Cardinal Group Management

I love it here; it has everything I could need and helpful management that are open pretty often (just not on weekends). Sometimes I get frustrated because door dash or packages sometimes don’t make it to me because the security on the building is tight. Need a key fob or a code to get in. Very safe though!!! It’s really expensive but for the square footage, trash service, quality of management, and niceness of the apartment, it’s worth it for me. Personally I am going to leave to find a cheaper deal but it was great for 1L year.

Although living here is a bit pricey, if you enjoy peace of mind and walking distance to school then this place is for you. I lived at another apt in LGD which was terrible, and then came here. Very drastic difference in the quality of the apt.

Excellent facilities, great staff, awesome place to live. When I first moved in 3.5 years ago, rent was $1800 and included parking. Now, rent is $2100 + $70 parking fee. Haven’t moved out just bc of the cost and inconvenience of moving.

Complex is great with many amenities including gym, pool, large shared workspace, and covered parking. Biggest downside is it’s on canal street which can get pretty loud at night and on weekends.

Great place but pricey.

Easy to move in but expensive for square footage

Thus far, I haven't had any issues with my apartment, building management, or the location. I have everything I need; the building has pretty nice amenities, and I have easy access to Rittenhouse, West Philadelphia, etc. I rate it a 7 because, sure, the place could be bigger, and there are some temperature issues in that the thermostat is virtually useless in the winter because the building is just pretty hot/warm as is, so it stays off. I think a big plus for me here is the location.

Pretty good

I love my building! It’s located in a quiet, nice neighborhood, and has tons of amenities, including a gym and many quiet study areas. I’m under 5 minutes away from a Giant with yummy restaurants nearby. I will be living here for all of law school.

Being this close to my school buildings is a phenomenal convenience. This apartment complex is in the heart of Penn campus, so busy students or those with mobility needs would benefit from its location. It also helps that utilities are included in the price, and my apartment was really clean when I moved in. There are plenty of issues, though:
- Confusing/contradictory communication from staff
- NO RECYCLING for paper, cans, or plastic?!?!
- No access to AC when building heat is on and vice versa. It can get pretty toasty!
- Around-the-clock construction nearby
- SUPER thin walls and big gaps under doors; you will know all of your neighbors' business, and they will know all of yours
- Leaning furniture
- Low-capacity washer-dryers
- Elevator problems. There can be a long wait because one of them is often out of service
- Package center is a mess. Even though they have you pay for ParcelPending mail lockers, they will often leave packages on the ground without notification.
- Front desk phone randomly hangs up after about 2 minutes into a call

I've really enjoyed my experience at the Madison. The apartment offers some amazing amenities including a gym membership, internet, and a dog park. They also host great events throughout the month, which makes it easier to find friends. Also the location is amazing, we're so close to Publix, Harris Teater, and Lidl while also being 10 minutes from Target, Walmart, Costco.

I like living here, generally. The area is very nice, but not too busy. Maintenance is great. No substantial parking limitations. Quiet. Only thing is that I put in requests for pest control to come, but they never actually come. Communication from management could be better.

Happy with experience thus far.

The apartment is great value overall, but the one major downside is that the garbage truck collects garbage 4 days a week at either 4am or 6am. The truck is very loud and regularly wakes me up. If you live facing the back of the building, keep this in mind depending on which floor you're on.

Location can't be beat. Fantastic amenities too.