From:
-Anonymous-
Date posted:
2/24/2005
Years at this apartment:
2005
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2005
3 responses
This place actually put a smile on my face when I signed the lease. One of the best features about this place is its management - they bend over backwards to accomodate your needs. I've noticed doormen actually get out and open doors for individuals, act very politely, and one even gave me directions. When I waited in the leasing office a lady came in complaining about her plumbing and management responded to her patiently and kindly.
Next comes the fitness center: all the equipment, be it treadmills or free wieghts, are NEW and CLEAN! Moreover the place is open 24/7 - I've never found a place that does something like that. Similarly, their pool is gorgeous and open 24/7 also.
Finally the apartments themselves: They are the best I've seen in all my excursions around Chicago. The kitchens have NEW APPLIANCES and HARDWOOD FLOORS. The views are like Monet paintings (really). And the cabinets match the hardwood floors of the kitchen as well.
The only complaints I have are with respect to the size of the apartments and location. The units themselves are not very large and don't have too much closet space either. Also, the location of North Harbor Tower isn't the greatest either. It feels like it's pretty far removed from the loop, but that' s actually a good thing if you're noise averse like me. Moreover, a ten minute walk gets you to Michigan Ave.
With all the complaints people have against apartment management these days, that alone should be the only determinate of what makes a good apartment. But at North Harbor, I really feel like they not only have great management, but some of the best amenities and living quarters as well.
On a final note, some extra features include:
1. a grocery store that provides FREE DELIVERY for North Harbor alone (sure,it's probably expensive but hey it's something)
2. high-speed wire less internet in the "Club House Room" as well as the "Business Center"
My personal experiences in comparing North Harbor to other apartmetns are thus:
1. It's better than Cityfront Apartments because North Harbor has FAR BETTER amenities and apartments. North Harbor actually cleans its workout facilities and DOES NOT charge for use of its newer and cleaner fitness center. Moreover North Harbors apartments have new appliances, better views, and just look cuter overall.
2. It's better than Columbus Plaza because North Harbor again has better amenities, nicer views, is quieter, and HAS PARKING (which Columbus Plaza only has through the Hyatt and as valet).
3. It's better than McClurg Court Apartments in Streeterville because it has no history physical assaults in its hallways.
4. It's better than Eugenie because it's cheaper and has 24/7 gym.
5. It's better than the Presidential Towers because North Harbor is not falling apart.
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On a final note, the leasing agents really will work with you to get you the best deal.
Recommended: YES
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User Responses
From:
rsnchicago
Date:
04/03/2005
Isn't it nice to see that someone in the management office posted this diatribe? Good going. If only you'd live up to this silly hype you're writing, you might have more tenants renewing leases.
From:
leasingagent
Date:
04/11/2005
To rsnchicago...Eugenie Terrace and North Harbor Tower are sister properties. My question to you is why would someone from North Harbor Tower compare themselves to their sister property and attempt to make themselves appear better? You obviously work in the industry based on the terms you use and must work at a very slow property if you have this much time on your hands. Shouldn't you maybe be following up with your clients or something???
From:
adembros
Date:
07/15/2005
All I have to say is you shot yourself in the foot.
From: leasingagent Date: 04/11/2005 To rsnchicago...Eugenie Terrace and North Harbor Tower are sister....
That response says From: leasingagent
If you don't work for the property, and infact work for another property why are you praising NHT so much. If you do work for the property than you should practice better business and avoid bashing your competition.
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