Lawndale Commons Apartments

We have been living here for a little while and it is overall okay. We have had some break ins and they “got security” but we don’t ever see security. When we had first presented to them about our break ins and stuff we were told “just buy a garage”. The leasing agents sometimes have an attitude when you let them know that you are a resident and not a future resident. The apartment itself is fine but just the overall way they go of things are just different.

I want to start by acknowledging that the apartments and the property are VERY beautiful and the staff are, *generally*, very nice. However, beyond looks and nice smiles, there were three main issues I experienced: (1) build quality that produced noise problems, (2) communication from the staff, and (3) foul smells from pipes in the bathroom.

(1) The construction quality of the units is poor, evident by the easily stained walls and the noise issues. Normal-level conversations from neighbors... could be easily heard in your unit and many residents blasted their car and home music to the point where you could hear it from inside your apartment. It wouldn’t be so bad if the apartments were constructed better. I’ve lived in many apartments where people blast their car music and I’ve never had this issue before.

(2) The communication via their texting system was frequent, and in my opinion, too frequent. While I can appreciate highly communicative staff, some of the messages were downright rude and they often threatened to fine people for minor things (e.g., misuse or inability to use the trash compactor). They failed to realize that children and people with physical disabilities may have a difficult time throwing their trash over the long ledge required to get the trash into the compactor. It’s not as simple as putting a bag into a regular dumpster. It’s also very inconvenient to only have one dumpster for an entire apartment complex.

(3) In my particular unit, there was a strong sewage smell in the bathrooms. This persisted despite weekly cleaning of the toilets, tub, and sinks. This is likely another poor build quality issue.

Overall, it’s a beautiful complex that is very safe (no break-in issues or theft) and you get a sizable balcony! However, if you’re sensitive to noise and prioritize well-built units, Lawndale Commons might not be the best home for you. Read More