The Helmsman

3.7
126 reviews

About

Apartment Rental AgencyApartment Building
Discover The Helmsman, an upscale student housing community ideally situated in downtown Savannah, GA. Designed for the modern student lifestyle, our pet-friendly studio, one-, two-, three-, and four-bedroom apartments near Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) provide exceptional convenience and comfort. Every apartment comes fully furnished, guaranteeing meticulous attention to detail, with contemporary finishes and thoughtful touches within each floor plan. Experience the epitome of luxury living at The Helmsman, where downtown Savannah apartments redefine student housing in Savannah, GA.

Location

The Helmsman
645 E Broughton, Savannah, GA
31401, United States

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Reviews

3.7
126 reviews
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What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Staff Performance

The front desk staff and maintenance team received high praise for being friendly, helpful, and responsive to residents' needs.

Amenities

Residents enjoyed the variety of amenities available, including a gym, pool, and game room, although some reported issues with maintenance and cleanliness.

Management Issues

Many reviews highlighted significant dissatisfaction with management, particularly regarding communication, transparency, and handling of maintenance requests.

Noise and Safety Concerns

Frequent complaints were made about noise disturbances, particularly from fire alarms and thin walls, as well as safety issues related to the building's location and maintenance.

Value for Money

Several residents felt that the cost of living at The Helmsman was not justified by the quality of the apartments and services provided.
  • CM
    Clara Perezgil M
    Nov 14, 2025
    5.0
    I been here for a semester now and I love it here! The amenities and the staff are the best! :)
  • WR
    Wally Rivers
    Nov 13, 2025
    5.0
    The helmsman has been my home for 3 years, and has been amazing! The amenities have been so great, and so is the staff! 10/10 experience, and piano and pool and pool table major slay on their part!
  • SS
    Shaun
    Nov 3, 2025
    5.0
    Great place to live, been here for a year, I have not regretted it. but all and all I would recommend the Helmsman to everybody who wants to move to a wonderful abode in a new area.
  • HK
    Henry Knight
    Oct 17, 2025
    4.0
    Baileys the greatest
  • NO
    Nathan Ohrman
    Sep 19, 2025
    2.0
    I lived there for the first two years that they were open. I love the location, the amenities, and the security. However, you will not be treated as an adult here. This is not a building where you can go as you please, bring guests easily, have a small gathering here and there without problems, pet sit, or even get a full nights rest on finals week without being woken up by a fire alarm. There are roaches on occasion as an added bonus to the existing issues. Other apartment buildings in savannah offer you an appartement where you never have to feel like every social occasion you have, or other miscellaneous life circumstance may be an obstacle to the staff or your surrounding neighbors, but at this building, they will. The floor and walls are absolute cardboard. You can hear EVERYTHING. I was at the very end of my hallway and you can hear our vacuum from the elevator. This means that practically everything you can become a potential noise complaint, which is a $100 charge to you and all of your roommates. The staff is nice on the surface but also drama queens for lack of better words. They dont react to transactional aspects of living in the way professionals would and everything feels like drama to them. Im very disappointed with their timeliness to maintenance. My microwave had broke (along with many others in the building) due to mold and moisture build up from original construction flaws. I was given a “temporary” microwave as things were taken care of, that was set on my counter. This became more of a permanent microwave, while there was a whole in my kitchen wall for almost an entire year, despite me and my roommates asking for the problem to be taken care of. I dont think this is the worst option to live in savannah, especially not for other scad students, but is absolutely NOT worth the cost. There are so many other options in savannah where you get way more for the same or even less cost, and they actually treat you like a trusted adult with a life of your own. I would move those options up higher on your list before this one, but this is still a safe option to live in if you cant find anything else.

Frequently Asked Questions About The Helmsman

What types of apartments does The Helmsman offer?

The Helmsman offers pet-friendly studio, one-, two-, three-, and four-bedroom apartments fully furnished with contemporary finishes.

Where is The Helmsman located?

The Helmsman is located at 645 E Broughton, Savannah, GA 31401.