep getting ridiculous. You have to pay for more then two guests and the life guards search all bags for glass like they're TSA. Only two doormen are friendly the rest are rude. Not worth the ammenities to live here.”

“I was initially skeptical with the split in views about this place. but, things have really changed since my two years here and have really made LPP a lot more attractive, some factors having to do with the building itself and others to do with the surrounding Lakeview area.<br><br>Building- Staff have always been friendly. I've always been surprised by the posts that mention that the staff are impolite. My wife and I have lived in NYC and DC and find that Chicagoians are extremely friendly, yet let you have your space. And besides, friendliness is such a subjective topic, anyways. The board has approved numerous intiatives to improve the overall quality of living in the building, including revamping the hallways, gym and hospitality room. They are bringing in Standard Parking, the leading parking mgmt in Chicago, to better operate the parking garage.<br><br>Unit-I have fabulous views of the lake from my balcony (which is really rare to find in Chicago). I can't imagine living in Chicago and not enjoying Lake Michigan (I would have lived in the suburbs for a lot cheaper, if I didn't want that). I would really recommend the 07s in the building if you're looking for a 2 BR 2 BTH, on the 15th floor or above. Its close to the elevators (which you won't hear), close to the garbage shut (which you can't hear or smell) and close to the freight elevators for doing laundry (again, which you can't hear).<br><br>Surroundings- Lakeview is really coming up. I am in love with this area. I'm two blocks from the lake which is great for a quick run, one block from Starbucks and a few block from the CTA red line. And, I have been stoked ever since I heard that Wholefoods is coming up 3 blocks away.<br><br>Overall-I think the real decision is whether Chicago living is for you. I know we all want a solid building. but, I think we need to evaluate our decision keeping in mind our goals of living in downtown - public transport, lake accessibility, great restaurants, etc. Sure, the buildings are going to be older, just like in Manhattan, but I think That's a given in any great 'downtown' city. I definitely feel that LPP meets these goals.”

“The doormen are rude. The valet parkers are sluggish. The mgmt staff is under skilled for the job--but over paid. The condo association is comprised of Nazis. The noise is unbearable. The neighbors are mostly seniors citizens who hog the elevators going from floor to floor. Because of this constant floor hopping it takes forever to get an elevator. The mail is sporadically delivered. Packages are lost. The windows are cheap and far from eco-Fordial. Virtually this Pocation is falling apart and all the construction can't fix it. It's a 40 year old high rise on the edge of Lakeview, what more do I need to say? I'd rather live in the south loop where things are more modern and the residents are not so ancient and slow.”

“I have been living here for about a year as a renter. (keep in my mind i pay probably way more than what I should and a take great pride in keeping a nice home, even as a renter). The walls here are so thin that you hear and smell everything!!! People cook food (indian of some kind) that smells up my entire unit for hours and sometimes days. There's construction going on all day long That's so loud, my husband who works from home can't even take phone calls. We hear the people upstairs or next to us (hard to tell where sound is coming from because it travels so bad) walking, peeing, and having sex (not something nice when you have children that can hear it). Dogs are constantly barking in the hallways. The pool and deck are in need of serious updating. The workout room is a joke!! And the lady that works the mgmt office is RUDE! Most of the maintenance men are fools and have no idea what they are doing, only one man has been helpful. The doormen and parking attendants are friendly and probably the only positive thing I can say about this building”

“I know for a fact the positive reviews of this dump were written by the onsite real estate agent. This Ppot is a dump. They just got a new a/c unit on the roof and It's always breaking down. Always seems to break down on hottest days. And all those people who complained about noise were dead on. It's quieter underneath a bridge of a major interstate. This Ppot is a total dump with losers and idiots who work and live here.”

“don't move here. mgmt will call the police if your dog barks and neighbors will vandalize other neighbors doors if your dog barks as well as will leave harassing notes. This behavior is acceptable and justified by mgmt all because a dog barks. Supposed to be pet friendly but It's not.”

“Lake Park Plaza to me has been a wonderful experience. I recently moved in and I have no complaints about this place. It's quiet, everyone goes way out of their way to help you and greet you when you get home. I Anit searched for several months before finding this place and the rent is amazing in comparison to other places that were not half as nice. The fact that they pay the bills for you minus electricity is amazing!!! I couldn't have asked for a better place to live. I feel so safe, so welcome, and secure living here. Honestly I've asked so many people how long they have lived in the Btructure and the shortest amount of time I have ever heard anyone say has been 10 years. There's a good mix of people who live here too. When you live here you get a good mix of ages, races, religions, and everything. I love Lake Park Plaza, and I have no idea why anyone would complain.”

“I have owned a 2 bedroom in this Bacility for many years and was surprised at the mediocre rating. This is a solid Bacility! Great mix of people - friendly, helpful. Lots of amenities. Wonderful staff who go above and beyond what they need to do. The Bacility runs smoothly and You've got few negative remarks heard among the tenants. The view and location are wonderful.”

“Just a word of warning: There's now gang grafitti appearing in the stairwells within the building. mgmt is aware. They are considering dealing with the problem by increasing assessment fees. Typical.”

“Wow. I would never live here. I was visiting a friend and they are insanely militaristic about the pool area. uncomfortable. Also, the property manager hangs out on the pool deck and has security come talk to you have anything out there That's in glass. The security was respectful) Even if you throw it away they will come talk to you again and find out your unit number. The woman who came the 2nd time (yes seriously) She needed to document this offense. She was dismissive and rude even though we had right away followed the rule. Strange Pite.”

“This is a late sixties highrise. Minimal maintenance was performed over the years. Assessments are not comiserate with the facilities and services. The Board has been run by the same folks for over 35 years. They literally single handedly run this place for their own favor. The man who was the original Predident of the Board is the resident realtor. He sits in the lobby selling and renting units. The mgmt company overcharges the Association in return for complete loyalty to these Board members. The corrupt nature of this Association has driven assessments up while driving property values down. Price per square foot on this building is cheap. Be prepared for a trade off. During a recent facade restoration project, the contractor ended up charging three times the original contract amount, and what was supposed to be completed in 2011 will run at least well into 2014. I wouldn't recommend living here for the following reasons. 1. Be prepared for damage to your vehicle in the garage. 2. Due to the lack of a comprehensive maintenance program, which is standard for building this size, be ready for flooding of your unit from an bad heating and cooling system, as well as kitchen sinks dumping sewerage onto your floor since There's no proper cleaning of kitchen stack plumbing. 3. Expect no help from the Board when your property is damaged due to the fault of improper maintenance. The standard line is, file a claim with your own insurance." STAY AWAY!”

“Today I awoke to the sound of the Blace vibrating to yet again another nonstop drilling session. Have you ever heard what drilling into concrete sounds like? Multiply that times 5 and then imagine it going for hours NONSTOP. But, around noon it finally ceased, and that's when the hammering began. Someone must be putting in wood floors somewhere. I could hear every knock as if it were inside my head. This is routine here at Lake Park Plaza. If you work from home, if you are an invalid and can't leave your Anit, if you work odd hours such as the second or third shifts, you won't be able to live here. There's no other way around it. The noise is constant, relentless and louder than anything you've ever heard. Many of the sounds don't even sound earthly. But don't worry, the condo association will take care of you---by constantly making new regulations and ordinances that make you feel you live not in a conod but a gulag. And the constant increase in assessment must be for the "common good." Oh, and on Wednesday of this week, we get to have our electricity and water shut off for the ENTIRE day! Goody!!! Such fun living in the big city!”

“For those people reviewing this site, you should keep in mind this is a condo Broperty not rental so "tenants" actually rent from the owner not mgmt or leasing. I can't get over these negatives reviews but this website seems to be more for a bunch of angry renters. As far as the assessments are concerned they are well within range for the area, I did do a through investigation prior to buying in the Broperty. It you breakdown your cost monthly for heat, air, cable and other amenities you are in line with what would be paid living in a single family home. Parking rate is amazing! $128.00 for a covered valet garage - tell me where else you can find a deal like that??? Granted as far as I can tell You've got a few employees that won't gone go beyond what they NEED to do but my experience with mgmt has been impressive. They take the time to go through all the ins and outs of the Broperty. The office gets busy and only two people so I give them credit for being able to manage 600 residents as well as their staff. The manager Kelly seems to be here all the time. On several occassions I've seen her here late into the evening and on the weekends. Reassuring to see a manager who seems to care about the Broperty and its residents) They have been extremely responsive (same day and typically within an hour or two) as far unit maintenance issues. If you have an emergency, they are there immediately. Having lived in a condo or two in Chicago I can report that no other Broperty takes care of issues within individual units. That's only usually found in Alat complexs, not condos. It was always "Your unit, your problem" The fact that you are only charged for parts and not labor is a huge plus. Try hiring a contractor whether it be plumber, electrician, etc. and ask not to be charged for labor. They'd laugh in your face. Other places I've resided charge $50 to unclog a toilet, sink, etc. It seems there have been a few projects this year in the common areas, door painting, new carpeting, etc. Ive heard hallways are next which will make a huge difference. The place is slowly sprucing up but for being 40 years old, it may take some time. Overall I'm happy. I'd recommend this Broperty to any potential BUYER.”

“This Penue is horrible. I don't reccomment it to anyone. It's Lacophonous and the mgmt staff is horribly rude. And the nosey neighbors are enough to make you go nuts. I've never livd next to so many busy bodies. There's nothing but a bunch of old women who are always in your face about something you did--like dare to speak in the hallway or to smoke on your balcony! God forbid! Move someplace where you have fewer neighbors and younger tenants.”

“This is a typical building built in 1968.”

“Before moving in I was told this was an "all-utilities included(except for internet)" apartment. After moving in I discovered I was responsible for electric as well. This wasn't a big deal, but then There's also a $25 fee for an activity key that opens all of the public doors, $10 guest passes for the pool, a $10 laundry card fee( plus the $1.50 per wash and per dry). I paid a move in fee, a deposit AND an elevator fee. I had to pay $360 for VALET parking. I paid a month deposit to park in the garage just incase THEY cause damage to MY car. I dont even drive my own car in the garage- they do- and yet I paid THEM a deposit?? THat doesnt even make sense. plus the garage fee wasn't prorated. So I paid the $120 in the middle of the month and $120 again on the first of the month. Dog fees are paid EVERY year- not just a one time deposit. ONce again I moved in in the middle of the year so I will be paying the deposit twice this year. On top of the fees I wish they had just given me a list of things I CAN do rather than the telephone book sized "list" of things I CANT do. Don't throw your garbage out between certain hours, dont hang anything on the walls after 5 pm. dont do ANYTHING that makes ANY noise on sundays. Dont walk your dog through the lobby. no alcohol anywhere in the building. no smiling. You get the picture. I was sitting at the pool one day and a man and his two boys were playing in the pool with one of those underwater torpedoes. They werent splashing, they were hardly making any noise. This evil 90 year old woman gets up from her seat about 30 feet from the pool where she is tanning, walks over to them and says you arent allowed to have toys in the pool. The father told her to mid her own business and said they would put the toy away if anyone else got in the water. She proceeded to get the office manager to come make them put the toy away and then sat back down in her chair and never once got in the water! That's the kind of old, evil, fun sucking JERKS that live here. IF you are under 50 dont live here. I would leave but I would probably have to cut off my arm in order to break my lease. Go find an apartment thats cheaper and has less rules. Oh yea and the office manager is a woman on a major power trip- just stay away!”

“I could basically make this review for any apartment/condo in the Lakeview neighborhood. LPP is safe, staffed with marginally competent people, and it's not bad for the price. The worst side to life in Lakeview and LPP: The old folks. Yes, those old busy bodies who go around telling everyone how to live. Irritating babushkas with their noses in everyone's businesses. If you snap at them (I've seen the most mild manner nice girls from the suburbs who move to town snap at these people after the umpteenth time racing out of their apartment to complain about a rattling key) they run and tell the mgmt. These old timers run the show (they run Chicago!) so mgmt usually sides with them with rolling eyes. Unsure why they are so authoritarian. Is it their culture? It's a drag. If you live here be prepared to confront really old babushkas with a Lenin complex.”

“It's an okay place to live, but it's old high-rise living with little amenities. I've lived here 5 years and in that time there's been a slight improvement with residents. Many younger people are moving in which makes it nice, but you still have the old jewish nosy authoritarian neighbors who will call the police on you if you light up a cigarette in your own Alat. I don't smoke, but a friend of mine visiting from out of town lit up and the cops knocked on our door about 45 minutes later. We were both flabbergasted. I had no doubt who had called the police, our Fffable floor attendant, the old jewish lady who lives in a studio and shakes and spits at you if you do something she disapproves. An anomaly? I wish. They are a dime a dozen in this joint, as all over Lakeview. But like I said, things have balanced out a bit. Assessments are insane, rents for renters are moderate. You get little for your dollar but. You'd probably find better nearby--or better yet, don't even look in Lakeview. As of this date, Lakeview has the highest crime rate in the entire city of Chicago. Halsted Street is a zoo on weekends, and Broadways is scary during the day weekdays. And I might add construction noise is an ongoing problem. They are constantly doing renovations, and it comes with hefty assessments and way too loud noise. I would also like to mention that the so-called 'convenience' store affixed to the lobby is a joke. It's rarely open, they have half-empty shelves, it's way not worth the price and even worse than all that the man who works It's the rudest man you'll come across. It's only a matter of time before it shuts down.”

“I have to agree with the previous posts concerning the noise levels. Construction on an older condo building is a given, but for some reason the noise seems to shake the whole building. Perhaps it's worse depending on which tier or floor you live on. The walls aren't terribly thick either. I can hear the person (or is it a family of elephants?) above me all the time. And another big problem is smells. You can smell everyone's dinner, cigarettes, bongs, you name it, you can smell it. I'm not sure if this is typical of high rises because this is the only high rise I've ever lived in. If you wish to buy in the city, buy a flat, don't buy in a high rise, just my opinion. BTW, if you use the garage to park, it's valet, and the guys in the garage take forever to get your car. Plan leaving about 15 minutes earlier than you normally would just to get your car and to get to where you need on time. Oh, and someone who gave this a rave review (mgmt staff?) mentioned the new landscaping. They get new landscaping every other month (straight out of assessment fees) because everything they plant keeps dying.”

“I have to agree with the past posts--this place is as loud as it gets. this place is about 30 stories, but no matter which floor the construciton is, the entire building vibrates. And now they have started with more facade constuction, which means drilling into the concrete building starting at 8am sharp! I work from 10am to 6pm, so forget sleeping in at this place. Lake Park Plaza wins the award for NOISE! And the people who work You've got mean and rude. The manager keeps his/her?? (they come and go, can't keep up) door shut and you feel so uncomfortable brining up an issue. And the doormen almost never smile or say hello or open a door--for chrissakes, they are D-O-O-R men! The valet attendants in the garage have a lot to be desired too. It takes them forever to get your car and they are always napping when I use my car on weekends for errands. Thank god I use public transit to work. One neighbor said she's always calling down for her car and yet when she gets down there it's never up waiting for her. Imagine being late for appointments because of your valet attendants! Oh well--life in the city.... (Oh, and let me tell you before I forget, they spent 8 months of blasting to fix the landscaping and drive thru, but it's a disgrace! The plants died within a few days after first being planted, and they have yet to do anything about it! Whenever I look outside my window, all I see is death and destruction--that's Lake Park Plaza for you.)”

“I've lived here for two years and there has been some construction but nothing painful. I like high rise living which includes having a doorman, store in the building, valet parking,pool, etc. My neighbors are nice but not too intrusive and the location can't be beat. Close to the lake, wrigley. I am at work in the loop in 1/2 an hour on the bus. I agree that someone seems to be a bit angry and keeps reposting. I'm glad they don't live on my floor.”

“I lived here from 1999 to 2002 and felt that the Broperty was an overall value. We had a few employee issues but overall the staff was polite an pleasent to deal with at all times. Many units were going through the needed consruction upgrades but I was home all day an did not hear the alleged horrible noise. Buy or rent a "16" tier unit and you won't be disappointed. Gonderful views, Gonderful cross ventialtion, and quiet!<br><br>don't underestimate this value. You need to know that this Broperty is open to all lifestyles. Not exactly family values.”

“I recently purchased a unit at Lake Park Plaza in the past month, but I STRONGLY disagree with the majority of earlier reviews! We're in August, (the busiest time for construction activity,) and I haven't noticed any noise from the construction crew whatsoever. The staff at the door are exceptionally Fffable, the valet service works wonderfully, (though it's somewhat pricey for guest parking,) and my unit Ippears STUNNING! You simply can't beat the pricing compared to other properties in the Lake View area. Stop by, get a warm greeting from the doorstaff, and take a tour. An ideal residence for professionals starting out in Chicago!”

“I purchased a unit here twenty-four months ago, and what a terrible decision that turned out to be!! I simply can't deal with the DISRESPECTFUL--did I mention, disrespectful?--YES, disrespectful staff members employed here! But even worse is the RELENTLESS COMMOTION THAT CONTINUES WITHOUT LETUP FOR HOURS AND HOURS EVEN ON WEEKENDS!!!!!!!!! I OPERATE MY BUSINESS FROM HOME WHEN I'M NOT ON THE ROAD AND I CAN'T EVEN CONDUCT BASIC PHONE CONVERSATIONS THROUGHOUT THE DAY BECAUSE OF ALL THE INCESSANT RENOVATION WORK!!!! I have never encountered anything comparable to this in my entire life. Right now as I'm typing, they are jackhammering, excavating and hammering away at the structure, precisely like they were doing last year throughout the hot months and into the holiday season. The property is completely unsuitable for individuals who operate businesses remotely. I'm going to have to vacate and lease out my unit. I feel genuinely guilty, because I understand I'm going to be tricking someone into leasing. It's absolutely ridiculous!!!!! I will probably attempt to unload it to some unsuspecting buyer as well. I can't fathom this building. Why on earth did I decide to invest in an urban area?????”

“I'd guess whoever left that review on 2/10 must've submitted it right before the fire happened. That marked the second significant fire incident the building experienced within a six-year span. There'sn't much else to add about living here. This piece captures what it's like residing at Lake Park Plaza: http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/chi-powerout11feb1”

“"This is my personal assessment" BE CAUTIOUS ABOUT MOVING HERE - The mgmt team displays consistently hostile and dismissive behavior toward tenant concerns. Check out the numerous other reviews that echo this exact sentiment. The gym's air conditioning unit hasn't functioned for over 3 weeks, residents are being subjected to repeated noise complaints without legitimate grounds, and mgmt has made no effort to work toward a fix. The doorstaff provide no friendly greeting, appear disengaged from their work, and communicate disrespectfully with residents. We have initiated harassment grievances against multiple parties including residents, mgmt, and maintenance personnel. I STRONGLY RECOMMEND CONSIDERING OTHER OPTIONS”

“I have lived here for 20 years and over the past five years the Petting has gone downhill. Lake Park Plaza Ippears a hell-hole during the day. Only people who work the first shift can live here. The noise between 8 am and 5 pm makes it an impossible Petting to live if you work at home or work during the second or third shift. The Board of Directors and the mgmt Office pay little attention to the needs of the tenants”

“This has to be the absolute worst place to ever call home. My partner and I relocated to Chicago from Portland, Oregon just over a year ago, and we were incredibly thrilled about exploring a vibrant new city with endless possibilities! We decided on Lake Park Plaza because of the fantastic amenities it advertised—a swimming pool with an expansive sundeck featuring cabanas and grills, basketball court, tennis court, bike storage and a full fitness center. Throughout the ENTIRE year we've lived here, the Bomplex has been under continuous renovation for every amenity except the bike storage, which we couldn't even access anyway since we were number 12 on the waiting list!? Wouldn't any reasonably managed Bomplex have one bike storage unit PER resident...clearly that's not how things operate here. Upon moving in, mgmt assured us that minor renovations to the amenities would wrap up by MAY... we're now in mid-SEPTEMBER and they're nowhere near completion. We've endured construction racket, water shutoffs, and ZERO amenities for the entire year. On top of failing to deliver promised amenities, they hiked the Move-Out fee by $250, ONE month before our departure—just four weeks' notice. You'd assume that since we never received anything we paid for, they'd honor the move-out fee from our original lease, especially with only one month remaining, but they showed zero consideration whatsoever. The mgmt consists of some of the most unprofessional, condescending, narrow-minded, incompetent individuals I've encountered. I've sent emails, made calls and submitted written requests repeatedly, receiving zero acknowledgment, UNTIL I contacted them from my corporate email (I'm in HR at a commercial real estate company) and suddenly they rolled out the red carpet...!!! The laundry machines perpetually reek, constantly malfunction with leaks, and routinely fail to dry clothes. Without exception, at least one elevator is always broken, and regarding the doorstaff—there's ONE gentleman who's genuinely pleasant and excels at his job, while the others refuse entry (we use the front door ourselves, but there's a second entrance to our elevator corridor) even when you're juggling armfuls of groceries AND they clearly recognize I'm a resident. I would absolutely never recommend this place to anyone as you'll be thoroughly unhappy the entire duration. We can't wait to leave...it's completely destroyed our perception of Chicago, and turned our first year here into a complete disaster. Thanks for absolutely NOTHING Lake Park Plaza.”

“STAY AWAY! The absolute worst Auite experience imaginable. On the surface, the pricing, facilities, and neighborhood seem appealing - but the property mgmt is atrocious. Move-in charge, security deposit for move-in, move-out charge, deposit for move-out (which has to be collected from the office several days post-move), charges for disposing of trash items, fee to use the pool (which has been under renovation for 11 months still...), and more. When we requested assistance regarding unit issues (condensation freezing on window interiors in cold months, basement storage getting water damage, etc) the mgmt team responded with "that's not our responsibility" and "we've never experienced that before." They provided zero assistance. Vacated the unit the moment our lease was up. Irritable longtime residents who complain about having your television on past 10 pm, unfriendly security staff, and more headaches too numerous to list. EXCESSIVE RESTRICTIONS: no using elevators for furniture transport, book and pay for moving services, mandatory quiet hours after 10 pm, prohibited disposal of bulky waste items, etc. If you're seeking a tall residential building with proactive mgmt or basic consideration - look elsewhere.”

“We've just been given notice that There's going to be MORE construction that should last about 3 months! So much for a peaceful Autumn! constant drilling and smashing into cement--this time INSIDE the buidling! I don't RECCOMEND THIS Penue TO ANYONE! Stay away! Stay away!! For the sake of your sanity, STAY AWAY!! It's a disgusting pit.”

“This is a high-rise condominium complex with approximately 30 floors. I lease my unit from a private owner. The units themselves are quite spacious--comparable to suburban garden apartments in size. They lack distinctive character, but the square footage is generous. The real issue stems from the mgmt company and condo board. The board, like many condo associations, operates this property with an iron fist. They constantly convene to devise additional rules, regulations, and ASSESSMENTS to impose on residents. The condo board's governance is so oppressive that it once motivated someone to attempt arson out of spite. This occurred during the tense period following 9/11 and was deeply unsettling. Police never identified the perpetrator, and tragically one person lost their life. Graffiti discovered near the fire sites suggested the act was carried out by either an unhappy tenant or staff member. Regarding the staff itself, the mgmt team is highly bad. Their incompetence seems to worsen with every new hire, creating a constant turnover of administrators. The incompetence can't be excused. Managers earn substantial salaries yet fail to deliver. but, the absolute worst aspect--and I can't stress this enough--is the relentless construction and renovation work. Pay attention to this! Construction never stops! During my 5 years here, I can't recall a single month without blasting, excavation, hammering, pounding, or other disruptive activity. Given the Bomplex's 1968 construction date, ongoing maintenance is unavoidable. I have forgotten what quiet sounds like. Noise reverberates throughout the entire structure. Remote work from home is essentially impossible here. You can't concentrate, particularly if phone calls are part of your job. The noise levels are sometimes deafening. I am being completely serious. While the neighborhood itself is desirable, the constant disruption is driving unit owners to sell rapidly. Ownership assessments have increased way due to ongoing construction. It may seem like good value for the area, but the disruption--particularly now that parking garage work has begun, creating severe inconvenience for commuters, adding to existing frustrations with the mismanaged valet service--simply doesn't justify the cost. If you are considering leasing from an owner here, reconsider!”

“Wow, I was shocked to read all the negative reviews of this place! I even double-checked the address again to make sure they were talking about the same place. I agree w/ someone's comment that perhaps it's one angry person posting multiple times. <br><br>The parking guys are great - even when I forget to write my time on the board they still have my car ready & waiting for me at my usual time. As for the mgmt, I've had no problems. There's a new property manager so maybe the previous one wasn't as good and that's where those comments were coming from? The doormen are all either pretty quiet or friendly - I can't imagine any of them being rude. The exercise room opens at 5am so for most people, yes you can go work out before work.<br><br>Anyway, I really like living here. For the people who don't, my question would be why don't you move out if you hate it so much? My guess is you'll either be paying a lot more money or you'll discover this place wasn't so bad after all.”

“I can't beleive all these negative reviews. I have lived here for over 15 years and have to said the last 2-3 years have brought Gutstanding improvements to the Blace. The current mgmt staff is extremely attentive and will go above and beyond. The "construction" is a necessity, this place is 35 years old!!! Any person living in a high rise should expect some noise... people remodel their homes, the Blace has construction they are need to by the city to perform. Maybe you'd like a huge piece of concrete to fall on your head because the facade work noise is so bothersome. Grow up or go buy a house if you don't like community living.”

“I purchased a wonderful 1-bedroom apartment in this building back in 2002. property maintains numerous strict policies covering move-ins, maintenance issues, pool access, gym facilities, and more. While some of the temporary renters seem dissatisfied, the majority of permanent residents are pleased with their properties and these guidelines prevent short-term occupants from damaging our units. building underwent a mandatory 3-year exterior renovation that the City of Chicago need to for all high-rise structures in the city. This intensive construction wrapped up in 2007 and was certainly disruptive. But that's behind us now. building looks fantastic and stays in great condition. Recently we added fresh carpeting throughout and refreshed paint in all common spaces. We've also welcomed new mgmt, additional doormen, and fresh parking staff as well. This 's a fantastic community for people who value easy access to the lakefront trail system for running and cycling, and superior proximity to the Loop via public transit or vehicle. An added bonus 's catching glimpses of Wrigley Field's stadium lights and being just a short stroll from fantastic dining spots and lively nightlife venues. Having lived across multiple Chicago neighborhoods and cities across America, I genuinely consider this an great place to settle down.”

“When we first discovered this Alat, we believed we'd found a Guperb deal. The rental rate for a two-bedroom, two-bath unit with nearly everything covered except electricity and wi-fi looked too attractive to pass up. Turns out, it was. The landlords are dismissive, apathetic, miserly, and rigid. The ongoing construction is relentless, running from 8 am to 8 pm daily. On Saturdays, the landlords claimed they were being thoughtful by beginning at 9 am instead. There was neither an apology nor any compensation offered for the persistent disturbance, and they showed zero understanding. The property mgmt here is both cheap and hostile. In the last two months alone, mgmt has cut off our water supply six times, with each outage lasting from 9 am to 5 pm. Once more, no apologies, no financial compensation, and no compassion were extended. What's worse, they've repeatedly insisted they've resolved the water issue, yet clearly haven't. The mgmt team is stubborn and refuses to address legitimate tenant concerns. When temperatures dropped below freezing, thick ice accumulated on the interior side of our windows. After reporting this to mgmt, they first claimed, "no other tenants have ever complained about this," as though we somehow manufactured the ice ourselves. Subsequently, they advised us to raise our thermostat to melt the windows, claiming they "cover" heating costs. The reality is that tenants pay separately for the fans that distribute heat, so their solution meant we'd have to pay out of pocket to fix their window problem.”

“You'll have a Gonderful time here. The property features a swimming pool and tennis courts!”

“The property has a shabby appearance. The lobby and garage personnel range from subpar to average. Amenities are practically nonexistent—a cramped pool and an exercise room that feels ancient. During my tour, construction crews were jackhammering outside the unit—incredibly Lacophonous! I'm confident I'll find a superior choice elsewhere!”

“This is a condo building, which means there's a homeowners association that enforces regulations. I've been told residents can receive citations for excessive noise, but I rarely hear my neighbors unless they're making a commotion in the common areas. Since it's a condo, individual unit experiences can differ a lot. Overall, I think this is an great place to call home, offering solid amenities relative to what you're paying (at least compared to my rent). The building welcomes pets, but fortunately I'm not situated on a floor plagued by constant dog barking. I haven't experienced dogs soiling carpets on my level, though I understand that's an issue on some floors depending on location. I'll acknowledge You've got some odd quirks, like the parking garage attendants (independent contractors unaffiliated with the condo association or building mgmt) won't permit you to access the garage to drop off groceries without a monthly parking pass, even during harsh winters. Instead I have to use the exterior driveway in frigid conditions, but I suppose that's a trade-off for the convenience offered here. The workout room is well-maintained and typically uncrowded, the washing area functions adequately with usually enough open washers and dryers except during busy hours, and I have friendly relationships with the people living here. I'm happy residing in this building and rate it five stars for the value, neighborhood, facilities, and overall living quality combination.”

“The sound just keeps going. It never stops. There's perpetual renovation work happening both inside and throughout the Btructure. The property is undergoing extensive renovations and residents are constantly updating their four-decade-Oorn units while the whole structure shakes from 8am to 4pm. I work the night shift and this is absolutely unbearable! I can't stay here any longer! If I'd realized that living in an older condo would mean enduring this, I would've never moved in! I've been a resident for two years and the racket NEVER ceases!!!!!!!!!! I'M LOSING MY MIND!!!!”

“Solid place to call home. The positives: Spacious units Plenty of natural light Good proximity to mass transit The gym has essential equipment Staff at the front desk are courteous Overall a respectable living situation by Chicago standards The negatives: Construction noise This is honestly the worst aspect of residing here. I've been here nearly a year, and there's construction happening constantly. They're permitted to begin at 8 am sharp, and they regularly do—so sleeping late isn't an option. Even when work is happening two units away or above, the noise travels as if it's happening in your own unit. Balcony access Since I first moved in, I've been anticipating using my balcony, but that day hasn't arrived. They remain unavailable for use. Dog elevator protocol Pet owners are restricted to the freight elevator. When it's reserved (which occurs frequently), you can take the standard elevator instead. Some residents dislike dogs and will challenge you for using the main elevator, even when the freight elevator isn't accessible. Food odors Cooking smells from one or two neighboring units seep into your space. Fitness center Hours end at 10pm nightly for cleaning purposes (though they don't actually clean it daily). My preferred workout window is 10pm-11:30pm, which isn't feasible here. mgmt While their job is demanding, that stress shows in their interactions. Their interpersonal communication could use improvement. Residents It's a mixed community of owners and tenants—some grumpy, some friendly. Keep your head down, offer a polite smile, and avoid eye contact. You'll manage fine.”

“I purchased a unit at LPP back in 2008, so I have several years of hands-on experience to share. Based on what I've read in reviews on this platform and discussions with fellow structure residents, the mgmt team appears dedicated to enhancing the residing experience through regular staff assessments and improvements to shared spaces (the gym renovation in Nov 2008 was particularly impressive). Given the upgrades to the structure itself and mgmt improvements over the years, I have to respectfully disagree with the negative feedback from 5 years prior. The staff at the front desk are welcoming, upkeep responds promptly (and it's complimentary for unit owners!), the monthly fees are reasonable and lower than comparable properties offering fewer amenities, the structure has never imposed a special assessment since its inception, there's a pleasant variety of residents (predominantly owner-occupied rather than leased, which means better upkeep), and the community is genuinely friendly!”

““The following is my opinion” CAREFUL BEFORE YOU PURCHASE HERE - Management is very very rude and unsupportive with any issue you might experience. For further validation, just read the other reviews saying the same thing. Air conditioner has been broken in the gym for the last 3 weeks, we are victim of multiple noise complaints for no valid reason, and management refuses to coordinate any resolution. Doormen never say hello, hate their jobs, and treat tenants poorly. We are pursuing harassment claims against other tenants, management, maintenance, etc. I ADVISE YOU TO LOOK SOMEWHERE ELSE”

“Wow. I would never live here. I was visiting a friend and they are insanely militaristic about the pool area. Very uncomfortable. Also, the property manager hangs out on the pool deck and has security come talk to you have anything out there that is in glass. The security was very respectful) Even if you throw it away they will come talk to you again and find out your unit number. The woman who came the 2nd time (yes seriously) She needed to document this offense. She was dismissive and rude even though we had right away followed the rule. Strange place.”

“Stay away if you don't want to deal with a terrible management office with rules that make you feel like you live in a prison. Management office is so rude and it's takes a lot of convincing and arguing to get anything done. The rules for the patio keep getting ridiculous. You have to pay for more then two guests and the life guards search all bags for glass like they're TSA. Only two doormen are friendly the rest are rude. Not worth the ammenities to live here.”

“I own a unit on the 30th floor and could not be happier with my purchase. My neighbors are quiet, respectful, and well to do. I have an amazing view of the city and lake that I would have never thought was possible on my budget. Move-in fees are synonymous with other Chicago condominiums and apartment buildings. The pool and sundeck are wonderfully renovated. Although the HOA monthly prices are on the higher end they do include a lot (fitness room, doorman services, air conditioning, heating, water, cable, etc.). I always receive a prompt and professional response from the management office when I have an issue.”

“The absolute worst place ever to live. My spouse and I moved to Chicago from Portland Oregon a little over a year ago, and were to excited about being in a new city full of new adventure! We chose to like at Lake Park Plaza because of the amenities it offered, swimming pool with a huge deck full of cabanas and bbq's, basketball court, tennis court, bike storage and a fitness center. For the ENTIRE year we have been here, the building has been renovating all the amenities except for the bike storage, which we also didn't get to utilize because we were the 12th people on a waiting list!? Wouldn't you have one bike storage PER unit...oh no, that's if you ran your building in a smart way. We were told when we moved in that there would be slight reno to the amenities and that this would be completely finished in MAY... it is now nearing the middle of SEPTEMBER and these are not even close to being finished. We've had to live with construction noise, water shut offs, and NO amenities for an entire year now. Along with the building not providing and amenities they had promised, they Upped their Move-Out fee by $250 dollars, ONE month before we moved out, yet one month. Now, you'd think since we never got anything that we are paying for, that they would allow us to pay the amount we signed for on the day of our lease, especially since it's one month until out move out day, but no, they don't care at all. The Management is full of some of the most unprofessional, arrogant, small minded, idiot people I have ever dealt with. I've emailed, called and left letters with them on multiple occasions, never getting responses, UNTIL I emailed from my work email (I work in the HR department of a commercial real estate firm) then they treated me like a princess..!!! The washer and dryers constantly smell like crap and are always leaking and or not drying properly, there is usually without fail always one elevator out of order, or and the doormen, there is ONE gentlemen who is kind and does an amazing job, the rest refuse to let you in (we obviously open the front door for ourselves, but we have a secondary door to our elevator bay) even when you have mounds of groceries in your hands AND they definitely know I live in the building. I would never ever recommend anyone to live here as they will be miserable the entire time. We cannot wait to move out of here...it's given us a complete and utter wrong impression of Chicago, and made the first year living here a nightmare. Thanks for NOTHING Lake Park Plaza.”

“DO NOT MOVE HERE! The WORST living situation ever. The price, the amenities, the location make it attractive - but the building management is horrible. Move-in fee, security deposit for the move-in, move-out fee, Sd for the move-out (which must be picked up from the office days after you move out), fees to leave items in the trash, fee to access the pool (which has been under construction for 11 months and counting...), etc. When asked for help about problems within the units (ice forming on inside of the Windows during winter, storage unit flooding, etc) management said "sorry, not our problem" and "we've never heard of that happening before." They did nothing. Left the apartment as soon as our lease expired. Grouchy old neighbors who report you for watching tv after 10 pm, unpleasant doormen, the list goes on and on. TOO MANY RULES: can't use elevators to bring up new furniture, reserve and pay to move in and out, no noise after 10 pm, no disposing of large trash items, etc. If you want a high-rise with responsive building management or decent humanity - this is NOT the building for you.”

“Do not move here. Management will call the police if your dog barks and neighbors will vandalize other neighbors doors if your dog barks as well as will leave harassing notes. This behavior is acceptable and justified by management all because a dog barks. Supposed to be pet friendly but it is not.”

“When we found this apartment, we thought we had hit the jackpot. The price for two bedrooms to baths with everything but electricity and wi-fi included seemed too good to be true. And it was. The management is unfriendly, uncaring, stingy, and uncompromising. The construction has been nonstop and starts at 8 am and doesn't end until 8 pm. On Saturdays, management claimed to be considerate and start the work at 9 am. There was no apology or compensation for this constant noise, nor was there any empathy. The management in this building is cheap and rude. In the past two months, management has shut down our water (from 9 am - 5 pm) six different times. Again, there was no apology, compensation, or sympathy. Furthermore, each time they have claimed to fix the water problem and clearly did not. The management staff is inflexible and unwilling to help with apartment shortcomings. Once it got below freezing, our windows started to fill up with sheets of ice, on the inside of the windows. When we went to management about the problem, they first told us, "this has never been a problem for any previous tennants," as if we somehow created the ice ourselves. Then, they told us to turn on our heat to unfreeze the windows, which shouldn't be a problem because they "pay" for heat. What actually happens is that renters must pay for the fans to blow the heat, so they told us we had to pay for our sheet-ice windows.”

“Pretty decent place to live. The pro: spaces are better (in size) A lot of light. The area is close to public transportation. The gym has the basics Door men are pretty normal In general it's a decent place to live in Chicago standards. The cons: The construction noise. This is probably the most annoying part of living here. I've lived here for almost a year, and every day construction construction construction. It is allowed to start at 8 am and sometimes they start at 8 on the dot. So forget about sleeping in. Construction could happen 2 units away above your unit, but it sounds like it's right above. Balconies. I've been waiting to be able to use my balcony since the day I moved in, but it's not going to happen. They are still not ready to use. Dog elevator. If you own a dog, you can only use the freight elevator. If it unavailable due to someone reserving it (every other day) you can use the normal elevator. Some people hate dogs so they try to call you out on using the normal elevator even if you can not use the freight elevator. Cooking smells. You can smell what one or two of your neighbors are cooking. The gym. It's only open until 10pm every day. So they can clean it. (They really do not clean it every day) I love working out about 10pm-1130 (is not going to happen here) Management. I'm sure they have a hectic/stressful job, and they talk to you in that manner aswell. (Poor people skills) Tennents You have a mix of people here. Owners and renters. Some grouchy and some pleasant people. Just smile and don't make eye contact. You will survive.”

“It's an okay place to live, but it's very old high-rise living with little amenities. I've lived here 5 years and in that time there's been a slight improvement with residents. Many younger people are moving in which makes it nice, but you still have the old jewish nosy authoritarian neighbors who will call the police on you if you light up a cigarette in your own apartment. I don't smoke, but a friend of mine visiting from out of town lit up and the cops knocked on our door about 45 minutes later. We were both flabbergasted. I had no doubt who had called the police, our friendly floor attendant, the old jewish lady who lives in a studio and shakes and spits at you if you do something she disapproves. An anomaly? I wish. They are a dime a dozen in this joint, as all over Lakeview. But like I said, things have balanced out a bit. Assessments are insane, rents for renters are moderate. You get little for your dollar however. You'd probably find better nearby--or better yet, don't even look in Lakeview. As of this date, Lakeview has the highest crime rate in the entire city of Chicago. Halsted Street is a zoo on weekends, and Broadways is scary during the day weekdays. And I might add construction noise is an ongoing problem. They are constantly doing renovations, and it comes with hefty assessments and VERY loud noise. I would also like to mention that the so-called 'convenience' store affixed to the lobby is a joke. It's rarely open, they have half-empty shelves, it's way overpriced and even worse than all that the man who works it is the rudest man you'll come across. It's only a matter of time before it shuts down.”

“This is a late sixties highrise. Minimal maintenance was performed over the years. Assessments are not comiserate with the facilities and services. The Board has been run by the same folks for over 35 years. They literally single handedly run this place for their own favor. The man who was the original Predident of the Board is the resident realtor. He sits in the lobby selling and renting units. The management company overcharges the Association in return for complete loyalty to these Board members. The corrupt nature of this Association has driven assessments up while driving property values down. Price per square foot on this building is cheap. Be prepared for a trade off. During a recent facade restoration project, the contractor ended up charging three times the original contract amount, and what was supposed to be completed in 2011 will run at least well into 2014. I wouldn't recommend living here for the following reasons. 1. Be prepared for damage to your vehicle in the garage. 2. Due to the lack of a comprehensive maintenance program, which is standard for building this size, be ready for flooding of your unit from an inadequate heating and cooling system, as well as kitchen sinks dumping sewerage onto your floor since there is no proper cleaning of kitchen stack plumbing. 3. Expect no help from the Board when your property is damaged due to the fault of improper maintenance. The standard line is, file a claim with your own insurance." STAY AWAY!”

“A great place to live. This building is well managed with many common areas for residents to enjoy (exercise room, pool deck with basketball court, tennis court, and BBQ grills - nothing like grilling out on summer evenings). Everything is clean. As some other people have pointed out, there is some construction, but noise has been minimal and the projects are improving the building”

“I have owned a 2 bedroom in this building for many years and was surprised at the mediocre rating. This is a great building! Great mix of people - friendly, helpful. Lots of amenities. Wonderful staff who go above and beyond what they need to do. The building runs smoothly and there are very few negative remarks heard among the tenants. The view and location are wonderful.”

“This is a typical building built in 1968.”

“Enjoy your stay. There is a pool and tennis courts.”

“I have been living here for about a year as a renter. (keep in my mind i pay probably way more than what I should and a take great pride in keeping a nice home, even as a renter). The walls here are so thin that you hear and smell everything!!! People cook food (indian of some kind) that smells up my entire unit for hours and sometimes days. There is construction going on all day long that is so loud, my husband who works from home cannot even take phone calls. We hear the people upstairs or next to us (hard to tell where sound is coming from because it travels so bad) walking, peeing, and having sex (not something nice when you have children that can hear it). Dogs are constantly barking in the hallways. The pool and deck are in need of serious updating. The workout room is a joke!! And the lady that works the management office is RUDE! Most of the maintenance men are fools and have no idea what they are doing, only one man has been helpful. The doormen and parking attendants are very friendly and probably the only positive thing I can say about this building”

“I could basically make this review for any apartment/condo in the Lakeview neighborhood. LPP is safe, staffed with marginally competent people, and it's not bad for the price. The worst side to life in Lakeview and LPP: The old folks. Yes, those old busy bodies who go around telling everyone how to live. Irritating babushkas with their noses in everyone's businesses. If you snap at them (I've seen the most mild manner nice girls from the suburbs who move to town snap at these people after the umpteenth time racing out of their apartment to complain about a rattling key) they run and tell the management. These old timers run the show (they run Chicago!) so management usually sides with them with rolling eyes. Unsure why they are so authoritarian. Is it their culture? It's a drag. If you live here be prepared to confront really old babushkas with a Lenin complex.”

“Before moving in I was told this was an "all-utilities included(except for internet)" apartment. After moving in I discovered I was responsible for electric as well. This was not a big deal, but then there is also a $25 fee for an activity key that opens all of the public doors, $10 guest passes for the pool, a $10 laundry card fee( plus the $1.50 per wash and per dry). I paid a move in fee, a deposit AND an elevator fee. I had to pay $360 for VALET parking. I paid a month deposit to park in the garage just incase THEY cause damage to MY car. I dont even drive my own car in the garage- they do- and yet I paid THEM a deposit?? THat doesnt even make sense. Furthermore the garage fee was not prorated. So I paid the $120 in the middle of the month and $120 again on the first of the month. Dog fees are paid EVERY year- not just a one time deposit. ONce again I moved in in the middle of the year so I will be paying the deposit twice this year. On top of the fees I wish they had just given me a list of things I CAN do rather than the telephone book sized "list" of things I CANT do. Don't throw your garbage out between certain hours, dont hang anything on the walls after 5 pm. dont do ANYTHING that makes ANY noise on sundays. Dont walk your dog through the lobby. no alcohol anywhere in the building. no smiling. You get the picture. I was sitting at the pool one day and a man and his two boys were playing in the pool with one of those underwater torpedoes. They werent splashing, they were hardly making any noise. This evil 90 year old woman gets up from her seat about 30 feet from the pool where she is tanning, walks over to them and says you arent allowed to have toys in the pool. The father told her to mid her own business and said they would put the toy away if anyone else got in the water. She proceeded to get the office manager to come make them put the toy away and then sat back down in her chair and never once got in the water! That is the kind of old, evil, fun sucking JERKS that live here. IF you are under 50 dont live here. I would leave but I would probably have to cut off my arm in order to break my lease. Go find an apartment thats cheaper and has less rules. Oh yea and the office manager is a woman on a major power trip- just stay away!”

“Very affordable for the amenities and the area. I've been living here for several years and feel like it's a real community: staff are friendly and know your name, maintenance staff are prompt and do a good job, and the folks on the 15th floor are great! There are rules about the freight elevator and pets, but those make sense to me, at least. If you aren't into communal living (reserving the freight elevator, saying "hi" to people in the hallways, etc.), then you shouldn't live in a highrise at all.”

“This is a condo building, and as such there is an association that sets rules. I have heard you may get warnings if you're too loud, but I cannot hear my neighbors unless they are loud in the hallways. Also being a condo each apartment review might vary greatly. In general I find this a great place to live with nice amenities for the amount you pay (at least the price I pay). The building allows dogs, but thank god I am not on one of the floors with loud barking dogs. I have never had dogs wet the carpet on my floor, but I've heard the experience varies by floor. I'm willing to admit there are some weird nuances, such as the parking garage employees (who are not related to the condo association or management, instead these are contractors) do not let you come into the parking garage to unload your groceries unless you pay for the monthly parking; even in the winter. Instead I have to go to the driveway outside in the cold weather, but that's the price you pay for convenience I guess. The fitness room is nice and not too crowded, the laundry room is not perfect but usually has plenty of available machines except for some peak times, and I get along well with my neighbors. I like it here and give this five stars for the price, location, amenities, and comfort combination”

“I bought a condo at LPP in 2008, so have a few years of recent experience to comment upon. From what I can gather from reading the reviews on this site and from my conversations with building residents, it seems that the current management is committed to making the building a great place to live through frequent personnel evaluations and updates to the common elements of the building (for example, the exercise room remodel in Nov 2008 was a great change). Based on changes in the physical building and management in recent years, I really do disagree with all of the negative comments from 5 years ago. Doormen are friendly, maintenance is quick (and included free for owners!), assessments are fair and cheaper than nearby buildings that provide less amenities, there has never been a special assessment in the history of the building, there is a good mixed demographic of residents (mostly owners rather than renters, so well taken care of), and overall friendly neighbors!”

“I am a renter, so I have not seen the association fees and assessments, but I do have experience living here. The neighbors are mostly nice, the management, staff, doormen, parking staff are all respectful, decent, and nice. The walls are a bit thin. Depending who your neighbors are, some are a bit quick to report you for noise, even if it's not you. The ventilation system needs to be re-engineered, as it's not very effective, and often times allows other units' exhaust to enter your unit. This results in burnt indian food smoke filling your unit or even cigarette smoke. The A/C sometimes is not as effective as it should be, but the heat certainly works well. Improvements in windows would help with energy management and would be more eco-friendly, too. The common areas are typically very clean and in good condition. Pool deck and outdoor areas are enjoyable. Parking is a good deal, and location cannot be beat. A great view is possible from 15 on up, especially with the north-east facing units. The current management is great, responsive and professional. The board association might need some shaking up, however. Having experience in facility management, I can assert that there are definitely more modern ways to run a facility, and certainly more logical solutions than sometimes are purported to be the proper course of action. A change in the current board of directors will not be possible until a critical mass of younger, more educated and informed residents who are sympathetic to the modernization of this property is reached. I believe this will be feasable in the next few years, however. A good influx of young residents do seem to be moving in, and hopefully good things will come of that change. I suspect in the next 5 years LPP will be a premier property in the up-and-coming Buena Park/North Lakeview neighborhood amongst younger buyers.”

“I'm assuming the person who wrote the review on 2/10 must just have finished sending it when the fire broke out. It was the second major fire event at the building in six years. There's nothing really to say about this place. This article pretty much sums up life at Lake Park Plaza: http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/chi-powerout11feb1”

“I bought a great 1-bedroom unit in the building in 2002. There are several strict rules regarding move-in, damage, use of swimming pool, fitness center, etc. I find that some of the short-term renters are disgruntled, but most of the long-term owners are happy with their investments and these rules keep short-term people from trashing our homes. We underwent a 3 year facade renovation that the City of Chicago mandated for every high-rise building in the City. This noisy work was completed in 2007. Yes, it was loud, but it's over. The building looks great and is well maintained. We just installed new carpeting and repainted all the public areas. We also have new management, many new doormen, and some new parking attendants too. This is an outstanding place to live if you enjoy easy access to the lakefront running/biking path and unbeatable access to the Loop via car or CTA. Also a plus is being able to see the lights of ball games at Wrigley Field and short walk to fun bars & outstanding restaurants. I've lived in several neighborhoods in Chicago and other US cities, this place is a great place to call home.”

“For those people reviewing this site, you should keep in mind this is a condo building not rental so "tenants" actually rent from the owner not management or leasing. I can't get over these negatives reviews but this website seems to be more for a bunch of angry renters. As far as the assessments are concerned they are well within range for the area, I did do a through investigation prior to buying in the building. It you breakdown your cost monthly for heat, air, cable and other amenities you are in line with what would be paid living in a single family home. Parking rate is exceptional! $128.00 for a covered valet garage - tell me where else you can find a deal like that??? Granted as far as I can tell there are a few employees that won't gone go beyond what they NEED to do but my experience with Management has been impressive. They take the time to go through all the ins and outs of the building. The office is pretty busy and only two people so I give them credit for being able to manage 600 residents as well as their staff. The manager Kelly seems to be here all the time. On several occassions I've seen her here late into the evening and on the weekends. Reassuring to see a manager who seems to care about the building and its residents) They have been extremely responsive (same day and typically within an hour or two) as far unit maintenance issues. If you have an emergency, they are there immediately. Having lived in a condo or two in Chicago I can report that no other building takes care of issues within individual units. That's only usually found in apartment complexs, not condos. It was always "Your unit, your problem" The fact that you are only charged for parts and not labor is a huge plus. Try hiring a contractor whether it be plumber, electrician, etc. and ask not to be charged for labor. They'd laugh in your face. Other places I've resided charge $50 to unclog a toilet, sink, etc. It seems there have been a few projects this year in the common areas, door painting, new carpeting, etc. Ive heard hallways are next which will make a huge difference. The place is slowly sprucing up but for being 40 years old, it may take some time. Overall I'm very happy. I'd recommend this building to any potential BUYER.”