Apartment Ratings | Elm Street Plaza Ratings and Reviews

Elm Street Plaza: Would Not Recommend (Not Recommending)

2009-08-18T12:44:22-06:00

From jaydboiler: My wife and I moved in to this place because of the location and convenience knowing that we would have a small area to work with and understandably so living in the city. however, we were not expecting all the BS to come along with it. ELEVATORSFirst off, there are ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: Good Times is here (Recommending!)

2009-03-14T06:48:02-06:00

From James_Evans_Jr: Just lookin' out of the window.Watchin' the asphalt grow.Thinkin' how it all looks hand-me-down.Good TimesKeepin your head above water,Making a wave when you can.Temporary lay offs. - Good Times.Easy credit rip offs. - Good Times.Scratchin and surviving. - Good Times.Hangin in and jivin' - Good Times.Ain t we lucky we ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: Nice place, Lots of Section-8 (Not Recommending)

2008-12-02T18:53:26-06:00

From smckay2: It was nice at first. The size of the apartment is really nice (corner 1 bdrm), and it was very clean upon move-in. The pool is nice during the summer, however they for some reason don't bother to fully clean it out or cover it during the winter, so if ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: Lived here a few years (Not Recommending)

2008-11-03T15:19:41-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I've lived here a few years in two units, both a studio and 2 bedroom.Pros: * location - close to everything* Staff* elevators* Apartments aren't soundproof but they seem pretty good overall* outdoor pool* safeCons: * If they get your Social Security number they WILL run a credit check on ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: Elm Street Plaza is not perfect, but great nonetheless (Recommending!)

2007-12-17T22:41:45-06:00

From Devsky1: I was sad to read some of the reviews Elm Street Plaza has been receiving lately. I wish to respond to a few comments people have made. First, some have complained about the elevators taking forever. Keep in mind that Elm Street Plaza is currently updating the system so that ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: Very Nice Location, Very Friendly and Professional Staff (Recommending!)

2007-12-13T22:43:12-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I moved to Elm Street Plaza three months ago. I almost made a decision not to move in due to some of the recent reviews I had read. However, after my conversation with one of the many friendly and professional staff members, I decided to take a "risk" and I ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: Horrible Temperature Control (Not Recommending)

2007-11-03T22:32:07-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Chicago had a quick cold snap that lasted about a week in the beginning of October this year. Unfortunately, that was enough to trigger the mgt and maintenance staff to switch the building over to heat for the season. Too bad for all of us that in the past few ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: PLEASE DO NOT GIVE YOURSELF THE HEADACHE (Not Recommending)

2007-08-08T15:46:03-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Parking is unsafe.I have rented an apartment here and just found out it has fifty apartments rented under Section 8. Sadly to say, I feel as if I am surrounded by gang members. Smoking in the stairways, hanging out constantly at all hours and I have found inappropriate things in ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: Do Not Live Here!!! (Not Recommending)

2007-08-01T11:09:58-06:00

From -Anonymous-: This place is terrible, which is strange since the company that runs it has such a good reputation. The maintenance staff and door personnel are both friendly and do their jobs well, but the office staff is lazy and don't seem to care about anyone's issues. The elevators break frequently. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: DO NOT MOVE HERE (Not Recommending)

2007-07-31T11:05:55-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Despite the AMAZING location, you will be miserable here for 2 reasons; 1) The elevators will cost you 20 minutes a day, you will be late to work, you will be frustrated, and you WILL be stuck in the elevators! They are HORRIBLE!!! I can not stress this enough, just ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: Great location and well managed building (Recommending!)

2007-07-09T02:12:37-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Normally, laziness would discourage me from writing my input, but when I saw that Elm Street Plaza was getting some negative reviews I had to write. Sadly I am leaving this building, but I would recommed Elm Street to anyone intrested and to any young women who wants to feel ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: DO NOT LIVE HERE (Not Recommending)

2007-06-26T17:46:22-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Don't live here. This place is awful. The worst part about it is the elevator service. One of the elevators has been out for months, the other two will be out for I believe a year after the first one has been fixed. One of the "functioning" elevators breaks about ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: can't wait to move out! (Not Recommending)

2007-06-25T09:21:54-06:00

From -Anonymous-: This building is really getting on my nerves and I would not recomend it to anyone who is looking for your living situation not to piss you off everyday. It's a shame because it's a great location and the apartments are actually a pretty nice size in comparison to most ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: Cabrini Residents moved in a few weeks ago! (Not Recommending)

2007-03-25T00:48:02-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I found out recently that Elm Street Plaza is renting to displaced Cabrini Green residents. It would be nice if the building management could have mentioned this prior to me moving in but they didn't. One of the doormen told me that a few of the new residents have been ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: Wonderful Apts., Wonderful Staff (Recommending!)

2007-02-28T12:59:09-06:00

From breck.r@sbcglobal.net: Just moved out - had a wonderful view of the lake and gold coast. The apartments are large with plenty of storage. The staff from the door people to the management is excellent. I loved living here - in addition the location was unbeatable. Treasure Island is attached, dry cleaners, ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: Everything is great, except the garage. (Recommending!)

2006-10-02T10:42:19-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have nothing to compain about this property except that "Standard Parking" which manages its garage is totally unreliable.

They managed to cash my check, but never credited it to my account, and disable my keycard because of non-payment, TWICE!

Manager and his folks at the office is the rudest. Their manner ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: i love this building! (Recommending!)

2006-08-04T14:51:09-06:00

From -Anonymous-: my lease is up at the end of October- which really bums me out. I don't want to leave- but my boyfriend wants to get a 2 bdrm- which means more $$$ if i stayed in the building.
I came to this site when i was looking for apts-and based ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: (Recommending!)

2006-07-24T12:35:01-06:00

From brijacks: Great building, but the parking is bad. My car was smashed overnight on the passenger side. The whole door had to be replaced and there was no assistance from the garage - they denied any responsibility (I am almost positive it was the valet drivers from Il Mulino, who also ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: Great place!!!! (Recommending!)

2006-04-06T09:52:18-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I moved from TN about 6 months ago. I had a brand new house there so I was a litle nervous about moving into an apartment! So far I LOVE this place! The staff is so friendly. The entire building is in the process of getting brand new windows. I'm ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: Elm St. Plaza rules! (Recommending!)

2005-09-23T19:07:52-06:00

From ChicagoBadger: I lived at Elm St Plaza for a couple years and loved it there. The Gold Coast location is awesome, they have a very nice outdoor pool and the gym while small is free. The doormen were usually friendly.

About the only thing I didn't like was the wind noise at ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: Would live here again! (Recommending!)

2005-09-09T22:51:06-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have to move for a job and let me say they will have to pull me out. I LOVE THIS PLACE. Best apartment I ever had. I love the views, staff, pool, space, unique layout, just everything. And best yet no bugs ever. i have NEVER NEVER seen a ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: Nice, but does not lack flaws (Recommending!)

2005-08-15T14:46:15-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Apartment is very spacious and with multiple rooms. More than I expected. Door and office staff are very friendly and helpful. There is some outside noise, even though I live on an outside floor. This is expected, especially on the weekends (I live near Rush St., which is nightclub central). ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: Great place to live (Recommending!)

2005-07-11T09:04:01-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I lived here for 4 years, and my only regret is that I moved out. I wanted to be closer to my family. The maintenance staff is wonderful. The office management is friendly, and responsive to any questions and/or requests. I have lived in many apartment buildings throughout the years, ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: Nice but not great (Not Recommending)

2005-06-01T09:43:57-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Iﾒm currently living in a one bedroom corner apartment. Iﾒve been living here for about 6 months now, and I have to say that I am only moderately happy with the place. The building itself is well maintained, and I have an excellent view of the city from my window. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: Everything was great except the former manager and doorman (Recommending!)

2005-03-03T00:53:31-06:00

From -Anonymous-: The building is nice and new...one of the nicest building on Dearborn St. However, I used to live there for 2 years. The former manager wasn't so nice. She and her staff tried to get into my apartment while I was in the bathroom taking a shower just because she ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: Great staff, great views, good space, expensive (Recommending!)

2004-06-24T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Very well run by Habitat, nice amenities: pool, renovated laundry, workout room, lobby. Staff all helpful and friendly. Great views from the Northeast corner 2BRBA. Units could use some upgrades, not as nice finishes as newer places (was built early 80's). Noisy on weekends due to proximity to Division St. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: Great (Recommending!)

2004-06-08T00:00:00-06:00

From angryrenter1234: great place! ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: Great (Recommending!)

2004-04-14T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I really enjoy living here. The staff is so nice and helpful. Maintenance will fix anything the same day you make your request. My view is great of the Lake and the Hancock building, I could not ask for a better location. The two bedroom apartment rent is pretty reasonable. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: good studio (Recommending!)

2004-04-01T00:00:00-06:00

From jasoncarey8: has every room except the bedroom. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: Loved the apt (Recommending!)

2007-11-04T09:52:16-06:00

From muban5: I lived in the building for almost 4 years. The staff was very friendly - loved the front door people and management was also helpful. Only had to have maintenance come once or twice total, and they fixed the problem AND were friendly. The building seemed very safe (I was ... [click to read full apartment review]

Elm Street Plaza: Great Place to Live (Recommending!)

2001-11-07T00:00:00-06:00

From lguthman: We have lived at Elm Street Plaza for about 1.5 years. We currently live on the top floor and haven´t seen better views from anywhere in the city. The leasing office, doormen/women, and maintenance are top rate. The building´s common areas were recently remodeled, but the specific apartments are beginning ... [click to read full apartment review]