What makes a GREAT place to live?

What makes a GREAT place to live?

Each person will be different but here is a rundown for myself and my family.

Safety -- first and foremost. Crystal Towers and the surrounding area is very safe. My three kids go to their friends without problems and my 13 yr old often goes to the parks (yes two in the immediate area), mall, and stores often with friends.

Quiet -- Neighbors? Rarely does anyone hear their neighbors here because of the concrete walls. Newer complexes are, all too often now sound proof. I have lived in two of the units here and both were very quiet.

Management -- Management really does care. Wanda, the GM of Crystal Towers, is always willing to take extra time to help and this attitude and approach trickles down to all the employees. These are people as well and want everyone to be happy with living here and the staff puts in the extra effort. Including maintenance.

Maintenance -- I have had the usual stuff requests and also had the "sink is flooding now" requests. Every time the response has been fast, friendly, and the staff has gone above and beyond to ensure the work is done right.

Location -- Across from the metro. Across from Costco/Best Buy. Walking distance to numerous restaurants on 23rd and more. Bike to DC or drive out to the country. If you want walkability -- I spend more in insurance on my car than I do in gas/month.

Schools -- Education is a high priority for my children. The schools here are among the best in the nation.

Cost -- Price, per square foot, is comparable to the surrounding area. When figuring in parking and utilities take out the fact you don't have a long commute nor have to worry about gas costs, have a great pool, gym -- memberships for which you DONT have to pay. When considering ALL costs, including your time, Crystal Towers is a very reasonable.

Size -- You get more from your money here than newer apartments. Large closest, large bedrooms and good size kitchen and living/dining room. Again, cost per sq foot is very reasonable.

Amenities -- Fantastic here. The gym is always in great shape. The pool is always clean and warm (it is heated). There is also the Saloon and grocery store (reasonably priced) downstairs - both of which do a good job and offer a variety of services. Laundry/Dry cleaning is dropped off at the front desk and package service is provided. There is also a general room for movies, tv, and just hanging out with other tenants and, if you need, a business center to fax/print etc. Basically think of it as a 5-star hotel.

Wanda has done a great job of making my family comfortable and welcome here. We have lived here for two years now and look forward to staying. Like any place, the person's needs are what dictate if they will be happy, but here, the staff, location, price, amenities and many other items make this a good home.