I've been at Brookside for a few years now -- a testament to the fact that I like it here. I've read the other reviews and do agree with the downfalls:

1. Glaringly inadequate parking (I often joke that I can't go out because I'll lose my parking spot)
2. small apartments
3. laundry rooms that could use a facelift (and more appliances)
4. occasionally loud, but mainly in the mid-afternoon when the high school lets out

On the plus side:

1. Great neighbors and community feel (you'll often find the kids out playing in the courtyards and the occasionally b-b-q).
2. Somerville is a fantastic small town; wide variety of restaurants, cute stores (and a mall a mile away), and even a classic car show each Friday over the summer.
3. As another review stated, the ladies in the rental office are great.
4. Any repair I've ever needed has been taken care of within 24 hours (though someone usually shows up within 30 minutes to evaluate the problem).

I've lived in a lot of apartments in NJ and this is completely on par with the others. If you are looking for a luxury apt., you won't be happy here. If you're looking for a nice apt. in a town that you'll be happy to live in, this is the place for you.

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