Additional Reviews
Oct 2019: The price is nice at Holly Park but dealing with management is a complete nightmare. I’m rating it one star because they made me want to rip my hair out while I lived here. For starters, they blamed my roommate and I for existing problems with the tub and shower that was leaking into the apartment below us. He sent us several warnings threatening to charge us if it kept leaking (which we could not control) and took his time getting it fixed. They will try to overcharge you anyway they possibly can.
One day, I also came home to to my windows opened which had been shut when I left and the clothes In my room tossed across the floor. I called my roommate to see if she had been there because I thought someone was in the apartment. She said she hadn’t been there. I was immediately scared so I checked all the rooms. Turns out management had come in to inspect the air conditioning unit in my closet Review from Google Jul 2019: I lived at Holly park for 2 years and it hasn't been great. The buildings are old and the ceiling and floors separating the apartments are very thin so you can hear the slightest noise in every surrounding apartment (considering these are college apartments noise is a huge issue)
I had a neighbor throw wild parties on Fridays and one Friday at about 4am a fight broke out which caused bodies to slam against the wall and everything to fall off of our shelves. When I went down to see what was happening and to tell them to cut the crap out I was threatened with a bottle. I told this to the apartment complex and they said "welp we can't do anything other than send an email to tell them to keep the noise down--without a police report we can't do anything" well now me and all of my roommates (2female) feel utterly unsafe walking in the hallway to get to the apartment soo.
Next, I heard from a fellow tennent (not the staff!) That a close by apartment was infested with roaches and going to be sprayed Review from Google Jul 2019: Prices are reasonable considering proximity to campus. The units are somewhat dated, but given the price and competition with surrounding newer properties the deal is rather great. Staff is also friendly and maintenance is always super helpful for any work orders that need addressed. would recommend. Review from Google Jul 2019: They're cool from what I've seen only been to hang with friends at one Apt. Review from Google Jul 2019: Near to grocery stores and downtown. doesn't have gym and in-house laundry. Not the best place if you party much as it would disturb the lower level floor residents.
(This is my personal review. I'm not reflecting any other's ideas.) Review from Google Jul 2019: Near to grocery stores and downtown. doesn't have gym and in-house laundry. Not the best place if you party much as it would disturb the lower level floor residents.
(This is my personal review. I'm not reflecting any other's ideas.) Review from Google Jul 2019: Holly Park is a great place to live around Kent area. The maintenance and office staff is always friendly to respond to any issues that arise. I have loved my time here and will always recommend it to others. Review from Google Jul 2019: Holly Park is a great place to live around Kent area. The maintenance and office staff is always friendly to respond to any issues that arise. I have loved my time here and will always recommend it to others. Review from Google May 2019: Near to grocery stores and downtown. doesn't have gym and in-house laundry. Not the best place if you party much. Review from Google May 2019: Near to grocery stores and downtown. doesn't have gym and in-house laundry. Not the best place if you party much. Review from Google May 2019: I truly enjoyed my stay with Holly Park. The only grievances I would have with this complex is the fact that the snow in the parking lot is not plowed in the winter. My car has gotten stuck on numerous occasions. Review from Google Feb 2019: One if the best places for renting out an apartment and affordable and decent Nov 2018: I’ve lived at HP for over a year and I love it! Travis is such a great LC and friend. Review from Google Jul 2018: They never put salt in the parking lot so it's always covered with ice in the winter! Review from Google Jun 2018: I love living in this place and will always always recommend it for everyone!
10/10 for locations and price
10/10 for management
10/10 for pet friendly environment (even though I don’t have any, but I just love to see them around the complex)
9/10 for property maintenance system
9/10 safety and comfort of the neighborhood
I’ve been here for almost a year now and I’m renewing my lease for another year :) I’m an international graduate student at Kent State University. I’m so lucky to get a room in the third floor with vaulted ceiling, it makes the room more spacious and beautiful!
I always feel safe and comfortable at Holly Park Apartments. Since day one, I always receive the best service from the management (shoutout for Travis!). Any issues and problems are always well managed with reasonable time of response.
The maintenance Review from Google Jan 2018: The apartments are decent for the price. They are similar in size to College Towers apartments. The location to campus is about a 5 minute walk and is right across the street from an Acme. Review from Google Jan 2018: These are some of the better apartments near Kent States Campus. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is because they are not pricey however if you can find a roommate it takes the sting out of it and they do allow pets. Kent State is literally around the corner. Sheets is practically next door and ACME supermarket is across the street along with a whole variety of shops and eateries. Great place to reside especially for a college student. Review from Google Dec 2017: This place is a dump, trash everywhere, and dog feces in all the yards, place needs serious TLC and a new grounds keeper.
Update as of the 13th, they now have bed bugs in all of the apartment buildings. Review from Google Aug 2017: I lived here for 12 mo. In a 3 bedroom, the space was big and worth the amount. Management Is great as well, they are VERY good with communication and handle all concerns accordingly. The only thing I would say wasn't to good was maintenance, they truly do come on their own time, if that.
Review from 8/4/17 on Google Jul 2017: The complex is older but the price is fair and they're actually transparent about bills compared to many other complexes in Kent. They're working on updating the apartments- when I moved in new carpeting had just been installed. Holly Park is great for students because the apartments are spacious and homey. Parking has never been an issue and the lots are well lit at night.I've always felt incredibly safe here.
The staff works with you, they are helpful, responsive and flexible. It's obvious that the office manager actually cares and he works to actively improve Holly Park. I've dealt with maintenance on multiple occasions and they've always handled issues in a professional way. My one suggestion for the complex owners would be to be more proactive about snow removal and salting.
Review from 7/11/17 on Google Jul 2017: Been 2 year with Holly Park apartment and they cant even waive one month rent for students who had stay so long with them. Best go to College Tower Kent.
Review from 7/2/17 on Google Jun 2017: I have lived at Holly Park for two years. I enjoyed my first year here but it was under different management. The new management, however, is completely irresponsible. In September we suffered from a beg bug infestation. Having dealt with bed bugs once before as a child, I knew how rapidly they could spread in an apartment complex so we demanded that every apartment in our building be inspected and treated. They would not comply with this and instead told us that our bed bug situation was an isolated incident and that they wanted us to pay the cost of the treatment. We were more than willing to pay if they could prove that it was in fact an isolated incident.
Review from 6/20/17 on Google Feb 2017: I have lived at Holly Park for two years now, and my apartment is really really nice. We live on the third floor so we have a beautiful lofted ceiling and we also got new carpeting before we moved in. Holly Park has been really helpful, generous and caring to the people in my apartment. Although sometimes it takes a while for maintenance to get around to you, they will do what they need to fix it (maintenance actually travels between a couple different apartment complexes so this is why this problem is common).They certainly have room to update/upgrade/improve, but don't be upset by that because it is a way older apartment complex compared to many of the newer ones.
Review from 2/5/17 on Google