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The Sutton Apartments

Updated 2026-07-22 · 1,449 reviewed · 218 listed · Scored from 331 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.3(331) 78 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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The Sutton Apartments
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Luxury & High-Rise Apartments, Student Apartments, Pet-Friendly Apartments
Reviews
331

What We Found

Maintenance staff, especially Manuel with over 36 years tenure, earn consistent praise for fast repairs and genuine care. Leasing agents like Tesia and Kristun handle moves and transitions smoothly. Most residents report a quiet, peaceful environment and recommend stays of three to five years.

A one-star review claims pest infestations, break-ins from faulty gates, and unprofessional office behavior, though reviewers do not confirm these issues. Positive reviews vastly outnumber complaints. New residents may want to inspect for signs of maintenance before signing.

Praised for
  • maintenance crew speed and professionalism
  • leasing staff attentiveness and care
  • quiet, clean community
  • long-term resident loyalty
Watch-outs
  • pest and animal issues
  • security problems (gate breaks, car theft)
  • office staff conduct concerns
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Best for: Long-term renters who value responsive maintenance and quiet living in a retail-accessible area.
Think twice if: One resident reported pest, animal, and security concerns; inspect the unit and grounds carefully during tour.

What this Community Does Well

  • maintenance crew handles repairs in minutes, not hours
  • leasing team known by name for personal service
  • attracts long-term residents (5-36+ year stays)
  • spacious units in high-traffic retail location

What to Know Before Signing a Lease

  • Manuel, maintenance head, has worked there 40+ years and responds quickly to emergency requests
  • Tesia, Kristun, and Nea named as leasing staff praised for attentiveness
  • Ian praised by residents for fast, friendly repairs
  • Maintenance crew responds to work requests within 10 minutes per one review
  • One resident stayed 36+ years; several report 3-5 year tenures

How Residents Rate Management, Maintainance & More

Luxury & High-Rise Apartments
Spacious units and fast, professional leasing process attract residents.
Student Apartments
No clear evidence from reviews.
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Website lists pet-friendly apartments; reviews do not detail pet policies or fees.
Townhome & Garden-Style Apartments
One resident praises 'amazing townhome at a great price' with attentive leasing service.

How This Community Compares

  • Rated 4.3 against a 4.14 average across the 170 luxury & high-rise apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 78% of the businesses in this directory.

How We Score Communities

How We Score
Star rating 52
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Ratings by Category

5
242
4
36
3
11
2
8
1
34

Common Questions About This Community

How quickly does maintenance respond to repair requests?
One resident reported maintenance was at their door within 10 minutes of notifying the office. Manuel and his team are noted for fast response across multiple reviews.
Do you rent townhomes?
Yes, the website lists townhome-style units, and a resident reviewed securing a townhome unit.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, the website lists pet-friendly apartments as a service. Review text does not detail pet fees or breed restrictions.

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Last updated 2026-07-22