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So, I've lived in this building for 3 years, and as I'm about to move out, I figured I'd leave a review
First, a mild response to some of the negative reviews, which mention noise, power outages, and the elevator breaking down: these do happen. But, I don't feel its too fair to lay them at the feet of the building. They are more the byproduct of the area it exists in
This building is on the border of uptown and downtown, on a major city street. Noise will happen, and its hard to block out. The walls could stand to be a little thicker, I won't disagree there though. Once tried to have a get together with friends, and got noise complaints. I'd say if you want to do something similar, stick to a group of about 5.
Similarly, the power outages are a byproduct of the grid we find ourselves on. If any would walk outside the building while power is out, they'd find much of the area is having similar issues. Lately, they have been solved within an hour or two.
Similarly, the elevator breaking down, usually gets solved within the day, but yes, there is one elevator, and it does routinely break down. That I don't really have a defense for.
Overall, I had an alright time in this building. Every few months or so, it has social events, but as a single guy in his college years I never felt much of a pull to go to them. Still, they are properly catered and even serve alcohol, which is something. It even has a gym, though I wouldn't call it terribly robust, its a small room with weights, a treadmill, an elliptical, and some yoga stuff in the corner.
If you work at the local hospital, or go to Duquesne University, I'd say its probably the perfect place for you, being within walking distance. And most new buildings will charge a bit more than what Flats on 5th is asking for.
At the end of the day, I'm not terribly sad about leaving, I don't feel a particular attachment to this building or its management. Its just a place, it didn't treat me too terribly, and I had some good times here.
First, a mild response to some of the negative reviews, which mention noise, power outages, and the elevator breaking down: these do happen. But, I don't feel its too fair to lay them at the feet of the building. They are more the byproduct of the area it exists in
This building is on the border of uptown and downtown, on a major city street. Noise will happen, and its hard to block out. The walls could stand to be a little thicker, I won't disagree there though. Once tried to have a get together with friends, and got noise complaints. I'd say if you want to do something similar, stick to a group of about 5.
Similarly, the power outages are a byproduct of the grid we find ourselves on. If any would walk outside the building while power is out, they'd find much of the area is having similar issues. Lately, they have been solved within an hour or two.
Similarly, the elevator breaking down, usually gets solved within the day, but yes, there is one elevator, and it does routinely break down. That I don't really have a defense for.
Overall, I had an alright time in this building. Every few months or so, it has social events, but as a single guy in his college years I never felt much of a pull to go to them. Still, they are properly catered and even serve alcohol, which is something. It even has a gym, though I wouldn't call it terribly robust, its a small room with weights, a treadmill, an elliptical, and some yoga stuff in the corner.
If you work at the local hospital, or go to Duquesne University, I'd say its probably the perfect place for you, being within walking distance. And most new buildings will charge a bit more than what Flats on 5th is asking for.
At the end of the day, I'm not terribly sad about leaving, I don't feel a particular attachment to this building or its management. Its just a place, it didn't treat me too terribly, and I had some good times here.
It’s an alright apartment. You get what you pay for.
As other comments have stated, the cons are:
Extremely loud noises from fifth ave, cars and construction, loud neighbors and management doing very little about it, neighbors who smoke and such, having only one elevator and it breaks often, doors are very heavy and it’s not handicapped so when you have groceries it’s very hard to get stuff through doors, and AC is weird..
Pros:
Management in office during day, quick response, security at night, they sign your package, pet friendly, most residents are very nice people, dollies in mail room (if people ever return it), trash room on every floor, xfinity and fios are available, pet wash room on first floor (very handy). The rent is alright... considering the fact that it has in unit W/D... but with all the drug addicts and alcoholics in this area I’d expect they lower it or do something about it.
As other comments have stated, the cons are:
Extremely loud noises from fifth ave, cars and construction, loud neighbors and management doing very little about it, neighbors who smoke and such, having only one elevator and it breaks often, doors are very heavy and it’s not handicapped so when you have groceries it’s very hard to get stuff through doors, and AC is weird..
Pros:
Management in office during day, quick response, security at night, they sign your package, pet friendly, most residents are very nice people, dollies in mail room (if people ever return it), trash room on every floor, xfinity and fios are available, pet wash room on first floor (very handy). The rent is alright... considering the fact that it has in unit W/D... but with all the drug addicts and alcoholics in this area I’d expect they lower it or do something about it.
I lived in this apartment complex for 2 years and it was nothing but a wonderful experience for me. Management is amazing and always so helpful whenever I had concerns or questions. It’s a very well kept complex with security present during the night time hours. I could not have asked for a better experience here and will miss it for sure!
A great apartment building in a great location. I work for the management company and can testify to the fact that they care about all the tenants and their needs. They plan on making several upgrades in the near future and as the building ages in the future. The hope is to continue to maintain a great environment for the tenants and the neighborhood.
Apartments look good, but are very poorly built. Between the pot smoke overwhelming the hallways, and ceiling noise (unless you are on the top floor) it sounds like you have elephants overhead. When I moved here there were college students moving out complaining, "the loudest f-ing apartment -- ever!!" Generally residents are very nice, but the building is very cheap, and despite the comments about a "luxury" apartment, it is not. I have never seen an HVAC system like they have in these apartments. If I set the thermostat to 70 degrees, the bedroom temp would be about 65, and you have to inspect where the HVAC blow air. I had one that actually raised the outdoor temp 10-15 degrees on my balcony -- in summer! So when it's 90 degrees outside, my balcony ranged from 100 to 105. I actually had to pay money to move my apartment! Also, this apartment is super loud, even through double-paned glass. 5th Avenue is like a freeway, and many of the vehicles are large semis. Also note that there is soon going to be a LOT of construction coming. There are 2 parking lots that are for sale, and the falling down structure across the street is also for sale. Don't expect any quiet in the near future. Also note that the Property Management is nice, but never follows through on anything. Loud neighbors, pot smokers, they actually do zero to resolve any issues. Also be advised that the elevator and other items seem to break a lot. The building looks nice, but you really do not get many who extend beyond one rental period, and they are talking about raising the rent a lot....
Reply to owner: Yes I'm still here because it's expensive to move, and I feel stuck. If you were the owner, you would know that the noise from apartments above is a huge problem. Fights have almost broken out. You should survey the tenants, not just add that I've been extending. I've already paid about $600 to move between units due to the AC Unit heating up the outdoor deck 10 degrees. You should also check with your property management to note that no one has ever made comments to upstairs tenants about noise. My current upstairs neighbors come home at 3:00 am, so I am hearing sex and loud footsteps. We were told that management would put carpeting on units that were making noise. Ever been done? No. Look at the tenants leaving and their comments. These are professionals too. On was a doctor and his PA wife. People suffer through here, and when they can't take it anymore, they leave. Do your job and quit posting BS replies.
Also, our elevator breaks about 10 times a year. Sometimes for 1/2 day, most recently for 3 days. Talk to the tenants on the 7th floor who have to walk up floors.
Reply to owner: Yes I'm still here because it's expensive to move, and I feel stuck. If you were the owner, you would know that the noise from apartments above is a huge problem. Fights have almost broken out. You should survey the tenants, not just add that I've been extending. I've already paid about $600 to move between units due to the AC Unit heating up the outdoor deck 10 degrees. You should also check with your property management to note that no one has ever made comments to upstairs tenants about noise. My current upstairs neighbors come home at 3:00 am, so I am hearing sex and loud footsteps. We were told that management would put carpeting on units that were making noise. Ever been done? No. Look at the tenants leaving and their comments. These are professionals too. On was a doctor and his PA wife. People suffer through here, and when they can't take it anymore, they leave. Do your job and quit posting BS replies.
Also, our elevator breaks about 10 times a year. Sometimes for 1/2 day, most recently for 3 days. Talk to the tenants on the 7th floor who have to walk up floors.
I have lived here since I moved to Pittsburgh in May. I absolutely love it. I work downtown and it is quite easy to get there within 7 or 8 minutes. My car is parked in a gated secure garage and the building itself is secure requiring a key fob to access the building and elevator. I read some reviews about noise with doors and such and I don't find it to be an issue whatsoever. Sure you may hear some occasional walking in the hallway but I am sure I am not light on my feet either. The staff is amazing and very responsive. If you are looking to live near downtown this is the place.
I’ve visited and stayed in these apartments a few different weekends now. The apartments themselves look gorgeous inside and out, the staff is a pleasure to interact with, and they’re pet friendly which is a huge plus. However, the walls and floors are so thin that when combined with inconsiderate neighbors (which there are plenty of), this is not a place for someone who values peace and quiet. From doors being slammed to neighbors thinking they’re drag queens repeatedly walking down the runway at 7am on Sunday morning, you’ll hear every bit of it. I only leave this review out of courtesy for those considering becoming a future tenant of Flats On Fifth. If this is your only option, you’ve been warned and I recommend getting as isolated of an apartment as they have available.
