11/20/24
Avoid At All Costs
Living at The Tiffany Apartment, operated by Urban Phenix, was the single worst rental experience of my life. Where do I even begin?
Security is nonexistent. The lock on the front door has been broken for ages, leading to frequent package theft. My Bluetooth water bottle was stolen from outside my door, and when I tracked it to my neighbor’s apartment and reported it, nothing was done. The mailboxes are regularly broken into, and at one point, they were left wide open for days, making it a... free-for-all for thieves. Management did nothing to address these issues despite multiple complaints.
Safety is a joke. The halls are often filled with mentally ill individuals roaming unchecked. I had to call the police twice for disturbances caused by drug addicts wreaking havoc. On one occasion, I caught someone snorting drugs in the laundry room. Despite reporting this to management, no action was taken. You’re left feeling unsafe in your own home, with no reassurance from the people running the property.
Maintenance is a disaster. The washing machines rarely work, yet they make no effort to repair or replace them. The lights in the hallways frequently go out, and when they send someone for repairs, it’s worse than useless. Maintenance once entered my apartment to inspect a neighbor’s heater issue, made a hole in my wall, and then charged me for the damage when I moved out!
Utility charges are absurd and feel arbitrary. Despite the low rent, they gouge you on utilities, and the charges make no sense. Several tenants, including myself, complained about the costs, especially since nothing seemed to work correctly. It’s a scam designed to nickel-and-dime tenants while neglecting the actual property.
Dishonest and disreputable management. When you move out, expect to be charged for everything imaginable, including essential wear and tear they would have to address anyway. They are unprofessional, inconsiderate, and clearly out to squeeze every last penny from tenants without providing a safe or functional living environment.
Save yourself the misery. Don’t be fooled by the seemingly low rent—the hidden costs, rampant crime, and complete lack of professionalism make The Tiffany Apartment a nightmare. You deserve better.
Review from Apartments.com