We have been here for over 10 years and there are 2 reasons we have remained is because of the…read moreexcellent maintenance team of Rob and Edgar. Their response and efficiency in solving issues is wonderful. They are always respectful and accommodating . Also the grounds are kept beautifully and well maintained too. One very negative issue here, I have to say is the issue of inconsiderate smokers who sit on their porches or decks and smoke constantly which pollutes their neighbor's apartments. There should be a stipulation to have smokers step 50 ft away from their building while engaging in smoking or better yet make this a "smoke free" community That would be a definite healthier solution. If it weren't for the cigarette pollution I would give Southwood 5 stars for sure.

Cecelia ,Rob and Edger make this a VERY pleasant place to live ! I am sooo happy hereread more

I have flooding of fecal matter in my apartment and I didn't get contacted until a day later and…read more2nd complaint, then I received a mopping of the fecal matter but left in the corners, the bathroom still stinks and floods and I'm staying in a hotel because my apartment is a hazard to my kids, animal and myself.

I reside at The Tudors in North Babylon. When I called the office and spoke with Evanka and the…read moreLeasing Director, I was advised that the only way they would allow me to be released from the lease was if I provided a police report, due to a domestic violence incident. During our conversation, Evanka said to me, "If you lease a car, you can't just stop leasing it." I responded that he wishes to keep the lease -- I am simply asking to be removed. There is no reason for me to remain on it, other than their insistence that I endure an abusive situation. I had already pleaded with them to release me from the unexecuted lease, as ownership has not even signed it. Despite this, they continue to refuse. Their behavior has been unethical and deeply troubling, showing more concern for enforcing paperwork than for my safety and well-being. To be clear, my ex-partner earns over $100,000 annually and fully qualifies for the apartment financially on his own. We have been trapped in this toxic situation for over a month, and I still have not received a fully executed lease.

I had a horrible experience with the Realtor Christina Pena of New Island Realty, not only…read moremisinformed me of the owner's responses to my questions and concerns but also neglected to inform the owner of my communications with him. Do not expect much from this broker. She never showed up for anything, not even at closing! She sends her father during inspection. Rushed me through the last "walk-thru". showed zero professionalism not friendly, has no remorse for her unethical and disgusting behavior. If Christina Pena got out of the homeowner's bed long enough to address questions and concerns truthfully, these costly nightmares could have been avoided. She was too busy on her knees to address crucial details that I am now having to pay for. Property was misrepresented by the listing. So now the onus falls on me!

I had a recent horrible experience with the Realtor, Laura Albert. Laura not only misinformed me of…read morethe owner's responses to my offers/application but also neglected to inform the owner of my communications with her. Laura showed zero professionalism in carrying out her professional obligations and as a result, caused me to lose out on an apartment that I was very interested in, had the credentials for, and was the first offer on. Laura showed zero remorse for her unethical and disgusting behavior and I hope to advise any future party dealing with Laura to contact New Island Realty directly and immediately switch to another realtor.

I'd give one star but the grounds are beautiful. I've lived here for 2 years. Maintenance comes 4…read moredays late almost every time. You have to park a mile away from your apartment because their aren't enough spots. Management is extremely impersonal and will treat you less than. I had a small kitchen fire in my apartment and no one even asked if my 1 year old or I were okay just wanted my claim number from my insurance. Francesca speaks condescendingly to you whenever an issue arises. They say they are dog friendly but threaten to fine you $200 if your dog even steps on grass outside of the tiny dog park. I kept my boat at the marina here last summer but refused to this year because the steps on the dock are not maintained. Would I recommend? Definitely not. High price for very little in return.

This is a beautiful community where everyone waves and stops to talk. Brittany was my first…read morecontact there and she's great - nice, sincere, accommodating, friendly and really swung the decision for me to join. Put up with me visiting a dozen times! Danielle is great as well - she's the senior person and is strict with rules - this is NOT a bad thing - the management is fair and responsible - this is exactly what maintains the quality of the experience for everyone. The apartment was clean and in working order, freshly painted. The pool and the grounds are extremely well-maintained and you can't beat the view out of my balcony. Richard Kushner Agency Project Manager Building & Construction Intertek-MT Group Direct +1 631 815-1898 Office +1 631 815-1900 Email Richard.kushner@intertek.com www.intertek.com/building Intertek-MT Group 145 Sherwood Avenue, Farmingdale, NY 11735 Total Quality. Assured. CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE This email may contain confidential or privileged information, if you are not the intended recipient, or the person responsible for delivering the message to the intended recipient then please notify us by return email immediately. Should you have received this email in error then you should not copy this for any purpose nor disclose its contents to any other person. http://www.intertek.com

What a great company! Wish I could give Michael 6 stars! A great listener, made excellent…read morerecommendations for our very complex system that needed upgrades. We have had at least 3 other companies work on our system over the years, and this one is the best. Always available to answer your questions. You are always in good hands!

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Great place to live. Easy access, to building and door codes. They always inform you about what's…read moregoing on in the building and local businesses

Living at Avalon in Amityville: A Comedy of Errors (Except It's Not Funny)…read more If you're looking for a place where sleep is optional, trash decorates the hallways, and your car gets towed for daring to unload groceries, welcome to Avalon in Amityville! This place is a real-life sitcom--only instead of laughing, you'll be crying at 3 a.m. when the fire alarms go off again. Let's talk about those alarms. They go off so often, we don't know if it's an actual emergency or just another episode of "Avalon Shenanigans." God forbid it's real--because by now, most residents are just rolling over and praying for the best. Once, the alarms went off so long I missed work because I couldn't even leave the building. Sleep deprivation is apparently part of the Avalon lifestyle, so if you like your beauty rest, look elsewhere. (Reference Newsdays article on the Avalon Amityville if you want a lot more info on the faulty alarm system) Oh, and guest parking? That used to be a thing--used to be. Apparently, someone forgot to do the math on how many guests a 388-unit complex might have, so they decided to remove guest parking altogether. The new "convenient" parking lot is now down the block and across the street. They didn't mention this when I signed the lease, of course. Why? Because why would they ruin the surprise? Also, make sure you don't unload your groceries anywhere the vicinity. As if we are not paying enough money on rent, now you have to have a stipend for the towing. Yes I got towed unloading groceries. The trash situation is also something to behold. Trash rooms overflow like it's their job, trash finds its way into the hallways for no apparent reason, and dog feces adorn the sidewalks like avant-garde art installations. The smell in the hallways? Probably a mix of that and people tracking the "art" along the carpet. A real olfactory treat. And then there's the plumbing. During winter, the pipes freeze and burst, turning the lobby into a water park. Unfortunately, it's not the fun kind--just the "watch your step or you'll break an ankle" kind. Ohh and be careful when walking on the side walk. As if you didn't need to be careful to soak your shoes "dog chocolate", the sidewalks freeze because they are late to lay down salt in a timely manner. You'll be joining Disney on ice in no time, except it will be from a coma dream. In short, Avalon in Amityville is like a masterclass in how not to manage a property. It's overpriced, overhyped, and overrun with issues. Save yourself the hassle and find somewhere else to live. Unless you enjoy sleepless nights, mysterious smells, and walking your groceries from the other side of town, in which case--welcome home!