In 1999, I was looking for an affordable apartment in Massachusetts where I could commute to work. The housing market was going crazy at the time and it was impossible to find reasonable rent even in questionable areas. Luckily, I found a studio apartment with BB Realty with a very reasonable rate. They do not raise the rent quickly because of the housing market but because of rising costs such as snow removal and water. The apartment is located very conveniently near downtown Marlborough so shopping and eating out is within walking distance. Did I mention the close access to I-495, route 20, and route 85' Very important for getting to work or getting to the airport. I only wished that Marlborough had a commuter rail so that I would not have to drive to work everyday. During my stay, I found the apartment to be well managed in important areas like snow removal and plumbing. Granted that the units are nothing fancy and do not have amenities such as air conditioning or a dishwasher, but it would be very difficult to find a livable place in Eastern Massachusetts for what they charge. I'm not sure why the first reviewer had such caustic words towards Andrea Bibi. My experience with her was that she is very understanding and very helpful. I don't remember anyone asking me to complain about the management during 1999 to 2000. The Marlborough area is mostly Hispanic so I can see why the person thought that most of the tenants don't speak English. Majority of the tenants that I have met are either students or working. They didn't seem too poor to me. The neighborhood may look old but I never had a problem with theft or vandalism. Parking is a bit tight as there is only one parking space per tenant and only street parking for visitors. My only complaint is that they install a doorbell or an intercom to allow visitors to signal me. I do have to say that the absence of a doorbell or intercom does improve privacy and noise. In my opinion, I would move back again in the future.

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