I'm writing to address the reviews surrounding this building, which I've been living in since June. We were aware that there was no onsite parking due to garage repairs, however underground parking was provided with transmitters for both of our cars and a $50 fee per car. Patio furniture and plants are permitted on balconies, but nothing may be hanging over or sitting on the ledge. Storage units in the basement are free if you don't want your balcony cluttered. People can hang out in the lobby as it's a shared public space. Repair times can take awhile because there are over 100 units and only so many contractors, although we did have one incident where someone entered without notice to replace an old medicine cabinet with a new one (which has since been addressed). Photos may also be taken for work that needs to be done - it's not for show! Despite glitches here and there, overall this building has been great place to live with friendly people around.

The building is quite outdated, with poorly insulated walls and slow elevators, and is always under construction. There's also a strong smell of garbage coming from the back door. Despite being cheaper than other apartments in the area, such as Kaufman Lofts, you get what you pay for. Recently tenants were given only 3 days notice that the back parking lot would be under construction for at least a year - demonstrating poor communication and service. Additionally, one must be mindful when living here, as the ceiling may start to collapse without warning; this happened to me in my washroom and I had to call maintenance right away before it caved in (pictures attached).

If you are looking for tranquility, this is not the place to be! Don't let the lobby fool you; it is the only area where they installed a small AC unit. The hand sanitizer dispenser has been empty for almost a year now; I think it is just for show. Even on the first floor, just pass through the lobby and into the living area hallway, and you will witness what this building is really like. Remind yourself that there are regular water shut-offs and this building is constantly in a state of construction, leaving you vulnerable to being woken up by loud noises from said construction. Parking has since become off-site; it's about 20 minutes away from here on foot, resulting in 40 minute round trips if needed. On top of that, there are weekly 8 hour water shut offs as well as alarm tests which can be quite disruptive due to their frequency. In addition room inspections occur with less than 24 hours notice twice or more times per month - recently they have even given afternoon/night notices followed by entering rooms very early next morning! Moreover, 200 metal poles were added to reinforce underground parking which raises questions regarding safety. Furthermore waiting times for an elevator can drag out too long and people have even bee If you are looking for tranquility, this is not the place to be! Don't let the lobby fool you; it is the only area where they installed a small AC unit. The hand sanitizer dispenser has been empty for almost a year now; I think it is just for show. Even on the first floor, just pass through the lobby and into the living area hallway, and you will witness what this building is really like. Remind yourself that there are regular water shut-offs and this building is constantly in a state of construction, leaving you vulnerable to being woken up by loud noises from said construction. Parking has since become off-site; it's about 20 minutes away from here on foot, resulting in 40 minute round trips if needed. On top of that, there are weekly 8 hour water shut offs as well as alarm tests which can be quite disruptive due to their frequency. In addition room inspections occur with less than 24 hours notice twice or more times per month - recently they have even given afternoon/night notices followed by entering rooms very early next morning! Moreover, 200 metal poles were added to reinforce underground parking which raises questions regarding safety. Furthermore waiting times for an elevator can drag out too long and people have even been stuck in them for hours at a time multiple times in one year! Alexandrian staff don't tell prospective tenants about any of these issues when they try renting places here - so ask around and do your research! The old more ... hide ...