Parkside at South Tryon Apartments

I have been at Parkside almost a month. It feels like HOME already. I was lucky to get a three bedroom apartment. The space/layout fits my need. Also, the security gate is big plus for senior living. The team in the leasing office is personable and very accommodating. When there was a need for maintenance, they responded expeditiously. They did not appear bothered but ready to complete the task. I am more than pleased to call Parkside at South Tryon my new home.

When I toured the complex it was amazing and spotless. You find out quick that is not the norm. Trash not picked up all over the complex. Management makes you feel like you should be picking it up or at least notifing them about it. You know, instead of them just regularly doing it. Pool is repeatedly closed without any notice. Only one grill has worked for the majority of my stay here. Great place to store your belongs, as long as the gate is not broken. Which happens quite regularly.

Management is relatively responsive and helpful. Parking isn’t great, but there are always spots (sometimes a hike). Clubhouse facilities are nice. Interior of apartment is nice.

The traffic pattern for entering and exiting the complex is terribly annoying. Trash is everywhere and piles up very high around the dumpster. The gate is broken as often as it is working. Police have been on site responding to calls multiple times in the six months I’ve lived there.

Overall, I’d say it’s a decent... place to live because of the proximity to Uptown. I will likely not renew. I think I can find a comparably better option for a better price.

Update
I only put two stars so you would know I'm a reasonable person and not someone who "wishes they could give negative stars" that a one star review may denote.

My vehicle was hit in the parking lot of the complex last week. Bumper literally on the ground when I walked to my car in the morning. The car next to me was hit as well.

After talking with neighbors, I found four other instances of their cars being hit with no witnesses and no surveillance. This has been going on for a while.

I spoke with the upper management, and they could do absolutely nothing for me. Wouldn't install surveillance, wouldn't reduce my rent, wouldn't let me terminate lease, wouldn't offer a complimentary garage.

Living in this complex is a financial liability, as you are surrounded by tenants who are willing to cost you large amounts of money. I would never recommend anyone to live at Parkside, even if the rent was even cheaper. I am leaving as soon as I can. Read More

When I first toured the complex, I fell in love with the appearance of the apartment and the fact that it was located conveniently from my job. However, after moving into my apartment, everything turned into a nightmare. I realized that my apartment is located next to the highway and I hear cars passing constantly, making it hard for me to go/stay asleep. This is especially difficult for me as I work on the nightshift and am off during the daytime. I wished that this was brought to my... attention prior to me moving in by the staff. I believe that in addition to the pros, potential residents should also be informed at the cons as well. I feel like the focus is more on filling a vacant apartment rather than the actual needs of the renter. I should not have to wait 6 months before I am able to switch apartments especially since this was not in my lease or brought to my attention by staff beforehand. Read More

Apartments are a decent size. I’ve never had any issues with safety. There have been some changes in the companies a few times but the current one is good they address things quickly. Noise has never been an issue.