I just recently spent 4 days looking for apartments out of the state (in Texas), and after seeing 25 properties, I had to come back and write about my experience living at Estero Oaks for what will be a year and a half.
First of all, if I could pick up and move this place to my new city, I would. My apartment itself is beautiful and spacious with tons of natural light. The kitchen and the bathrooms have been tastefully designed-- all of the appliances are top quality. I love the laminate "wood" floor throughout the kitchen and living area-- which gives the place a very luxurious CLEAN look... and there is plenty of room for storage.
The walls, unlike other places-- are not paper thin, and very private. I cannot hear my neighbors-- and I feel very safe here being a single girl with a puppy.
Maintenance is the best. They are quick to come to the rescue. Oh. And they are also awesome. My puppy loves to say hello to "her friends" when we cross paths outside-- but I feel totally comfortable and safe having maintenance come over when I am away too.
I do not have a balcony, or a view, but my solarium has been useful for work--as I work remotely from home. If I were to upgrade-- I'd definitely want to upgrade to a view of some sort, and a balcony... mostly because my dog would be happier to have something to look at. Can't say it really bothers me. If I want a sunset, all I have to do is step outside and look over the big "lake."
The property itself is kept well manicured-- there is always someone cutting the grass. The pool is immaculate and beautiful. It seems to always have sun. They just painted our stairs (again)... so now everything is beautiful and brand new looking (again). Something is always being cleaned, or updated. After touring 25 places in Dallas, I can say... that is definitely not the case on other properties. Not. Even. Close.
The management team is great. They are always helpful and friendly. My dog wants to visit them every day on our walks, and I enjoy stopping by and chatting also.
Any packages I receive get put in a locker and I receive a text letting me know they've arrived. Which is awesome. My trash gets picked up every evening... which is also awesome. No icky trash chute to deal with.
The only downside I can think of having lived here for a while now, is that while it is very safe, and it's own little beautiful oasis... there is nothing to walk to. However-- when I first moved to this area... I can just say-- that's Florida for ya. Unless you're in Downtown Naples... This area of Florida is just not what you'd call a walkable city.
You're about 25 min away from the most beautiful beaches... 45 minutes from Marco Island. The pool is so pretty though... and quiet... so if you need a daily dose of sun... walk out your door! 8 minutes from the movie theater, Costco, Target and Gulf Coast Town Center-- which they keep making better every year-- And! Even closer to Estero Oaks now, is University Village-- which has restaurants, Nail Salon, yoga...
If you're looking for a quiet little oasis-- I have really loved living in my own luxurious little home. I will miss the space, and how lovely everything is. It's truly cozy, clean and spectacularly kept. read more