Apartment Ratings | Benton Pointe Ratings and Reviews

Benton Pointe: Love It (Recommending!)

2009-08-23T23:24:05-06:00

From patymayo: This is my first apartment since i moved to dallas. i have been here almost a year now. the ONLY reason i am moving out is because my company moved locations :( i absolutely love benton pointe. it is so close to so many places and is beautiful. maintnance always ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Poor Poor Management (Not Recommending)

2009-08-07T08:41:10-06:00

From CS2009: I moved here in July of 09, the apartment wasn't ready, the accent wall wasn't painted, bugs, dirty and many many other issues. For the full month I couldn't even get into the gate. Customer Service is a dirty word and no one there is trained. Even moving in at ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Not worth what you pay. (Not Recommending)

2009-08-06T20:05:07-06:00

From -Anonymous-: We've had some issues with this place. Our apartment wasn't ready on our move in date. They were supposed to paint out "accent" wall in Dec. It is now July and they have yet to do though I have asked 5 times that it be done. I can deal with ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Latest comments? (Recommending!)

2009-05-23T07:10:03-06:00

From Enjoygoodliving: Just curious about this Benton Pointe and the currrent status of things. So some basic questions: What do you think of your electric bill?... Do they have trash pick-up, and how often?... And how is the lighting at night?... And Parking?... What about sounds from your neighbors??... What's the best ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: not worth the money (Not Recommending)

2009-03-26T21:17:27-06:00

From -Anonymous-: For the money, you can find better. Utility bills are quite high in both summer and winter. You are forced into using CoServ as an electric company, so you have no choice in the matter. Walls are thin, and you WILL hear your neighbors. The grounds are nice and kept ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: The upgarde Floors are no Good (Not Recommending)

2009-02-08T18:38:51-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have been here for 3 months and i Like it However the floor in my master bath peel up. This has been a ongoing thing and they cant seem to fix it. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: (Recommending!)

2009-01-18T19:47:19-06:00

From pinacoladas24: This place is great. I've lived here since Oct 2008 and I really like it. It's sooo close to everything, several different banks, grocery stores, lots of restaurants, and HWY 75. Parking is fine, I have a garage, but I always see plenty of empty spots. I don't get why ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: This place is okay (Not Recommending)

2009-03-10T16:41:09-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Construction is rather cheap (as another poster has mentioned), however I live on the 3rd floor, so it's not that bad (I could see how being on the second or ground floor would become annoying though). Insulation could be better, as the electric bill in the summers can get quite ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Not worth the money..... (Not Recommending)

2008-03-25T21:27:04-06:00

From -Anonymous-: The construction is cheap. I can hear my neighbors fight every night. There are too many loud and obnoxious parties on the weekends. I feel like I have moved back to the frat house. My lease is up in May and I will be residing elsewhere. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Average... (Recommending!)

2008-03-07T18:01:40-06:00

From hemipoweredv8: Benton is an average apt complex. Nothing makes it stand out above and beyond any of the others I have lived in. Maintenance was great when I moved in but 2 yrs later policy has changed and maint requests have to be done in writing and seems to be a ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Benton Pointe (Recommending!)

2008-01-19T05:12:28-06:00

From -Anonymous-: After reading some reviews, it is apparent that some people only seem to write reviews when they have a grievance, or complaint.I have lived at Benton Pointe for more than three years. It is a quiet, and safe place to live.Management IS responsive. Maintenance will respond, even on a weekend.If ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Needs work but Like it!! (Recommending!)

2008-01-12T16:12:25-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have been here a little over 2 years now and sad to say I have to leave to be closer to a new job. Other then the hot tub being broken for a while now fixed they are quick to respond to any work orders that are put in. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: RATS (Not Recommending)

2007-12-31T08:10:58-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Yes we have rats and it is no surprize. The dumpster is ALLWAYS overflowing,stinking,messy and is simply disgusting.The maintenence staff does nothing about it especially on the weekend. I moved here from Lansbrook to save a few bucks thinking things would be taken care of like at Lansbrook being there ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: BUGS, BUGS, BUGS! (Not Recommending)

2007-07-26T21:01:34-06:00

From grumpiestbubble@yahoo.com: Ever since we moved in at the beginning of the year we've had a problem with spiders. not just lil baby spiders that you see everywhere. HUGE SPIDERS!!!! I caught one and took it to the office and they sent someone out to "spray" Nothing has helped so far. Our ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Stay away (Not Recommending)

2007-07-03T00:06:29-06:00

From -Anonymous-: ever since i moved in, i have been having so many problems with the apartment (ceiling leaking, no hot water, etc.) and the management takes forever to do anything about it...i never had as many problems as i have so far with this complex. I wish I had never moved ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Move out ripoff! (Not Recommending)

2007-03-21T10:31:38-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I lived there 2 years. It was ok - until I moved out. Management tried to charge me for re-painting, replacing miniblinds, all kinds of bogus charges. Wanted $1300 !! I didn't pay, now trying to get it off my credit record. Watch out - management is a bunch of ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Nice place to live if they got their act together (Recommending!)

2007-01-12T21:52:43-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Honestly other than the management consistently getting me mixed up with other apartments I have no other complaints. I have lived here for 2 yrs now. Two days after I moved in I received a notice to vacate for non-payment of rent. .that should have been my first clue. Since ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Hate to Leave (Not Recommending)

2007-01-08T22:23:37-06:00

From bakerhood: I am moving out of these apartments, though I do love it here. I love the area. I love the creek nearby, it is a sacred place for me. The layout is lovely, not boxy. I like the people in the office.

So why move? Mainly, the prices are too high. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Nice place, but getting expensive. (Recommending!)

2006-10-25T12:41:55-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Before I moved in, the rent was supposed to be aruond $650, just before i moved in, the rent increased to $720. The apts look nice and the people are nice also. The management has been great to me...if you're nice to them, they'll be just as nice back. Maintenance ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Much better than our old apartment complex... (Recommending!)

2006-10-05T11:41:28-06:00

From -Anonymous-: We just moved to Benton Pointe this past summer and I must say that it has been so much better than at our previous apartment complex in McKinney. Here, someone actually comes to fix things within a day or so when you put in a work request. Trust me when ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Corporate Office (Not Recommending)

2006-10-03T16:51:02-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Sentinel Real Estate Corporation
1079 W. Round Grove Rd. #300
PMB 411
Lewisville, TX 75067
972-315-2500 ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Wow (Recommending!)

2006-09-08T19:20:22-06:00

From dpgjlb@msn.com: I was just bumbling through these reviews and wanted to leave one of my own. Its funny to sit here and laugh at the people who write bad reviews...(obviously its because they got a notice about something they did but shouldn't have done!) I have lived at Benton Pointe for ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: No Problems here! (Recommending!)

2006-08-30T18:57:13-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I lived at Benton Pointe in 2005-2006 for 13 months. The only reason I moved is because I bought my own condo. Unlike others, I had no qualms with the management, parking, noise levels, etc...I do reccommend buying a parking spot for $25 a month (it may have gone up ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Great choice! (Recommending!)

2006-08-19T09:41:29-06:00

From tigereyes7591: I moved to Benton Point in 2003 and would still be there today if I had not moved to another state! I never had any problem with management, they were always very courteous and helpful. Maintenance usually showed up as planned, and were prompt to respond even at night or ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Benton Pointe (Not Recommending)

2006-08-18T09:36:57-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I just stumbled on this site and cant believe anyone has anything good to say about this place.The office staff is so unprofesional its not even funny,I dont even want to go in that building anymore.
And about the trash they should worry more about the dumpster than a few people ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Respectable neighbors and a nice home. (Recommending!)

2006-08-03T23:26:19-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have been living here for a couple of years and we have a nice place. Since the management has changed, the place is cleaner and the "neighborhood" is better quality. The other people that have added comments on this site that have been fined are upset because that can ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Horrible Management (Not Recommending)

2006-07-24T16:20:56-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have lived at Benton Pointe for 2 1/2 years, most of which I was very happy....until the management changed. The staff is very unfriendly and unwilling to work with residents. Since the management change I have been "fined" for many violations that have been unreasonable and unjustified. For two ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Problems with Benton Point (Not Recommending)

2006-07-12T16:38:53-06:00

From -Anonymous-: The apartment is ok but the management is terrible. I've never encountered such a mean spirited management team in all the apartments I have lived in. They are not honest about things. It takes weeks to get something fixed. I will be moving out for sure when my lease is ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: nice apartment for a good price. (Recommending!)

2006-06-23T09:07:53-06:00

From saralee2356: I have seen just about every apartment in Allen, Plano, and McKinney in the last month and Benton Pointe has the best deal going. I move in on July 1st so I don't know too much about the complex but I was invited to the annual pool party (nice of ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Above Average (Recommending!)

2006-06-21T08:30:51-06:00

From -Anonymous-: NEVER seen a roach or ant. Never had any issues with management or maintenance.
The noise is minimal, but folks, if you don't like noise, don't live in an apartment.

I have a garage, so I don't know about the parking situation, people wrote about.

Crime is everywhere in society today, ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Great Place ! ! ! (Recommending!)

2006-06-16T12:21:18-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I moved here to allen back in 2004. After looking at several properties I chose Benton Pointe as my new home. The property is beautiful. Its very well maintained. The staff is fantastic and very friendly. They realy like thier residents and spoil them with a number of community activities. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: before you go read this... (Recommending!)

2006-06-15T16:30:44-06:00

From dave82669: I'm reading these reviews just like you and laughing to myself - people complaining about dumb things. For example: if you have bugs, try cleaning your apt - picking up the food might help! I love it here. The apartments are nice but you'll love the residents and activities more ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: great amenities (Recommending!)

2006-06-08T22:25:32-06:00

From Godissogood: I am so glad that I choose this complex for my family. We have just moved in and the kids are enjoying all of the activities. I want to purchase a home in about 6 months but this is a great place for the summer. The apartment is nice with ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: I love it here! (Recommending!)

2006-05-01T13:20:30-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I moved to Texas 3 years ago and needed an apartment right away. Not knowing the area, I had to make hasty decision. Moving here has turned out to be one of the best decisions that I have made. My lease is up for renewal and for the third time ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Problems getting in... (Not Recommending)

2006-03-26T00:01:57-06:00

From -Anonymous-: my soon to be husband and i were just recently looking for apartments. Like many we were attracted to the appearence of Benton Point,when we made the phone call and were shocked that we could afford it we got so excited. So we went into the office the next day ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: (Not Recommending)

2005-10-06T20:06:59-06:00

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

Benton Pointe: Not what I expected (Not Recommending)

2005-06-02T15:23:44-06:00

From -Anonymous-: When I first moved in I loved it then things started happening. First my boyfriend came to visit and his truck got broken into. When I called the office they pretty much could care less. According to the police it happens quit a bit. Then my apartment flooded. The service ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Excellent Experience (Recommending!)

2005-05-31T14:41:34-06:00

From -Anonymous-: My Benton Pointe experience was excellent. As with any situation... your Benton Pointe experience will be what you make it. I lived in the 689 sq ft 1 bedroom (I see that the rent has gone down a little!) on the third level. Here's my summary:

Apartment - Beautiful, large floor ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Great Place (Recommending!)

2005-05-23T16:52:15-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have lived at Benton Pointe for three years and have never had a problem. After reading some of the reviews, it makes you wonder what people expect in an apartment.
I am getting ready to sign another renewal and I am very happy here. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Management is not the greatest (Not Recommending)

2005-03-28T20:24:31-06:00

From Marvin99: Be careful what you are promised here. Get everything in writing and follow up continually or you will regret it. I moved out last Summer and was never sent a final bill for cleaning and damages. I felt that the $100 deposit I paid was sufficient but management (the assistant ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: First impressions aren't always right... (Not Recommending)

2005-03-16T08:49:35-06:00

From -Anonymous-: The first time I visited Benton Pointe, I fell in love with it. Nice grounds and really unique floor plans. Once I moved in (after signing a 14 month lease), I realized quickly that it would be a long 14 months. First sign of roaches came just days after moving ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: DONT EVEN THINK ABOUT IT (Not Recommending)

2005-03-12T15:43:50-06:00

From -Anonymous-: THIS PLACE IS INFESTED WITH ROACHES AND BUGS. IF YOU MOVE HERE I WOULD SAY YOU WOULD BE HAPPIER AT THE ZOO AT LEAST THOSE ARE ATRACTIVE ANIMALS. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: CRIMINAL FRIENDLY (Not Recommending)

2005-03-12T15:34:16-06:00

From -Anonymous-: HAVE YOU BEEN TURND DOWN FOR AN APARTAMENT DUE TO A HICKEY ON YOUR CRNIMAL RECORD? DONT DESPAIR! BENTON POINTE WILL BE CHANGING RULES. ITS THE ONLY WAY THEY CAN KEEP THEIR EMPLOYEES. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: WOW (Not Recommending)

2005-01-28T07:55:45-06:00

From -Anonymous-: This place is a total PIT...
Managment could simply care less....... ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Corporate Office INFO!! (Not Recommending)

2005-01-05T14:13:52-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Sentinel Real Estate Corporation
1079 W. Round Grove Rd. #300
PMB 411
Lewisville, TX 75067
972-315-2500 ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: We don't have the address to corporate. (Not Recommending)

2005-01-04T19:45:37-06:00

From -Anonymous-: This was the response that I got from the front office after I got fed-up with the service from that office. I had to endure 10 months of noise, from some dummy that played his surround sound all night long. I made several complains, found the apartment and they still ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: (Not Recommending)

2004-12-07T15:14:47-06:00

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

Benton Pointe: Very nice place (Recommending!)

2004-11-18T21:41:01-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I really liked living at Benton Pointe. My overall experience was excellent, especially when compared to the apartment complex I live at now. I read all of the other reviews, and it's interesting how some people say they had every possible thing go wrong. I never had a problem. I ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: Do you like spiders? (Not Recommending)

2004-10-20T12:48:39-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Cause if you do, this is the place for you. They'll even comfort you at night when you go to sleep. If you prefer snakes or wasps, then try the bottom floor, they're abundant down there! ... [click to read full apartment review]

Benton Pointe: If you want your belongings stolen, move here. (Not Recommending)

2004-10-20T12:32:31-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Just make sure that you have both theft insurance for your vehicles and renters insurance for your apartment. The only guarantee that they offer and *actually* follow through with is that something of yours will be stolen during the time that you are here. Come by at any given time ... [click to read full apartment review]