I've lived in a variety of apartment complexes, both lower-end and higher-end than Summit Ridge. I have to say that for the amount of rent that you pay here, you get GREAT value.
Here are the Pros:
I love the staff... they are very friendly and fix our problems the next business day after we report them. The grounds are beautifully kept in the summer, even to the point that some of the people in our building love to go out and play frisbee on the lawn, and others sit under a shade tree and read. Regarding the previous two reviews, I'm wondering if these individuals ended up in a bad building or something similar. Our neighbors are all extremely friendly and honest and we regularly help each other out. We have never had anything stolen or vandalized. Only once was the neighbor next to us too loud and we simply asked that he tone it down and he did and has been quiet ever since. Another of our neighbors is an older lady that has been living there almost since it was built and just loves it. She continued to live there after she retired from the DTC life and has no intention of moving. Another plus is that the buildings are nearing the end of renovation, with new paint, carpeting, etc. It's shaping up very nicely. I also want to mention that although I have seen the police there, on four separate occasions during the 2-1/2 years that I've lived there, these occasions were repeatedly for the same two families who have since been evicted. There have been no issues since. And finally, the square footage of the apartments is absolutley huge for the amount of rent being paid. Do the comparisons yourself for neighboring complexes and you'll see the difference.
Now for the cons:
It is true that the parking situation is dire. I ended up paying a little extra for a garage space so that I would have set parking and not have to worry about it. The security gates do occasionally get stuck in the open position in the winter because of the freezing temperatures. Also, the complex backs up to I-225, so the freeway noise can get a little lound depending on which way your apartment is facing. These are the only negative things that I can think of.
Overall, I am truly enjoying my stay here. I just renewed my least for another 18 months, the longest lease offered. The office also reduced my rent when I renewed my lease. This is the only complex that I've lived in that hasn't raised the rent upon lease expiration. I have already recommended Summit Ridge to several friends who are currently unhappy with their respective apartment complexes. I recommend that you come here and check the place out and see if you feel that it's right for you. Give it a fair chance... you'll find that it's a great place.