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Updated 2026-07-21 · 1,593 reviewed · 229 listed · Scored from 10 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.0(10) 49 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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What We Found

Five-star reviewers praise the concierge and amenities, but half the reviews are one-star complaints about mold throughout units, non-functional elevators with 5-9 minute waits, and management practices residents call unfair. A long-term tenant was denied a two-week move-out request and hit with two extra months of rent; another resident was charged $100 for alleged pet violations while policies go unenforced elsewhere. The building was recently rebranded from "The Travis" to distance itself from poor reputation, and tenants document issues on social media.

Multiple residents cite broken HVAC systems creating uninhabitable humidity in hallways and elevators. Management allegedly tried to have tenants sign NDAs and conducts warrantless apartment inspections. Despite advertised luxury finishes, the gap between the sales pitch and lived experience is stark.

Recent shift: Building rebranded from The Travis to Luminary Residences within the past year in attempt to escape poor reputation; recent shift in management approach with more aggressive fee collection and reduced resident flexibility, escalating complaints within the last two months

Praised for
  • concierge service and staff helpfulness
  • apartment finishes and amenities
  • responsive customer service moments
Watch-outs
  • widespread mold in units and common areas
  • broken elevators and long wait times
  • unfair lease enforcement and hidden charges
  • poor HVAC systems causing humidity in hallways
  • predatory move-out fees
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Best for: short-term residents comfortable with building maintenance risks and strict management policies
Think twice if: you have health concerns about mold or humidity, expect 5+ minute elevator waits most evenings, or value flexible lease terms and fair enforcement

What this Community Does Well

  • on-site concierge desk praised for responsiveness
  • attractive amenities (saltwater pool, finishes)
  • pet-friendly units available

What to Know Before Signing a Lease

  • Marlon (concierge) named for exceptional service
  • 5-9 minute elevator wait times during peak hours (after 4pm)
  • only 3 elevators across 30 floors
  • management charges include $100 alleged pet violation fees
  • two-week move-out requests have been denied with no compromise offered
  • building recently rebranded from The Travis to rebrand image
  • residents document HVAC and mold issues on TikTok accounts @momoneymorgan and @asianstacks
  • multiple ongoing tenant lawsuits over mold issues

How Residents Rate Management, Maintainance & More

Luxury & High-Rise Apartments
advertised luxury finishes praised, but mold, broken HVAC, and inadequate elevator infrastructure undermine the luxury experience

How This Community Compares

  • Rated 3 against a 4.13 average across the 185 luxury & high-rise apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 1% of the businesses in this directory.

What Residents Are Saying

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How We Score Communities

How We Score
Star rating 19
Review volume 45
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 42
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

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Common Questions About This Community

What is the elevator wait time during peak hours?
Residents report 5-9 minute waits after 4pm. The building has 3 elevators serving 30 floors.
Are there documented mold issues?
Yes. Multiple residents report mold throughout units and common areas tied to a broken HVAC system. Tenants have documented this on social media and legal complaints are filed.
Is the building pet-friendly?
Yes, pet-friendly housing is offered, but management has charged residents $100 for alleged pet violations and policies are enforced inconsistently.

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Last updated 2026-07-21