Roaches and Mice
Pros
The landlord was generally responsive when we raised concerns and made an effort to address issues throughout our tenancy. He was accessible and willing to coordinate repairs when needed. We appreciated his communication and availability, particularly when dealing with maintenance requests.
Cons
We dealt with weekly cockroaches during our tenancy (2mo), and a neighbor also shared that they had experienced problems with mice in their apartment. Pest control came several times, but it did nothing to stop them. The common areas were also poorly maintained. The stairwell was rarely, if ever, cleaned during our time there. Dead cockroaches and large clumps of accumulated dust were regularly visible throughout the stairwell. Another issue was cigarette smoke. A resident regularly smoked in the building's entryway, causing the smell of smoke to travel throughout the building and into individual apartments. We lived on the fourth floor and could still smell the smoke inside our unit. While the landlord was generally responsive when we reached out about individual issues, the overall cleanliness and upkeep of the building was sub optimal. These weren't cosmetic complaints, but basic expectations for a clean and comfortable living environment. I would never allow a friend to live in this building, do not move here.
Advice to the owners
Truly address the pest issue.
Great place with the best landlord
Pros
Great location. Great layout. Lots of closet space. Best landlord.
Cons
Some cockroaches here and now. Not crazy though