Pearl Studios Ratings and Reviews

Anthony is awesome he deserves a raise

Anthony is awesome he deserves a raise

Wonderful office staff (Lindsey and Josie) and maintenance personnel (Anthony). Solid place.

I had no issues at move in. Everything was ready for me and the transition was smooth. Josie was helpful and friendly, and showed me everything I need to know about the apartment and answered all my questions.

Lived there for one year. Overall had a very good experience. The management crew are really good at communicating and answering any questions you have. Any concerns about the common were addressed quickly. Usually within 24 hours, and maintenance is very quick with handling emergencies. Very safe neighborhood. I enjoyed my stay.

Great value for the Pearl district and super friendly management staff, especially Lindsey the community manager. The resident of the complex were super friendly as well and very neighborly. Everyone always looked out for each other. Best apartment community in Portland I have ever lived in so far.

I am very happy with my decision to live at Pearl Studios, as a new resident of Portland. During the pandemic, the staff has been very accommodating, friendly and thorough with all of their move-in processes to ensure that proper COVID protocols are followed. Additionally, I believe that they have an authentic overall concern for the experience that residents receive while living on their property. I would recommend Pearl Studios to individuals looking for a safe place that is in close proximity to various essential businesses. Lastly, the location is walking distance from the river and various parks.

Very patient and friendly. My process was smooth and simple. Thanks for all your help!

The view from my apartment is immaculate

Nice staff. Great value considering the neighborhood.

I needed a place to move into rather quickly and pearl studios really helped out by getting me into an apartment in a fairly fast manner. The people here...

I needed a place to move into rather quickly and pearl studios really helped out by getting me into an apartment in a fairly fast manner. The people here...

I moved into the Pearl studios in May from about 3 hours away. Everyone in the leasing office made my transition extremely smooth, the move to Portland was the least stressful move I’ve ever experienced. Throughout my time here everyone in the management office has continued to go above and beyond to keep me happy and safe during this difficult year! The Pearl studios is a great place to start your Portland experience positively.

Staff is always friendly and helpful! I love how clean it's kept and that if I ever need anything I can ask! Happy to be a part of the community!

Excellent kind staff and the apartment was very clean and well maintained.

Excellent kind staff and the apartment was very clean and well maintained.

Great value for the Pearl district and super friendly management staff.

Great value for the Pearl district and super friendly management staff.

This review is specially for Anthony Butler, who is the maintenance supervisor for the property. Anthony has been on through many management changes (and...

I moved from Denver and have been here about two weeks now! Coming from out of state and not being able to see the property or the city, the leasing staff, Carlos and Lindsey were extremely helpful in helping me to understand the neighborhood and the layout of the apartments! Carlos was extremely accommodating and helpful in helping me to find my perfect new Portland home! He even gave me great tips about the city and neighborhood including where to eat, shop, and even how to pronounce some of the streets and areas and fun stuff that makes Portland "weird"! When I moved in I had a small issue with my shower rod and a staff member from maintenance, Anthony, came by promptly to fix it! He was extremely friendly and fast and called before coming by! So far I love my unit and the neighborhood! The apartments are close to a highway overpass so there is noise from there, but the neighborhood is surprisingly very quiet and feels safer and cleaner than other areas of the Pearl District and Downtown Portland. It is also just a few small blocks from a huge park with an off-leash dog park and a very short walk to the water :-) Lots of coffee shops and restaurants nearby, super close to the streetcar and other trans, and I can pretty much see Safeway from here!

I moved from Denver and have been here about two weeks now! Coming from out of state and not being able to see the property or the city, the leasing staff, Carlos and Lindsey were extremely helpful in helping me to understand the neighborhood and the layout of the apartments! Carlos was extremely accommodating and helpful in helping me to find my perfect new Portland home! He even gave me great tips about the city and neighborhood including where to eat, shop, and even how to pronounce some of the streets and areas and fun stuff that makes Portland "weird"! When I moved in I had a small issue with my shower rod and a staff member from maintenance, Anthony, came by promptly to fix it! He was extremely friendly and fast and called before coming by! So far I love my unit and the neighborhood! The apartments are close to a highway overpass so there is noise from there, but the neighborhood is surprisingly very quiet and feels safer and cleaner than other areas of the Pearl District and Downtown Portland. It is also just a few small blocks from a huge park with an off-leash dog park and a very short walk to the water :-) Lots of coffee shops and restaurants nearby, super close to the streetcar and other trans, and I can pretty much see Safeway from here!

Moving in was made so easy for me, they processed my application and I got the keys the next day. I was a little late picking keys up because packing took longer than expected but they were flexible and just as happy to hand them over! Overall a great move in experience and I can’t wait to see how management treats their residents and the property. Thanks!

Moving in was made so easy for me, they processed my application and I got the keys the next day. I was a little late picking keys up because packing took longer than expected but they were flexible and just as happy to hand them over! Overall a great move in experience and I can’t wait to see how management treats their residents and the property. Thanks!

Moving in was made so easy for me, they processed my application and I got the keys the next day. I was a little late picking keys up because packing took longer than expected but they were flexible and just as happy to hand them over! Overall a great move in experience and I can’t wait to see how management treats their residents and the property. Thanks!

So far I’m really pleased with this living situation for me and my dog. I had a very pleasant experience applying for my apartment and signing my lease with Carlos and Natalie. I haven’t got a chance to interact much with Lindsey other than through email but all communications have been pleasant and it sounds like they are in the process of cleaning up after previous management. I have also had really friendly interactions with the maintenance guy (who’s name I haven’t got yet) going above and beyond to communicate with me when the office staff was dealing with something outside the office as well as enthusiastically greeting my pup on my way to do laundry. Looking forward to my time here!

So far I’m really pleased with this living situation for me and my dog. I had a very pleasant experience applying for my apartment and signing my lease with Carlos and Natalie. I haven’t got a chance to interact much with Lindsey other than through email but all communications have been pleasant and it sounds like they are in the process of cleaning up after previous management. I have also had really friendly interactions with the maintenance guy (who’s name I haven’t got yet) going above and beyond to communicate with me when the office staff was dealing with something outside the office as well as enthusiastically greeting my pup on my way to do laundry. Looking forward to my time here!

So far I’m really pleased with this living situation for me and my dog. I had a very pleasant experience applying for my apartment and signing my lease with Carlos and Natalie. I haven’t got a chance to interact much with Lindsey other than through email but all communications have been pleasant and it sounds like they are in the process of cleaning up after previous management. I have also had really friendly interactions with the maintenance guy (who’s name I haven’t got yet) going above and beyond to communicate with me when the office staff was dealing with something outside the office as well as enthusiastically greeting my pup on my way to do laundry. Looking forward to my time here!

Great studio apartments! Very convenient location! My girlfriend loves the nail salon downstairs too! Very friendly maintenance dude! Always looks out for me! Just wish parking was included.

Great studio apartments! Very convenient location! My girlfriend loves the nail salon downstairs too! Very friendly maintenance dude! Always looks out for me! Just wish parking was included.

Great studio apartments! Very convenient location! My girlfriend loves the nail salon downstairs too! Very friendly maintenance dude! Always looks out for me! Just wish parking was included.

Nice apt, very easy move in

Nice apt, very easy move in

I recently just moved in and I am highly satisfied with both the application process, the apartment itself and the execution. Carols, my leasing agent, was very kind, helpful, brief, yet informational. I found this apartment within one week, and moved in the same week. So far, so good, I will post an update in a couple months of how my time in the Pearl Studios is.

I recently just moved in and I am highly satisfied with both the application process, the apartment itself and the execution. Carols, my leasing agent, was very kind, helpful, brief, yet informational. I found this apartment within one week, and moved in the same week. So far, so good, I will post an update in a couple months of how my time in the Pearl Studios is.

Not car friendly, but mostly quiet and felt safe here.

Not car friendly, but mostly quiet and felt safe here.

They were so very sweet and accommodating! I am so happy I picked them because they seem to genuinely care about my comfort and happiness. They seriously go above and beyond for you to make sure you will be a happy tenant and will stay that way. I feel if I ever need anything, I won't ever have to hesitate about calling them and having them fix it :)

They were so very sweet and accommodating! I am so happy I picked them because they seem to genuinely care about my comfort and happiness. They seriously go above and beyond for you to make sure you will be a happy tenant and will stay that way. I feel if I ever need anything, I won't ever have to hesitate about calling them and having them fix it :)

Good people that work here. love the neighborhood, good place to be.

Good people that work here. love the neighborhood, good place to be.

Good people that work here. love the neighborhood, good place to be.

Great place to start out!

Great place to start out!

Staff helpful, kindness goes a long way in dealing with them. The mix of residents is peculiar here, and they must deal with a lot of BS, so naturally they have their guard up. A lot of the concerns mentioned in other reviews are valid, some less so, but three major things have not been brought up. Electric bills are extremely high here due to the gigantic refrigerators they supply and make you keep - a tenant is prohibited from buying and using their own. The new building one block south, Oro, has awesome medium-sized ones, and honestly a dorm-sized one would be sufficient in these studios based on the square footage. They cost a fortune to run, as do the inefficient built-in heaters that they went with. Second major concern is that of air quality. Not only is the property right under I-405, its at a busy interchange with Hwy 30 and Everett/Glisan. This building is constructed in such a way that none of the doors are square or seal properly, so even with the doors or windows closed you will be dusting daily and breathing what I would say is the worst quality air in the city. There are infirmed and elderly folk here on disability, and I honestly wonder who advised them that this would be a safe environment for them. The gaps under/around the Juliette doors let in highway soot and the gaps under/around let in whatever stinks in the hallways, and it's always something. Third is the door handles with integrated locks on the door to each studio. They cannot be locked from the outside with a key - you must press a button from inside on your way out. This absolutely guarantees lockouts and they are extremely insecure and easily broken into (Assurant Rental Insurance please make them address this ASAP.) The kitchen sinks and faucets are so tiny they are basically unusable, think RV-bathroom sized. You can wash a coffee cup but not put water in a Brita pitcher or wash a dinner plate. Very frustrating given the waste of space and energy that the previously-mentioned refrigerators are. The property while sort of charming does stink and I would say prepare to do a minimum of laundry here, the machines are filthy. I signed a 6 month lease that somehow became 7 months, I have no idea how but I'm not sweating it. This place is not meant to be permanent. Come in for 6/12/18 months and enjoy it, we need some good energy around here. It is absolutely the least expensive place in the ZIP code, so just be reasonable with your expectations and you'll find it tolerable. I signed for another year here after relinquishing my deposit at Oro - I was ready to move, but decided I won't pay their rates in an area with such toxic air quality.

I don’t understand why all the bad reviews.. yeah there has been a ton of management change, and sometimes it’s hard to find anyone in the office.. That has changed in the last month, I’ve gone down to the office multiple times, and there is always someone to help. Don’t complain about the square footage, you took a tour right?! You knew what you were renting? Why 1 Star a business, when it’s your fault for renting. Rent increase is only like $60 each renewal, that’s cheap compared. The homeless population has reduced quite a bit, and both my girlfriend and I feel safe. Our neighbors are great, and we have never had an issue. If you are looking for something cozy, affordable for the area and a modern place to live. This is it. Don’t let everyone’s immature negativity bring a great place down.

I don’t understand why all the bad reviews.. yeah there has been a ton of management change, and sometimes it’s hard to find anyone in the office.. That has changed in the last month, I’ve gone down to the office multiple times, and there is always someone to help. Don’t complain about the square footage, you took a tour right?! You knew what you were renting? Why 1 Star a business, when it’s your fault for renting. Rent increase is only like $60 each renewal, that’s cheap compared. The homeless population has reduced quite a bit, and both my girlfriend and I feel safe. Our neighbors are great, and we have never had an issue. If you are looking for something cozy, affordable for the area and a modern place to live. This is it. Don’t let everyone’s immature negativity bring a great place down.

Other than Mackenzie refusing and I mean sticking to her guns refusing about my request for a ball pit things are cool here. For anyone who is listening from corporate and DOES care about me being happy there’s all kinds of room for a ball pit, trampoline and bar in the common use area. No one even uses it anyway. Also: good job on hiring Low and Dirk.

Other than Mackenzie refusing and I mean sticking to her guns refusing about my request for a ball pit things are cool here. For anyone who is listening from corporate and DOES care about me being happy there’s all kinds of room for a ball pit, trampoline and bar in the common use area. No one even uses it anyway. Also: good job on hiring Low and Dirk.

Other than Mackenzie refusing and I mean sticking to her guns refusing about my request for a ball pit things are cool here. For anyone who is listening from corporate and DOES care about me being happy there’s all kinds of room for a ball pit, trampoline and bar in the common use area. No one even uses it anyway. Also: good job on hiring Low and Dirk.

I have lived here since 2015. For about 21/2 of those years we had new managers. It was a nightmare. Next managers, new rules. As soon as they learned how to manage, they moved to other places.Then we got very lucky and got McKenzie. She has really taken ahold of this place and turned it around.she has some great people skills and is willing to listen to residents complains and if she can , she does something about them. If she can’t, she will tell you why. She is stern when she has to be but always kind.The team of Lauren and Dierk round out the team. Dierk comes early and works very hard to keep this place clean and things working. The other thing I appreciate is the fact that we can have our animals here. For as many dogs as live here and close we have little who do not clean up after their animals. Thanks to the Pearl Studios staff.

I have lived here since 2015. For about 21/2 of those years we had new managers. It was a nightmare. Next managers, new rules. As soon as they learned how to manage, they moved to other places.Then we got very lucky and got McKenzie. She has really taken ahold of this place and turned it around.she has some great people skills and is willing to listen to residents complains and if she can , she does something about them. If she can’t, she will tell you why. She is stern when she has to be but always kind.The team of Lauren and Dierk round out the team. Dierk comes early and works very hard to keep this place clean and things working. The other thing I appreciate is the fact that we can have our animals here. For as many dogs as live here and close we have little who do not clean up after their animals. Thanks to the Pearl Studios staff.

I have lived here since 2015. For about 21/2 of those years we had new managers. It was a nightmare. Next managers, new rules. As soon as they learned how to manage, they moved to other places.Then we got very lucky and got McKenzie. She has really taken ahold of this place and turned it around.she has some great people skills and is willing to listen to residents complains and if she can , she does something about them. If she can’t, she will tell you why. She is stern when she has to be but always kind.The team of Lauren and Dierk round out the team. Dierk comes early and works very hard to keep this place clean and things working. The other thing I appreciate is the fact that we can have our animals here. For as many dogs as live here and close we have little who do not clean up after their animals. Thanks to the Pearl Studios staff.

Staff extremely responsive and helpful. Some of the residents are not the brightest bulbs in the box. The woman in building 3 on the ground level, with the 2 Beagles is the worst offender. Her dogs run out of the apartment consistently. They attacked one of my little guys on a leash. Advise to management- make it mandatory to put your dogs in a cage if they escape your apartment.

Staff extremely responsive and helpful. Some of the residents are not the brightest bulbs in the box. The woman in building 3 on the ground level, with the 2 Beagles is the worst offender. Her dogs run out of the apartment consistently. They attacked one of my little guys on a leash. Advise to management- make it mandatory to put your dogs in a cage if they escape your apartment.

I've been living here about three months now and I'm very happy so far. Management is excellent and what few issues there have been, like any building, have...

Fremont Studio Apartments are small living spaces at a comparatively lesser price than their larger counterparts in the upscale Pearl District. They're perfect for those transitioning, new in the area and single people on a budget. Pet-friendly. Straightforward. Close to mass transit. Few amenities, but if you live there, you're buying the surrounding lifestyle and will have the vibrant Pearl District and downtown Portland at your fingertips 24/7 so a tv in a lounge somewhere elicits a "meh" from me anyway. Great management since Mackenzie came 7/17 to Fremont and kicked bootie like a superhero on the mess the last management company left behind. David, her sidekick in the office, is pleasant and he seems to care. Refreshing. Lauren oversees the onsite maintenance which is quick to respond to requests. I see the new owners are finally able to move ahead and do some nice upgrades and I expect that there'll be some five-star reviews popping up once those are done. So it seems like a good time to rent here while it's on the upswing but still has some good prices attached. Regardless of where you live, there will always be those who whine and break rules, as in smoking in prohibited areas, especially in a multifamily unit setting. That's life. It's all about how well the management team responds and my experience was AMC's team is both quick and diligent in solving these issues to the extent the law allows. While my high ceiling with a concrete floor, ground level studio was fun, I moved in April after a two-year stint at Fremont, in search of a quieter existence than the bustling Pearl could offer. Good luck in your search. Cheers!

Fremont Studio Apartments are small living spaces at a comparatively lesser price than their larger counterparts in the upscale Pearl District. They're perfect for those transitioning, new in the area and single people on a budget. Pet-friendly. Straightforward. Close to mass transit. Few amenities, but if you live there, you're buying the surrounding lifestyle and will have the vibrant Pearl District and downtown Portland at your fingertips 24/7 so a tv in a lounge somewhere elicits a "meh" from me anyway. Great management since Mackenzie came 7/17 to Fremont and kicked bootie like a superhero on the mess the last management company left behind. David, her sidekick in the office, is pleasant and he seems to care. Refreshing. Lauren oversees the onsite maintenance which is quick to respond to requests. I see the new owners are finally able to move ahead and do some nice upgrades and I expect that there'll be some five-star reviews popping up once those are done. So it seems like a good time to rent here while it's on the upswing but still has some good prices attached. Regardless of where you live, there will always be those who whine and break rules, as in smoking in prohibited areas, especially in a multifamily unit setting. That's life. It's all about how well the management team responds and my experience was AMC's team is both quick and diligent in solving these issues to the extent the law allows. While my high ceiling with a concrete floor, ground level studio was fun, I moved in April after a two-year stint at Fremont, in search of a quieter existence than the bustling Pearl could offer. Good luck in your search. Cheers!

Everyone is really helpful and always very friendly. I had a couple lights that were out and we could not find the right ones but Ashlei went above and beyond and got me what I needed. She was great during the move and always gave me updates on everything. Can't say enough good things about her customer service.

Everyone is really helpful and always very friendly. I had a couple lights that were out and we could not find the right ones but Ashlei went above and beyond and got me what I needed. She was great during the move and always gave me updates on everything. Can't say enough good things about her customer service.

I am so happy Fremont finally found a new management company that actually knows what they’re doing! 🌈 I visit my brother a few day out of the month and every time I would come in the office the leasing agent Jay was rude and always made promises he couldn’t keep. He would put stuff in what he called a “resident complaint book”. But would NEVER address the complaints.. On Wednesday I came in to ask about a package and met the sweetest girl! Ashley is the best thing that has ever happened to These apartments! She is so bubbly and helpful. I especially liked how highly she spoke of the property and staff there. It shows a lot about her character. I’ll be coming to her from now on!

I really enjoyed living in this building for a year. Rich and the staff are excellent, I highly recommend!

I really enjoyed living in this building for a year. Rich and the staff are excellent, I highly recommend!

The application and leasing process has been so easy! The apartments are in such a great location and the office staff is extremely nice. I can't wait to...

The application and leasing process has been so easy! The apartments are in such a great location and the office staff is extremely nice. I can't wait to...

I loved living here! The new management took over and made things so much better. Johanna the property manager went above and beyond her duties. The...

I loved living here! The new management took over and made things so much better. Johanna the property manager went above and beyond her duties. The...

I just want to say that I lived here, and I loved my tiny house. Even though the building itself reminds me of stacked metal cargo bunkers in a shipping yard, you can't beat the price per square foot compared to other Pearl District apartments. Forget what people say about the staff, just enjoy frugal living for awhile and make the best of what you have. These aren't long term apartments anyways, you'll really appreciate space in your next living situation. Tiny pinhole recording devices installed throughout at least one living unit here.

I just want to say that I lived here, and I loved my tiny house. Even though the building itself reminds me of stacked metal cargo bunkers in a shipping yard, you can't beat the price per square foot compared to other Pearl District apartments. Forget what people say about the staff, just enjoy frugal living for awhile and make the best of what you have. These aren't long term apartments anyways, you'll really appreciate space in your next living situation. Tiny pinhole recording devices installed throughout at least one living unit here.

First off...no idea what the person is talking about regarding Hope. She has been nothing but appropriate and considerate since I've moved in back in March. My only complaint is the size of the kitchen sink. It's very difficult to wash a normal size dish and getting water on the counter and sink is common. However, living here has been a cool experience. It has been a big change but a great one...The location can't be beat for the price. My recommendation is to purchase a Murphy bed so you can still feel like you have a living room like lounge area. I don't know how others do it with a bed always out in the room. I recommend this place to anyone who is looking to live minimally and enjoy the many benefits of living in the Pearl.

I'm new here and so far I love. In the Pearl District - you can't beat it. Tons of stuff to do. Huge pool table. The lounge has a sweet TV. The laundry texts you when it's done! Super cool.

Small place with a big personality... Love it!

Great place to live, great management, they gave me a growler to fill upon signing of the lease, this is the future of eco-apartment low foot print living.

300 square foot studio? Not much of an issue. I was a little hesitant moving in as I imagined the square footage akin to a jail cell. When touring the...

So far a great place to live! Walking doesn't offset all of the eating and drinking unfortunately due to the amazing location. Breweries, restaurants,...