The Gabriel Condos

Lived here six years now ! We love it here — two bed two bath we really like the location as its minutes to the plaza and downtown… apt has a Loft feel to it. Hyde park at our back door — Since Mac properties has taken over almost all the area apt buildings I can say it’s a safer area and not a lot of riff raff as it use to feel. Just live it here !!!

So I moved in here a month ago and I have to say I’m enjoying my experience. I attempted to contact them through the numbers and emails provided on the website. No response, but I was persistent as I really wanted more information and in their defense I was looking 6 months prior to moving out but simply needed to check some properties off my list. I sent a few more emails and called a few times and didn’t get a response until I name dropped my friend who lives there. Of course they weren’t sure if a property would become available but Casey (the leasing manager) encouraged me to check in every month and I did so religiously. Low and behold just in time for when I was looking to move the floor plan I wanted (1 bedroom, 2 bath) opened up!
So the movers were booked and the day off work was requested. However I had not actually viewed the unit I was going to be in. They were painting the floor so it had to be put off for a while. Casey had me contact the property manager at the time Carl, and I was able to view the unit. As expected it was just what I was looking for. Good size, clean, all appliances where they should be, and my unit faced the courtyard between the buildings. Great! I was told they were putting another coat of paint on the floor and then needed to seal it but everything would be complete by the time I moved in.
So fast forward to a few days before moving day. I attempt to contact management about getting the keys for the unit so that I can let in the movers. Let them know what time the movers are booked for and such. Carl acted as if it was a huge inconvenience to be able to meet me with the keys that day. So luckily instead he left the unit unlocked and placed the keys in a cupboard so I could run over and pick them up. I’m pretty laid back so no big deal. But when I return later that day to let in TWC to hook up my internet there is a huge puddle of water in the middle of the floor! Being the clever girl I am, I detect that it’s coming from the AC unit that’s in a closet off the entrance. So I call Carl right away, of course he doesn’t pick up and let him know. I luckily had some towels in my car and brought them in and was able to mop most of it up and put a pan under the drink. Carl calls me back and tells me he cranked up the AC when he left the keys (but also he didn’t close all the windows that were open, thanks Carl…) and would have someone come check it out. Turns out a pipe for drainage was plugged, easy fix everything’s honky dory now. However the water on the floor caused the paint to peel. So the floors were not sealed, so they continue to peel to this day. I would have rather had the raw concrete flooring (with a proper seal) anyways. The part that sucks about the floor is that my dog sheds… a lot. And the brick red the painted the floor shows everything.
Since all this happened I’ve been very pleased with the property, few things that could use improvements:
— The parking lot (huge sinkhole right by the dumpster)
— Dog run, has glass that keeps resurfacing, I’ve tossed it out several times and after speaking with another resident found out he did the same thing for 2 years before giving up. Just sod the damn thing or put down mulch! This could be a huge selling point for residents!
— The floors, obviously. Leave the raw concrete and just seal them, like in the pictures you advertise on your website.
Things I love about the property:
— MOST of the residents are amazing! Very friendly and it does feel like a community! I haven’t run into a lot of them on my floor yet, but having a dog it helps people get to know you.
— Dog friendly. No pet rent, just a deposit and they allowed my Siberian Husky. Can’t beat that!
— The courtyard! Flowers planted, seating and tables. A few people have their tailgating grills down there pushed off to the side.
— The neighborhood. Hyde Park isn’t the place where you’re afraid to step outside at night anymore. Right behind The Gabriel is Jansen Place. Beautiful big houses and a safe little ½ mile loop. I walk my dog here and am always sure to clean up after him and the residents don’t seem to mind.
— Apartment amenities. This had all I was looking for! Washer and dryer in unit, dishwasher, my 1b/​2ba has an extra storage space off one of the bathrooms and it’s spacious. The kitchen does not have much in the way of storage but I added some shelving to the wall and am very happy with it.
— The property manager being on site. Shawn is truly wonderful, Carl supposedly lived nearby but when you called him he made it seem like an inconvenience to do his job. Shawn is super friendly and quick to respond. The guy did jump out of bed for me and even delivered my mail later when he got me my key.
— Quiet neighbors. I have heard very little from the neighbors above me. A wonderful change from my last residence. This could be in part due to the concrete flooring, but it’s nice to have peace and quiet.