The Garthwick Apartments 1278 Southeast Marion Street, Portland, OR 97202

"Before you tour here be aware, some of the 'two bedroom' places they advertise have no windows in the second bedroom. Not sure what the tenant is supposed to do if there's a fire while they are sleeping, just burn I guess."

"I am relocating from Dallas to Portland in two months. I recently flew out to Portland to tour potential apartments. I contacted the Garthwick and was told I could not tour their apartments because my move in date was not within 3 weeks. I’m sorry what!? I have never heard of this before. People have to give 30 days notice to move out so how does this even make sense? I explained that I wouldn’t be back in Portland before I moved so I just wanted to tour an apartment and if something became available with my move in dates then I would sign a lease. Nope, apparently I couldn’t even be entered into their system because my move in date was too far out, therefore I couldn’t tour. Insane."

"Since the manager named Nick has take over everything has gone down hill. The building is neglected and although we pay too dollar rents for months the security system has been broken and anyone can walk in off the streets into the building. Fortunately none of my packages have been stolen, I have seen evidence that other people’s have been stolen and the wrappings left empty in the parking garage. Do yourself a favor and do not move in here until they get a manager who cares again ."

"The apartments look really nice but don't be fooled, living there is like camping in a tent. There is no insulation to speak of -you freeze in the winter and fry in the summer. There are small heaters in each room ( like the ones you would expect to see in the bathroom )which do not do the job. But, when we used a space heater we tripped the breaker. All appliances are electric but the apartment is not wired to handle the electricity needed to keep the inhabitants comfortable. The neighborhood is great but I would look elsewhere, especially at that price.point."

"The Garthwick sits at the corner of a quite sleepy Portland neighborhood and a mile long street with a sample of everything life in Portland has to offer. It’s the perfect blend of location and ambience. Although being a new building it has a timeless character all its own. The best part though is the staff that make it all run seamlessly. They make it feel like a home!"