Apartment Ratings | Orchard Ridge Ratings and Reviews

Orchard Ridge: Love it Here! (Recommending!)

2009-12-16T16:28:28-06:00

From harryhello1: I moved in October and I have to say it was the most pleasant experiance overall. I have lived in several apartments and I beleive every process was above average.thanks to a wonderful place to live. I love the newsletter. All the events are nice to take part in. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: Didn't want to leave (Recommending!)

2009-09-28T11:06:47-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have just moved out of Orchard Ridge and am very sad about it- my apartment was so beautiful. The community was very relaxing and I made many good friends there. The only reason I am leaving is due to my job situation and really wish it wasn't so.I recommend ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: Perfect (Recommending!)

2009-08-07T12:11:22-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I absolutly love it here! We have been enjoying the pool and it is really an awesome place to meet your neighbors. Everyone is pleasant, the maintenace men are very helpful and if I ever have a question I always recieve prompt help from the office. It is very quiet ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: Management does not appear to care about residents' quality of life (Not Recommending)

2009-07-08T07:06:25-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I was initially very pleased to live in this complex. In fact, I moved out of one townhouse, in which I lived with a friend/co-worker, and moved into another with my husband right after our marriage. However, in April, Orchard Ridge (OR) and its parent company High Associates decided to ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: What I was looking for (Recommending!)

2009-05-20T08:30:28-06:00

From doglover00: I moved in about two months ago despite what I read here and I don't regret it! The staff was upfront about everything and very friendly. I will sometimes stop at the leasing office to chat and always bring my dog- they always have a treat for her!My apartment is ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: awesome (Recommending!)

2009-01-27T07:38:55-06:00

From -Anonymous-: The Staff here is great. This is a wonderful place to live. If you have a problem the staff tries there best to do what they can for you. Courtious and professional.As for the negative reviews it's amazing what people can find wrong when they look for it. They probally ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: Orchard Ridge Gouges Tenants (Not Recommending)

2009-01-08T17:28:33-06:00

From -Anonymous-: My house sold before my new house was built, so my husband and I were looking for temporary housing. With a labrador retriever, we didn't have a lot of options. We liked the fact that Orchard Ridge was close to the neighborhood where we're having our home built and they ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: Beware of the Consession Addendum (Not Recommending)

2008-09-26T06:24:10-06:00

From -Anonymous-: When I moved in here 8 months ago, I read all the negative reviews. But I went in with an open mind. When I signed the lease, the office staff was nothing but smiles and continued to go on and on and on about what a deal I was getting. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: Great place to live! (Recommending!)

2008-09-09T10:19:01-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I am not quite sure about all the issues people constantly complain about at Orchard Ridge. Maybe it's the building I live in or maybe it's the fact that I truly love the place! All of my neighbors are very nice, you hardly hear a thing, very safe, well built, ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: No problems here (Recommending!)

2008-07-29T17:41:15-06:00

From Box333: Will be renewing my lease shortly and have had only small issues that have popped up, nothing major. Maintenance has been on top of things and the staff is accomodating.Pet policy is nice, both of my dogs were allowed with no questions asked.Everything is clean, grounds are being updated, so ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: Wow Fran is gone stay away for sure !!!!!!! (Not Recommending)

2008-07-31T15:32:54-06:00

From retired05: I have been a resident of Orchard Ridge for 2 years, approaching 3, seriously considering NOT renewing my lease, now I will for sure NOT. I have seen in just a mere few days the effect of Fran being gone and it's NOT for the better, but the worse. Just ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: Horrible Place to live (Not Recommending)

2008-06-25T12:19:57-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Since we moved in a few months we have had nothing but problems. The leasing office seems nice until they get you in there. The place is hopping at night and there is no peace. The grounds appear well maintained other than multiple holes to fall in. Maintenance fix things ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: We are happy here (Recommending!)

2008-05-25T20:43:15-06:00

From -Anonymous-: We are renewing our lease for a third year here and are actually upgrading to a 2 bedroom apartment. So far we haven't really had any problems. The people above us are quite noisy...but that's been in every apartment I've ever lived in.It is hard to find 2 bedroom apartments ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: Who are you kidding? (Not Recommending)

2008-05-22T13:42:36-06:00

From -Anonymous-: In response to Jmbriggs post, I just have to ask the million-dollar question . Which employee of the office are you? I mean anyone who wrote that has to collect a paycheck from High Associates. Or better yet.... what did they pay you for that infomercial? Jmbriggs...are you really Ron ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: Disappointed the longer we stay here (Not Recommending)

2008-04-28T16:08:52-06:00

From hardworker2008: We moved to this complex in 2006. The main problem that I have is the exclusion of the $160 mandatory sewer fee that is due quarterly. Nobody informed us of it, and when it came time to pay, we were threstened with eviction notices if it was not included with ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: I like this Place (Recommending!)

2008-04-22T19:37:30-06:00

From baggjams999@yahoo.com: I've been here for about a month and I haven't had one problem. I love my apartment. My neighbors are nice and courteous and the staff has always been very helpful. All the fees and the reasons behind them were explained to me. I would highly reccomend this complex. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: Brand New Tenant (Recommending!)

2008-04-22T12:47:13-06:00

From billfelton610@comcast.net: Well We'll see how it goes. So far I'm pleased with everything. I came in to the office in March and was shown the property by a very professional and friendly staff. I was told everything up front regarding fees, (yes the sewage fee is a bit much) but compared ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: Do not live here (Not Recommending)

2008-02-09T09:02:16-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Neighbors are rude and noisy. Have had to call the police several times. The office staff could care less. The walls are paper thin and you can hear everything. Save your money and sanity. Go elsewhere. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: This place is horrible (Not Recommending)

2007-11-28T13:37:04-06:00

From toot19@gmail.com: Don't waste your time here looking at them, they look nice but are very crappy and the people that work here are absolutely useless! ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: Heed my advise prior to signing your lease here....You'll thank me (Not Recommending)

2007-11-13T09:05:12-06:00

From spa27403@allstate.com: If you are thinking of moving here, please stop by my place to see 1st hand what this place is all about. Where do I start? -Well the best part is Maintenance. Fran is a great guy, always pleasant and extremely helpful when called. Very particular, and very polite. I ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: I like it here (Recommending!)

2007-10-02T15:51:58-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I'm really surprised to see so many negative comments about Orchard Ridge. My apartment is bright and nicely layed out. My neighbors are friendly, respectful, and quiet. The office staff has been professional. The one problem that required maintenance was handled promptly. Everything regarding any additional charges was fully disclosed. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: Nice place... until you leave! (Not Recommending)

2007-09-25T10:06:07-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I liked living here; however, after just moving out, I got a bill in mail to pay to replace the whole carpet. They said that there are carpet mats under the carpet, so if you have a pet that pees at all, beware because the pee stays in the carpet ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: Better off paying a LOT less & expecting this kind of treatment... (Not Recommending)

2007-07-04T10:09:51-06:00

From Sickofmyscummylandlord: I wish I had found these ratings BEFORE I moved my family here...We were flat out lied to about the sewer & water bills, alsoIn my efforts to get High Associates (and oh boy the people runningthis company must be "high" alright) to waive these charges due tothe lies told ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: CAN SOMEONE TELL ME WHAT THIS PLACE MEANS BY LUXURY???? (Not Recommending)

2007-07-04T01:29:57-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Ok, two people in the office I just love! Renea and Sara! Renea is the meet & greet! Very prof, loved her -gone!!! They fired her! She was sick, she had cancer!!! WHAT THE HELL!!! CAN YOU SAY HIRE AN ATTORNEY!!! They hired this person in the office, that I ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: So far, so good (Recommending!)

2007-06-28T11:26:37-06:00

From hippycamper: OK, I've been here since April 2007. I had read about the $160.00 a quarter sewer bill and asked my rental agent about it. I appreciated that she acknowledged it and didn't try to "pussyfoot" around about it. The few times (I think twice) I've needed maintenance they showed up ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: Management from H. & units are crap (Not Recommending)

2007-06-15T07:28:16-06:00

From -Anonymous-: The nasty manager (Donna) must have written that one glowing review.-We were flat out LIED TO about sewer & water bills by their agent-which they acknowledge, but naturally refused to pay the substantial charges.-Numerous HIDDEN COSTS, these places were clearly constructed by a bunch of crackheads who skipped the whole ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: BUYER BEWARE!!!!! HIDDEN COSTS!!! POOR MANAGEMENT (Not Recommending)

2007-05-26T03:28:28-06:00

From -Anonymous-: you pay everything - 160 sewage bill i live in a 1 bedroom and pay as much as if i lived in a townhome. meeting the office staff should say it all when you visit here. one of the rental people was sleeping on the sofa when i came in ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: Bilked on Sewer Bill !!! $160 Qtr (They don't tell you that, but it's a Flat Fee charged by East Coventry Township and you have no alternatives! 422 traffic is always backed up if you'r heading East, and no sound proofing! (Not Recommending)

2007-01-25T09:27:29-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I moved here FEB. 06.
I have to say the apartment I live in has a GREAT Floorplan, and it's the best apt. I have had EXCEPT for the HUGE water bill that they did not disclose when I signed the lease. You pay $160 a Qtr even though my ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: GREAT AREA, FRIENDLY OFFICE (Recommending!)

2006-10-31T23:48:30-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I can not tell you how long I have waited to have a place in the middle of everything and all areas. Pets are welcome. Its clean. When I rented with a girl named Renee she was so great. Not sales, sales, sales. She cared what we wanted. We could ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: If you like noise!!! (Not Recommending)

2006-05-03T19:03:23-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Very noisy can hear everything beside your unti as well as everything from the second floor. Zero sound proofing. Construction quality lousy!!! Areas in back of some units becomes swamps after it rains. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: Great apartments except for the nuclear plant next door! (Not Recommending)

2006-02-10T14:20:09-06:00

From -Anonymous-: The apartments are very nice and very spacious. Noise level is low and the occupancy rate is still low as well. The apartments in themselves are in my opinion a great deal for the money......now here is the downside....

1.) you are RIGHT next to the nuclear plant and the 2 ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: $160 Sewer usage charge - does not include water (Not Recommending)

2005-11-09T20:27:25-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Since residency this new luxury apartment has incurred serious problems. Additionally I am required to pay a $160 dollar (every three months, in advance) sewer use charge for Orchard Ridge. This sewer use billing charge is issued by East Coventry Township and does not include the extra billing for water ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: Sh#thole! (Not Recommending)

2007-07-06T20:19:51-06:00

From jswing21: This place is a dump. With the management- or lack there of!, this is sure to go down hill faster and faster...soon to be only section 8 housing....PLEASE DO NOT RENT HERE! The noise is unbelievable and cops are always here breaking up domestic issues....if you have any value of ... [click to read full apartment review]

Orchard Ridge: beautiful place to live (Recommending!)

2005-06-13T15:37:29-06:00

From -Anonymous-: It maybe because it's new, but these apartments are extremely nice, and the complex is beautiful and fully loaded. The private entrances are a wonderful feature, and, although its a neighborhood, it is very serene and calm. The apartments are spacious and bright, and the come with many amenities. The ... [click to read full apartment review]