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502 North Apartments

Updated 2026-07-17 · 2,441 reviewed · 401 listed · Scored from 88 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.1(88) 56 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Student Housing
502 North Apartments
Service
Student Housing
Reviews
88

The honest read

Staff earned praise for friendliness and fast move-ins, with some residents reporting clean units and quick emergency repairs. However, significant complaints span pest infestations, water damage, difficulty reaching management by phone, and security concerns including broken cameras. Debt collection disputes also emerged.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • friendly office and maintenance staff
  • clean units
  • fast move-in process
  • responsive emergency repairs
Watch-outs
  • pest infestations (bed bugs, cockroaches)
  • water leak issues
  • unresponsive phone lines
  • weak security and non-functional cameras
  • unclear or disputed charges
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Best for: Students seeking a friendly, centrally-located community with responsive staff and modern amenities.
Think twice if: Pest infestations and unresponsive management by phone are ongoing concerns; verify pest control history before signing.

What this place gets right

  • friendly office and maintenance team
  • clean units and common areas
  • 24-hour on-site maintenance
  • fast move-in process

Worth knowing

  • Alaina and Bernardette named for leasing assistance
  • Jaino handled emergency water leak repair
  • Move-in discount $1500 off stated
  • Charges reported: $100 cash parking fee, $400 cash pest control surcharge
  • Security cameras documented as non-functional during theft incidents

Reviews by category

Student Housing
Staff friendliness praised, but pest issues and maintenance responsiveness inconsistent

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.1 against a 3.97 average across the 209 student housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 25% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 0
Review volume 85
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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30
4
12
3
11
2
3
1
32

Quick answers

Is there a move-in discount?
Yes, $1500 off all move-ins per their website.
What amenities are available?
Swimming pool, BBQ/picnic area, outdoor playground, and on-site 24-hour maintenance.
Is it easy to reach management?
Reviews report long waits or no answer on the phone; consider visiting in person or using online requests.
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Last updated 2026-07-17