I lived at Parkline Miami for 3 years. T ...
I lived at Parkline Miami for 3 years. The summary is that it was a great experience that I truly do recommend it. But if you want the details, I like to be thorough in my reviews for people who are looking into new living spaces. In terms of the staff and management: No complaints at all. The management were always kind and prompt in their response. The same can be said about the front desk. I once lost a wedding dress in one of the delivery lockers, and they helped me open every. single. locker. until we found the one that had the dress in it. I loved greeting the cleaning staff in the mornings on my way to get coffee, and I could count on the maintenance and valet staff to be incredibly cheerful and helpful.
Speaking of valet, be sure to plan accordingly. It took a little getting used to, but we learned to call for the car in advance at correct times (as rush hour or weekend night times could be very crowded).Once we fell into the groove of that, it was second nature. It can be a little jarring not to be able to pop into your car yourself to get something you forgot, but it's very luxurious to drop off your vehicle without any worries. As of the time I was there, charging for an electric vehicle was free, which was a major plus as well.
On the building: I am always seeing the general areas being cleaned and fixed, and they're well managed. The amenities are also generally well maintained. I used the gym, pool and walking track too many times to count. My only complaint, and this is not on the building management (who in fact, keep trying to remind people), is that the walk track can be a little dirty because people walk their dogs there. Residents are constantly getting reminded that the private dog park is where people should walk their pets, but some don't respect this rule.
There's great social activities in the building; from yoga, to themed mixers. In true Miami style, there have also been events with a free cryotherapy facial, and a consign event with TheRealReal to get your luxury products analyzed. I find it incredibly fun and charming!
The apartments themselves: They are spacious and well temperature-controlled (a must in Florida). The ceramic floors work well with the climate; although my word of advice is to stay on top of cleaning them, if you don't they can get grody.
Unless they're dropping really heavy things, shouting very loudly by the pool, or downright shrieking at karaoke upstairs (I did have this happen, but thankfully it was only one night!), you really can't hear a peep from your up or downstairs neighbors. Whatever concrete they've used, it works! Same for the windows; despite all the noise and activity outside, once you close them, it is very silent. We sat through a reasonable Cat 1 to 2 hurricane without a care in the world. If you're sensitive to airflow/vent sounds, there are none.
The neighborhood: The surroundings have really built up, especially in the final year I was there (of course it would, as soon as I had to leave!). There's lots of retail, 3 different grocery stores, the Brightline, and some fast food options. It was a shame when the pandemic and lack of foot traffic halted the development of the Brightline food hall, but these locations have made up for it. It's very walkable and the metro mover is literally around the corner, making it easy to get to places like movie theaters, the Arscht Center, and Brickell.
And that is everything I could ever think of to comment on. Thank you Parkline Miami; you were comfortable and an oasis. I already miss it.