Tenant Reviews for 5415 N SHERIDAN RD

I've been living here for 3 years and now I have to move to another state. I love the each views from each windows, neighbors,location, pool and everything until now. Two of my friends moved here after visiting my home several times :) One thing i don't like is each unit doesn't have balcony.

This building is the worst! If you've lived in a Chicago high-rise before, you know they all have strict rules. I admit, I should have read our lease more closely before signing, but still would have had no idea just how awful this condo association really is. For those of you considering moving in and may or may not read the fine print, here are somethings that you can expect about this building: No weekend move in or out dates--EVER, NO EXCEPTIONS $30 lockout fee if you misplace your keys after business hours Additionaly to rent,there are rediculously high fees for pool and excerise room use, and doorman(pool looks adequate, excerise room is LAME with barely any equipment) Somewhat thin walls Lazy parking attendants Street parking is a 10-15 minute search Don't try and ask anything of the Condo Board unless you BUY a unit. They are EXTRMELY unflexible and RUDE TO RENTERS!! One, of two elevators that come down to the first floor lobby are ALWAYS broken. (I lived one a higher floor which has a seperate elevator than floors 1-23, so I can't comment on that side...) Dated lobby decor (if you care about aesthetics) Women- Beware of creepy Indian man that works in the grocery store downstairs. Multiple handicap code violations (never seen a person in a wheelchair, or needing visual/hearing assistance but they most likely don't reside here bc they aren't able to. No cats/dogs for renters. They probably wouldn't let you have a fish... Stinky garbage chutes If I keep going, I will probably just name issues that seem really picky. BasicallY, know what you are getting into... DO NOT RENT HERE!

Since I moved in 2008 there hasn't been a day without some costruction or remodeling project. CAN ANYONE LIVE LIKE THAT? Also the stuff is rude and unhelpfull.

I love living in park tower. Although the builduing has some tough rules, it keeps the place organized and well maintained. I have lived in other builduing where loose rules caused many issues. The grocery store and on-site cleaners are awesome. The heated garage parking is also great for the winter months. The 147 express is at the doorstep which get you downtown in 15 minutes. Dominicks is right down the street. The lake is our back yard. Overall a very comfertable place to live.

I live here for almost 5 years now. The first 2.5 years went by with construction and remodeling projects going on non stop. Though they only allow them to do it between 9-5 I dont know that there was any rule anywhere that I cannot rest or sleep between these hours. It is a residential building after all and no one should leave with this continuous disturbance. That eventually stopped. The condo association has so many idiotic rules, the reason being they're trying to make a quick buck any chance they can and fine you for some violation that has really nothing to do with any monetary damages to them. I got in an argument with the really rude, abnoxious doorman because he damage my car wind shield with a sticker hard to remove, even worst he placed it in front of the driver's side where I suppose to see to drive. His response was very rude and inconciderate but the building instead of firing this unproffessional man start threatening with fines. Shame on them, I have better things to do than arguing with them or the servants, they should discipline the workers instead of trying to robb people blind. After all how they think they get paid?

This is now going to be my third year here at the Park Tower. The First 1.5 were going great. Then someone moved in on 16th floor. The management office was great about letting the other residence on the same floor below and above about contruction projects. With the "acceptable" time frame for the project. Now....three months after the first notice, the renovation on the 16th floor continues and continues and continues. BTW....the sound proof between units is good until...someone installs hardwood floors. I would not recommend leasing or buying a unit if the unit above you has hardwood floors. There is not enough concrete to hold the noise level down. In addition, managment does not continue to monitor construction in units after the inital request. Smoking in this building is labeled as a non-smoking building. With universal heating and cooling, this is not the case. Cooking smells on each floor becomes a daily expectation. If someone smokes in their units is easily smelled by the entire floor. Odors come in through front dooor vents and with the fan system for heating and cooling it the entire floor frequently shares the odors (Italian, Kurry, Korean) you name it...we got the smell. My first impression, I was thinking about becoming a permanent resident of the Park Tower Family. Now, I cant wait for this lease year to be over! I was originally sold by this building...now I know there must be a better place with better management.

This buildings is one of the worst places i ever lived. They have too many rules , etc When you move for the first time and you have to bring your furniture in they are charging for using the elevator, No pets of course for a renter, they have a little mall or that;s what they call it with one small and expensive super market , one store with vitamins, teas and etc... and one dry cleaning room where we have two people that accept only cash. Now if you would like to pay something over there like an extra key, services for your apartment you have to pay by check, they don't accept cash or cc while this dry cleaning people not that they are ripping you of but they take cash only .Strange to me. How about some taxes people!!!!!! Parking is ...valet ..i park on the street because since i moved i am on a waiting never ended list for a valet parking for 100 bucks a month plus tip i believe. Of course by the end of my lease i will get maybe the privilege that my car be parked by a valet from them who doens't know how to drive anyw3ay. Noise, hmmm ...neighbours from my floor are super ok but neighbours above they are rebuilding the floor i believe because everyday there is some knocking with a hammer starting 7 am or 9 for a couple of minutes, or a drilling machine that wakes up up exactly when you dream about that lovely place where you hear only birds. Construction is really nice, didn't thought that the building is build on 1971. Staff...couple of them are nice .. i mean the doormen people but management never saw them just two ladies in that locked office from the back when i had to report a water leak from my toillet and i had to go and pay over there with a check . Overall i would not move again in this building even if you would pay me a million dollars.. No Kidding. Can't wait for my lease to end .

I am so glad that I moved here! the view is fatastic for every rooms in the unit and the location is great, close to everything! As the previous review said, it takes about 15 minutes to downtown. I get on the bus in front of building and get off the bus in front of my downtown office. yes, faster than my driving myself. I even don't need to park. Red line is about 2 blocks away. Andersonvill and Bermawr are blocks away. Park is downstairs and the Foster and Edgewater beach is within 2 minutes walking...we were considering the boy's town before, but there is no beach there! the neighborhood is safe and quiet... the doorman is very friendly... i heard people compliaint a bit about elevator for high floors, but no problem at all for me.

First, the Management Staff is great! Most of the Doormen have personality and are friendly and helpful, some need to retire. Security...stay away from Mr. Grumpy. You know who you are! Circle drive rules are there for a purpose but could be more flexible. Scold the ones who abuse it on a regular basis. The building has rules and there is a reason. It keeps people in line. Just look at the building. Great Views! Min away from the lake! The rules seem strict at first, but that is why this building stands out from the others. Diversity in all the tenants is wild. All cultures, single, married, partners, gay, straight..it is all good. It is almost a self sufficient building and has just about all the comforts you need once you get home. Parking, no problem just pay for it. The new garage staff is GREAT! Elevators are in excellent running condition. Entry way is ok...who lives in the lobby. Windows in the units allow to enjoy the outdoor air. Excellent laundry facility. The building promotes tenants to recycle. Some street noise on lower levels. Pool is indoors which is nice for all year use. Gym membership is cheap. Good equipment.

I have rented an apartment at Park Towers for 4 years and the place is excellent! I cannot recommend a better place or deal. It is just like living downtown with the express CTA bus only 15 min to the city and the bus is right in front of the door! And the indoor pool is great. The convenience of the red line is there, and there are about 3 groceries within 5-10 min each (Dominicks is 1 block away, Jewel-Osco is only 2 blocks away and a fresh fruit & vegetable market (I forget the name) is only 3 blocks away. The dollar store is close and so many other stores! Andersonville is blocks away for fun and ethnic food. And this neighborhood is very safe and very pretty for its water views and jogging biking path....a dream. Nothing beats the price and maintenance that is always prompt and available, and the 24 hr doorman. IT is cheaper than living downtown but you get downtown quality of this modern building. I had an all water view and it is just a dream waking up to it each day!