5/23/26
Verified Renter
I’ve made many reviews bragging about my complex, but I do it for a good reason! I’ve lived here since they began taking tenants. Literally I signed my lease before my unit was even done being built. The pool wasn’t even completed yet! So I’m an OG.
We all know how difficult it is to find a complex that meets our needs, and since I’ve found one I refuse to gate keep! I have friends who live in the expensive, fancy, South End apartments and even they wish their complexes were as great as this... one.
This is going to get long so buckle up buttercup.
For anyone who needs/prefers a place that is safe, it’s here. There’s an incredible security system for every building plus we have a security team that monitors the grounds every single night from 6pm-9am. All our doors and amenities require either a fob or the security app.
And speaking of every single night, we get valet trash pick up everyday! So no more stinky bags in our units until it’s “trash day”. There’s also storage units, garages, and even some parking spaces available for really good prices (especially considering how expensive things are nowadays).
The amenities here are *chefs kiss*. Our pool is beautiful and is open year round which is incredible for those hot NC days outside of “pool season”. Plus that also means you’re not paying for an amenity year round that’s only opened for only 4 months a year. We have a 2 story gym with the best equipment, and best part, is ALWAYS clean. One of my fav spots is the upstairs balcony in the clubhouse where you can sit on couches or hammock chairs and enjoy the weather looking out onto the lake. And we have an incredible community event coordinator named Christina who puts on the most fun, interesting, diverse, and inspiring events for the residents to take part of. Again, brag worthy!
The aesthetic of the property is also unique. It doesn’t feel like your average, typical complex. It looks and feels luxury. First of all it’s literally always so clean here which as a neat freak, I truly appreciate. But there’s unique architecture and design throughout the whole complex that is beautiful and I love showing it off to my friends. Even the layouts of each floor plan is aesthetically pleasing and cozy.
Lastly, the entire property team here is fantastic. I have unlimited horror stories from past places I’ve lived at, and here I don’t have a single one. I’ve talked to everyone from the property manager to maintenance, and every single person is so friendl
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Property Manager at NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities responded to this review
Wow, thank you so much for this incredibly thoughtful and detailed review! Reading your experience truly means the world to our team. From being one of our very first residents to continuing to call our community home today, we’re so grateful for... your support and trust in us over the years. We love hearing how much you enjoy the community amenities, events, cleanliness, security features, and overall atmosphere of the property. Our team works hard every day to create a place that feels not only comfortable and luxurious, but also welcoming and safe, so it’s incredibly rewarding to know those efforts have made such a positive impact on your experience. A special thank you as well for recognizing Christina and the entire property team. We’re very fortunate to have such passionate team members who genuinely care about our residents and community experience. Your kind words, enthusiasm, and continued support mean more than you know. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience and for being such an important part of our community since the very beginning, we’re lucky to have an OG resident like you!
