Halstead Station

Reviews

CINSATION

I’ve lived at the Halstead station for over a year and it is hands down the best building in the area... And I’ve done my research. We were looking to downsize and checked out other buildings in the area and none of the apartment buildings nearby...

Brian L.

Would not recommend living here. I have had issues with cockroaches. The apartments are overpriced and old. Management does not care much about tenants. Better buildings down the road.

Anonymous

Would not recommend living here. I am a current resident and have had serious issues with cockroaches that took management months to fix. There was a cockroach infestation that affected numerous apartments and management kept me in the dark about the...

Jamaal Davis

Is this low income housing

M. Maritza Pierre Louis

What is the price range?

Valerie Feit

The staff at Halstead Station are good hard-working people who are very sweet. That, however, does not mean that the experience is a good one. There is an expectation that people will rent without seeing the space. I was promised an apartment and not...

Anonymous

Halstead staff has been great to me since I've moved in.Jessica and Lamont the assistant service Manager have been great help on my transition into this building.I appreciate all there help.Thank you guys for all what you do here.Keep up the good wor...

Jane Lowry

If I can give this place a negative star I would. There’s a lot of hidden fees behind your rent . Garbage fee . Amenities fee , sewer fee . There’s not even a comedian bill . They have their own light and gas bill under their company which over c...

Lance Robinson

Do you want to find out what hell and the devil is ? Then rent here. You’ll have the most remorseful regrets of your life. The dog pee everywhere . Elevator . Hallways . Just nasty . I come home from long day at work first thing I smell walking in ...

Denise Wright

The gym and new entrance is nice . Old entrance smells like wet dog all the time . The rent is ridiculously high for no reason at all . I can’t wait until my lease is over. I been here 8 months and I can’t keep up with my neighbors because someon...

La Bella

Had to rewrite my review after living here for a few . Several things . 1. The construction their doing is nice but your apartment becomes dusty that you have to clean every second. 2. The dogs in the building are cool but they piss in the hallway , ...

Collette Jones

There a couple of pros to living here . One is the biggest pro for me is Jessica she is great . Like literally amazing and always nice . The concierge are great . Especially Robin and Joyce. However, the white appliances are a little lack luster . a ...

Yue S

Beware. While the building is lovely, you will be hit with HIDDEN FEES. Your rent every month will fluctuate because your Con Edison is actually La Rochedison so you pay your light bill to La Rochelle, including everything else (rent, gas for “keep...

Ifeanyi Nwakudu

Nice apartment in a cool and serene location. It is also located in front of the train station, which saves time and money.

Praneeth Nooli

One of the best apartments to live in New Rochelle which is next to the train station

Samantha Labossiere

Giving 5 stars because one thing the leasing agent didnt lie about is the soundproofing in apartments. Finally able to sleep, finally some peace and quiet. I dont hear anything above me and trust me apartment i came from in brooklyn was the absolute ...

Lara Mates

Future please don’t rent this place out, the management embarrassed me in front of my family while we were having a small gathering of less than 4 people in their, they asked us to leave on a quite weekend afternoon when there was no one in the clu...

Sondra Laskay

Are pets allowed at La Rochelle?

Gre A

If you are looking for an apartment, this is not the place to go. I filled out two of their forms on their site to get information and to schedule a viewing with no response, I called and left messages and still no response. I am moving into NY from ...

Jarida Ulloa

Very nice staff. Great gym for a building. Package service can be a bit better due to the sharing of lockers sometimes but its still doable. I love where this building is located, literally everything is within the area. Building under construction r...

Anonymous

3 stars for grounds and noise . This place is still under construction. Once it is complete it will be a true gem. Big thumbs up to maintenance team. They seem overworked and probably understaffed but ALWAYS accommodating(ask for Mike) Leasing office...

Joanne G.

I have lived here for almost one year and although the building is under construction, the staff has been extremely communicative with updates and safety precautions. I have never waited more than one or two days to have a service repair and I have n...

Anonymous

Please skip all the negative reviews!!! This is the most friendly and easily accessible community tower in New Rochelle!!! yes ,they are updating all amenities and most people would be thrilled knowing that they will be first to use all state of the ...

Anonymous

This is the worst experience I have ever had in my life, I lived better in the middle east! I feel as though I was held hostage for 6 months and grateful I can leave: Rent: I signed for $2500 for a 2 bedroom. Amenities, Electric and One parking space...

Anonymous

i would never advise anyone to move in here! they are scam artists! it takes them a long time to answer maintenance requests, the leasing office staff are not well trained , unprofessional, and frankly just rude. there are constant complaints from fo...

Anonymous

I was a former resident at this building the staff were rude to me and my spouse on the day we were moving out especially the leasing office staff. They charge you for everything including to reserve the service elevator to move out, also the elevato...

Bit pricey but luxurious apartment

Lindsey E.

As much as it saddens me to say it, I would not recommend moving in here. I have lived here for more than 3 years and Bozzuto/the current owners are getting rid of all of the things I love about this place, and actually made me pick it over living in...

Lindsey

As much as it saddens me to say it, I would not recommend moving in here. I have lived here for more than 3 years and Bozzuto/the current owners are getting rid of all of the things I love about this place, and actually made me pick it over living in...

Michelle G

Home is a feeling & I’m delighted to call this home! It’s safe, clean,& close to everything. It’s the shortest commute to the metro north ever! All the neighbors seem nice and most people smile. I needed a repair done and it was done within 24 ...

ballethiker

La Rochelle is a wonderful, diverse community of friendly, family-oriented people. The Bozutto management is excellent because their primary goal is to run a professional and successful building. My experience from the first visit to the leasing offi...

Joan Cucino

Very Impressed With Apt. Complex. Staff Very Friendly. Apt. Building & Apts. Ammculate. Full Amenities ( Outdoor swimming Pool, Full Gym, Conciere Services, All Types Of Restarunts &. Shopping Right Outside Front Door .Beautiful View Right Outside My...

Chris H.

The advertised rent is NOT what you actually pay. That's a teaser. Here are the extras that are REQUIRED of all tenants: $900 per year for sewer. $1020 per year for the gym and pool, whether you use them or not! And $240 per year for trash removal. A...

Dewin Paredes

For starters elevators half of the time are not working you must give yourself 20 minuets extra in the morning if going to work or school and be ready to be squished with like 15 people already in there , elevator in the garage works maybe twice a mo...

Anonymous

I've been at La Rochelle for a year now and I'm very happy with the new management here, Bozzuto. They are very thorough and informative as to all that has to do with this building. For me, the cost to live here is relative to other communities or ho...

vane brm

The price doesn't Mach the quality. Is a cheap place with luxurious price

This property is good, but there are several hundred dollars in additional fees that aren't listed in the posting. If I had known it would cost $300 per month to park two cars, I wouldn't have bothered.

Megumi Omonishi

I am a current resident for 1.5 years. My experience so far with La Rochelle is great: clean building, nice and helpful staff, and occasional fun events for residents. It is so close to the station (10 second walking distance). I have nothing to comp...

Anonymous

I live on one of the upper floors and initially it was quiet and uneventful. And then suddenly, there was regular pot smell emanating from one of the neighboring apartments. We complained many times but nothing was done. Everytime we smell it we woul...

Ivett K.

Good afternoon, Hi on March 24, 2017. There was no one at the front desk when I entered. Someone let me into the building. I found leasing office on my own, because I had visited the property before. The agent that gave the tour took me to see a two ...

Josh A.

Horrible experience! This building isn´t suitable for families this place is dirty, and the people from management aren´t knowledgeable about the business. I saw a mouse several times at the event salon during the night where children were playing ...

joshineurin

Horrible experience! This building isn´t suitable for families this place is dirty, and the people from management aren´t knowledgeable about the business. I saw a mouse several times at the event salon during the night where children were playing ...

josh ingeurin

Horrible experience! This building isn´t suitable for families this place is dirty, and the people from management aren´t knowledgeable about the business. I saw a mouse several times at the event salon during the night where children were playing ...

Doug Musser

Great building, apartment was quiet, nice gym and friendly residents.

Dagny v.

Have lived here for 6 months and Bozzuto recently took over with many improvements. I made a request to change a floor cleaner used in the common areas which aggravated my allergies and this was promptly addressed and the cleaner changed. The communi...

Anonymous

Please learn from my mistake and read reviews and walk around the neighborhood before you move in. If you want to live in an apartment building that smells like pot and is not safe then this is the place. If you are a hardworking individual looking f...

HyoGin Bang

Worst staff ever. I'm a current resident and cannot wait until my lease is over. I've had issues with them from day 1. The manager who showed me the apt. gave me misleading info. The kitchen cabinets were falling apart and was promised that they will...

CrystalHYL

This apartment building is super expensive. Remember what rent you see is JUST the BASE RENT. You need to pay sewer fee $45, common place fee $85, trash fee $20, parking fee + utilities besides the base rent. In addition, when you move out, you need ...

Verified Resident 268047

I have been living in this apartment community since 2011. I like the building, apartment layout, nice view of the Long Island Sound, amenities such as pool, gym and clubroom, great location near public transportation, cafes, restaurants and shops, l...

Verified Resident 262226

Apartment is ok but my car was hit and no one seems to care. We are paying for a parking spot and the least we deserve is the car is safe up there, but unfortunately it isn't. When we move out the finishes of the apartment weren't in good condition.

Verified Resident 261268

The building and grounds are immaculately maintained. Staff members are courteous and helpful. The leasing department is great to work with. Great amenities, especially the pool. I love that I can walk to the train station, stores, and restaurants.

Anonymous

The leasing staff sells the idea of living here as something it is not. Don't be fooled by the attractiveness of what you are shown during the initial tour. It would be a dereliction of duty if you do not speak to current residents and read online re...

Jessica_mathtower

The building staff in this building is so so so stupid. They make all mistakes or intentionally make money from you. You have to spend time arguing with the rent, the price. I beg you NOT to move in AT ALL!

Verified Resident 223645

Move in was easy. Very helpful and nice staff. Some appliances are in a bad shape and need replacement. I am currently suffering from a non working air condition. I like the house keeping. Some of the corridor walls could be refreshed. Good, fresh sm...

Verified Resident 220627

La Rochelle Apartments have a diverse community that gives a sense of belonging. Professional staff, friendly neighbors, clean corridors and fresh elevators is a plus. It's close to everything: the Metro North for an easy commute into Grand Central, ...

Verified Resident 218677

The building is kid and pet friendly, located directly next to the train, and is convenient to shopping, I-95, and restaurants. Overall it's a good family-oriented building with nice neighbors and professional management.

Preethi Ramesh

Just moved in to the apt. Heat does not work and I left maintenance emergency message twice but still no response. We slept with our jackets. Horrible horrible experience.

Verified Resident 216082

Outstanding people, very helpful and very professional Location is perfect for commuters to Manhattan This leasing process is very straight forward has exceed my expectations. Excellent place to live in and to call home.

Verified Resident 214462

The building has a wide variety of people from all classes and ethnic backgrounds. It has a very convenient location. The actions of the new building Management is a marked improvement compare with its predecessors. (more proactive) The building is u...

Verified Resident 208778

Neighbors smoking marijuana is a common thing. Unsafe location to live. I'd choose this place again. 4 motorcycles stolen from the garage building, mine being one of them, and nothing was done to improve safety in the community. Managers are not resp...

Verified Resident 206692

I have lived here for almost two years and i have to say for basics necessities La Rochelle fits the bill. Although the constant smell of weed and lack of respect by other tenants have made my living here a bit unsatisfied. The building is advertised...

Anonymous

La Rochelle is a very well run building with many amenities. It is across the street from the Metro North Station, right in downtown New Rochelle and across the street from the Library - so convenient! The staff is terrific - very responsive and frie...

Verified Resident 196521

The building is beautiful and maintained. The staff is pleasant. Repairs are made immediately. It's located in the heart of new Rochelle, close to varsity of stores, public transportation, and parks. It's a peaceful place to live after a long day at ...

Verified Resident 191956

The concept of this place is great however, you really could take a page out of The Huguenots' book! Their entire building is clean and well kept...not just the areas that are shown to impress potential renters.

Karan C.

Literally across the street from the station (couldn't have been closer). Great gym, swimming pool, courteous staff, clean, great apartments, awesome views. I hope i don't make it too popular and they increase the rent ;)

Renee P.

The apartment is a two bedroom, two bath lovely place. We are next to the train station so going to the city is a breeze. The maintenance personnel are helpful and friendly. They respond promptly to any request, although we've only had small issues. ...

Mares138

I lived in this building for four years and overall had a very positive experience, especially when the new management took over. In particular, Anthony Williams in the leasing office was an outstanding employee there. He took the time to listen to m...

Mark Douglass

They do not deserve one star... This is a toilet for a dog and the staff is horrible. Do not invest in the projects with a pool. They got me once, but not again...

Anonymous

I've lived in this building for over 10 years and in 2 different apartments. The newer management is trying to make a difference. The only stability in the building is the concierge. The rental office has always had high turnover. Could be the indust...

jrp

My family and I just moved to another apartment on a higher floor in La Rochelle. Now we look out and see the sound and the sailboats and the blue sky. You can't buy this view. Our apartment is beautiful as is this building. We always feel that we ar...

Verified Resident 139547

The community is very nice overall but maintenance and management can sometimes be kind of lazy and cheap to fix bigger/more difficult problems in apartments. The apartments are very nice though and I feel it's a relatively good value for your money ...

Verified Resident 139815

Very convenient if you are a Metro North commuter. The neighborhood is ideal with restaurants, entertainment, and supermarkets all within walking distance. In the summer, having access to a pool very much feels like a luxury living experience.

Anonymous

Nice place to live, appearance wise, but the rent is really not worth it. Appliances are outdated, HVAC units suck, amenity fee is additional even though it clearly states on their website that amenities are included (they get away with it by calling...

Verified Resident 138644

My family and I is enjoying the friendliness of the community thus far. We do wish that there was a physical doorman to screen visitors that enter the building. We were however impress with the community coming together for the resident night.

Verified Resident 123613

I am very happy with living at LaRochelle. My apartment is nice and sunny with great view of Long Island Sound. The staff are very courteous, friendly and responsive to resident requests. The building has great amenities such as exercise room, pool a...

Verified Resident 137370

All is well and the amenities are wonderful. However the appliance and the cabinetry in the kitchen is cheap and outdated. The staff members are professional. Ultimately, matters are addressed and resolved. Its a convenient location and safe for the ...

Anonymous

I love living in the building. The location is perfect for literally any of my needs with the supermarket, pharmacy and library all within walking distance. A lot of nice people in the building, I have never had an issue regarding neighbors or noise....

Verified Resident 135582

It has been nice living here but not worth the cost. With added utility, pet, and parking fees, it is not very affordable. The community seems very nice and I wish I had more time to take advantage of everything that is offered within the community. ...

Anonymous

Living at La Rochelle is great. The heat In The winter is very functional. If it gets too cold, they have an issue. The pool in the summer is great. Amazing actually, it's a shame it closes on Labor Day. The staff is pretty good, we've had a great ex...

Verified Resident 133795

It was ok. Too many pot smokers in the building. To many students. Not enough community events. The maintenance department does not immediately fix issues. Many times the diagnosis of the issue is incorrect and requires multiple visit. That is all.

Verified Resident 132509

Moved in 3 to 4 months ago with a lot of trepidation at the reviews I had seen. The apartment is very functional and decent. Staff are reasonably courteous and always at their post. Elevators are fast. Parking garage is convenient. Location is excell...

Verified Resident 131285

The latest building management team has enhanced its customer service which is refreshing. However some equipments are getting dated and inefficient. But if they put a replacement program in place over the course of the year it would be worth your wh...

Verified Resident 123073

Very nice spacious units. In-unit washer and dryer in the 1 and 2 bedroom units. Just a few steps from the New Rochelle train station. Grocery store, cvs, Bank of America close by. Can hear the neighbors. Maintenance requests are quickly answered.

Verified Resident 122723

My experience started off as a very good one. However, then the winter came and I realized that "Heat included" was a lie. I will not go through another Winter at this location. This location is very close to the water, and has consistently for years...

Verified Resident 118018

Comfortable. It is a calm, suitable neighborhood, with access to the necessary services, road links and with access to public transport. It is a building with extras that do the stay of the users more pleasent. I like to live into a safety environmen...

chrisdec89

No HEAT in units. Maintenance does not do a good job.

Verified Resident 121902

Overall ,y experience at LaRochelle has been great but as with any building you will run into the occasional reckless individuals. the only problem I see that needs to be address is renovations and management stressing tenants to me more respectful o...

Verified Resident 120038

The staff has always been helpful. Any maintenance requests are fixed within 24 - 48 hours. The other residents are friendly and the staff try to have events to bring everyone together. The location is extremely convenient to transportation, entertai...

Verified Resident 114555

So far I have had a great experience with LaRochelle. The place is well kept and beautiful property. The access to the train station is perfect for me. It was a pretty easy move in process and Anthony Williams was the best to work with. I look forwar...

Verified Resident 113386

The appartments are Clean, affordable, secure and in a good location ( 3 min going to downtown). People just treat you right, normal. People are friendly, the maintaining is right. They give five enough time to pay the rent and the utilities.

Verified Resident 112273

I am a new tenant. my overall view is that this environment is suitable to my requirements of a good pace to live. i only hope that I will be satisfied in the long run. so far I think that I have made the good choice.Time will tell. As long as the ma...

Verified Resident 108217

The location is excellent. Value for rent is declining, management is just working to increase rents but not adding any value whatsoever, compare yourself with the building in the neighbourhood. Treat existing customers with some regard dont just inc...

Verified Resident 93860

I love my new studio! The layout with the walk in closet is perfect for me. All of the residents and staff I have met have been very friendly. My only complaint is that the staff was not very proactive in providing move-in information to me (ex. rese...

Verified Resident 92100

My experience was pleasant and seemless, very professional staff. From my first visit to my move in I was very pleased. Everyone makes you feel at home and is quick to offer advise and suggestions in regards to the neighborhood, etc, would highly rec...

Verified Resident 90142

Well maintained building. Great team of leasing agents, very professional and responsive. Great building maintenance team: efficient and professional. Convenient location. Good value for the amount of space and great view. **** rating!!

Verified Resident 90181

Love the building. Love the staff. Love the maintenance guys. Love concierge. Love the neighborhood. Love the train. Things to improve: kitchens, blinds, windows in general, hallways. I like carpeting. Makes it feel more like home. Good shower heads.

Verified Resident 88956

The community is great and extremely clean. I find it to be a bit pricey but the train station being in the back of the building is definitely helped me with my decision making. The convenience of not having to walk blocks to the train station means ...

Verified Resident 88560

It is mixed. Security is good. Keep up the security. However, the elevators can also be better. It is tedious at times to wait for elevators. Due to so much traffic the elevators can get a bit dirty. Always having someone to clean it will be good.

Verified Resident 87848

Very good service from all the stall. Extremely courteous concierge service. Improved cleanliness. Efficient maintenance response. Jose you have a very professional team. The pool has been very well maintained and the life guards are doing a very goo...

Verified Resident 86604

The space available in the house is very approapriate for me and my family. What really intriuges me is the excellent attitude of the staff at the office and the reception. The carpets are always neat and the waste management system very hygienic.

woochow

I believe that this complex with its new owner and management team will be one of the finest in the County. It is important to know that this relatively new team took over this apartment only recently and has been working diligently to undo a good de...

noell77

First let me say that I am a native New Yorker , I have lived in the good and the bad , and have a reasonable threshold for simple issues. I moved here about 1 year and some months . the bad out-weights the good, so I'll start with the Pros first: Ge...

bimmer12

I moved in while Avalon East was still under construction- that is some time ago. Even if I wanted to stay longer that seems to be in contradiction to management's objectives. The horror stories over 5 years are too much to mention. I was able to mak...

Anonymous

La Rochelle formerly known as Station Towers formally known as Avalon formerly known as Bull****. You think you're going to get better service and understanding but you don't. Management can't give you straight answer and GOD FORBID you have an opini...

Anonymous

Best apartment find ever!! Not only do I love living here but the leasing consultants are beyond amazing, top- notch customer service....EVER. Katherine is always ready and willing to help. This building is luxurious yet cozy.

Anonymous

This is a very luxaurious apparatment.The staff there are very friendly, very courteous and very warm. There is a playroom for the kids weii equipt, a gym and a club room which u can use for a party for a small cost of $100 per hr.

Anonymous

I have lived in this building for several years, so I can definitely speak to the transition from the Avalon to La Rochelle... I can't say enough good things about the management team. They actually care about the residents, and make every effort to ...

Anonymous

La Rochelle has been a great place to live. Much improvements have been made since they took over the building from Avalon. Easy access to NYC. Great apartments.

Anonymous

I did not have a good experience with La Rochelle. The elevators did not work, every month there was a problem! It was very scary to be on a elevator that stopped working and suddenly dropped a few feet! In the middle of winter, the heating system st...

bcs282

I've lived in the building for almost a year now, and it's honestly been one of the best living experiences I've ever had. The building is beautiful as are the individual apartments, and you can't beat the amenities that are available. The staf is al...

Anonymous

Well been here since August 2013 and this building is a ---- HOLE!!! Cops all over twice a week firefighters as well due to false alarms.Heat doesn't work,garage gate broke all the time,i got stuck inside of elevator bunch of times.Safety here is not...

Anonymous

First of all, I would like to say two things, 1.I have lived in the original Avalon (not Avalon east across the street). I had a lot of problems with administration and their behaviour. 2.I am a -------- person , my family is -----------. 3.While I n...

Anonymous

Moved in 2013 and the building has had nothing but problems. The heating DOES NOT work. They have attempted on numerous occasions to fix it but the property was not built correctly. The units can not be shut off (and you pay to run them) and they blo...

Aca112002

Warning warning warning do not move here had a horrible experience with avalon on the sound east. Hmmm where do I start, let's see ok my wife was getting on the elevator and as the door was closing she pressed the button door opened and the gentleman...

Anonymous

DO NOT APPLY with this place!!!! I mistakenly applied here as a back up to another place I wanted, because I am moving from out of state. I was approved, and was told to let them know by Monday if I wanted the place, or they would let the apartment g...

sherilsam

Stay away from the apartment, I lived in this place for 2 years the only reason i choose to stay here is because easy access to metro north train station as i work in the city. the stay was just ok considering the rent they charge i expect better ser...

AndrewMar1975

Extremely over priced dump! Don't move here! Not only does this building suck, but the management office is the worst! I hate this place and can't wait to move out in a month! Please note - if you love the New Rochelle Police Department, then this is...

avalononthesoundsucks

DO NOT MOVE HERE. Inept management who cannot maintain the building. Security issues due to broken garage gates. The building is not kept clean, and nobody cares. You would be better off living in your car than in this dump. PS: having been here sinc...

Anonymous

Avalon on the sound East is an excellent place to live. The living environment is quiet, neat and safe. The management staff are very helpful and professional. The apartment equipments are all functional and in excellent condition. I highly recommend...

Anonymous

Avalon on the Sound has very nice apartments, amenities such as pool, yoga room and sports, friendly and courteous staff and great neighborhood. It is very close to Metro North and convenient for commuuting to NYC. The apartments are comfortable, sun...

icecreamsandwich

The worst management I have seen. They act so curtis until you sign the lease. They change completely once you sign the lease. This place is more dangerous than NY down-town. There where at least 5 shoot out in 1 year. I even witnessed one guy being ...

Anonymous

This place is horrible... I watched a lady get shot when I left my apartment. Read for yourself http://www.newrochelletalk.com/content/shooting-sidewalk-near-new-rochelle-train-station I never write reviews but feel that anyone who is looking to move...

Anonymous

Ive never lived here and never will, because they are insane.This is place is a rip off. They come across with a nice little package, and show you beautiful apartments - the apartments are nice looking, ill give them that. Things inside looked worn a...

Anonymous

This is a dangerous place. The first few floors are Section 8. Expect drug dealers and other criminals to be inside your building. Vagrants and drug dealers are outside the library across the street. Entering or leaving this building late at night is...

Anonymous

I have been living here about 2 months and am pretty happy with the place. The rent is not what you actually pay, so don't get tricked because there are all sorts of fees for amenities, water, etc. Make sure you understand the total price before sign...

Hospital506

My electricity bill is crazy expensive here, I am not living here more than few days a months, I think I pay the electricity and water for others who live here all the time. Very disappointed, very dirty place The laundry room is a mess, after chargi...

Anonymous

I enjoyed living at the Avalon on the Sound. The problems started when I left. We had agreed to one month penalty for early termination of a lease. I had lived in the building for almost two years. I paid the termination fee, admittedly a month late,...

amberthedog

I rented a studio apartment for $1700 including parking and common fees. Parking was a nightmare for guests - $20 a night for guest parking or get a ticket on the street- other option was park in a public lot ( real inconvenient). They failed to ment...

Anonymous

sooo many hidden fees the 24 hour customer service never answer the phone they keep getting into my place either by mistake or for -------- reasons it is terrible!! the geat was not working for weeks after we moved in and we were freezing and they di...

Anonymous

Be very careful before moving into this place. The Avalon staff are liars and scammers. When you move out- they will try to rip you off! Be very careful- take photos upon entering the apartment and exiting. Document every stain, scratch, and marking....

profiglov

the apartments are ok, but the staff is horrible. Management is not customer oriented at all and they try to squeeze you where they can. Increased rent by 20% from 2010 to 2011.

Anonymous

Although the front desk and maintenance staff are very friendly- the sales office is inconsistent and very slow to address the needs of the residents. The building itself has deteriorated in the last several years. If you do take an apartment in the ...

Anonymous

I HAVE LIVED IN AVALON ON THE SOUND FOR THREE YEARS AND LET ME TELL YOU THAT A SEVEN PERCENT APPROVAL RATING IS WAY TOO GENEROUS. HAVE YOU EVER HEARD OF THE TERM "A WOLF IN SHEEPS CLOTHING", WELL THEY CAN BE FOUND WORKING AT AVALON ON THE SOUND IN TH...

haywoodjablowme101

first off let's start with the section 8 on the first 6 floors. there are tenants paying only $300 a month to live in this bldg. then there is a crazy tenant who lives on the 3rd floot who is always asking for money or cigarettes. Hidden fees.....yea...

Anonymous

My husband and I moved to the Avalon in New Rochelle temporarily while we were in the process of buying a home. Our lease was for six months and had a pet. The rent plus fees was too much compared to the quality of life they marketed to us. It is def...

Anonymous

Very cheap crappy materials, not luxury by any means. a bit ------. bad management. I got an extra key for an $80 deposit. Returned the key at the end, they would not return the deposit. lease was up on a Sunday, they said to move out Friday or pay $...

quickread

Note: Before starting, I would like to say that my experiences here derive are from 2006-2007. It was just that I was really busy at the time , I let the APT complex get away with whatever, and could not do much about it. That particular frustration ...

Anonymous

I am going to see if I can file for Early Termination of my LEASE! No court required, I think. Just go to Management w/ a letter notifying them. (Laws differ in various places). There's probably a FEE as big as your rent (if you pay the fee, you prot...

Anonymous

I understand it's Friday/Saturday night.... but some of us have REAL jobs! Some have got to wake up early on the weekends to go to WORK and/or run errands or do things for their kids. I have to get up early Saturday/Sunday mornings to travel. Friday/...

Anonymous

Unless you hold New Rochelle responsible and take away their income... these problems are going to continue to happen. Don't contribute to the area at all until they value their residents. I blame New Rochelle authorities more than anything. And they...

Anonymous

Living here was the most miserable year of my life. The building and area are awful. The management company goes out of their way to screw you out of every dime they can. Luxury prices for a garbage product. They make you feel like they are doing you...

Anonymous

Avalon leases tens of thousands of units. Westchester County is home to many of their units. Hence, they're an economic force producing tax revenue and indirectly producing local GDP. Even though local town officials turn a blind eye, THAT'S NOTHING....

Anonymous

I wouldn't move to New Rochelle if my life depended on it. That town is horrible. I have alot of colleagues, friends, relatives that lived in New Rochelle... and they moved riiight out! Schools are okay, but Iona College is the WORST. Even people who...

newyorkcity2010

Can anyone recommend an apt complex to consider other than Avalon in the New Rochelle area? As long as I can get to NYC within 30 - 40 minutes, that would be great.

Anonymous

I see no one's entered a review since February of this year (2009). I have lived here at the Avalon on the Sound East for just over a year and have had a very pleasant experience. The staff has been consistently helpful and friendly toward me. I've h...

Anonymous

Lived there for a year and a half - among the lowlights: -Ridiculous $500 "amenity fee" that you have to pay every year. Shouldnt "amenities" already be built into the rent of this "luxury building". When I asked what it was for they said "the gym an...

Anonymous

I have been here for a year. The maintenance always uses short cuts to repairs and in a few days you have to ask the maintenance to come and fix the same problem! It is pretty annoying. The manager, don't know if there is one, does not bother with th...

wvogel

I lived here for 5 years. It was alright in the beginning, but then they got new management that were terrible. They towed resident's cars from their assigned parking spaces. We were buying a house and didn't want to commit to a new lease. They nearl...

Anonymous

Unfortunately, I can only confirm the long chain of problems and negative comments raised by the previous reviews. The Avalon properties in New Rochelle have a lot of problems (I can't speak for Avalon as a whole, but if New Rochelle is a representat...

Anonymous

Things are constantly broken and not fixed. On the outer appearance, it seems like a nice place. then once you move in, you start noticing all the problems. Elevators are always out of service. Bathrooms are dirty and not maintained well. Areas of th...

Anonymous

I moved in May of 2008 and everything that has been said before on this forum is true. The finishes are cheap, the leasing agents do not return phone calls, and often there is no one in the leasing office for long stretches of time. My move was a lon...

pond_d

The building itself is not so bad although its nothing terribly special either. My apartment was clean and freshly painted when I moved in and overall I don t really have any negative comments about the unit itself. If you re lucky enough to have an ...

Anonymous

i mostly love it here but they sure don't want us to stay. the more turnover the more they can charge. they are always imposing more fees, more rules. if we don't turn in a guest bracelet for the pool that night we are charged $25 or more, if we lose...

Anonymous

When your landlord is a pulicly traded company(stock symbol AVB) you better watch your wallet. Line item expenses are hidden in the fine print of your lease and on-site management is shockingly unavailable as company growth is accompanied by an ever ...

Anonymous

My girlfriend and I looked at this building since we wanted a nice building but without the NYC costs and hassles. We were looking at 1 BRs and were told that units were available during our time period. The leasing agent showed us a 1 BR on a "penth...

Anonymous

From the start of our apartment hunting experience we both admired and strongly considered the possibility of the AvalonBay Communities. However, attempting to get information on the apartments and have a leasing agent return our calls was nearly imp...

Anonymous

I recently moved from New York City, about a six months ago. I am so happy that I made the change. The staff is great and very wonderful, I have a stunnung view of New York City.

Anonymous

Someone at the leasing office told me I would be able to change my parking space to a covered one. I just needed to "wait to the next month" they told me. Finally, I was told that I could only change my assigned parking by paying a fee, which was nev...

Anonymous

Management is DECEITFUL, DISHONEST and LACKS COMMUNICATION SKILLS. Do not rent here under the current management. Make sure you are shown the apartment you are getting. Upon my visit, I was shown a penthouse level of the model I wanted, which they pr...

samster7002

How safe is New Rochelle, especially the area around Avalon on the Sound? What are other good apartments in New Rochelle besides Avalon on the Sound?

Anonymous

I lived here for one year and it was terrible. For what I payed I got nothing there is no security at all and to use the facilities they charge you five hunded dollars the apartment had many problems and never got fixed but the worst part was the peo...

Anonymous

I have never written a review on anything before, but I feel so strongly about how horrible this place is that I needed to write one. I have lived here for about 3 years now and I cannot wait to get out. There has been a lot of changes in these past ...

Anonymous

Also be advised that all parking rules are changing. No bicycle racks, no visitor parking, and families who were allowed to have 2 cars (for a fee of course) will now be forced to put the second car elsewhere, at considerable expense. Also, there is ...

Anonymous

If you're thinking about moving into an Avalon apartment in New Rochelle, make sure you consider this information first. In terms of utilities, expect to pay around 275$ per month for water and electricity for a 1 bedroom apartment with two people i...

Anonymous

Avalon on the Sound's marketing says "Time Well Spent". NOT! You will spend many sleepless nights from the train/construction noise or the college students playing pranks at 4am. They say this is Luxury Living, but whoever thinks that could not have ...

Anonymous

Apartments look very nice at first but once you love in, you find too many flaws. AC is horrible, noisy, during hot summer you have to wake up in the middle of night to turn it off if it is too cold... or it is cold early spring and heat is still not...

Anonymous

Basic housing, good staff. Make sure you pry them for a free month. They will give it to you if you press on a 1 yr. Make sure they put everything in writing and guarentee the price quote for at least three days, or they will up it on you. Beside ren...

Anonymous

I have been staying at the Avalon on the Sound community for close to 2 years now and I promise never to stay in an Avalon property ever again and actively discourage my friends who are considering staying in any of communities. Here are some of my i...

Anonymous

Pros: Modern construction Nice views from upper floors Pool, gym, lobby, decoration Indoor parking Train to Manhattan Cons: -Quality is deteriorating: elevator spitting, resident appearance, even graffiti! -Immediate neighborhood -Traffic noise and ...

JackAllen

I never used the computers, but I did use the faxes and copiers. Of course, after 4 months, you had to supply your own paper, but that's fine, apparently folks were stealing paper. And this was before the onslaught of weirdos described in the other p...

CBarkleyMD

I have lived here with my wife for 3 years. I have noticed a few of the problems with the students, but many of the bad ones have been evicted according to the leasing office. Within the last 2 months I have seen drunk Iona students vomiting in the t...

TravelingMan021

I found out I was to be working in N.Y. for three months about four days before I had to move. In the frantic apartment searching that went on I found the Avalon Communities web page. My time here has been very enjoyable. I have talked with the staff...

Anonymous

This is a copy of an email I sent to the woman I sublet from. Where do I start. The door lock broke twice. the smoke alarms go off for no reason. the windows were a problem opening and closing and would get stuck in either position but they came a...

Anonymous

Moved into this place in Sept of 2004 before the invasion of the Iona idiots. The review below has it right on the money. However, I must add that these Iona punks drive like maniacs in the garage. I nearly had an accident on numerous occasions becau...

Anonymous

Well, things have certainly gone downhill here recently. The managanement made the ill-fated decision to rent to Iona College students. I have nothing against college students in general, even ones from Iona, a school that seems to have rather gener...

Anonymous

Have been in love with the apartment ever since I set my eyes on it. Had to wait quite a while for a good deal (rent). The services r outstanding, taken care of in a couple of hours (mine was not even a emergency).The commute to Manhattan is a breeze...

Anonymous

Compared to another Avalon that I am currently living in this is by far a better establishment. I lived in the Avalon on the Sound for 1.5 years until I moved out of state for a year. The advantages of this buidling is for one it is new. No broken in...

Anonymous

Pros: The building is pleasant, comfortable and well decorated. The community is cosmopolitan. Parking is ample and convenient, train station is a step away, gym and pool areas are in good shape and never crowded. Free computers with DSL connection, ...

Anonymous

Management is not very accomodative and doesn't do enough upkeep.

whchang

When I was looking for apartments, I used apartmentratings.com, and I sometimes wondered if some of the reviews were posted by management; so, for what it´s worth, I´m not one of them! I´ve lived here at Avalon on the Sound for a little over th...

pestifiu

Over priced for the location and the management is unprofessional

Anonymous

Avalon on The Sound is conveniently located by the Metro North railroad and near I-95. New Rochelle is a small but nice and clean community. I like the fact that itýs within walking distance to Stop & Shop and other smaller stores as well as a Regal...

Anonymous

Avalon on The Sound is a great place to live. The office staff is very friendly, helpful, and go out of their way. The maintence staff is absolutely wonderful. During the black out I dropped my keys down the elevator shaft and they went down to retri...

Anonymous

We have a great view of the manhattan skyline and the bay windows provide a 180 view. The setting, on top of the metro station is perfect. You don't need an umbrella on a rainy day because there is only a 20 ft walk to the covered railway bridge. 1 P...

Anonymous

It´s alright

heylollylo

Great Views, Convenient, Amenities