Prejudice + Power = Racism…read more
I needed office space so I rented a place at One Southdale. There was a guffaw of problems, primarily with management and staff, never directly with residence.
This place is like an old folks home, filled with older, primarily white folks, who can't help but give minorities eyebrow screws, and ask questions like, "can I help you, as I don't recognize you" statements. I rarely used the amenities due to the unwanted stares and questions and challenges to prove my residency.
When I moved in, my movers (2 black guys), were deliberately locked outside. When I inquired how were they expected to move my furniture, the concierge told me, " I don't know, but it's really cold when they open the door".
Constant odors of trash or marijuana.
Constant harassment from folks gaining access to the building to knock for sales calls, random snooping by your door, or other supposed business... when I thought this building was supposed to be secure .
Constant theft of bicycles, car break ins, NO SECURITY.
Concierge will not allow you access to the building, especially if you are black. On the other hand, my housekeeper, a Mexican lady, could get access to my apartment (yes give her a key even) with 0 authorization from me.
No Security - no security officer or security officer presence. This is a minimal requirement for a community that touts luxury accommodations... they have none.
When I moved out, and old guy in a Porsche approached my movers and asked, "are y'all moving in or out"? To which I responded, "sir, why do you care?" He said, "Because I own all of this", I asked still, "...ok, why do you care!?"
Price gouging is a regular aspect of this place, when I moved out, I had to hire lawyers to ensure they wouldn't over charge for fees and attempt other tactics. These people are evil, and this place is far from luxury.