Stadium View Ames, ames-ia

I lived at stadium view for 3 years and they had many positives. Kind front desk staff who would go the extra mile to remember your name, some fun community events, and the apartments itself are nice too, with walk in closets, private bathrooms, a big laundry room, and a decent sized kitchen. Every additional year I lived here I noticed quality went down. All the amenities they claimed to have started disappearing. The free printing stopped working, both the peloton and cable machine in there already very small and limited gym broke, and free drinks and snack they claimed to always have seemed to become less and less common. None of these are huge deals but when you are one of the most expensive apartments in Ames you would expect to have working amenities. These things were never fixed once they broke. They also stopped locking the building doors after my first year. Living in the main building many homeless people would camp out in the lobby, making it very uncomfortable to use the amenities at night. When this was brought to their attention they said they were working with a locksmith to fix this, low and behold this was never fixed. The building always smelt of pot and the grounds were constantly covered in trash. Overall the apartment itself is nice with friendly staff but they lack in a lot of other places for this apartment to be considered “luxury living”. Before signing here decide if it’s really worth the cost when there are plenty of other places in Ames that are extremely similar that are better maintained.

My first year here, which was about two years ago was good. Since this last year, I have seen the quality and care of the property diminish significantly. For over a year, I had experienced multiple leaks from the ceilings and it took several maintenance request and for me to report this to the city inspector before the issue was fixed. Aside from this, the hallways are always dirty. There used to be frequent cleaning services that came through to clean the hallways and stairwells but over the last year the hallways have become poorly kept. Outside of the units, the grass and weeds have grown out of control this summer. The grass has only been mowed maybe 5 times this summer. It needs to be mowed once every other week at a minimum, if not every week. The flower beds have also grown out of control. Weeds have over taken the flower beds and it looks horrible. I’ve even had to remove ticks from my dog and myself after walking my dog through the grass because the landscape is so over grown. Overall, I would have recommended this place for people to live if you asked me two years ago. My opinion has drastically changed. I would tell everyone to go somewhere else if they are looking for a nice, clean, and well maintained place to live, especially considering how much we pay to stay here.

Please avoid this place! There are probably better options of apartments in Ames for what they charge. My sister moved here and management never resolves a thing. She is moving in for the new school year and I visit her to help and noticed the carpet is dirty and there are black splashes and stains in the shower. Also, make sure to read other reviews as they seem to charge for “damages” to the unit when the lease is over. We will make sure to have documentation and photos of her room because it doesn’t look like it was cleaned before move in. Try other options.

I was in building 1214 this last year and actually loved the location of my building. It’s right next to the general parking lot so there’s no need to pay extra for the reserved parking (but it is nice to have the option!) I was also placed in a 4x4 which I know isn’t everyone’s first option having more roommates… BUT Stadium View’s 4x4s have 2 fridges and it’s not something you realize is a luxury until you have it. Sharing a fridge with 1 person compared to 3 other people is a big difference. Plus you have your own private bed/bathroom and walk-in closet so having 3 roommates isn’t overbearing. The last thing I’ll compliment is the staff :) I may be biased but I’ve loved every experience I’ve had with the different staff members at SVS and both managers, Jacque and Bailey are very helpful. I always just pop in the office or call when I have a question and even if they don’t have an answer for me right away, they make sure to follow up when they find the answer! I really recommend Stadium View, and I’ll be sad to leave it after my time at college is up.

I am almost at the halfway point of living at Stadium View Suites and wanted to share my thoughts so far. I am posting this on an alternative account because I prefer not to share my name with six months left on my lease. My experience here has included both positive and negative aspects, so I will outline them in this review. First, the negatives of living at Stadium View Suites so far. Negatives: -The walls and doors are extremely thin. Expect to hear everything coming from the living room and other bedrooms. I have loud roommates who have no regard for noise, and the walls and 2 inch gap between the bedroom door and the floor do very little to block it out. This can be frustrating when trying to sleep or study. -My bedroom was not clean when I moved in. This included a dirty bathroom mirror, stains on the carpet, a toilet seat stained with urine, and a shower that also had stains. -The building hallways often smell like animal urine and could really use a deep cleaning to remove the odor. -Apartment appliances are outdated and frequently have issues that require submitting maintenance requests. -The apartment gym is very small and has limited working equipment, which I understand may not matter to everyone. -Rent is a bit expensive compared to some other floor plans offered by leasing companies around Ames. This is subjective and depends on what you value. -I had to pay for a full month of rent even though I moved in on the nineteenth of the month. -Simple bills, the utility company provider who bills you is absolutely awful. Now for the positives. Positives: -The rooms are spacious, with a nice walk in closet and a private bathroom with a sliding barn door. -The apartment staff are friendly, communicate well, and genuinely try to make residents feel at home. -There are frequent community events, which are really fun and a great way to meet people. -Maintenance has been quick and responsive whenever we have had issues in the apartment. -Parking is free in the general area behind the buildings. Reserved parking directly in front of the building is available for twenty dollars per month, which is a good deal. -There is a bus stop right outside that takes you to campus or toward the shopping area in east Ames. -The complex is pet friendly, which is great for anyone with animals. -As the name suggests, it has a stadium view and is within walking distance of Jack Trice Stadium. -There are designated outdoor areas for pets to use. -The four by four units include two refrigerators, which is extremely convenient and appreciated. Here is a clean concluding paragraph that balances both sides without adding new points. Overall, my experience living at Stadium View Suites has been a mix of both good and bad. While there have been frustrating issues such as noise, cleanliness at move in, and outdated appliances, there are also many positives that make living here enjoyable. The spacious rooms, friendly staff, quick maintenance, and convenient location near campus and the stadium are definite highlights. Stadium View Suites may be a great fit for some people, especially depending on roommates and personal priorities, but it is not without its drawbacks. I think it is important for anyone considering living here to weigh both the positives and negatives to decide if it is the right place for them.