I like how neat and quiet it is, and also the proximity to the stores and SMU shuttle bus stop .

cheap, nothing fancy

The apartment itself has everything a new to U.S resident can ask for, besides furniture. But they offer a discount rate for furnishing companies. The location is great if you study at SMU since it has access to two different shuttles, one for free, that goes through campus. It is also close to a lot of convinient stores, and malls. So buying groceries does not require for you to have a car or pay for an Uber everytime. The complex also have great commodities, as swimpools, a lake dog park, gym, and a golf course. The rent is a little bit high compared of what you can get in other parts of the city but If you can afford it it is totally worth

At village bend the apts themselves are nothing special. But we do have a washer/dryer and 2 bathrooms for under 2000. We also have plenty of space for two people and a dog. The amenities at the village are unbelievable. Multiple pools, gym, park, and restaurants are all included.

Its not the best, but a good price for what you get.

My rent was raised due to the new businesses and gym in the area. Despite the price, all of the appliances are old and the majority of the amenities are closed. There have been multiple power outages in the building that are not weather related. I’ve had issues with people not keeping their pets on leashes, leaving waste and trash outside my door and on my balcony, and noise. Management is rude. The area is difficult to navigate, which usually results in packages and food being delivered to the wrong address. They do not have a comprehensive map of the neighborhood and the building numbers and signs are small.

Very pleased with the villages. The amenities are great as well as the management and neighbors. My only complaint is that the windows allow noise to come in from the parking lot.

Most of the apartments in the Bend are a little on the older side because most were built in the late 70s/80s and many do not have washer dryers with several others also not having connections. Overall though the apartments are nice and with the Entertainment District continuing to be expanded there are a lot of extra benefits to take advantage of.

Great place to live, very safe, apartment is clean and bug-free. Rent was increased this year and that's made it difficult for me. If it increases again next year I will have to move. Other than that, very nice complex to live in.

You can survive.