I lived in the Grand Meridia for two years. It was handy to work and pet friendly. I didn't look…read moremuch beyond those two qualities. While I have to agree with some of the pros and cons in the other reviews (especially the heating/air conditioning units and the prices at renewal) The thing that makes me miss the Grand Meridia now is the people. Like it was said in the other reviews: the super lives on site. Actually, the whole maintenance staff is on site. So we were always the first building dug out of the snow, for example. If you had any maintenance issues, they were taken care of very quickly, even at odd hours. And Chris C., the building manager also lives on site. Whenever I had a question regarding the rent or management company, he was on it. He always got back to me quickly, even on his days off. I know he also organized get-togethers on the weekends to meet the neighbors. I always thought that was a nice touch.

I lived in this apartment community for many years and, while there were things I liked about it,…read morethe ongoing issues eventually led my family to move. The biggest problem was the noise. The walls are very thin, so it was easy to hear neighbors. Another concern was that some dog owners didn't keep their pets under control. My children were scared several times while using the stairs, which made them uncomfortable in their own home. Maintenance and management were also disappointing. Issues we reported were rarely resolved in a timely or effective way. The Wi-Fi was extremely slow and often difficult to use. The most frustrating part was the yearly rent increases. Instead of offering incentives to loyal, long-term tenants, management seemed more focused on promoting referral bonuses. After years of rising rent without meaningful improvements, we decided it was time to move elsewhere. I'm not sure if tenants didn't just respect Edwin, the the manager, regarding noise complaints or something else. I appreciated the years I spent here, but I hope management addresses these concerns to improve the experience for future residents.

We've been living here for about two months. The apartment building is beautiful. My apartment is…read morequiet. The management team is very friendly and responsive to our needs, even for small concerns. Ashley Paola and Miguel Are all professional, courteous, and patient. Miguel Is the so nice, the River place is fortunate to have such a talented individual. We love the convenience of all the local restaurants and eateries walking distance from us.

The worst property management, their code of conduct is to be rude and to disregard residents…read moreconcerns. They don't have any customer services skills and their priorities are backwards so don't expect them to respond to your calls, letters or emails.

Came here for a tour with Vanessa and she is very sweet. I found the process of requesting a tour…read morewas very simple. I heard back right away via email and text. The building looks great and the apartments she showed were very clean. Can't wait to apply here based off what I saw on my tour.

HORRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE!…read more So I must've contacted this apartment complex SEVERAL TIMES just to discuss a visit, scheduling, wait list - SOMETHING! I spoke with a Jeff (via text) and Greg and advised them both that I am going to be relocating back to this area and interested in availability. Greg informed me that they had no availability at the moment but that they would at the end of July/August which is perfect for my move. He then informed me he would have someone reach out to me ASAP- that never happened. I called a few more times, left messages, even sent emails through "Apartment List" to say I AM INTERESTED IN AVAILABILITY! Again - NOTHING! Finally, since I was in the area to look at other apartments, I tried to go to this location during business hours to actually "speak" to someone about availability. The building was locked, no agents appeared to be on site and no one called back. It shouldn't be this hard to reach a business ESPECIALLY WHEN YOUR GOING TO BE POTENTIALLY PAYING A SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF RENT EVERY MONTH. I give up- I would not recommend this complex.

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 :)

Do not move here unless you want fascist land lords. We just got a letter from the landlords. The…read moreTREE KILLING FASCIST landlords. The Letter told us we can't live our lives the way we've been living our lives for the past three plus decades anymore. A whole list of no this and no that. You are not allowed to have a bicycle. Why? They don't want you to put up Christmas lights or any other kind of decoration. Why? You can't grow what you want to grow on your porch. I fear for the life of my CAT now. These Lindcrest people are guilty iof landlord over-reach. Don't move here unless you want to be treated like crap . They killed a 200 year old healthyPin Oak last year too. Absolute Fascist morons from HELL Own this place and you can not live the life you want to live here.

If I could give zero stars, I would. Management, specifically Andrea is insanely rude. Does not…read moreknow how to speak to tenants respectfully. Have not had a single pleasant interaction with her once. You will be fined under false pretenses. DO NOT MOVE HERE.

Biggest DISAPPOINTMENT for such a beautiful building!…read more So I seen this building upon it being built and was super excited to visit when I learned I would be moving back to the area. Starting off, I must've called the main number several times just to try to schedule an appointment with a leasing agent- however to no avail no one would pick up the phone or call me back. I had to have a friend go to the building and reach out to someone on my behalf to have someone call me back. To be clear, I FLEW up here from out of state; the goal was to fly in, view the apartment and lock in one of the units - that's how I excited I was about moving in. I meet up with Nick (Director), whom took me on the showing. The first question I ask him is about parking; at which he delivers SUPER DISAPPOINTING news and tells me the parking is full- if I move in I would have to find parking on the street. I asked the ETA for parking to become available- he said there is none. 2K A MONTH AND THERE IS NO PARKING!????? He said both parking lots are full. I asked him about the new buildings being built - he said that parking will be for new tenants with 2 bedroom units only smh. Next- although the corner apartment was beautiful- there were no elevators near it! We had to walk down a really long hallway (seemed almost like a 10 min walk) just to get to the unit! Lastly, and most importantly I FELT LIKE I WAS BEING "PROFILED". I was asked what do I do for work, how long I been there, told I would have to have good credit and questioned about documentation for my pets even when I told the agent before I came in that I had the necessary documentation needed to secure this unit. He then told me in but so many words, the documentation for my pets needed to be legit as they are very strict. This was EXTREMELY INSULTING because I didn't know what other documentation he expected me to have!? The biggest question that you have to wonder is were these same questions being asked to "everyone"? Overall, as beautiful as this building is- it was not worth the price tag. FYI- the leasing agent "Jasper" asked me the same questions when I asked about Meridia in Linden. I asked him to call me so that we can have a "conversation" he told me that he could not call only text and then proceeded to ask me if I had good credit and did I work or was I a student. The leasing agents could use some training.

My husband and I recently moved from Los Angeles, CA to this complex - and we couldn't be happier…read morewith REVA Rahway! Everything is handled with the utmost professionalism - from the tour to intake and move-in; to maintenance to upkeep of facilities and common spaces; and assistance with questions etc, everything in between. We enjoy the amenities which include a small dog park and indoor bath area, very nice gym facility with classes, outdoor "decks/patio" spaces with BBQ grills, a courtyard, a coffee and tea machine (serving Starbucks), and various events each month. Everyone in the building is very friendly as well - mainly young professionals due to the proximity of the Rahway train station - but also families of all ages and sizes. Also noting as a female - I've always felt safe in and around the facility at night - it's very nearby to the Police Station. My favorite part? It shares a parking space area with the Public Library. :) I would consider another property managed by these team - not that I have a need! Cheers to Asha, Kyle, & Ed!

My boyfriend and I took a tour in the summer of 2020. Let's just say we fell in love with the…read moreproperty. It was clean, sophisticated and was 2 blocks away from the NJ Transit. At the time they were offering 2 months free to use in the beginning of your lease and allowed us to hold the apartment for 2 1/2 months until we were ready to move in. We moved in August 2020 and from that day on we noticed some unpleasant surprises about the property. - The gym was closed for 2 months with no amenity fee reimbursement. - The amenities closes at 7pm everyday because the maintenance staff leaves work at 7pm. This does not give the residents who work from home late or travel from work enough time to enjoy the amenities. - The apartment appliances and paint on the walls are cheap. Our cabinet door in the bathroom suddenly came off, the paint on the walls are easily damaged with 1 touch and our shower faucet broke while I was taking a shower. - the bedroom door constantly becomes loose and squeaky. -There is not enough guest parking. - The elevators are ALWAYS broke you have to walk through the garage to get out the building. - you have to pay an extra amenity fee for the business center. (Non sound proof private rooms, and this amenity fee can be added at anytime but not removed). - if you don't live on the top floor, you will hear your neighbors foot steps above you. Which is very disturbing. - While in the business center, I can hear the weights from the gym banging from the first floor. Mind you the business center is on the second floor. -The management experience can be much better. The maintenance team RJ and Kevin makes this experience worth it because they are always helping and making sure the residents are comfortable. Some Pros to the building are: - Luxe package - the residents - transportation -A lot of cabinet space - Quiet - The apartment is not half bad, one of the nicest apartments I have seen. - A few great restaurants and stores in the neighborhood. - Linden Clark and Elizabeth is 5 minutes away and you have access to ShopRite, Target, Starbucks, Homegoods, Wholefoods and other great stores. -The trash rooms are surprisingly clean.

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.

Horrible place to live ! Térmites!!! My apartment is…read moreinfested and it's a on going issue that haven't been resolved I have to buy ant spray to keep them away! The management staff are horrible! Upper Management!! They don't care about the people who live here and there problems with the units! Don't think about this place ever ! Just ask any tenant that's outside! Some people have mice, roaches, some have water leaks. Ant infested! Health department needs to come give some fines out! This place needs completely new management! Management doesn't respond to emails ! Even if you call the very rude, upper management Im referring too !!!!! Only Pro can park anywhere and not even that because cameras don't work, so they say! Ask any tenant outside if your thinking of renting first about there experience here!!!! Trust me

These particular apartments are called Colonial Gardens. They are the newest buildings in this…read morecomplex because, I found out after I signed the lease, that the buildings that were here burned to the ground 3 or 4 years ago. I think I know why but I've been here for 1 week and here's what's going on. We went to the leasing office 5 days before our move-in date to pay our security deposit and 1st month's rent. We didn't think we would get the keys until move in day but we wanted all the paperwork out of the way so all we had to do was pick up the keys. The office staff would not let us sign the lease nor would they take our checks. They did let us look at the place and we found a live electrical outlet without a cover and roaches. We took the keys back to the office and told them. On move-in day, it took almost an hour to do the paperwork and get keys - all the while we were paying movers to stand there and wait on us. We opened the door, killed 3 roaches and the live electrical outlet was still unprotected. Maintenance responded pretty quick after I called them on day 2 and put a cover on the outlet - exterminators came on Wednesday, Day 3, and said it would take a couple of days to work. Today is day 4 after the spraying and we're still killing roaches. I think the spray just pissed them off. Day 3 - Gas was turned off because the tenants before us didn't pay their bill. We had to get a verification of residency which we didn't get until Friday, day 5 of the move and it was after 430 the afternoon before Memorial Day. The best we can hope for a hot shower, cooking and drying clothes again is probably going to be around June 6 or 7. The Gas company couldn't even find our address without the meter numbers. Also, we went to put some dishes in the dishwasher and pulled on the door and the whole dishwasher came out from under the counter. Another service request. Day 4 - Unplugged the hair dryer and the GFCI outlet that is supposed to trip if there is a short, started sizzling and the outlet did not trip. I had to turn off the breaker to kill it. Maintenance responded pretty quick but the guy who responded to change the outlet knew about as much about electricity as I know about brain surgery (I work in construction). He almost burned the place down and they finally sent an electrician on day 5. I also tried to connect my cable boxes to the TVs upstairs. Finally called customer service and after all the things they could do, told me the in-wall outlets were apparently not connected to anything. Day 5 - Electrician is here re-wiring the bathroom outlet with a maintenance guy. I asked maintenance about the cable outlets and after some head scratching, it was determined the cable hanging from the ceiling in the laundry room, is the cable that is supposed to be in the wall and connected to the cable outlets. That's another service request we need to do. Day 6, 7 and 8 (Saturday, Sunday and Monday Memorial Day) cold showers, eating in restaurants for every meal unless you want a sandwich or cold cereal. This is not good.

thank u to nicholas smith for ur professionalism and treat tenants like family god bless us having…read moreu as property manager proud of u

The walls and floors are so thin that you will receive noise complaints constantly for everyday…read moreactivities. It's mentally stressful. Literally walking on eggshells.