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Aviva at North Plaza

Updated 2026-07-17 · 2,441 reviewed · 809 listed · Scored from 316 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.5(316) 60 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Aviva at North Plaza
Service
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Reviews
316

What we found

Leasing tours here stand out: staff like Hany and Modesta move applicants through quickly and make genuine connections. Units are clean and spacious, with active amenities. But long-term residents report serious gaps: pest control promises go unfulfilled, broken appliances sit unrepaired, and the front desk treats residents as lower priority than prospective tenants.

Maintenance technician Darrien responds fast when called. However, reviews from unhappy residents clash sharply with five-star tour experiences. Persistent complaints about mold, roaches, and unresolved maintenance requests suggest the property looks better on move-in than it functions over time.

Praised for
  • responsive leasing staff (Hany, Modesta, Amanda, Alvis)
  • quick maintenance response and skilled technicians (Darrien)
  • clean gym and pool amenities
  • spacious, well-maintained units
Watch-outs
  • pest control failures and mold hazards
  • non-responsive maintenance (broken appliances not repaired)
  • poor front-desk organization and package handling
  • staff prioritize new tours over resident concerns
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Best for: professionals and new movers prioritizing tour experience and move-in convenience.
Think twice if: long-term residents report unresolved pest control, appliance failures, and back-office disorganization despite upfront tour appeal.

What this place gets right

  • exceptional leasing experience with engaged staff
  • fast maintenance response times
  • modern amenities (gym, pool, creek views)
  • in-unit washer/dryer

Before you tour or apply

  • Leasing agent Hany Arias praised for welcoming demeanor and detailed tours
  • Modesta (leasing/management) handles applications quickly and assists with move-ins
  • Maintenance technician Darrien responds same-day to sewer, plumbing, and maintenance calls
  • Newly renovated laundry room noted
  • Recurring complaints: roaches and mold not addressed; broken stoves, refrigerators left unrepaired; front desk loses package records and deprioritizes resident calls

Resident ratings

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Leasing experience praised; long-term residents cite unresolved pest, appliance, and maintenance issues.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.5 against a 4.02 average across the 585 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 92% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

treatment of residentspest controlquiet placeaffordabilityoffice treatmentsecuritypoolefficiencymaintenanceapplication process

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 2
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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4
19
3
6
2
0
1
110

FAQ

How quickly can I move in?
Multiple residents report same-day or next-day approvals and move-ins with staff assistance. Modesta and Alvis have handled applications in under 24 hours.
What happens if I have a maintenance issue?
Technician Darrien responds immediately; residents praise his speed and skill. However, repair follow-through on broken appliances (stove, refrigerator) is disputed; some say items sit unrepaired for months.
Is the gym and pool actually clean?
Recent tours describe the gym as 'clean and cool' and the pool as active. However, no detail on maintenance frequency or condition over time.

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Last updated 2026-07-17