I moved into an apartment at Cascades Overlook on February 14, 2025, and my experience has been nothing short of frustrating and stressful. The apartment was riddled with maintenance issues, and despite multiple attempts to have them resolved, the problems remain largely unaddressed.
1. Refrigerator Infestation and Foul Odor:
From the day I moved in, there was a horrible smell coming from the refrigerator. Two days after moving in, on February 18, maintenance discovered six dead mice in the bottom panel of the fridge. The smell was so bad that the entire apartment would smell foul whenever the fridge door was opened. Even after the dead mice were removed, the odor lingered. I requested a new refrigerator on February 20, but it took over a week and multiple visits to the leasing office before the fridge was finally replaced on February 25. This was unacceptable.
2. Poor Condition Upon Move-In:
I also found several issues when I first moved in that should have been addressed before my arrival:
The bathroom was extremely dirty, with food particles wedged in the toilet and surrounding areas.
Cracked tiles on the bathroom floor.
A strong smell of dead mice in the laundry room, indicating the need for pest control.
The bathtub and sink were leaking.
There were exposed staples and parts of the wall missing in the master bedroom closet.
3. Additional Problems Not Addressed:
On February 25, I spoke to the property manager about other ongoing issues, including:
A water valve in the bathroom that couldn't be turned off.
Faulty electrical outlets that damaged my devices.
The still unresolved issue of the mouse infestation in the laundry room, which continues to smell, despite reporting it.
While the fridge was eventually replaced, none of these other problems have been addressed.
4. Unresolved Concerns and Poor Customer Service:
The conditions in this apartment have been unbearable. I am still dealing with the smell of dead mice in the laundry room and lack of a functioning washer. The management team's response has been slow, and when I spoke to the property manager about my concerns, she was rude and unhelpful. The overall stress and discomfort have been overwhelming, and I haven't been able to relax or feel comfortable since moving in.
Given the serious issues with pests, maintenance, and the living conditions, I am requesting to break my lease without penalty. This apartment was clearly not in a livable state when I moved in, and I feel mentally and emotionally drained from trying to get these issues resolved.
Overall, I cannot recommend Cascades Overlook. The lack of proper maintenance and the slow, unhelpful response from management has made this a very unpleasant living experience. Pictures to follow. read more