Naismith Place Apartments

Really awful place to live. The crime rate is extremely high. There is vandalism all over the place. The ""nature trail"" that is right beside the complex is a favorite for the homeless population in Lawrence. Frequently when I walk my dog I see men sleeping along the side of the (very dark, unlit) trail. The management is immature. All ""maintenance"" is performed by a man who lives in Topeka so good luck with emergency situations. The apartments themselves are very small (You can pic to either have a sofa and T.V. or a dining room table. Impossible to have both.). The walls are also incredibly thin. When I'm getting ready in the mornings I can hear the people above us and to the side of us using the restroom (ewww...) and sneezing. Seriously, avoid this place at all costs. more

When I moved back to Lawrence I viewed about 15 apartment complexes before I decided on Naismith Place Apts. I have lived at NPA's for almost a year now and I have really enjoyed my stay. I plan to stay for a couple more years until I graduate and here's why: The condo units are very nice with several upgrades such as modern light fixtures, nice carpet, new appliances, nice cabinets, in unit washer/dryer, etc. Also, this complex offers two bedroom units at a one bedroom unit price. The bedrooms are a little smaller than one might hope for but they are able to fit a queen bed and a large dresser comfortably. My apartment is a nice size for me and my 53 lbs Labrador, (that's right this place allows large pets which is very, very rare in Lawrence) each condo is approximately 800ft2. The floor plan is open which I really like. Unlike my last apartment I cannot hear my neighbors through the walls which is a HUGE plus. The walls must be thicker here than most other apartments because I never hear anything coming from the apartments next to me. Also, the complex is small so it has a nice community feel to it. There is more grassy areas for pets than most complexes offer which is great for my dog. I'd say the best thing about NPA's is its location. The location is what sold me on this apartment. It has a walking trail right next to it that I use to walk my dog daily. It is perfectly located between all Lawrence hot spots i.e. Mass St., 23rd St., Iowa St.,. It is literally the best location in town because your close to everything. One negative about the complex is that the patios are small compared to other places that I viewed. NPA's has recently gotten a new on site manager who has made it her mission to make the complex an awesome place to live. Every time I have spoken with her she has been very polite and helpful. She has helped start a community garden, and NPA's newsletter which has greatly improved the feel of the place. Overall, I am very happy with NPA's. It is a great, safe, and quiet place to live. I will be recommending NPA's to everyone I know. more

I am aware of the previous issues with this complex, but rest assured that things are changing. The owners have OK'd many upgrades to go into effect immediately. There is a new on-site manager who wants nothing more than to see these units in near perfect condition and rented out. Bear with them during the next few months and you will see a great improvement in quality and tenant morale. more

I moved into the complex several years ago and we had a really nice manager. I'm a quiet tennant , no parties or noise ... I like things nice and quiet. She was a couple of years later replaced by a woman that has no problem letting her adverse hateful opinions be known. She publicly hates white people.I know .. that is so wrong, Right. Her own staff has heard her making racial slurs toward people not african american and repeated it to several tennants. Now I dont care what a persons color or ethnic preference is or their religion for that matter. we were all created the same I believe. I also believe that a persons religious views shouldnt reflect on whether they should or shouldnt live somewhere but Someone should do something about this person. here is what I think about the apartment... the apartments are tiny .. the ceilings creek so you know everything your neighbors are doing. even hear them having sex. my child hears them too which is just disgusting. the ants wont go away no matter how many times the exterminator has come. you expect that in a mobile home but not an apartment. and there are NO WINDOWS IN THE KITCHEN. so they must be coming in through the walls somewhere. I even know a tennent that has had snakes in their unit! SNAKES! And they did nothing about it. The mantenience is bad .. they dont fix ANYTHING. In the Winter there are Mice and in the summer Ants and they do very little about either. I just cant wait to move! Pros: nice Owner Cons: Manager is racist and religion Bias more