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Columbia Town Center: We Like it here (Recommending!)

2009-11-25T14:26:19-06:00

From -Anonymous-: My son and I moved into building 10330 in June of this past year. We love it here. We enjoyed the pool all summer long. It's quiet, peaceful, have not seen any crime, Front building with ballroom was just completely redone, maintenance issues were taken care of in a timely ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Telephone Inquiry (Not Recommending)

2009-08-12T09:47:36-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I am not a tenant. After reviewing the ad on craigslist, I was intrigued and interested in viewing the complex because of its location and spaciousness. However, after phoning the office to inquire about features, offerings and availability, I've decided to look elsewhere. The young lady on the phone was ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Find somewhere else to live (Not Recommending)

2009-07-04T14:25:03-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Apartments are cheaply built, and now that they're not new anymore, it's really starting to show. The new management (Gables) has been very lax in their capital expenditures (and they've become mean and have started trying to cheat money out of their tenants). There was a clear change after that ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Too Bad (Not Recommending)

2009-03-27T14:00:46-06:00

From -Anonymous-: This was a great place until management allowed the wrong people to rent here. The big problem is that business people no longer life here. It's kids (under 25) and people who party too much. There has also been more and more reports of crimes within the appartments. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: YOU DONT WANT TO STAY HERE (Not Recommending)

2009-03-09T20:25:33-06:00

From GablesVictim: I have just moved into this property and GOD what was I thinking? I am from out of state so I did not know Better but brace yourself and make your decisions abit wiser based on my mistakes.1.I had to fill more than 1 application the first one got lost.2. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: recommended, but with reservations (Recommending!)

2008-11-08T10:19:07-06:00

From renterphg: Introduction: I lived at CTC from February 2007 to October 2007. I signed a seven-month lease and then stayed one month beyond the lease. I chose a short lease because I was planning on buying a house. I recommend CTC but not without reservations.Management, first impressions : I toured CTC ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: good location, nice landscaping, parking is a nightmare (Not Recommending)

2008-10-26T12:08:52-06:00

From -Anonymous-: My girlfriend is a tenant at this complex. Starting with the bad news, parking is outrageous. Unless you're a tenant or are willing to shell out $75 a month for a parking pass DO NOT park anywhere on the grounds. There are ambiguous signs indicating every spot is a "tow ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Living Here but I wish I wasn't (Not Recommending)

2008-10-22T15:56:33-06:00

From -Anonymous-: My boyfriend and I had the worst experience from the very beginning. The apartments are great but the office staff is horrible. We had to visit the apartment complex four times before they actually had all paperwork in order for completion. The office staff is nice enough but they don't ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Recent Visit (Recommending!)

2008-10-22T10:18:03-06:00

From Johnysuede: Month of visit: OctoberAppearance: On our visit we viewed their model that has an 18 foot a high ceiling. We viewed a 2 bdr, and 1 bdr both with 9ft tall ceilings. The building is kept in a good appearance. The units that were shown were nice and obviously so ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Not worth the money- NOT a luxury apartment complex (Not Recommending)

2008-08-11T06:19:05-06:00

From -Anonymous-: My first unit in this neighborhood was filled with a constant stream of a neighbor's cigarette smoke. My second unit reeks of cat urine and litter- I don't have a cat.The office staff will never return your phone calls or do the things they tell you to your face that ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Consider Living Elsewhere (Not Recommending)

2008-08-03T09:46:58-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have lived here for several years but was preparing to move out recently and had not renew my lease. The management at the community I had chosen to move to made an error, making it too late to give moving notice in time to be in compliance with the ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Columbia Town Center Apts now known as the Gables the truth from the inside (Not Recommending)

2008-07-28T07:15:05-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I lived their for almost 2 yrs and from the time I moved in I felt it was an unorganized establishment. They contently changed management and my rently rents were enormous with the content problem with the air conditioner or heat. This complex is not tenent friendly. I felt as ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: The Honest Truth (Recommending!)

2008-07-27T18:46:17-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I lived at Columbia Town Center from about February 2003 through July 2008, so I have a lot to say. I moved out just a couple of months ago, but felt like writing an honest review for propects. As humorous as some of the negative reviews are, there is some ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Hit and miss (Recommending!)

2008-06-27T08:48:43-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Pros:Convenient to mall and library. Nice grounds and nice looking apartments. Maintenance staff is outstanding.Cons:Most of the office staff is incompetent. Example: Notified today that they've lost their records on who rents which storage unit. Solution: Threaten to throw your stuff out in ten days unless you tell them you're ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Dont let the waterfall & "secure" parking gates fool you!!! (Not Recommending)

2008-06-06T10:05:48-06:00

From kd5389: I have lived at this complex since October 2007 and am moving out, thank god!! My husband and I thought this was a wonderful place when we went for the walk through. The waterfall outside was nice and the fact that the parking garage was gated made me feel secure. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: This is a wonderful place to live. (Recommending!)

2008-05-24T11:18:19-06:00

From ctcrocks11: I've lived at the Columbia Town Center since it was built in 2002. I live on the 4th floor and LOVE IT! The noise is nonexistent up here and so are bugs for the most part. The staff is phenominal in response to issues and always goes out of there ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Average at best. Wouldn't recommend. (Not Recommending)

2008-04-22T16:52:58-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I thought I'd write up a review for those thinking about living here. I rented here from 2003-2005.Prior to 2004, there was a previous management company that serviced this complex. At that time, the staff and maintenance people were very helpful and the grounds were well kept. Sometime in 2004, ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Don't see how anyone can possible hate it... (Recommending!)

2008-03-10T21:43:08-06:00

From -Anonymous-: When I search for Columbia apartments and rank by percent recommended....CTC doesn't even show up on the first page which is mind boggling. All the other apartments in Columbia are s**tholes (except for the Gramercy probably...) judging by my tour of them.Anyway, the place is expensive but you get what ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Love it so far! (Recommending!)

2007-07-26T22:02:44-06:00

From -Anonymous-: My roomate and I moved in back in February. We were also a little hesitant after reading the reviews here, however we are extremely glad that we chose to live at this apartment complex. We have wonderful neighbors for one. We have only needed maintenenace for two things and they ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Don't do it (Not Recommending)

2007-07-26T17:04:39-06:00

From aramis86@yahoo.com: We arrived in early June and it has been nothing but a nightmare. Where to begin? Granted, we're only here for 5 months because we're having a house built, but I wish had picked somewhere else. First of all, the week we moved in, we called service to replace a ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Not worth the $$$$ and safety in question (Not Recommending)

2007-07-03T09:10:12-06:00

From bradspace: My family and I are staying there as corporate housing while we look for something more permanent. The leasing agent working with my wife was very accommodating, but other than her the staff is inattentive. The grounds could be beautiful, but there doesn't seem to be much effort in the ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Nice place, good price, good location (Recommending!)

2007-06-17T21:48:22-06:00

From cometcrash: We've lived here for two months now. We were a little hesitant initially after reading some of the negative reviews posted here, but a tour of the place allayed most of those concerns. Since we have lived here, we have found this place to be quiet (except for occasional faint ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Convenient, reasonable, fairly affordable (Recommending!)

2007-06-17T21:19:11-06:00

From wbumi@hotmail.com: My wife and I moved in January 2006 and signed a 6 month lease. Until the last day we never had anything wrong with the apartment. It was quiet, the management's response is exceptional, and they keep the complex clean, and organized.What we liked a lot is the $750 gift ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: please help :) (Not Recommending)

2007-04-03T17:27:25-06:00

From -Anonymous-: i am a working professional looking to get a single bedroom apartment
this complex from looking around has everything i am looking for.. i almost signed the lease until i read theses reviews and now i am very concerned ...
i am single .. so i will be using just one parking ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: A Wonderful Place to Call Home (Recommending!)

2007-03-14T11:40:30-06:00

From MedicZach: I have been living at Columbia Town Center for just over a year and a half now. I will be relocating soon due to work and must admit I am sorry to have to move. CTC stands out in a community where there are no shortage of high-quality apartments. Columbia ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Not bad overall (Recommending!)

2007-03-02T08:56:21-06:00

From DruchiiChan: The apartment itself is not bad at all however the prices are high (well, all of columbia is over priced also.) Also the walls are kinda thin so whenever the neighbors fight or decide to have their music so loud it shakes the walls, you can hear every part of ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: So far so good........... (Recommending!)

2007-12-10T10:05:05-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Moving in was a great experience and the office staff was very pleasant. Maintenace completed my request in a timely manner. Overall we had a smooth transition and love the area! ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: not so bad (Recommending!)

2007-01-12T16:41:20-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I moved into my 3bdrm apartment in Oct. and I love it. I have great parking spots and wonderful view. The was an issue but, it seems like it has been fixed. So far the best place in Columbia ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Do not recommend. Terrible service and environment. (Not Recommending)

2006-12-11T20:11:27-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have rented apartments throughout the US and this is the worst experience I have had by far. The apartments are spider infested and the parking and security is a joke. The security entrance gate has been broken for 6 months but the exit security gate works just fine.....imagine that. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Pretty good (Recommending!)

2006-11-28T10:02:25-06:00

From -Anonymous-: My partner and I moved into CTC in April 2006. We live in a one bedroom and my experience has been pretty good. We moved in when the new parking rules were being put in place- so we never experienced any confusion.

The towing guy was a little stalker-ish in ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Getting better (Recommending!)

2006-11-11T16:15:36-06:00

From -Anonymous-: In my opinion, things have been turning around now that the booting doesn't seem to be an issue anymore. I rarely see boots on cars now.

My utility bills have gotten A LOT better too. It may go up in the winter though since there is gas heating, but I'll have ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Having second thoughts (Not Recommending)

2006-11-10T12:54:46-06:00

From -Anonymous-: After reading recent reviews I'm having second thoughts of getting into the leasing office and sign the lease. When I first saw the place it seemed like a nice place to rent and live in respect to it's location. Has the parking, utilities, and maintenance problems been fixed? I would ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: It's going down fast!!!! (Not Recommending)

2006-10-02T11:13:14-06:00

From -Anonymous-: As many that have lived in CTC apts have stated. If you began renting there, 2004 and beyond, the place was steadily going down. Before ING took over the place, it was nice, the grounds were kept up, the staff was decent and the were no bugs. When I moved ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: (Recommending!)

2006-09-13T16:48:48-06:00

From -Anonymous-: For the cost of the apartments, I would have expected the inside to be higher quality materials. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: This is worse than hell (Not Recommending)

2006-09-07T20:43:27-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I don't even know where to begin about how horrible this place is. From the moment I moved in I was sorry. First, the office staff should all be fired. It is the worst customer service I have ever seen. Second, the AC never works. I had to call maintenance ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Some problems and noisy neighbors (Recommending!)

2006-08-29T20:06:39-06:00

From xuptime: We have been here for 3 weeks.

First off the apartment we were supposed to get had water damage so they had to give us another one, thats ok because we got a 2 weeks free rent for that. We have had a stopped up toilet, needed the AC charged, they ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Expensive, but Very Nice! (Recommending!)

2006-08-22T17:27:47-06:00

From popcornface: My spouse and I just moved here three weeks ago and really have no major complaints. We have a three bedroom, two bath and absolutely love the space, the high ceilings, the layout, and the location. The parking policy will hopefully change. There are always empty parking spaces in the ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: potential renter.. need help (Not Recommending)

2006-08-10T23:53:52-06:00

From cabana_boy_297@yahoo.com: I am looking for an apartment in columbia and had this place in mind considering its location and proximity to the mall, restaurants. After reading the reviews here, i am thinking about it twice. I was going to go see a model sometime this week but now i am thinking ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Enter At Your Own Risk (Not Recommending)

2006-08-07T21:55:42-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have only been a tenant for about a month and have heard nothing, but complaints from my neighbors who appear sane, educated and reasonable. From my own observations....not really sure of the parking situation because I was never given any information. When asked I was told the information had ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Needs new management!! (Not Recommending)

2006-08-01T15:29:31-06:00

From pt193_99@hotmail.com: This could be one of the finest, livable apartment complex here in Columbia...but it's not! All because of extremely bad management. Not responsive to the customer, irresponsible, unattentive, and everything else imaginable. It is truly remarkable.... ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Great the first year, now an absolute horror!!! (Not Recommending)

2006-08-01T10:45:11-06:00

From bubblesitter: I am moving because it's so horrific! This place is a nightmare. You can't sleep at night wondering if your guest is going to have a $200 boot on their car in the morning. My neighbor moved out because his girlfriend kept getting booted. The utility bills are outrageous. Mine ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: A Question for Current Residents (Not Recommending)

2006-07-28T02:10:50-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I am a young professional looking for a new apartment. After visiting the CTC this week I had a seemingly good impression of the property, however after reading current reviews I am beginning to thing otherwise. Overall I am looking for the opinions (good and bad) of current residents...and no ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Seems very nice to me (Recommending!)

2006-07-26T16:49:42-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I do not live here, but I know someone who does, and whenever I came to visit, I never had a problem with parking. I will admit I wish there more spaces assigned to visitors, but I would always park in the assigned spots for visiors, and have never been ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Columbia Crap Center (Not Recommending)

2006-07-25T11:30:43-06:00

From -Anonymous-: 3 words "DONT MOVE THERE" ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Great Living! (Recommending!)

2006-07-25T10:05:28-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I find it hard to believe the comments that are written in regards to Columbia Town Center. I have been living here for over 3 years and yes there have been some challenges but if everyone would follow the rules in regards to parking, and other policies the complex offers ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Most horrible place to live (Not Recommending)

2006-07-24T18:18:18-06:00

From -Anonymous-: You wouldn't want to move in here even if you were offered money.

This apartment complex management has gone to the pits. The apartments look nice, but don't expect more than that. They do not clear the ice in the winter, so parking on the roof is going to be a ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Worst Place You Could Stay (Not Recommending)

2006-06-20T18:09:39-06:00

From -Anonymous-: The complex is very nice and our first year here was great. As of late, my vehicle was vandalized inside the parking garage, friends bicycles were stolen off their back porch, the leasing office manager is unwilling to help out in any situation, additional parking passes cost $75.00 , the ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Apartment Parking Costs Tenants $125.00 (Not Recommending)

2006-06-06T20:38:28-06:00

From -Anonymous-: The apartment complex has contracted with County Towing to boot *any* vehice that does not have in plain view their parking permit tag. It doesnt matter that you are authroized to park or show your permit. Once booted you will pay. The Tow Nazi comes by as often as he ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: Stay away for your own good!! (Not Recommending)

2006-06-04T20:14:20-06:00

From -Anonymous-: This leasing office has no concept of a contract. They suddenly started charging for parking. They suddenly tripled our gas bills. We are paying $200-$300 for a 2 bedroom apt. It used to be $100 with the old billing company. So, add that on top of your rent. Some of ... [click to read full apartment review]

Columbia Town Center: where is the explanation? (Not Recommending)

2006-05-12T19:55:32-06:00

From onlysighs:
Location is great. I love the layout too.

But for the price we are paying, the fixture is very cheap, walls/ceilings too thin and the carpet is filthy even after steam vacuming.

I think this was previously rented to a monthly rental corporation and they just trashed it.

The mainetenance usually ... [click to read full apartment review]