Junction Landing Apartments 4417 42nd Avenue Southwest, Seattle, WA 98116

"In response to Alyosha O. Dear Alyosha, We would like to sincerely apologize for the ongoing issues you have experienced with the water leak in your unit. We understand how frustrating and inconvenient it must be to have to deal with this situation for such a prolonged period of time. Please know that we take your concerns seriously, and we are committed to resolving the issue as soon as possible. We have been actively working with a roofing company to identify the source of the leak and implement an effective solution. Unfortunately, locating and repairing roof leaks can be a complex and time-consuming process, especially when weather conditions play a significant role. Nevertheless, we acknowledge that the time it has taken to fix the issue is far from ideal, and we apologize for any inconvenience it has caused you. The Home Depot bucket was provided to you as a courtesy, so that you would not have to use a pot, or your own bucket, to catch the intermittently drips you experienced each time it rained. Our team is working diligently to ensure that a comprehensive repair plan is put in place to resolve the issue once and for all. In regards to your comment about the contractors performance, we immediately called the roofing company, each time you reported that you were experiencing a leak. The roofing company came out as soon as they possibly could. We are aware of the recent additional leaks in the building, and we are actively working to address these issues as well. We understand the importance of a safe and comfortable living environment, and we are committed to making the necessary repairs to prevent further leaks in the affected units. We genuinely appreciate your patience and understanding throughout this process, and we assure you that we are doing everything in our power to expedite the resolution of this issue. We value your feedback and will use it to improve our processes and communication to prevent similar situations in the future. If there are any additional concerns or questions you would like to discuss, please do not hesitate to contact our management team directly. We remain committed to providing a high standard of service and ensuring your satisfaction as a resident. Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention. Sincerely, Management of Junction Flats and Landing"

"On April 13, 2023, I reported a water leak in my unit. 3 weeks and counting, still no effective fix. Each time it rains, significant leaking occurs through my kitchen light fixtures and sometimes through my over-the-range microwave. I haven't received a firm repair date, and a Home Depot bucket is the most effective solution I've received to date. Avenue 5 manages this property, and I wouldn't recommend renting from any complex in its portfolio. Update: May 18, 2023 - Still leaking, but now on bright, sunny days, too. On May 10, a roofing service on retainer with Ave 5 allegedly performed repairs. I asked maintenance if the contractors or his team performed follow-up testing to confirm the integrity of the repair. They did not. Maintenance simply offered me the reassurance of "I truly believe..." the problem resolved. Rather than accept bids from quality contractors, Ave 5 uses a list of dollar-store service providers. The roofing service currently used doesn't have the professionalism to schedule appointments, and was a no-show for its initial open-ended appointment. Fortunately, I kept the Home Depot bucket handy. Update: June 9, 2023 - Two units in the building now experiencing leaking from the roof. 57 days since I reported the leak in my unit. Contractors performed additional patchwork which clearly isn't working. Home Depot buckets will soon be a standard amenity for all top floor units in this building."

"I viewed this apartment today 1/11/23 at 3pm and it was priced at $1712. I came back at 5:20pm and then it was $1869. They told me because it was the end of the business day and roo late to schedule a move in, I would need to pay tomorrow's rate at $150 more per month. The unit has been on the market for 30 days. I asked if they would work with me or had another option. They just said sorry, we do not control the pricing. They should have been transparent and told me the price would literally change before the end of the day. It screams of red flags and I am extremely disappointed with the way they conducted their operation. I welcome an opportunity for them to rectify the situation and turn this into a positive. But I am extremely skeptical of any transaction with them moving forward."

"I've lived here about 6 months now. PROS: - Walking distance to many grocery stores/shopping/restaurants - Fairly close to Alki beach and entertainment options - Predominantly quiet working professionals and older folks in the bldg. - Dana the bldg manager runs a tight ship/seems serious about keeping this place nice - Quiet, aside from occasional issues mostly caused by the bldg itself, and nearby construction (see CONS) - Safe, clean building and neighborhood in general - Reasonable rent price, particularly if you don't pay for garage parking, a storage locker, or have a pet. CONS: - Typical cheap modern apartment bldg construction/lack of sound insulation. When someone lets their front door slam in my hallway, I can easily hear it in my apartment. And roof seems thin as well - you can hear it when people on the roof are running laps with their dogs/etc. - Typical big apartment bldg lack of community. Don't expect anyone to say hi/be friendly/talk to you here. Could be a PRO if you're introverted, I guess. - Parking spot monthly fee is outrageous, and (permitted) street parking next to the bldg is almost always unavailable. Side street permit parking is decent, which works in my case since I don't drive much. - The owners are building another complex one building over, and construction noise is a minor annoyance now, as it's only at ground level - but might be an issue once it's further along/at roof level with this bldg. Overall, I'm probably 50/50 on whether I'd renew my lease for another year here at the moment. It's a nice complex, and I do like the amenities and location, but if rent goes up significantly I would probably look at an older steel/concrete West Seattle apartment bldg that would be cheaper and quieter, but not have any amenities."