Village Green Company

Warning: South-facing units are a sauna and management isn’t transparent.

We were specifically told we'd have independent temperature control — our top priority when signing — but management quietly shut off the building AC for the season without notifying tenants. Even with outside temps in the 30s & 40s and windows open, our south-facing apartment reached 82 degrees during the day and stayed at 76 degrees overnight.

When we requested an early lease termination due to a medical condition that makes me sensitive to heat, management refused, falsely stating that allowing it would be discrimination against other tenants. They also refused any cost assistance to transfer units, despite the high cost and effort of having to move again.

Even with a portable AC and windows open, the temperature never drops below 74 degrees and still climbs to 80 degrees daily. It’s made working from home impossible and sleeping uncomfortable.

If temperature control or transparency matters to you, think twice before signing here, particularly for south-facing units.

I’ve lived at The Row on Merchant Townhomes for about two and a half years, during which there’s been at least one management change. Overall, my experience has been mixed. The location offers a quiet environment and decent space, but the quality of construction inside the unit feels somewhat rushed and cheaply done — both in terms of materials and workmanship.

While maintenance has generally been responsive, there was one notable instance where our washer broke and it took nearly three months to have it repaired, which was inconvenient. Additionally, considering the limited amenities offered, the distance from campus, and the overall build quality, I believe the rent is overpriced by roughly $300 per month compared to similar options in the area.

In short, it’s been a livable experience, but not one that fully matches the value or expectations for the price point.

Have really enjoyed my time at Hoover + Greene so far mostly due to the location, people and amazing apartment. There are some things the property management company could do to make this building perfect but overall it is a really great place.

Brookstone Crossing is a 10 minute drive to campus and is very secure. The complex is always upheld and the units are updated. The only issue is that communication with the main office was lacking while I was moving in, however they were changing parent companies during that time.

I have been very please with the property. It is well kept, property managers are extremely helpful and timely, and the apartments have a spacious layout. The kitchen has tons of storage, my bedroom holds: queen bed, tall/large dresser, two nightstands, and a desk. I have a very large closet and large personal bathroom.

The pricing could get a little steep. Parking (gated +$125/month or ungated lot +$110/month), gas, water, trash (+$15/month), and electric are all separate fees.

There are also lots of amenities: pet washing station, large package room, night parking lot security, key fab building security, gated dog area, gym, etc.

It is a super quick drive to the school every morning (about 4-10 min depending on traffic) and there are some restaurants along the street, with many other shopping centers in the vicinity.

I like where I am at. The buses take me directly to campus, so I do not need to worry about parking. It is expensive, but I have access to coffee and gym/sauna 24/7. Law school is busy, so prioritizing a comfortable living situation is important. It is worth the price.

I absolutely love living at HHT. I live alone with my dog and this building has been the perfect place for us. Right next to my building is Highland Park which is a 300 acre park. I did not want to live somewhere where my dog would have to pee on the sidewalks. Instead, my dog has 300 acres of surrounding open land where we walk daily. HHT has some of the biggest floor plans in Pittsburgh and the floor to ceiling windows offer an enormous amount of sunlight and are beyond breathtaking. I live in a one bedroom and one bathroom apartment that is beyond spacious. My apartment also has an in unit washer and dryer which was imperative. 71A and 71B are the two bus options you have to take to Pitt Law everyday. The bus stop is right outside of HHT and we are the first stop to be picked up on the route and last to be dropped off, but it is not a long ride. The community at HHT is very very close knit. I have so many friends that live in the building and the property manager, Tena, is amazing! One of my favorite memories of HHT so far is having our annual "Doggy Dip Day" which is the day before the pool gets closed for the year, all residents are allowed to bring their dogs down to swim!

Hoover and Greene is the best apartment complex in A2. It is pricy for a 1Bed/1Bath, but the other options near campus are not much cheaper (maybe $100 /mo less). The amenities are great, leasing office is friendly, they have monthly events, location is perfect, and the apartment layouts are nice.

The biggest expense is parking which is over $200/mo so if you don't have a car, it really helps

Expensive but worth it.

Cheap cabinets and cheaply built apartments, quite neighborhood and decent amenities, management company is incompetent, good for 1-2 year temporary residence but not long term.

As another person mentioned there's been an issue with water flooding the basement as well as upper floors. Heard about someone's third floor apartment getting flooded as well.

Garage has been broken over and over, they installed some stupid new thing where it reads an electronic sticker on your car...surprising no one there were multiple times where it didn't work.

I've never had a worse apartment experience.

1.) The most serious issue has been the leaking ceiling, which started in August 2024 (when I moved in!) and is still unresolved (May 2025). Despite multiple maintenance requests, no effective repairs were made. In fact, the issue was either ignored or met with temporary, failed fixes (including putting a fridge drawer under the leak to catch the water, she's pictured in the video....). After speaking with the magistrate, we were advised that the unit should be considered "uninhabitable" according to Pennsylvania Tenant Law, especially in regards to the water damage and risk of mold. My partner and I ultimately broke our lease early—this situation was unacceptable, and with our demanding jobs, we didn’t have the capacity to manage the escrow process. They continue to act like they did US a favor by not charging as "early termination" fees, as said by their current Property Manager.

2.) Promised rent concessions were never honored for over six months, resulting in significant overcharges—thousands of dollars. When I raised this issue, it was initially dismissed. I was only reimbursed three months later after calling persistently, without apology. I fully expect similar issues with the return of my security deposit. Ironically enough, the week before I leave, I have been charged "late fees" for paying my rent early as their system hasn't been posting their fees in a timely manner.

3.) My car sustained $1,335 in damage due to a leaking, rusty pipe in the garage. The garage is poorly maintained and not secure. Albion covered only $111.48 of the cost (less than 10%), and that was after extensive back-and-forth.

Overall, the property is not well maintained—hallways constantly smell, mice are common in the winter, and general upkeep and customer service are lacking. Yet management continues to charge “luxury” rates without providing appropriate service or support. I would strongly advise against renting here, especially when there are far better-managed options in Bloomfield and Shadyside. More than happy to provide additional photos of this. Will also be posting this on the Bloomfield Buzz and other forums. -Apt 142

This is the perfect place to live. It is a safe neighborhood, in walking distance to two grocery stores (Aldi and Giant Eagle), and an 8 minute drive to campus. If you don’t have a car, there is a COTA bus stop right outside the Meridian that stops by the school (and COTA is free with buck ID). Grandview is the place to be. I went here for undergrad too and we all lived east of High street and then came to Grandview after we graduated. Most people who live at the Meridian are grad students (doctors mainly) or new working grads.

The apartment complex is nice and the apartment layouts are massive, especially for the rent compared to options on High St. While it is a 30 minute walk from OSU campus, Columbus buses stop right by each side of the apartment complex and drop off in front of the law school. My biggest complaint is the parking situation can be chaotic, but it’s only really bad if you have to find parking at night.

Very close proximity to clinic