Pros:
- Very good security
- Close to all Duke schools
- Clean
- No noisy parties
- High-end quality
- Many extra spaces including a huge gym
- Near to gas station with stores
- Duke free bus passes in front

Cons:
- The building structure is weak, if you have a neighbor that does not walk smoothly, the whole apartment will shake and you will hear strong stepping noise. (not recommended for people with misophonia)

Despite the higher cost than most other places, it has been 100% worth it! You pay extra for convenience (8-10 minute walk to TSCHE and hospital), safety (there is never a concern for break-ins and the building and garage a very secure), and overall quality of living. From the beautiful interiors of the apartments to the quiet neighbors to the amazing amenities (gym, steam room/sauna, hot tub, pool) this is the best place to live as a student and is worth every penny!!

Very close to Duke, easier 10 min walk commute. Definitely pricy but worth it for good gym and commute during clinical year.

Close to Campus

Living here has been a great experience - the building is beautiful with really great amenities. The gym is nicer than any other apartment gym I've been to. Management is really nice and responsive. Only downside is that the rent is pretty expensive, utilities are not included, and some apartments have windows that are right by the street.

Trinity is the closest apartment building to school--and thus the shortest commute time. If I forget to dress professionally for one of our mandatory "white coat" days, I can easily go home during lunch to change. The price of living so close (Trinity is admittedly likely the most expensive complex nearby) is slightly offset because I don't have to pay for a on-campus parking pass. The office is very friendly and helpful. There is a sauna, outdoor pool, hot tub, and resistance pool in addition to the gym! Security is very important to me, and having the locked entrances and night security guards has been very comforting to both me and my family. Emergency maintenance-- like broken AC or a leaky kitchen faucet--is fixed within hours. Non-emergency issues are fixed within a day or two, which is must quicker than students in neighboring apartments have said of their own maintenance.

I generally enjoy my apartment and the leasing office is usually helpful. The downside is it is very expensive compared to some near community like poplar west, but also safer I guess. I haven't heard any break-in since I came here, which could be somewhat frequent in some communities near by.

At first glance Trinity is alluring because it's close to school, new and has great amenities. But the service in the front desk is honestly terrible and that impacts so many things about living there. They hold on to your packages and are rude to you when you go down to get them. They send millions of non-sensical emails threatening to evict you or tow your car if you don't respond to them within the day. There have been several instances when service requests have to be redone 2-3 times because they do such a shotty job.

They overall make your life harder and are the main reason I would never recommend living heree.

Great location, shortest walk to med campus, lots of amenities, secure

I love my personal apartment. I get tons of compliments on it with its high ceilings, wood floors, and decor. I love that I can walk to the hospital and to the Duke campus, especially on days when I need to be there at 5:30 am. The gym is fantastic, and I've never had to wait for a machine (though I do almost always see residents or classmates there, so something to keep in mind if you like your workouts to be private). The people who work at the front office are nice and generally accommodating when I need something fixed. I have never had ANY pest problems whatsoever. I also have A LOT of space, including a dedicated study room (opted for a slightly larger floorpan), which made studying during first year very easy.

That being said, there is a lot about Trinity that is not a great deal for the amount of money you spend, especially if you want to live alone. For example, there is a hot tub I have never used. And, there is a pool, but it is one I likewise have never used because it's near Erwin Rd in what feels like a very public location and I also saw a rat there once. And finally, there is a giant chess board that I am sure some of my rent is paying for to cement the ambiance of the place, but is that really necessary? Similarly, if you are a pet owner, the pet rent is $30 per pet.

Depending on where your apartment is, you may have some noise -- that is not a problem for me, but something to keep in mind if you're a light sleeper. There also isn't a lot of greenery around outside the window though you are close to campus. All in all, it's really lovely and convenient, especially if you don't have a car or prefer walking to school/work; I just think that your money can go much farther in Durham if you don't feel a need to be within walking distance. The building also can feel very large and a bit soulless despite the best efforts of management.