As a single mother moving from the Sugarloaf area I had to make very calculated decisions about where I would raise my son. Despite all the horrid reviews I moved to Idlewylde in October 2006 based on a personal friend's recommendation. She did not live there at the time, but had in the past and just a bit over a week ago moved back in.

My apartment selection was very hastily decided in regards to which unit. As a result, the comfort level is sub par due to poor insulation. I also experience normal noise from the neighbors which can be expected in any apartment community.

Management and other staff pride themselves on keeping the community clean. It's not what I would call beautifully landscaped, but for such a large community, it gets the job done. People compliment my choice often.

On site security monitor the grounds and each unit is equipped with an alarm system. I also checked the sex offender registry prior to move-in. Clean slate and I check regularly.

Maintenance requests are handled promptly and the quality of work is superb. While I believe management and the staff do an excellent job at keeping the community up, there are some less than desirable staff members that I prefer not to deal with. At times, I feel like I'm being brushed off or hurried. This may be due to the volume of requests from residents for whatever subject matter, but nonetheless it's unacceptable. The majority of the staff is quite the opposite.

As far as children go. My son is enjoying the fact that there are a good number of children his age close by. One issue that needs to be addressed is unattended children. Children of all ages wander the community, but I believe this is a parenting issue.

Bottom line. All apartment communities will have it's undesirables. I feel safe here. The rent is reasonable. The amenities are great. The floor plans rock. The staff is responsive. My decision to renew will be based on money. If the price is in my budget I will definitely stay.

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