Camden Lamar Heights Apartments

I really want to love Camden, as the apartments and amenities are nice, and the maintenance team is friendly and responsive. Unfortunately, I can only give a 1 star until safety and security concerns are addressed appropriately.

My car was just broken into on the 4th floor of the parking garage. The passenger's window was completely smashed (and no, we don't leave valuables or visible items in the car). Unfortunately, this is not the first time we've experienced a security concern, attempted... break-in, package theft, or car break-in as a resident here. Someone even previously attempted to commit grand theft auto by breaking into and hot-wiring our other vehicle.

Other residents frequently experience similar issues, including quick and persistent porch pirates (if your package is on your doorstep for more than 30 minutes, it's probably gone). Another resident had the wheels stolen off his car, someone else had their catalytic converters stolen. Another resident witnessed an individual walking down the hallway attempting to open front doors one by one. Another resident's truck was stolen. It is endless.

It's very clear from my own experience and after speaking with other residents that these security and safety breaches are a common occurrence. While I fully understand that Camden can't prevent crime from happening, there are many opportunities to implement stronger deterrents and safety procedures that Camden is failing to address. This is completely unacceptable.

The major changes I would like to see implemented immediately:
1. Hire a full-time, on-site security officer (who is not a shared resource with other locations) to patrol the premises, hallways, and parking garage during the hours of 8pm-8am
2. Install additional security cameras in every corner of the parking garage and in stairwells
3. Secure all access points from the parking garage to resident hallways so that they require Chirp or keyfob access. Other luxury apartments have this additional layer of security so that if someone follows another person into the parking garage, the non-resident still can't easily access interior hallways or doorways.

I would like Camden to take the security of its residents seriously by escalating these concerns to the corporate office and pushing for additional safety measures. Read More

I have to say, things changed for the better when I started living here. I had my own little duplex before this and SWORE I would never live in another apt again. I loved having my own space and yard. However, I was drawn in by the apt units that have their own live/work commercial space below. I opened up my own business and have the luxury of a 25 step walk to work down my own stairwell.

The apartment is quiet with a gated parking garage, Doors have keypad locks and internally thick walls... so I rarely hear my neighbors. Unit Perks are things like beautiful high ceilings, tons of storage and windows, a garden tub, granite countertops and a deep set sink. Not to mention valet trash pick up, a pretty fresh gym and a "Clubhouse" with a full kitchen. The pool is placed where you would normally see a courtyard in older apts. It's surrounded by palms and units, so it's not directly out on Lamar, it feels sort of peaceful ( if you can drown out the sirens and sounds of the street!)

Super perk!
I have to hand it to their maintenance team! Ram and Joaquin are quick to respond (often times same day) and they have been paramount in helping my business open (in the middle of COVID!) From answering questions about the building for my contractors to actually physically doing some heavy lifting and suspending things from my ceiling! The people hired at Camden truly know what they are doing and actually fix the things they are called in for! Silly to say but, in my experiences with other apt complexes, I found the maintenance teams to be unreliable and often times causing more harm than good. Not here! Ram and his team really want to keep the property and units looking good and fully functioning.

I trust them to take care of not only me and my home but my business and my fuzzy fur baby ( who loves the on site dog park fyi.) Definitely check this place out! Read More

I moved into this community back in July and it's already been a much better living experience than my previous one. The leasing team has been so helpful with tending to any of my needs from the get-go. The maintenance staff have been super quick to resolve any fixtures that I've needed and they do a wonderful job at maintaining the building. I really enjoy the amenities such as the gym and pool, and it's been easy to maintain social distancing in these areas because they don't ever get crowded... .

I personally have not experienced any package theft and I receive deliveries every week. I even forgot that I had package delivered to my door while I was out at work all day and when I got home that night, it was still sitting outside. If you ever do receive a package and won't be home, you can reach out to the leasing staff and they would be happy to slide the package into your apartment for you!

Overall, the staff, both leasing and maintenance, are very friendly and they really strive to take care of their residents! I highly recommend this community and the location is great. Read More

I moved to this community back in July and it's already been a much better living experience than my previous one. The leasing team has been so helpful with tending to any of my needs from the get-go. The maintenance staff have been super quick to resolve any fixtures that I've needed and they do a wonderful job at maintaining the building. I really enjoy the amenities such as the gym and pool. It's been easy to maintain social distancing in these areas because they don't ever get crowded and... there are many signs that promote being safe.

I personally have not experienced any package theft and I receive deliveries every week. I even forgot that I had package delivered to my door while I was out at work all day and when I got home that night, it was still sitting outside. If you ever do receive a package and won't be home, you can reach out to the leasing staff and they would be happy to slide the package into your apartment for you!

Overall, the staff, both leasing and maintenance, are very friendly and they really strive to take care of their residents! I highly recommend this community. Read More

UPDATE:
I had a 5 star review, but I'm downgrading it to 1 star. I've lived here for over 5 years. The top priority for me living anywhere is security and safety. We have a serious issue with package theft and auto theft crimes at Camden Lamar Heights. The management here for years have known of these issues but have shown to action to prevent such crimes.

Camden is otherwise a GREAT community, it has a great maintenance staff who have been here for years and the grounds are kept well. The... apartments themselves are nice, spacious, with high quality flooring, appliances, and bathrooms. But if you care about safety and security, I would not recommend it to you. If you care about having a management team that truly cares and is empathetic, I would not recommend this specific apartment building to you.
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