TGM NorthShore

The application process was a bit longer than I’m used to, as I’m familiar with the downtown Chicago process where you’re typically fully approved within three days or less. Communication throughout the process could have been better, but Meg and the team were lovely overall and did their best to assist.

The move-in day process was also a bit lengthy, as the team took time to fully explain the community guidelines. While it took some time, I understand why it’s necessary. The parking situation… was initially a little unclear, but the issue was resolved quickly.

That said, the apartment itself was wonderful upon move-in. It was clean, beautiful, and everything I was hoping for when choosing my new home. I was very pleased with the condition of the apartment and the overall move-in experience once I got settled in.

Overall, I feel that the TGM team is doing their best. I understand that things happen, and it seems that Meg and Joshua are genuinely trying to work with me and make the transition as smooth as possible. The community, neighbors, and concierge team have all been great so far.

I would definitely suggest considering this community for your next home! Read More

The location of this complex is great - its only positive feature; Mariano's next door, close to the highway, close to the amenities of the North Shore.

The cons:

The units are extremely overpriced for their tiny sizes and the building is poorly made.

One of the worst features is its lack of sound insulation. You hear it all. Neighbors arguing across the hall, neighbors next door watching television, every step of your upstairs neighbor at all hours, and the dog down the hall who is crying… and howling all day while waiting for its owner to return home from work.

Craftsmanship is cheap and poor. Doors aren't flush with their frames, faucets separate from the wall, loud HVAC systems. The smoke detectors are a joke. Dinner time is a symphony of alarms going on and off along the entire floor, every night. I no longer use my stove or oven because it will set the alarms off - even if I'm only heating some frozen chicken fingers. No toaster. Only microwave all the time.

Heaven help you if you live on the south side of the building facing the outside perimeter. The Mariano's receiving dock is there and receives semi-truck shipments of groceries 24 hours. That is also where the garbage trucks pick up and slam the dumpsters first thing in the morning. Also where the building's smokers congregate.

The complex requires guests to obtain parking passes to stay in the garage. Unless they request an overnight pass, the tow truck will be waiting until exactly 10:00 PM when it will start taking cars. No mercy. Have your friends park at Mariano's.

I would highly recommend looking elsewhere. You can get an additional 200+ sq. ft and a quiet environment for the same price almost anywhere else. Read More

Where do I even begin. Long story short, it has been about 3 weeks since we moved here, which we regretted doing so every single day since.

Considering the cost to rent a unit here, you'd expect a somewhat decent environment. That's not the case for us. It has been a constant struggle dealing with the noise above, below, around us, and across the hallway. We can hear the people above us move around all day, everyday. Management told us they were going to look into it - but we highly doubt it.… We've lost count on the formal complaints we issued to management.. No change.

We have nothing against pets - particularly dogs.. Big dogs.. That barks every single time something moves. There's no such thing as noise dampening in this building.

There's a lot more to add, however, it won't do any good spelling out every issues - we're not difficult people. But our thoughts are, go elsewhere. It's sad. Read More