I lived at Avalon for two years, moved in July 2020…read more I was really shocked and horrified that despite being unemployed for over a year and a half bc of the pandemic - I paid all of my bills on time but when there was a complication with the rental assistance (from the government) that didn't go through (due to NO FAULT of my own), the eviction process was started. It went as far as scheduling a hearing, despite documentation that I'd been approved for rental assistance . Instead of trying to come up with a payment plan or address the issue, I was served an eviction notice and hearing date. I contacted lawyers, politicians and everyone I could to get this resolved and then y'all have the nerve to send me a letter asking me if I want to renew my lease by increase my rent another $400? $400 for what? Other things: -No smoking policy wasn't enforced. If there was a smoking complaint, they'd send out an email reminding people that it's a nonsmoking complex. Sometimes they'd add a sign above the garbage cans - which often smelled like dog shit because that's where people would toss their bags. The complex constantly smelled like weed and there were cigarette butts on the sidewalks. I had to ask for weeks and weeks for them to do something about my downstairs neighbor. It smelled awful in my apartment every night and without "proof" there was nothing they could do. -The gates in the dog park were constantly broken and it smelled disgusting in there. There was no maintenance or upkeep. Would have been great to be able to safely allow dogs to use it but without secure doors, it was essentially useless. One time I got locked IN bc the doors wouldn't open. -The 3 months the trash compactor didn't work and garbage was piling up outside was unsightly and unsafe, and when it did work - it was just unpleasant to have the constant big garbage outside the garages. -Constant theft in the parking lot. There was a period where our cars were all getting broken into. No security, cameras, or surveillance throughout the property despite constantly asking for it. We literally have begged for more security. Constant trespassing, people without parking permits in the parking lot, etc. -Mask policies were rarely enforced when they were required, throughout buildings but especially the gym. There was a system for gym sign up and then filling out a health survey, not sure how strictly those were enforced. But I'd ask people to mask (when it was a requirement) and it didn't go well. So I'd often go ask the leasing office to enforce the policy. I'm paying to use it - and it's a rule THEY posted - why am I doing their job? I didn't make the rules about wearing masks so be mad at the leasing office. I was verbally assaulted (it's on camera) in the gym by a couple. The solution? The leasing office emailed the people who attacked me. Is the leasing office responsive? Sure. Yes, they respond alright but do they do anything? Nope, just send out emails. Corporate eventually called and... idk listened to me? I have a therapist for that. I wanted the people to fined, lose their gym privileges, or something. Instead, they got a call. I went back to the gym a couple of times but never felt safe. -When I actually did go to the gym - machines were broken and it was difficult to get them repaired. I asked for a clock in the gym, it took 3+ months to get a wall clock in there. -Packages are constantly getting stolen. Lost or stolen completely or opened. One time someone opened my Chewy package and stole cat toys... they left the food but took the cat toys. The FB group is essentially just everyone asking if they've seen a package. -The pool wasn't open the first summer I was here and then didn't have chairs? Last year had chairs but had to make appointments and it was a weird system and the hours were very short. This year the pool is hardly ever open. Yes, there's a lifeguard shortage and maybe I'd be more understandable if it weren't on top of everything else that's wrong. The days the pool are open we're notified ver last minute, it's just for a few hours, the lifeguards are falling asleep, and the pool is disgusting - it's not cleaned. There are no bike racks anywhere in the community and no where to store bikes. It seems like the solution is to send out an email, there were no other repercussions or penalties to breaking the lease. Sometimes they'd post in the FB group too - but very few people interacted. The rent keeps increasing but absolutely NOTHING improved. No amenities improved, no increased security, no added benefits of living there, nothing. They violated their lease agreement so many times and were never held accountable. As tenants we're the mercy of landlords and rental complexes, it sucks. I've lived in other communities and am living in one now, and nothing has compared to the two years in Avalon. I swear people are being paid to rate the complex highly because I would not recommend.

My boyfriend I were looking for potential apartment complexes due to a work related moved. I…read morenoticed Avalon communities had many options in various areas in New Jersey. Luckily, I landed on Avalon Union. I viewed the gallery and possible floor plans that suited my needs. From there, I called the office and spoke to Sydney, the leasing assistant, who connected me with the leasing consultants for the Union property. Lance followed up to confirm my appointment and was very thorough with providing information about the property prior to my appointment. Michael was the consultant who actually conducted my virtual tour. He was extremely professional, knowledgeable and friendly. After careful consideration, my boyfriend and I applied to the Avalon Union property. After being approved, Michael followed up via phone to discuss next steps. He sent over the Welcome Letter which contained what needed to be completed prior to our move-in date. I must say, the whole process was seamless! Michael made himself available to answer any questions I had. He was also extremely quick to respond. I can't wait to be a resident at this community!

I am a 59 year old single woman who is approaching a lease that is not up for renewal with new…read moreowners majorly renovating and doubling the current rent I have been comfortable with for almost 15 years now..... I am greatly impressed with the staff helping me get all things necessary to begin my new chapter in life with their community. Priscilla has answered my every little question and with great kindness. I am grateful to have been referred by another resident, and feel at ease to begin my residency knowing the office staff are kind and very helpful :)

Lindcrest was my ideal community to reside in. I submitted an application for a one-bedroom unit. I…read morevisited the community and was provided with a tour. The community is aesthetically pleasing, the apartments are beautiful and cozy, and the amenities included with the unit are worth the price in my opinion. However, the experience became unfavorable due to discriminatory behavior towards low-income renters and Section 8 recipients. Initially, I was informed that they accept Section 8 vouchers. I completed two applications and was initially told that my credit and income did not meet the criteria, which was conveyed to me before I informed Marta, the property manager, that I possess a Section 8 voucher. When I disclosed to her that I had a Section 8 voucher, she instructed me to fill out another application and submit my voucher with the application. I did so but didn't hear from her for days until I called her several times. She finally filled out the Landlord packet for the voucher but never confirmed with me that she had filled out and sent the voucher back to Section 8. I was informed by Linden Section 8 there was a potential landlord packet submitted. Linden Section 8 sent them an offer, which Marta refused due to a low offer. It is well-known that Section 8 does not pay market price for rent, so landlords who accept Section 8 vouchers should be aware of this. I felt misled and disappointed. Now I understand why there are numerous negative reviews regarding their property manager and leasing practices, as well as a high turnover rate for the community. It appears that Michael the maintenance manager, is the only highly respected individual at Lindcrest Apartments, and I was eager to meet him based on the numerous positive reviews about him. I intend to contact the mayor and Governor Murphy's office regarding Lindcrest Apartments.

Unfortunately my family were unable to reserve a stay at the AVEunion. My review is based on the…read moreunprofessional actions of the Ave Union sales department. I simply contacted them to inquire if I could book with them directly rather than a third party at a lower rate of course. I do have to say Destiny Church was a pleasure speaking with and I believe did not have a part in the actual negotiations. After days of emails/calls back and forth, and specifically asking if I should just book through booking.com. They finally offer me a competitive rate that I am in agreement with and I respond back within hours to reserve with them. "True transparency " they respond back reneging on the offer stating they could not match booking.com pricing because of availability and recent price increases! This is after they offered me the lower rate! Oh and best of all the rates on booking.com conveniently increased the day there offer was emailed to me. They purposely dragged me along all week just to increase the rates on booking.com. So unprofessional and I am reporting them to the BBB!

This place is the best! They are so accommodating and the amenities are fantastic. We stay here…read moreoften and it always feels like home away from home. The staff is incredible and we are minutes to accessing so many things. Would recommend to anyone.

We recently toured the Meridia Linden 1001 with Jasper and we hope to apply soon. These are very…read morenice apartments with great amenities.

I use to work for this building and the property manager back in 2017 was a black guy who failed to…read morecome to work. Asked me to lie to upper management about his whereabouts and the maintenance guy at the time lied on me. There was a light skin black woman who didn't know how to do her job and cared only to wear seductive outfits that made the property manager favor her. They were cheating prospective tenants out of security deposit; by telling them they had bad credit. Property Manager lied to them that they would receive their security deposit but it never was returned from the time Ieft working for such wicked operation.

I cannot say too much until I actually move in there, but these are absolutely beautiful. This area…read moreused to be the armpit of Elizabeth, a projects development was there, with crime and filth. Now it is a like a little city filled with all new apartments, townhouses, and homes. I have heard it is very safe now and the only complaint is the #24 bus just doesn't run often enough if you don't have a car. I'd live there. Except when you mail an application you hear nothing until you act on it.

Great apt and management! Location could not be better, would highly recommend to anyone who is…read morelooking at the area. Great community perks for residents.

From the owner: Welcome home to luxury loft-style living in the village of Cranford, New Jersey within walking…read moredistance to the train, restaurants, and movies. Cranford Crossing Apartments is conveniently located to NJ Transit and I-78 for easy commuting to NYC. Our beautiful community with heat and hot water included offers city living with all the comforts of home. Enjoy shopping at Union Plaza Shopping Center or catch a game at the John F Kennedy Stadium. Newark Liberty International Airport, Seton Hall University and Trinitas Hospital are all also nearby. All team members of Morgan Properties are committed to providing exceptional service to our residents demonstrating respect, politeness and service with a smile. We are sure you will be happy with your new apartment home because we check, inspect and perfect 101 areas of your home before you move-in. We are proud to offer emergency maintenance service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Yes, we will be there for you even on weekends and holidays. Come see what luxury living is all about at Cranford Crossing Apartments!

I live at Linden Arms now and overall, I think it's a decent place to live. I am currently looking…read moreto move only because my commute is insane and this location doesn't work for me. Other than that, I would love to stay here. I find the bldg to be very quiet. The walls are thick. I never hear any of my neighbors. Whenever I contact management about an issue, they respond either the same day or the next day. The bldg is clean and mgmt does a good job of keeping things in order. I was surprised by the very negative post that the first person wrote here on yelp. I have not had the same experience. And i don't even know what bar around the corner they are talking about. Linden arms is not near any bar! We have beautiful Warinanco park directly across the street and that's basically what sold me on this place and I will miss it terribly when i leave. I always feel good when I come home. The front of the bldg is always well manicured and they decorate for the holidays too. For the price point, the apt is a good deal. If you have looked at apartments in or around Elizabeth, you will know that rent can be much more expensive and often times for a less desirable apt or area.

Skip this apartment. Take it from someone who deeply regrets living here. Management does little…read moreto nothing about complaints (or it will take them a really long time-Months-to do anything about it). It's insanely noisy here, you have an elevator that runs up the middle of the building so if you're as lucky as we were to have the back of it as our living room wall, you'll get to hear it run nonstop all day and night. Everyone here likes to slam doors and if it's next to your apartment your walls will shake. Don't bother hanging anything on the wall, you'll have to keep straightening. 80% of the day you'll hear someone screaming in the parking lot below your window...or someone will be blasting what they think is considered music...or someone had too much to drink at the bar around the corner...or Some other kind of noise sure to drive you crazy. Forget about ever taking a nap during the day, you'll lose that luxury. Forget cuddling up on your couch and watching a movie on a Sunday afternoon, you won't be able to enjoy that either. Just grin and bare it and remember to fork over that $1000+ every month. Better yet, skip this apartment. Trust me. I know this is a big city, noise is inevitable but Here, you'll feel like you live with a bunch of caged animals. Everyone here acts like they're the only one who lives here. Do yourself a huge favor, don't bother with this apartment because now you know what it's like from someone who wishes they never moved here.