Vista Denver

The first day itself left me with bad impression. I signed the lease agreement when I was in my home country. It was a big mistake. They have some weird and unilateral agreement clauses, which definitelyfavors 5hem. The rooms are badly laid out, small and do not have basics like lights. Too expensive for the price. Only advantage is it is close to DU. If you are on tight budget then you consider it. But you may get some better deals if you are willing to stay little farther from DU. I regret my decision.

I like that everything is included, utilities and already furnished apartment. The fridge space and sink is however a bit small and I don’t really like that I have to share a mailbox. The apartment is very close to DU, I walk to and from class, I save on gas and I don’t have to wake up earlier to catch public transportation. The street also has restaurants and banks conveniently located. Staff is super nice, and I love that they have monthly events. Not so happy about rent increases though, also the bedroom doesn’t have a light fixture so you have to buy a lamp.

Across the street from DU, two blocks away from Daniels. Very nice and fun staff.

This is a great space for students and you get what you pay for.

Pros

Apartments are relatively "cheap" for Denver. If you don't have enough room mates to fill an apartment Vista will add students to your room. The amenities include a gym, 3 balconies, study areas, printing, and a small hangout area on each floor. They have giveaways in terms of food and prizes each month. Maintenance responds quickly and does a good job fixing problems.

Cons

The apartments are incredibly unevenly heated so some room mates swelter in heat while others freeze. There are not lights included in your room so make a stop at Ikea. The window shades don't block out anything so if you're on the east side you are woken up by the sun at whatever time it rises. Not Secure. People get parts of their bikes stolen constantly and cars, although in a garage, get broken into. Report this to management and its no surprise because it happens regularly. Some rooms are owned by DU and right now, DU is using these rooms to house people who have been exposed to people who have Covid-19 which can be nerve wracking.