I moved into these apartments in Jan 2022. I like it here and just renewed my lease for another…read moreterm. Even though there is alot of new construction nearby, all simular rental units, with comparable prices, we decided to stay here. 2023 moving is expensive, it's 100 degrees outside, and inflation is high on renewals, and don't want to deal with that. Our lease renewal rate was reasonable, so we decided to stay. I see very outdated ratings on Stonewood, which are irrelevant, in my opinion. Here's what I think.
I find the apartments as quiet, clean, and a decent basic place to live in the city. Maintenance is great & responds quickly. The property, for it's age, is in pretty good shape, units interior is small, basic, no granite, painted beige and white, basic black appliances, overall in and outside of property is fine. The porter picks up trash, and regulary empties the dog poo cans. YEAH! I like being around responsible pet parents, which is a big deal to me. Nobody wants to smell 100+ degrees of poo! Stonewood's maintenance guys keep that cleaned up and tidy. Lawn service is regular, and does good job keeping the property groomed. The sprinklers come on regularly, and that keeps the plantings lush. The courtyard is pretty, and quite clean.
The pool is small, and has needed some serious TLC, and apparently they are still struggling getting the pool properly repaired, cleaned, and properly serviced. That pool issue is reflective in my star rating above. The pool is the most important amenity to me. I will keep complaining, and the PM will eventually fix it. I would say the pool furniture needs some TLC, as well, mainly getting the webbing replaced.
The Amazon boxes are great and I really appreciate that my orders are secured. The mailbox room is locked and gated, another secured area. We do have gate access, which is great. The apartments do not have security cameras, and just like in any place in Houston or metro city, you gotta lock, secure, and put your stuff out of sight, and be aware of what's around you.
The gym is small, basic, but it free, and if its raining, the gym is fine.
My neighbors, that do chat with me, are nice and I have enjoyed conversations around the pool or when they walked their pets. My neighbors above are pretty quiet, and work & sleep same hours that I do, so I am so grateful for that. It's really quiet at night. Once in a while I hear the train next door, but it's nothing unsettling.
Bonus is location, close to fun stuff, food, bars, downtown. Commuting location wise is great, as you have a few different freeways to jump on/off, very close by, and that is worth every $.
Bayou trail is across the street, bike or walk, and Memorial Park is a really close drive or bike.
Overall, I enjoy living here.