TL;DR: Avoid this property if you value sleep, safety, or sanitation. Despite professional maintenance and office staff and a nice pool, the living experience is dominated by relentless noise from the DART Silver Line and midnight freight trains, a severe rat infestation that penetrates the cabinetry, and frequent all-day water shut-offs due to decaying plumbing. The location is both inconvenient and dangerous, marked by frequent "trap" intersections for tickets and a high-risk crossing at Belt Line Road where major accidents are common. Between the unusable upstairs balconies and the constant battle with pests and traffic, the well-maintained exterior simply doesn't justify the daily stress of living here.
--- The Review ---
While this property is generally well-maintained and has a helpful maintenance staff, several severe structural and environmental issues make it a difficult place to live. Before signing a lease, consider the following:
--- The Deal-Breaker: Noise & The Silver Line ---
The most significant issue is the noise. The property sits directly on the DART Silver Line, which runs every 30 minutes from 4:30 AM to 11:00 PM daily. To make matters worse, heavy freight trains pass through between midnight and 3:00 AM every Tuesday and Thursday, blasting horns that will wake even the heaviest sleepers. If you value peace and quiet, this location is not for you.
--- Living Conditions & Maintenance ---
Pest Infestation: There is a severe, ongoing rat problem. We had a large rat chew through the back of our kitchen cabinets, leaving significant damage.
Water Reliability: The plumbing is aging and unreliable. Management shuts the water off for an entire day (or longer) at least once or twice a month for "emergency repairs."
Trash Issues: Valet trash only operates Monday through Thursday. Because of the rat infestation, pests frequently tear into bags left out, creating a mess for which the complex WILL charge you a cleaning fee upon move-out.
The Apartment (A4 Floor Plan): The bathroom is spacious and high-quality, but the kitchen is small, dark, and difficult to work in. Avoid the upstairs units in this floor plan; the chimney cuts the balcony in half, making the outdoor space unusable. There was practically no insulation in the apartment, resulting in very high electric bills year around.
--- Safety & Location Risks ---
Dangerous Intersections: The intersection of E Belt Line Rd and Fairway Dr is incredibly dangerous. In two years, we witnessed 4–5 major accidents involving flipped cars and emergency crews. Being caught on the tracks at a red light while the Silver Line approaches is a terrifying daily reality.
Traffic Traps: The intersections of Belt Line/MacArthur and Fairway/Riverchase are heavy traffic enforcement in the areas. Be extremely diligent about full stops and speed limits.
Inconvenience: Unless you are shopping at the local Kroger, expect a minimum 20-minute drive to get almost anywhere.
--- The Pros ---
The pool area is well-kept, the maintenance team is responsive and professional, the office staff is pleasant to work with, and management is very good. They allowed me to leave early without paying an early move out fee. I have only good things to say about the people that run the show.
--- Final Verdict ---
I would not recommend this property due to the combination of train noise, sanitation issues, and the dangerous traffic conditions immediately surrounding the complex.