How could this be!?
After living at Carlyle for 5 years I am completely shocked to find so many negative reviews! I loved every minute of it and will always have extremely fond memories of the time I spent there. My fiance and I enjoyed each others company in a roomy one bedroom with vaulted ceilings and an adorable kitchen. I never felt unsafe or noticed any maintenance issues. The pool gets full but as long as you're not scared of young people it's a great time.
As a school teacher I can tell you first hand just how much attitude plays into perception. I think many of the poor reviews of this property were written by people struggling with personal issues. I think their lifestyle became their scapegoat and they took it out on Carlyle.
As a final point I would like to say that I've been privileged all my life and if I went into detail you might hate me and call me spoiled. So trust me, my standards for living are not low, at all, and I really thought this was a great place to live. Plus its super convenient if you work downtown, literally 15 min on the crosstown and BANG you're in the heart of the city.
Anyway, hope this helps!
Thanks and all the best,
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