Sentinel Real Estate Corp

pretty bare bones, but don't pay extra for trash and parking.

Leasing office was slow to approve lease, which was nerve-wracking when coming from across the country (though this may have been due to COVID). However, we had a maintenance emergency that required us switching units, which they were very responsive to and took good care of us.

Complex is pet friendly, with only a 1-time deposit required. Convenient location for walking to school + close to grocery stores on Hillsborough. Plenty of parking available. Apartment layouts and construction are modern and fashionable. Avoid lower floors, as roaches can come in from the garage areas. Decent value for the price.

apartment itself is nice and spacious, close to campus and a good value but would be nicer if the units had balconies. the building amenities are just ok. the parking garage has been broken into several times. the recycling situation is a major hassle. maintenance is very responsive to issues.

15 minute walk to campus is very ideal. Many first year med students live here or at nearby apartment complexes, making it easier to meet people. One caveat is that management is poor and the location, besides proximity to school, is not great.

It's in old east Dallas, so it's still 20ish minute walk to West Village. It's a really great building and very cheap compared to everywhere else I looked. Once Covid restrictions loosen, it's a cheap and quick Uber to almost anywhere in Dallas. The leasing office is difficult to deal with, but I would definitely recommend this building to any SMU grad student. They also have a great dog area and very nice dog community in the building.

Close to campus but no station 9

Pros: Large(r) apartments, cheaper price tag, close to an eating complex and within walking distance of campus. Management has (so far) been responsive to complaints/requests for maintenance.

Cons: Feels too far from the Fuqua community - you can go on impromptu walks or drinks with classmates, but have to plan a little in advance. You will find yourself travelling a lot to 9th Street anyway, and the cab fees can become substantial. No grocery stores in nearby areas, we order online or pick them up when we're on 9th Street.

Decent place to live for a year or two

Great for living but you wont make many connections

Positives: 1. The place is walking distance to the Fuqua campus and a minute away from multiple eating joints (not as many as at Ninth street). 2. The management is responsive. 3. Lots of sunlight and can see Belmont lake from a few apartments.

Negatives: 1. This is no ninth street, so as many Fuqua students live here and there are not many social activities in the apartment complex, for those, you have to go to the ninth street. (Most occupants here are from Duke University Hospital and medical practices). 2. No grocery stores nearby, but since I order mostly from Instacart, doesn't matter to me as much.

The apartment complex has 3 dog parks. It's so much more convenient than taking them outside on a leash. The fixtures and appliances in my apartment are nice. Everything is new/updated.

The apartment itself is gorgeous. Unfortunately, management is not the best. They are slow to respond, and often not very helpful. The units are often not refurbished either so you may have to ask to have dingy appliances replaced.

Good property and location, somewhat expensive especially with limited amenity use (due to COVID)

Overall, the apartment is very nice. Good kitchen with new appliances. Can't beat location - 10 min walk to campus/hospital. Nice common space with printer, work out room, office space, free coffee. Floor plan is nice (but not great for roommates since there is not a full wall separating rooms). There is a maintenance portal which is very responsive. Only downside is that it is expensive for Durham.

Excellent apartment with great amenities. Maintenance is always very prompt and professional. They have also worked very hard to make amenities safe during COVID. It is a bit pricey, but cheaper than the other apartment complexes in the area (as in right off of Erwin within walking distance of the SoM)