I absolutely love living at the flats. The building is brand new, has ample amenities, and is less than a 15 minute walk from school. Our apartment is large - 1100 square feet for a 2 bedroom/2 bathroom which makes it easy to live with any roommate. While there are certainly cheaper places to live in Durham, the flats is certainly good bang for your buck. Similar apartment complexes in other cities are at least double the price. Other apartments nearby in Durham may be a bit closer to school but are older buildings and the rent is as expensive if not more expensive. If the flats is in your price range, I think it truly is the best place to live!!

This is a new complex that has a lot of potential for Fuquans because of its proximity to the school.

Highlights include a gym, free coffee, and new buildings. Pretty extensive greenery and well-kept common areas. Nice bike room for those that need that amenity. There's a good space for dogs nearby as well.

Management could improve on its communication methods: they seem to introduce new rules and regulations, or announce events, at a whim. Seems like a newsletter would serve them better. Be prepared to weather the fact that they are ironing out kinks, being that this is a new apartment complex.

The apartment itself is really nice with high ceilings, a good view, and good utilities despite some minor issues.

I had heard some horror stories about corporate apartment managers, but these guys have been great. Maintenance has been very responsive and helpful as well. Big shout out to Mallory in the front office and Al on the maintenance team.

Good - valet trash pickup, parcel pending delivery, responsive and nice management
Bad - Opened late, parking is open to anybody, flat looks like it was finished in a hurry