Windsor at Maxwell’s Green

My boyfriend and I moved in In April, and have nothing but good things to say!
Maintenance is amazing and fixes anything from the washing machine, the squeaky door and garbage disposal. I usually place a ticket while and work and come home to it fixed!
The ladies in the office are fabulous– Kristen, Lindsay and Michelle are so helpful and accommodating.
The apartment came spotless, with the offer to paint it before we moved in.
The location is great and walking the bike path to Davis has become one of our favorite walks.
We LOVE our place!

I recently moved to the San Francisco area for a job and it gave me some perspective on life at this property.
The price for a single is a touch high, but that double price is spot on. Once I experienced SF real estate prices, I realized how completely reasonable the price-​to-​sqft ratio at Maxwell’s really is!
I can’t praise the staff at Maxwell’s enough. They had to deal with me several times a week for any sort of nonsense and they were always cordial, professional and fast. Work orders are completed quickly as well. You’re not just paying for space; you’re hiring a team that helps you through the craze of your days. They’re wonderful!
I lived at Maxwell’s through the 108 inches of snow winter in 2015. Their grounds team kept the great drifts at bay, working long hours to pile and haul the snow. Having lived in a triple-​decker during the winter of 2013 when we shoveled feet of snow, this little convenience was truly wonderful.
In terms of community, the folks living in our building were always courteous. I never had issues with noise, smells or sketchy folks. It was easy living.
If I move back to Boston, I’ll be back at Maxwell’s.

Okay so I am updating my review since I have now lived here for 9 months and my boyfriend and I both love it here. I think there were some kinks at the beginning because the complex was new; however, things have been running much smoother in the past few months. We recently had a broken towel rack and maintenance was very fast to fix it. Additionally, the new employees in the office are wonderful, especially Stella, they are all very friendly and seem to care about the complex.
The distance to Davis is somewhat frustrating during these cold months; however, the shuttle to the T station is wonderful. In addition, the complex is great at snow removal and making sure the sidewalks and roads are salted.
Also, after the whole garage parking space fiasco I was moved into a spot in our building within a month so we haven’t had any problems with parking since then.
The only downsides at Maxwell’s Green seem to be the lack of guest parking and distance from Davis. I would definitely consider living here again.

The management and owners of this apartment complex are a total nightmare. My boyfriend submitted a complaint about one of the owners being rude to us in the common area a few MONTHS ago and just today while I was walking my dog behind the complex (the lease was amended after we moved that disallowed dogs in the open center grassy area), that same owner came up to me and confronted me about it! There was no one around and I’m walking down the still unfinished bike path (was told it’d be finished by December when we first moved in) and this creep gets in my face about how he lives here too and only had that one party in the common area. Not sure how that is a defense to be rude to residents, but on that same note, if you live here this CREEP will be your neighbor!
They’ve let contractors into our apartment even though we explicitly told them they do not have permission to enter since we would not be home and no one from the leasing office thought it might be a good idea to escort these strangers through our home.
They’ve held onto packages that they SWORE were not delivered for SIX MONTHS! You’ll be lucky if the manager stays until their posted office hours to pick up your package anyway.
They’ve made monthly changes to the lease that they just slide under your door for you to accept the changes and sign. (What’s the point of signing a leasing agreement in the first place??)
I guess «luxury living» means getting intimidated and pushed around by management and owners when you make a complaint about the place you pay way too much to live in in the first place. We’ve already found a new apartment and are moving out ASAP!
Don’t be sucked in by the beautiful new buildings and brand new appliances! DO NOT LIVE HERE!

From a current resident of three years (as of 2016):
PROS
Apartments are very high quality. Appliances are all middle/​high end, stainless steel and energy efficient. Counters are granite. Floors are bamboo. Carpet low pile, padded and plush. Windows are large and natural light is great. Units have the feel of an upscale hotel. Kitchen has plenty of cabinet space, garbage disposal and attractive light fixtures. Bathroom has tile, good water pressure, linen closet, lots of towel racks and hangers. Bedroom is spacious, closet is walk-​in. Full-​sized washer and dryer IN each apartment, which you won’t find in most places here. Energy efficient appliances are exactly that. My utility bills have never been this low in my entire life. Video security monitors are great. The pet policy is very accommodating. Neighborhood is lovely and reasonably safe-​feeling. Residents are in the young professional /​young family range, although there are an increasing number of college students moving in.
Grounds are well maintained and beautiful. Snow removal is top-​notch over winter, 24 – 7 plowing, salting surfaces, snow blowing sidewalks. They even sent crews around to clear our balconies when the blizzards hit. Gym is well equipped and clean. Café remains stocked and tidy. Center courtyard is gorgeous. Everything is kept immaculate.
Maintenance is super speedy and efficient if you need something fixed or adjusted. Most of my calls were responded to in less than an hour. Office personnel are super polite and always helpful. Packages are accepted and held on behalf of the residents so no more missing deliveries. Really love this feature.
CONS
Mainly cost. The price is high for the square footage provided. Bamboo floors are extremely delicate and scratch with the slightest touch. Kitchen stove is electric, which is a serious downgrade if you’ve been cooking with gas your whole life. Hot water closet has substantial room for storage but management locks it and you’re not allowed access a space within your own apartment. Kitchen pantry is five feet tall but only has ONE shelf. Bathroom linen closet is the same way. You have to assemble your own shelving solutions inside.
Noise level can be high on lower floors. Walls are thick (no voices or television), but ceilings/​floors are exceptionally thin. Previously rented a lower level unit and constant 24 – 7 pounding/​dropping/​hammering from upstairs neighbors became too much. Management graciously allowed me to switch to a top floor apartment. Highly recommend top floor if possible.
Hallways can also be noisy on weekend nights. Front doors have a 1″ open air space at the bottom, allowing voices and sounds to leak into your apartment. Also, there is a rail line which runs adjacent to the complex and you’ll hear the train pass several times a day although it’s quick and fairly muted from my building.
OTHER REMARKS
The guest parking slots are often full. With 184 apartments and over 300 residents, this is woefully inadequate. The solution was to purchase a Somerville City Visitor Parking Permit from the city ($ 10-​$ 40 a year, depending on usage) and have guests park on the street outside.
The two Zip Cars are a great resources but they’re also rented out ALL the time, so to nab one, book at least two days in advance.
Bathroom is beautifully tiled, but the grout is NOT sealed, so be careful or else prepare for extensive cleaning /​bleaching. Having a tub is nice, but it’s far too shallow to be of any use. I’m very petite but even so, a filled tub of water won’t cover my legs, let alone allow me to soak and relax.
Transit is somewhat close. Porter Square (Red Line and Fitchburg Commuter Rail) is a 20 minute casual walk. Davis Square is about 15 minutes along the Bike Path. Bus lines run along Highland Ave. and Broadway. Highly recommend getting a bicycle to reach public transit.
RECOMMEND?
I landed here when I had to relocate for work and simply took the quickest apartment I could find. It’s a great starting point for young professionals and new families. Obviously you can find cheaper or larger places in the surrounding neighborhood, but the amenities, low energy bills, polite, responsive management and 24-​hour snow removal practically make up for those differences. I enjoy living here and plan to stay until I can save up and buy a home of my own.

So my company just opened a new office in Boston and I chose to relocate. I looked at 2 other apartments before falling in love with this place.
The amenities are top notch and the team is very helpful and responsive. I know that I am not the easiest tenant to deal with (with the occasional odd requests and what not), but the staff is always there to help me and accommodate me in any way they can. I think it took around 2 visits to the office before everyone knew my name and my apartment.
As more and more people start to move in, I am finding my neighbors to be very nice. I even have been invited out for drinks on several occasions. Being new to the neighborhood and living in a social environment such as this one really helps me get acclimated to the new city.
Last and perhaps most important, Maxwell’s Green offers a resident portal website which allows automatic rent payments. I am notorious for being a forgetful person so this is a must have for me. A month after I moved in (first month was free!) I set up my account and haven’t looked at it since.
I definitely recommend.
P. S. There was a shuttle to Davis last winter! How did I almost forget that?!

Built well but extremely pricey for the amount of space you get. Places are very nicely upgraded and décor is great, but square footage is very lacking. Not a fan of the location for paying this much.
We met with Tyler who was very nice and helpful… He gets high marks.

I moved in a month ago and I love it. Sunday we watched Game of Thrones in the movie theater and it was awesome.
I find David and Ali in the main office to be really nice and laid back. They put up a sign in the elevator that says «Welcome Home” — made me smile.
I am excited as I watch the pathways onto the forthcoming bike path extension take shape.
They just put the patio furniture out on the shared roof deck and I can’t wait to use it (come on spring!).
Gym is okay. I wish there was a rowing machine and more weights but I am able to log some cardio in there so I can’t complain.
I haven’t met many neighbors yet but I am optimistic that they are a friendly bunch.
The appliances, floor and fixtures/​finishes in the unit are sturdy and high performing. I love my apartment everyday. It is a little bit of the feeling of being in a hotel.
My building is the last one up (I imagine the early tenants dealt with lots of construction noises) and is very quiet, save for a few dogs. There is a dog living near the elevator on 1^st floor, and one just moved across from me on 2. Basically anytime you walk near the apartments the dogs go berserk. I credit MG for not discriminating against pet owners, but I question pet owners with barking dogs who move them into shared living situations. Dogs bark when they are stressed because they feel invaded and are protecting the home. Poor doggies will be constantly stressed here!

Wow! Unexpected for Somerville! Really nice building and great value for what you get compared to other places I have checked out (Work out/​yoga class, roof deck, bike path access, walk to Davis Sq) Really nice people in the office and overall good vibe. Been on the apt hunt for a few months and I think this is it!

This community is awesome! I moved here in October 2012 and love it! There is a great staff in the office as well as a great maintenance guy! The property is full of modern amenities and it is pet friendly and smoke free! Definitely a great community to be a part of!

Anyone who is going to live here needs to give it serious consideration. It is still under construction. The management team is wonderful but the owners constantly inconvenience the renters for their construction purposes. There will be at least one visit a week to your unit to figure out something they constructed wrong, trucks will block you in the mornings, no less than 3 emails a week with new processes/​changes that require your action, and there is loud noise regularly before 7 a.m. for construction. One year from now this will be a great place to live.

Visited Maxwell’s Green last month and have to say this is one of the nicest apartments I have visited. Not only is it brand new but it has a really nice work out room and a killer location in Somerville. Not sure when my husband and I will be moving, but this place is tops on our list! Oh yeah — and it is SMOKE FREE! Love that!

I’m on my apartment hunt now, going through the daunting task of relocating. While I am not sure if it will work out renting at Maxwell’s Green, I must admit that I was very impressed with how thoroughly helpful and knowledgeable Emily in the leasing office was.
Emily responded to my questions about the property immediately and patiently answered all of the questions I had; she never made me feel rushed. She also forwarded me to additional resources that would help me on my apartment hunt within my grad school budget. From what I’ve seen, not only are the apartments impressive, but the service seems top notch, too.
Even if I don’t choose Maxwell’s Green, I’m still very impressed and I’m glad to pass along my positive experience.