Lived here for two years while I finished my degree, and it was the best leasing experience I have…read morehad in my decade of renting. I used to work for a larger student housing company on campus, and the level of care, respect, and attentiveness given to tenants at Electrum is night and day compared to the other options on/around campus. The very few issues I did encounter over the two years I lived in my unit were always instantly addressed. I typically heard back from any emails I'd send in a matter of hours, and would come home from work the next day to find the problem completely resolved. They were very careful and accommodating to me as a pet owner as well, making sure my cat did not escape outside whenever work was done. You receive very clear and concise policies in the lease, and the move-out guide was equally as easy to follow. Unlike larger companies, I was not nickel and dimed on the security deposit and actually received all of it back. I highly recommend leasing with Electrum Group! Fairly priced rent, easy renewal process, good maintenance, and excellent communication.

I *highly* recommend 212 S 1st St, Unit B (apt above the Yoga Studio). The apartment is a an…read moreawesome find (nice bathrooms, newer appliances, homey feel, right next to a bus stop) and Weiss / Electrum Group is the best landlord I've ever had. He was always very responsive, fixed any issues we had quickly, and gave us an amazing rate on the apartment. He also gave us our full security deposit back! It's great for students at University of Illinois (all of my classes were a 10 minute bus ride away). You can also experience downtown Champaign which is about a 5 minute walk away. Lease from Electrum Group if you get the chance!

The Legends Apartments is a great place to live. The leasing office (Talore) was super helpful in…read morehelping me find a top-floor unit in another building. She patiently answered my many questions. The transfer to another unit couldn't have gone smoother. Thanks, Talore. Kudos!

Love it here. Maintenance is always responsive and helps out asap at every issue we've had…read more Management has worked with us a lot over the past year.

Do not rent from 305 E Daniel or the University Group. In addition to the constant bugs that…read moremanagement was unable to keep at bay, the move-out fees were almost $2,000 in fraudulent charges. The only way to contact them about these fraudulent charges is to send an email to which they never respond.

Another fantastic campus location from Next Chapter properties. On the smaller end of properties…read morethis location offers more of a private experience. That being said it still has a ton of features! Each apartment comes with a wet bar, in-unit secure internet, cable, secure key fob access, 9' ceiling, fully furnished, flat top stove, and larger than average balconies. A great location, great features, and a dedicated team to back you up along the way. 305 Daniels is just one of Next Chapter's wonderful selection of properties.

Great as always !! Maintenance came fairly quick and solved the problem. We have never had to wait…read moremore than a day for maintenance and we have lived here four years which tells you that we like it here.

My repair was fixed quickly and they even filled the big gopher holes in the dog park at my request!read more

I have been a resident for 35+ years. Sometimes really good, soneines not so great. The last few…read moretimes I raised concerns, I felt ignored and brushed off.

I had a very disappointing experience with this apartment management. Throughout my time as a…read moreresident, my rent continued to increase, and I believe I was overcharged. When I raised concerns and asked for explanations, I didn't feel that those concerns were taken seriously or handled fairly. Another issue that made me uncomfortable involved an employee. After I moved to another apartment, he repeatedly contacted me and asked to come to my apartment, even though I preferred that any paperwork or notices be left in the mailbox or at the office. I did not feel comfortable with those repeated requests and, I would have appreciated having my preferences respected. Overall, my experience left me feeling frustrated and disappointed. If you're considering renting here, I recommend reviewing all charges carefully, keeping copies of all documents.

Very nice one bedroom. Well maintained. Carports. Friendly…read moreneighbors. Easy shopping.

I lived here in a 1 bedroom unit for 7 years in grad school and only moved out because I got a job…read morein another city. It's a quiet building with considerate neighbors, and the landlord, John Hamilton, is fantastic and has always been great about having things fixed as soon as they break. It's in a beautiful area with brick streets and tons of trees, and West Side Park is only a block away. It always felt like a really safe area, and despite having things shipped to me all the time I only had one package go missing in 7 years (compared to where I live now, where I had 2 packages stolen in the first month). Units have wall air conditioners and dishwashers, and there's parking in the back, with covered parking available for a small charge (great in winter). My unit also had a ceiling fan in the bedroom and a huge walk-in closet I mostly used for storage. Downtown Champaign and a couple of bus lines are within close walking distance, with Illinois Terminal just a few more blocks out, and the university and the big commercial centers north of I-74 on Neil and Prospect are a short drive away.

Overpriced joke. Act like their high end "resort living but its just broke down buildings with…read moresiding falling off next to the highway. A neighbers a/c was broken for a week when it was like over 100 degrees out and all they did was give him a couple fans! Want to live where you can hear the highway day and night? Look no further! Goose crap like all around the lake - I mean bugs swarming, trashy stinky retention pond - ick. Moving out when my lease is up

I have nothing but wonderful things to say about this complex. When I was planning where I was…read moregoing to live while going to law school, I knew that I wanted some place that not only had great amenities but was away from the parties and mayhem that is Green street. From a community standpoint - they have everything. The neighbors are quiet and conscientious which I cannot stress how amazing that has been as a student trying to study the last 3 years of my doctorate. The guards at the gate are kind and wave to you everyday as you come home. You feel safe knowing that someone is making sure that intruders stay out. Meanwhile, the club house has a racket ball court, a restaurant, an A+ gym, and the most wonderful pool to relax by on a hot summer day. The grounds are impeccably kept. Between all of the beautiful trees and green grass and the truly stunning lake that sits in the middle of the complex - I feel like I'm returning to my hotel everyday instead of my apartment. The apartments - the apartments are very well priced for the area and their size. They're on the higher end but they're reasonable. They are truly beautiful from the crown molding to the details in arched pass-throughs or fireplaces. The heating and cooling system is individually controlled so you always can have your home the temperature that you would like. The tall ceilings make you feel like you're living in a mansion. The best part about living at Baytowne however, are the people in charge of the property. This is something I NEVER thought I would have the pleasure of saying about a leasing office. When you call - they answer and they respond. I always felt like my voice was heard, I always knew that I had someone I could ask questions to who would be more than happy to chat with me. Additionally, any time I had a maintenance issue they were on it immediately. You can find an apartment anywhere - but only here can you find your home . If I had to do it all over again I'd grab my pen to sign the lease now.

It was an easy fix, but Simon knew what to do to correct the issue. As always was very pleasant…read moreto deal with. Keep Simon at Gentry Square.

This is the second time we've had an emergency and there is no emergency number. Just a voice mailread more

I lived at 702/704 W Elm St in Urbana for a year. I have no complaints about the management…read more Maintenance requests were always handled quickly, and because my apartment was not the "show apartment," I didn't have to worry about having tons of people in and out of my apartment throughout leasing season. I do, however, understand that it is nice to see the exact apartment you'll be living in. They were fair with returning the security deposit. My roommate and I had been overcharged for "missing furniture," which had been removed by Roland earlier in the year, but there was no trouble getting that money back. Your choices are very limited if you want to live in Urbana, and my apartment itself was hit and miss. I loved the large bedrooms, and because it's a little further from campus, my rent was fairly low. Elm St is really pretty, especially in the fall, and the area was usually very quiet. However, the building only had a window AC unit, which was miserable over the summer. I moved my bed to the living room, right in front of the AC, and still could barely sleep at night. I didn't mind not having a dishwasher, but a garbage disposal would have been nice. There were only two washers and dryers for the building, and it wasn't rare for one set to not be working, so doing laundry was a pain. It was relatively cheap, however. Despite my issues with the building, I almost stayed for a second year. I would definitely recommend living with Roland.

If I could give 901 South First and Roland Realty zero stars, I would. I moved into a studio about…read moresix weeks ago, and the condition of this property has been absolutely disgusting. THERE IS TRASH EVERYWHERE. I've seen used condoms on the floors of the buildings, found cockroaches, and constantly seen trash throughout the property. After submitting multiple requests about the cleanliness, it seemed like the property was only finally cleaned once people started touring apartments. I find that incredibly misleading because it creates a false image for prospective tenants of how the property is actually maintained once you live here. My apartment was filthy when I moved in, and I had to deep clean it before I could even unpack. There are holes in my floor, kitchen cabinets that don't close, an unbelievable amount of rust in the bathroom, and the wall inside my shower is cracking to the point that pieces fall into the bathtub. The laundry situation is also ridiculous. There are only about five washers and six dryers shared between four buildings, and multiple machines have been broken since I moved in. I've literally had to wash clothes in my bathtub because I can't rely on the machines being usable. I have emailed, called, gone into the office, and submitted maintenance requests, yet weeks later, multiple issues still have not been fixed. I repeatedly get told they'll take care of things, but nothing happens. Affordable housing does not mean tenants should have to accept unsanitary conditions and broken facilities. I would never sign a lease here again and strongly recommend looking elsewhere before signing with Roland Realty.