I moved to Grande View in 2021. I moved to the area from Georgia to assume a role as a local news anchor and reporter with WLOX. I am now heading out to another state for work (Feb 2024) -- but I first wanted to share how my experience has been living at Grande View.
I immediately signed a lease here, and when it came to an end about 14 months later, I chose to renew because I actually haven't found another complex that compares. I've lived here with my large golden retriever in both a 1bed/1bath unit and 2bed/2bath. (The bathtubs and fireplaces are dreamy!)
The location is perfect. You can walk to the beach anytime, drive about 15 seconds (or even walk as well) to Starbucks, restaurants, a movie theater, mall, an awesome thrift store that I also recommend - and quite a bit more. Our news station is also a 3-minute drive away.
It's really convenient. But I also feel safe, even though we're in the hub of everything. I've never witnessed - or heard of - any crime here. I love that the entire property is gated.
But I think what I love most about it is the staff/management. There's no frequent turnover like I've experienced other places. The same group of people have worked here during my time here, and they are genuinely so nice. (That is also true when it comes to the community as a whole - everyone is very friendly here.)
I can honestly say I have never had a problem here that went unaddressed. I did face a couple moments of concern. But as soon as I communicated with the managers, they were on it right away to help me.
I'm typically not the type to leave reviews for things. That is, unless I'm exceptionally pleased or incredibly disappointed lol. And I only have great things to say about Grande View. Sad to go. But I do hope I meet a team like this at my next location.
10/10 recommend!