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Updated 2026-07-17 · 2,505 reviewed · 873 listed · Scored from 287 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.9(287) 72 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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287

What we found

Most residents experience Blu as a welcoming, clean community with genuinely attentive office staff who make the move-in process smooth and personal. The property keeps common areas and units in good order, fitness and laundry facilities run 24/7, and pricing is competitive for the area.

A small number report chronic maintenance failures: requests sit unaddressed, water damage and mold persist, and the property has allegedly painted over problems rather than fixing them. Leasing staff shine consistently, but post-move follow-through on repairs remains unpredictable for some residents.

Praised for
  • friendly and responsive staff
  • welcoming leasing process
  • well-maintained community and units
  • affordable pricing
  • responsive management
Watch-outs
  • maintenance requests ignored or unresolved
  • mold and water damage issues
  • cosmetic cover-ups instead of repairs
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Best for: professionals and families seeking affordable luxury with high-touch leasing and attentive management
Think twice if: maintenance responsiveness has been inconsistent; some residents report unresolved water and mold issues over months

What this place gets right

  • genuinely attentive leasing and management team
  • 24-hour gym with real equipment and 24-hour laundry
  • competitive pricing for Windsor Hills location
  • move-in units delivered in good condition

Before you tour or apply

  • Manager Ady praised for professionalism and responsiveness
  • Leasing staff Yudi and Carmen specifically mentioned for helpfulness
  • Fitness center open 24 hours with functional equipment
  • Laundry room open 24 hours and regularly cleaned
  • In-unit washer-dryer included

Resident ratings

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Strong leasing experience with personalized attention; maintenance follow-through inconsistent for some residents

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.9 against a 4.02 average across the 628 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 88% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

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How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 27
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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FAQ

Are the gym and laundry facilities available 24 hours?
Yes. The gym has full equipment and is open 24/7; the laundry room is also available 24/7 and maintained cleanly.
Do units include washer and dryer?
Yes, in-unit washer-dryer is included.
Is the building wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the property has wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, restrooms, and seating areas.

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Last updated 2026-07-17