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Duffield House Association: poor service (Not Recommending)

2008-11-01T12:42:28-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Not only are the people in the leasing office rude and inattentive their maintenance staff is well below average in fixing any problems that occur and the time in which they do it. Besides that fact the fire alarms go off at all hours and no explanation is given as ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: MICE and FIRE ALARMS (Not Recommending)

2008-05-17T21:51:45-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Unless you are up for a fire alarm at LEAST once a month at perfect times of the day such as 3:00 AM and 6:00 AM, and MICE DAILY in your apartment that you strive to keep free of crumbs and food, DONT MOVE HERE! Yeah, they're renovating and the ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: Not too bad but not spectacular (Recommending!)

2008-04-08T09:44:25-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I've lived here since December and it's not the worst apartment experience I have had but for the money it could be better. I enjoy using the gym and not having to pay utilities. I do no have any rodent problems and aside from an occasional draft from my balcony ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: Keep looking! (Not Recommending)

2008-02-19T20:30:29-06:00

From -Anonymous-: My wife and I are actively trying to break our lease because we are tired of the fire alarm going off, at least once a week and sometimes very late at night. We were told by a student who was moving out to keep looking and we did not follow ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: Adequate to Mediocre (Not Recommending)

2007-08-31T23:22:35-06:00

From -Anonymous-: A poor man's full-service building. Staff was inconsistent. Building was depressing. Had to fix many things over the course of my stay. Parking lot can be a bit scary to park in. Good location, close to highway and access to Center City. For Philadelphia, this place was not too bad ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: (Recommending!)

2007-05-17T15:36:02-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Maintenance staff is good, Roy is the man! Office staff has always been friendly, both Janet and Kathy. Staff and maintenance are both above average for this area, based on my experience. Parts of the building are in rough shape, but we'll see how these renovations go. Parking lot would ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: All utilities included but definitely not worth it to move here. (Not Recommending)

2007-04-13T09:30:08-06:00

From -Anonymous-: 1. Price- The rent is not so bad for what you get. You get all utilities included which is great because you don't have to worry about any added expense. This might be the only good point about the apartment.

2. Location- We mainly moved here because of the location. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: Awful Service, Management and Upkeep (Not Recommending)

2007-03-20T19:49:29-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I lived in the Duffield House for 4 years, during that time, a new property manager took over and things began to fall apart, literally. The fire alarms were constantly going off at all hours, the laundry rooms were equipped with washers and dryers that worked sporadically and always had ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: Still Have Mice In The Building! (Not Recommending)

2008-02-07T12:14:57-06:00

From -Anonymous-: MICE!!! The renovations are great and the staffers are pleasant. Laundry rooms suck! Problems with the fire alarm system! AND the building still has MICE problems!!!!!!!!!! ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: TERRIBLE...DO NOT LIVE HERE (Not Recommending)

2007-01-17T12:59:07-06:00

From -Anonymous-: This place is a DUMP!!! WAs okay when I first moved in then slowly got worse. The windows are paper thin and it feels like outside when you stand near them. There is not reason for me to have to keep my head on 80 in the winter just because ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: Don't live here (Not Recommending)

2007-01-07T11:52:36-06:00

From -Anonymous-: This is by far the worst place I have ever lived in. The genereal consensus from everyone here is very negative and I agree 100%. A month after moving in, my car was broken into and two weeks later my girlfriends car was stolen!!!!!!!!! Three months later, the broken glass ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: Don't Move to the Duffield House (Not Recommending)

2007-01-06T23:40:57-06:00

From duffieldisnogood: Maintenance at the Duffield House is TERRIBLE. We have had holes in our ceilings for 2 months that have not been fixed. We have had multiple plumbing problems, mice, and other issues; no one will come fix problems until you call maintenance MULTIPLE times, and then they don't even fix ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: I agree with the person below me! (Not Recommending)

2007-01-04T13:14:07-06:00

From -Anonymous-: My car as well got broken into. Sucks.. yes it does.
Very dirty! The lobby is the best thing here! ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: THE DUFFIELD HOUSE IS THE WORST PLACE TO LIVE EVER (Not Recommending)

2006-12-07T10:33:17-06:00

From -Anonymous-: i live here for a year and i hated it...the building is falling apart...my apartment had mice...management sucks...my car got broken into there..there is no type of security in or around the building...the maintenance people sucks...dishwasher never worked...the hallways look like the bates motel...the size of the rooms are ok...thats ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: Duffield House (Recommending!)

2006-12-05T16:29:26-06:00

From msweetmusic1: The rooms are very large and fully carpeted (except in the kitchens and bathrooms). My only complaints are with the windows and the noise. I live on one of the lower floors near the dumpsters in the back and I can hear EVERYTHING because the windows are like paper, which ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: (Recommending!)

2006-12-05T12:33:15-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Duffield is a great apartment building, the rent is great compared to other apartment complexes in the area and includes all utilities. they have new heating and air conditioning with a box in each room and the heat works really well and so does the air. maintinence is pretty good ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: Management lies! (Not Recommending)

2006-07-13T14:52:21-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Leasing agent showed me something I did NOT get! I was told I would get this and that but still no luck! Very dirty here and I dont like bringing guests over because of the hallways! Dont even think about it!!! ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: (Recommending!)

2005-10-31T15:07:35-06:00

From paula4power: I moved here in September 2005. The building is very quite. I have not had any problems with noise. I do not have a mice or bug problem. The staff has been very helpful and very nice. So far I cannot complain about the Duffield house. My apartment is a ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: (Not Recommending)

2005-09-08T20:55:48-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I've been a long time resident here and have seen changes that those new to the Duffield are just not aware of.This building pales in comparison to it's former self. Physically it's in very poor condition from the dark & dank hallways to the unsecure and unsafe parking lot.Security which ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: "I'm loving it" (Recommending!)

2005-08-30T23:37:08-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I just moved into the Duffield House a month ago. I absolutely have no complaints regarding the building, my apartment, or the staff. Everyone is very helpful & the attitude in which you're assisted is always pleasant. However, I must admit that the parking lot isn't very safe for vehicles ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: Glad I applied (Recommending!)

2005-08-06T17:36:05-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I recently applied for an apartment at The Duffield House, and was approved and I am looking forward to moving here.

Several factors that made me decide to rent here are that all utilities are included, central air-conditioned, the staff was very helpful, and they have a pool. Also they have ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: Great Place to Live (Recommending!)

2005-08-06T17:01:32-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Let me begin with the fact that my apartment was immaculate when I moved in, and had new carpets installed. The only problem I had when I moved in was a closet door that was off track, which maintenance took care of.

I have been living at The Duffield House for ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: I love the pool!!! (Recommending!)

2005-08-06T16:17:24-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I enjoy living here - especially the outdoor swimming pool, which is open 7 days a week. I invited my mom and dad over, and we had a great time - it was open til 7:00 p.m., and afterwards, we went to a local restaurant. You really can't beat the ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: First Impressions (Recommending!)

2005-08-06T15:50:32-06:00

From -Anonymous-: As I entered the elegant lobby entrance, I noticed how clean it was, and then I saw two women working very hard, as they scrubbed and cleaned. I was impressed with how hard they were working, and the results showed it - it looked and smelled very clean. That was ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: Just Moved Here (Recommending!)

2005-08-06T15:04:59-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Hi, I recently applied, was approved and moved into an apartment at The Duffield House. During the application process the office requested a copy of my paystubs, as income verification, and I provided them with the information promptly, and was approved in a timely manner. Since moving here, whenever I ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: management sucked the big one (Not Recommending)

2005-07-29T13:27:09-06:00

From -Anonymous-: my application took forever. Never was informed about the apartment status. never got a straight answere. referred to my co app as "foriengner that doest understand" app rules. horrible experience. huge regret. DO NOT APPLY ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: dirty and falling apart (Not Recommending)

2005-02-24T12:00:20-06:00

From -Anonymous-: this building has so many things wrong with it, i dont know where to start.
first, the hallways are dark and dirty, with really poor lighting. the elevators are slow and dirty and frequently bring you to the wrong floor. one day i tried to take the stairs, which is ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: DO NOT MOVE IN THIS BULDING!! (Not Recommending)

2005-01-31T21:02:20-06:00

From -Anonymous-: The recent decision to dismiss the 24 hour doormen has resulted in further deterioration at the Duffield House. I would not recommend that anyone consider living in such a large building with no security.

Many of the residents in the building are elderly and justifiably afraid given this recent decision. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: This apartment building is very unsafe. (Not Recommending)

2005-01-31T07:26:36-06:00

From liem79us@yahoo.com: This apartment is very unsafety. my car windows broke and they search all my stuff in it. Some my stuff is missing too. The parking area don't have the gate and camera security, so this make everyone my easy to go in and out. And emergency back door is very ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: Quality of Building reduced from upscale to substandard (Not Recommending)

2005-01-30T21:14:46-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Duffield House in one year, has changed drastically. Under new Management, The 24 hour security that was promised and advertised in the apartment magazine, as well as their website is non existence. NO SECURITY FOR A LARGE BUILDING WITH 11 FLOORS.

Managemnt has now authorize cars to be towed, and cars ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: Not worth the Trouble (Not Recommending)

2004-10-29T22:06:20-06:00

From -Anonymous-: The application process is long and painful. The apartments are big, but have numerous flaws. All air vents in the building are covered with grime and filth. The balcony doors do not open smoothly and cause great amounts of noise, heard by all surrounding apartments. The new carpets are really ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: What a shame!!! (Not Recommending)

2004-10-07T02:44:14-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I live here for one reason, and one reason only - I can't afford to move!

This is the only place I know of that the rent goes up as fast as the quality of living goes down.

The worst thing about the Duffield House, hands down, is the incompetent, nasty, deceitful, ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: A Letter To Residents Who MNGT Think Are Lacking Intelligence (Not Recommending)

2004-09-29T09:16:51-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Read the rebuddle to this letter afterwards and you will realize the truth about this building and the corporate munipulation of Depaul Management Company:

I have heard from some of you regarding your concerns about the decision to discontinue the front desk service. This was a corporate decision and we researched ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: Improvements (Recommending!)

2004-09-19T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: My wife and I have lived here for over a year. Since we have been here, there are so many things happening. Management has redone the parking lot, opened up the pool free of membership fees and are now replacing the A/C & heating units with new ones. I can't ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: Positive Experience (Recommending!)

2004-09-16T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I recently rented an apartment at Duffield House, and am pleased with the level of service provided. My apartment was clean, and ready for move-in as planned. Initially, what drew me to the apartment was the extra generous closet space, and all utilities included. I continue to enjoy these amenities. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: Janet Very Helpful (Recommending!)

2004-09-16T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I had just accepted a promotion to a new position in the Philadelphia area and am in the process of relocating from northern New Jersey. I had been searching for an apartment over the summer without much success. Last month I checked out the Duffield House on Conshocken Ave.

Fortunately, ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: this apt sucks big time (Not Recommending)

2004-09-03T00:00:00-06:00

From vsd123: Dont even think going near to this apt. First time when you go to see the apt, management is so nice, after that ones you signed the lease, that shit man, they wont even look at you.
There are two more apts next to it, one in the right and another ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: (Not Recommending)

2004-05-10T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: tread with caution (Not Recommending)

2003-10-26T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Your opinion of this place will vary depending on the person handling your move and the location of your apartment. The last manager is no longer working here and the new manager seems somewhat interested in the tenants concerns. However, the owners haven´t been very responsive to tenant concerns.

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

Duffield House Association: horrible management (Not Recommending)

2003-09-22T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: a very poorly managed apartment. the management never called us about the status of our application [which spanned 3 months!], actually lost our application and other papers sent in, and even after three months didn´t know whether the apt was ready for us to move in or not. never ended ... [click to read full apartment review]

Duffield House Association: (Not Recommending)

2001-06-19T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Be prepared to deal with a poorly managed apartment. The manager of the building is not a very nice person to work with and also doesn´t seem to know her job very well. She has caused a lot of headaches to many residents. ... [click to read full apartment review]