MAA Optimist Park
525 E 21st St,
Charlotte,
NC
28206
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Monthly Rent
$1,343 - $2,808
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Bedrooms
1 - 3 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
558 - 1,333 sq ft
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 120price $1,918square feet 857availibility Now
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Unit 278price $1,378square feet 558availibility Aug 12
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Unit 265price $1,433square feet 558availibility Sep 22
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Unit 389price $1,563square feet 744availibility Aug 22
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Unit 456price $1,633square feet 744availibility Aug 28
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Unit 397price $1,543square feet 744availibility Sep 1
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Unit 540price $1,713square feet 768availibility Aug 25
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Unit 577price $1,343square feet 558availibility Aug 30
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Unit 366price $1,508square feet 642availibility Sep 4
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Unit 554price $1,528square feet 642availibility Sep 22
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Unit 531price $1,543square feet 642availibility Oct 2
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Unit 283price $1,473square feet 744availibility Sep 12
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Unit 479price $2,018square feet 1,059availibility Now
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Unit 279price $1,928square feet 1,059availibility Aug 3
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Unit 392price $2,088square feet 1,139availibility Now
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Unit 263price $2,118square feet 1,139availibility Aug 21
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Unit 487price $2,163square feet 1,139availibility Aug 29
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Unit 250price $2,398square feet 1,333availibility Now
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Unit 421price $2,013square feet 1,132availibility Aug 12
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Unit 308price $2,018square feet 1,132availibility Aug 17
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Unit 517price $2,113square feet 1,132availibility Sep 30
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Unit 323price $2,228square feet 1,225availibility Sep 1
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Unit 415price $2,028square feet 1,065availibility Sep 18
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Unit 338price $1,998square feet 1,053availibility Sep 28
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Unit 346price $1,998square feet 1,081availibility Sep 30
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Unit 245price $1,953square feet 1,081availibility Oct 4
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Unit 327price $1,973square feet 1,102availibility Oct 7
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Unit 444price $2,343square feet 1,243availibility Sep 4
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Unit 120price $1,918square feet 857availibility Now
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Unit 278price $1,378square feet 558availibility Aug 12
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Unit 265price $1,433square feet 558availibility Sep 22
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Unit 389price $1,563square feet 744availibility Aug 22
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Unit 456price $1,633square feet 744availibility Aug 28
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Unit 397price $1,543square feet 744availibility Sep 1
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Unit 540price $1,713square feet 768availibility Aug 25
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Unit 577price $1,343square feet 558availibility Aug 30
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Unit 366price $1,508square feet 642availibility Sep 4
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Unit 554price $1,528square feet 642availibility Sep 22
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Unit 531price $1,543square feet 642availibility Oct 2
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Unit 283price $1,473square feet 744availibility Sep 12
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Unit 479price $2,018square feet 1,059availibility Now
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Unit 279price $1,928square feet 1,059availibility Aug 3
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Unit 392price $2,088square feet 1,139availibility Now
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Unit 263price $2,118square feet 1,139availibility Aug 21
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Unit 487price $2,163square feet 1,139availibility Aug 29
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Unit 250price $2,398square feet 1,333availibility Now
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Unit 421price $2,013square feet 1,132availibility Aug 12
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Unit 308price $2,018square feet 1,132availibility Aug 17
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Unit 517price $2,113square feet 1,132availibility Sep 30
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Unit 323price $2,228square feet 1,225availibility Sep 1
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Unit 415price $2,028square feet 1,065availibility Sep 18
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Unit 338price $1,998square feet 1,053availibility Sep 28
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Unit 346price $1,998square feet 1,081availibility Sep 30
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Unit 245price $1,953square feet 1,081availibility Oct 4
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Unit 327price $1,973square feet 1,102availibility Oct 7
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Unit 444price $2,343square feet 1,243availibility Sep 4
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
- One-Time Move-In Fees
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Administrative Fee$250
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Application Fee$85
- Dogs Allowed
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Monthly pet rent$20
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One time Fee$400
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Pet deposit$400
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Weight limit75 lb
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Pet Limit2
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Restrictions:Pet-friendly community. No breed or weight restrictions.
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Comments:One time pet fee $400 for 1st pet.
- Cats Allowed
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Monthly pet rent$20
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One time Fee$400
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Pet deposit$400
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Weight limit--
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Pet Limit2
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Comments:One time pet fee $400 for 1st pet.
- Parking
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Street--
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GarageOne parking space included per lease holder; please contact the leasing office for details around additional parking--
Details
Lease Options
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3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Property Information
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Built in 2022
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352 units/5 stories
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About MAA Optimist Park
Historic charm blends with urban convenience and an industrial-inspired look you'll love at MAA Optimist Park. Part of the eclectic NoDa neighborhood of Uptown Charlotte and thanks to the proximity to the light rail, our community opens the door to a kaleidoscope of experience that includes vibrant leisure spaces and art centers to the buzzing nightlife of countless hotspots downtown. Explore everything about our apartments in the 28206-area and their convenient 525 E 21st St address.
MAA Optimist Park is an apartment community located in Mecklenburg County and the 28206 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Corner Unit
- Coworking Lounge
- Extra Half Bath
- Outdoor Kitchen
- 4th Floor
- Dog Washing Station
- Electric Grill Stations
- Elevator Access
- Controlled Access/gated
- Townhome
- 5th Floor
- A5.1 1x1 744 Sf-Fp
- Handicap Accessible
- Park View
- Patio/balcony
- Pool View
- Additional Storage
- Bike Storage
- Courtyard View
- Laundry In Unit
- Package Acceptance
- Pet Spa
- Small Balcony
- Smart Home Technology
- Yoga Studio
- City View
- Coffee Bar
- Direct Entry
- Picnic/bbq Area
- Resident Lounge
- Resort Style Pool With Sun Deck
- Terrace
- B3.6 2x2 1132 Sf-Fp
- Extra Full Bath
- Garage
- High Speed Internet
- Podcast Room
- Electric Car Charging Stations
- High Ceilings
- On-Site Management
- Skyline Views
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Elevator
Clubhouse
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- EV Charging
- Elevator
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Fitness Center
- Spa
- Pool
- Bicycle Storage
- Gated
- Cabana
- Courtyard
- Grill
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Fireplace
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Quartz Countertops
- High Ceilings
- Balcony
- Patio
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- EV Charging
- Elevator
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Gated
- Cabana
- Courtyard
- Grill
- Fitness Center
- Spa
- Pool
- Bicycle Storage
- Corner Unit
- Coworking Lounge
- Extra Half Bath
- Outdoor Kitchen
- 4th Floor
- Dog Washing Station
- Electric Grill Stations
- Elevator Access
- Controlled Access/gated
- Townhome
- 5th Floor
- A5.1 1x1 744 Sf-Fp
- Handicap Accessible
- Park View
- Patio/balcony
- Pool View
- Additional Storage
- Bike Storage
- Courtyard View
- Laundry In Unit
- Package Acceptance
- Pet Spa
- Small Balcony
- Smart Home Technology
- Yoga Studio
- City View
- Coffee Bar
- Direct Entry
- Picnic/bbq Area
- Resident Lounge
- Resort Style Pool With Sun Deck
- Terrace
- B3.6 2x2 1132 Sf-Fp
- Extra Full Bath
- Garage
- High Speed Internet
- Podcast Room
- Electric Car Charging Stations
- High Ceilings
- On-Site Management
- Skyline Views
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Fireplace
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Quartz Countertops
- High Ceilings
- Balcony
- Patio
| Monday | 10am - 6pm |
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| Tuesday | 10am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 10am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 10am - 6pm |
| Friday | 10am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Located within walking distance from Downtown Charlotte and the city’s historic wards, Optimist Park is one of Charlotte’s historic neighborhoods. Modern-day Optimist Park features lavish condos, luxury apartments, and repurposed historic buildings transformed into chic living spaces. After undergoing revitalization over the past few years, Optimist Park is known for its stellar dining scene and excellent central location. The neighborhood is home to Optimist Hall, a textile mill turned food hall with a trendy variety of food and drink options along with art, events, and alfresco seating. Walk a few blocks down, and explore 15th Street Market, a small but popular community hangout spot offering beer, kombucha, snacks, games, and more. Along with great dining hubs, Optimist Park offers quick access to even more amenities, including some of Charlotte’s biggest attractions like the Fillmore Charlotte, First Ward Park, NASCAR Hall of Fame, and more.
Learn more about living in Optimist Park| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.5 mi |
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Transportation options available in Charlotte include Parkwood Station, located 0.3 mile from MAA Optimist Park. MAA Optimist Park is near Charlotte/Douglas International, located 9.4 miles or 19 minutes away, and Concord-Padgett Regional, located 14.2 miles or 24 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi | |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
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Drive: | 31 min | 22.5 mi |
| Drive: | 36 min | 25.0 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Charlotte/Douglas International
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Drive: | 19 min | 9.4 mi |
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Concord-Padgett Regional
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Drive: | 24 min | 14.2 mi |
Time and distance from MAA Optimist Park.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 6 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Discovery Place
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.7 mi |
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Charlotte Nature Museum
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Drive: | 10 min | 4.4 mi |
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Wing Haven Gardens & Bird Sanctuary
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Drive: | 11 min | 5.2 mi |
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RibbonWalk Nature Preserve
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Drive: | 12 min | 6.5 mi |
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Evergreen Nature Preserve
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Drive: | 13 min | 6.6 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 3.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 7.9 mi |
Property Ratings at MAA Optimist Park
* Fire alarms go off all the time with little to no explanation. * You are required to pay $20/month for Fetch Package Service. They are so unprofessional. Ive had my packages thrown at my door so hard that I jumped * I went without hot water for 2 weeks. no credit or compensation. "luxury" is a joke at this place. Very visually appealing but you'll regret moving in within weeks.
Today the fire alarm has gone off twice. The first at four in the morning, and the second at 8:30pm. This is the second time this has happened (a 4am wake-up call via fire alarm), but more than the sixth time the alarm has gone off seemingly unprompted or caused by a single offender impacting the whole complex. The first time the alarm went off during the night we were told that the fire system malfunctioned due to excessive rainfall, but we haven’t been told why it keeps happening, making me think the initial issue was never truly resolved. I am confused why this system can’t handle the elements while other complexes in the area do not have issues. It should be noted that each fire alarm incident includes the first alarm, lasting for as long as it takes for the fire department to arrive, and then at least three “aftershocks” until it is truly off. I love the apartment here. It’s spacious, very new, and includes many cute features to the floor plan. Personally, I have not experienced any unfriendly staff or unclean common areas as some other reviews indicate. I also love the location of the complex- it’s close to Cordelia Park, the light rail, Optimist Hall, Uptown, and plenty of other attractions. Besides the fire alarm issue, I only have three issues with this place. First, the construction noise. When we moved in, we knew there was a new complex next door being constructed, but we had no idea the amount of times the street would be blocked by equipment and crews or the amount of constant honking coming from vehicles entering and leaving their site. (It’s literally every time the someone enters or leaves, must be protocol.) Secondly, this complex was recently purchased by MAA. MAA is looking to upgrade existing amenities (which is great) but also requires maintenance to enter our unit to install equipment more often than we expected to have people entering. Lastly, this complex uses the delivery service, Fetch. Fetch is cumbersome and is not recognized as a real location at many major retailers (namely, Target). If the complex did not have such major issues with their fire alarm, it would receive four stars from me, but I’m just tired.
DO NOT STAY HERE. I’ve lived in apartment complexes all across NYC and it’s shocking to say that this is the worst one I’ve stayed in. I cannot wait to move out. The fire alarms alone have me contemplating breaking my lease. You will not get good sleep here. The fire alarms go off multiple times a month in the middle of the night and wakes you completely and abruptly out of your sleep because it goes off somewhere between 12am and 4am. They will not bother fixing the fire alarms, they will not install cameras to see who could be smoking in the elevator, no, they just let them continuously go off. Also the water pressure is very low
Ever since MAA took over the place is falling apart, vomit in the hallways, poop in the stairs, and contant fire alarms. So over priced compared to surrounding apartments. Please look else where we count the days down to leaving.
I would give it ZERO stars but I can’t, so I have to give it one star. I was here when this place was Alta Filament and upon my arrival the staff was super friendly and handled every situation with urgency and at least acted like they cared about their tenants. When I found out it was being bought out by MAA I was pissed. I intentionally never chose to live in an MAA community for this reason. Since then it’s so dirty here and I know that the cleaning services that are provided work very hard to keep this building clean but the tenants are grown adults and can’t seem to clean after themselves. Also, not to mention the FIRE ALARM RANDOMLY GOING OFF AT 4AM EVERY TIME IT RAINS!!! And my unit is one of the units that continuously flashes after the alarm system shuts off. This time the alarm started at 12 am, it is now 9:30am and no one can seem to get it off. The office opened at 9 and the manager, knowing this is all going on is yet to be here to respond to any concerns. My question is, why are you all expecting so much rent and fees but not giving the maintenance that the building needs to keep your tenants safe and protected. Seems like a common trend with MAA apartments. I’ll give an update on what time they actually get my unit emergency lights to turn off this time.
I hated living here, it’s very loud with the bar near by, it’s dirty most days especially the elevators and hallways. The staff is very rude and not accommodating, they treat you great when you’re touring and then horrible after. The fire alarm keeps going off, it went off at the 4 am the other day and did not stop until 5:30 am. The gym is too small and the coffee machine is never working. It’s not worth the money, the area isn’t as nice. Would recommend looking into uptown or southend instead.
I’m Since moving here in August, the fire alarm has been triggered at least twice a month in recent months. Considering the rent we pay, this frequency is unacceptable. Despite the beautiful surroundings and nice apartment, the disruptive nature of the alarm is not worth it. Having lived in various places, I have never encountered such a persistent issue with fire alarms. If you are considering relocating here, I urge you to take these reviews seriously and explore other options. The alarm sounding at 4AM was the final straw, especially with my work-from-home situation and a newborn on the way.
Love living here is amazing and peaceful so much fun with all the events and amazing people!
As an apartment complex, Alta Filaments offers a comfortable and convenient living experience. The location is great, with access to amenities and services nearby. The management is responsive, making it a good choice for those looking for a place to call home.
Alta has been such a great experience especially with the amazing office staff who are so willing to help and assist with everything you may need.
This is an amazing building ! From staff to amenities everything is new up to date and all! I absolutely love living at Alta Filament !
I LOVE living here, it's close to everything in uptown, noda and plaza. I have a top floor with a view of the city too. It's super nice on the inside and the staff is extremely friendly.
MAA Optimist Park Photos
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MAA Optimist Park has one to three bedrooms with rent ranges from $1,343/mo. to $2,808/mo.
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MAA Optimist Park is in Optimist Park in the city of Charlotte. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 1.4 miles of the property. Five parks are within 6.6 miles, including Discovery Place, Charlotte Nature Museum, and Wing Haven Gardens & Bird Sanctuary.
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525 E 21st St
Charlotte, NC 28206