Carlyle at South Mountain Apartments
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5151 East Guadalupe Road, Phoenix, AZ 85044

3.5

(691 Reviews & Surveys)
$1,080 - $2,094/mo

Move-In Specials

6 weeks free! Terms apply. Limited time only!

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3.5 rating

476 total reviews

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Current Resident 237183

Verified Resident 2016

4.3

5/11/2016

Its okay, the apartment was not prepared when I moved in and I had to clean the apartment home myself. The carpets were very dirty and the bathroom tub was not clean. I have to call emergency maintenance out to fix a few of the problems.Please ca

    Property Manager Response

    5/12/2016

    We are disappointed to hear that your stay with us has not been to your satisfaction. If you have any additional comments or suggestions of how we may improve your experience with us, please e-mail our Cares Team at feedback@trinity-pm.com.
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    Current Resident 236044

    Verified Resident 2015 - 2018

    5.0

    1/22/2018

    This is a very good apartment, I definitely recommend my friends about this apartments and encourage them to stay here. Staff is very good and co-operative. All the issues/problems which I reported till now were addressed before the expected time.

      Property Manager Response

      8/2/2016

      We appreciate your feedback. Hearing from our residents helps ensure that we are providing amenities and services that meet their expectations.
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      Current Resident 234068

      Verified Resident 2015 - 2016

      1.7

      4/28/2016

      This complex doesn't even deserve a star! The new management company is a joke & they have turned this place in to a circus. We (my husband & I)had multipule issues during the move in process. We have had to open multipule work orders to have things fixed in our apartment. Due to the issues during the move-in process, we've requested that maintenance calls before entering our apartment. That way we can keep track of who is in our apartment & why. Not once prior to coming to our apartment has maintenance called. On top of that the work orders are either lost, the work is half --- done or they don't fix it at all. We pay over $1200 a month in rent for what, to live in a complex where its okay to have your car broken into & management not help you in regards to re-keying your apartment(knowing you have 3 children in the home under the age of 15), the front gates never being closed at night, your neighbors up all hours of the night slamming doors/banging on walls, another neighbor hit your car, you see them do it & management refuses to move your parking place or the other persons. In addition, recently my washer started smelling like gas, even though there are no gas lines coming into our apartment. We opened a work order, gave permission to enter(lucky we were home this time around). The maintenance guy says he doesn't smell anything & that the washer is a newer one, but then he proceeds to tell us to run hot water & bleach through our washing machine. If you dont smell the gas why would you advise us to run hot water & bleach in the washer?!

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        Current Resident 232934

        Verified Resident 2016

        5.0

        4/25/2016

        We read some reviews about the new property management company being bad. We were a little concerned as the last two living arrangements have been awful as far as property management is concerned. So far the office staff, especially Jessica have been very pleasant and the maintenance was also very prompt and professional as well. We only recently moved in, but so far our experience has been pleasant. We are up against the 10 but the noise isn't really noticeable in the apartment. So far we have no complaints and are looking forward to living here.

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          Current Resident 231591

          Verified Resident 2016

          2.5

          4/18/2016

          Lighting in the open spaces is very dull. Parking has very less lighting. Garage has very less lighting available. Maintenance staff is good, but the office staff are very careless. They missed my Move in sheet, which I had to refill again...

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            Current Resident 229722

            Verified Resident 2009 - 2016

            5.0

            4/11/2016

            Can't beat the location and Carlyle is a much needed improvement from the last property management company that we had. I started out in a one bedroom and upgraded to a two bedroom 3 years ago. I have golf course and mountain views and very nice neighbors.

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              Current Resident 228124

              Verified Resident 2016

              4.0

              12/16/2016

              It's a decent apartment and good overall area. Only gripe is there isn't enough lighting throughout the complex at night. The amenities are great, free coffee (lattes, espressos, cappuccinos) gyms, and the costs is "ok". We got lucky and have a 2 bed, 2 bath and garage for under 1200$ a month. It's also located at a convenient spot. As a black man, I wouldn't mind a evening run but because there isn't enough lighting, plus the environment we live in today, I stay in doors when I can.

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                Current Resident 221785

                Verified Resident 2014 - 2016

                4.3

                3/4/2016

                Other than the hot tub not working outside my apartment, the past year and a half has been great. When things break they are always quick to help out! Thanks, since i have to add more text, the AC went out and they gave me a new one within a week and a temporary one in the mean time! thanks!

                  Property Manager Response

                  3/18/2016

                  Thank you for taking the time to review our community. Please inform a member of our team if there is anything more we can do to enhance your experience with us.
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                  Current Resident 218035

                  Verified Resident 2015 - 2016

                  3.7

                  2/16/2016

                  It was great until I had to call maintenance to help me with my garage it stayed stuck half ways for 3 days with all my valuables there I would leave messages and they woud call me back assuring it would be fixed nothing ever happened very disappointed that

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                    Current Resident 217435

                    Verified Resident 2015 - 2017

                    4.7

                    7/31/2017

                    Like anything in life, there are good things and not so good things. I choose to focus on the good! For the most part its a great place to live. I can see that management is trying to make some improvements and for that I'm thankful.

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                      Current Resident 214246

                      Verified Resident 2015 - 2016

                      4.5

                      1/30/2016

                      We searched many apartments in the area before finding this one. When we went in to the leasing office the atmosphere was inviting and the staff was very receptive. We were very impressed and needles to say the apt itself was clean and bright.

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                        Current Resident 615409

                        Resident 2015

                        2.2

                        11/30/2015

                        I've been residing in this complex for about 3 months and lets just say it has been the worse experience so far. The community is delightful but the staff is beyond rude! When you try and contact the office, no one is available to answer the phone so you have to go out of your way and convenience and walk/drive to the office just to be greeted by RUDE staff. Everyone was so delightful and enjoyable to converse with prior to signing our 1 year lease. Once you sign the lease, you begin to see true colors. Lets also mention the fact that each time I have a package delivered to the complex, for some reason once the local postal service comes back and confirms who in the office signs for it, they still continue to manage to loose the parcels that I have been expecting to receive. I would NEVER recommend anyone to reside here. Nothing but rude staffing and uncomprehending staff!

                          Property Manager Response

                          12/10/2015

                          We are disappointed to hear that your stay with us has not been to your satisfaction. If you have any additional comments or suggestions of how we may improve your experience with us, please e-mail our Cares Team at feedback@trinity-pm.com.
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                          Current Resident 197823

                          Verified Resident 2014 - 2015

                          2.5

                          11/11/2015

                          Dealing with staff shows no professionalism.The requests to speak to a manager is farce because the staff always find an excuse why the mngr is never available for their incomoetence.theres something that always gets lost or is not done in a timely manner. I have been treated poorly by the staff on many occasions.

                            Property Manager Response

                            11/18/2015

                            We are disappointed to hear that your stay with us has not been to your satisfaction. If you have any additional comments or suggestions of how we may improve your experience with us, please e-mail our Cares Team at feedback@trinity-pm.com.
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                            Current Resident 189934

                            Verified Resident 2015

                            2.2

                            10/11/2015

                            The experience here has been very subpar and I haven't been here a full month yet! I moved in on 10/3 and is still dealing with repairs and painting issues on a daily basis. The issues I've had has ranged from a broken bathroom vanity, to missing fixtures, to a very dirty living space with paint & grout stained floors. (and this is after they told me the cleaning crew just left the property) The management and maintenance crew are very lazy and does not contact customers in a timely manner. Each day that I've asked to be contacted or have maintenance come out, they show up from 1hr-30 minutes before closing time, and no matter what you're dealing with, they WILL NOT stay beyond closing to assist you. This is the most unprofessional staff that I've ever had to deal with in all of my adulthood. Also, the staff repeatedly states the phrase "This is not how we normally do business", however, this is obviously their "go to" phrase. They can show me a lot better than they could ever tell me. I work for a fortune 50 company who could refer several of my peers to this community and wouldn't dare refer anyone to have to deal with this chaos. If you chose to check out this community, please do not be mislead by the term "upgrades", as this is nothing more than peel and stick flooring with a terribly installed, small, backsplash in the kitchen and bathrooms. I've just recently moved to Arizona and this is a terrible welcome. No one should be this stressed out at home. Good luck to anyone that choses to view this property.

                              Property Manager Response

                              10/16/2015

                              We are disappointed to hear that your stay with us has not been to your satisfaction. If you have any additional comments or suggestions of how we may improve your experience with us, please e-mail our Cares Team at feedback@trinity-pm.com.
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                              Current Resident 187337

                              Verified Resident 2015

                              4.7

                              9/29/2015

                              I recently moved into this apartment complex on 09/21/15, therefore I can't speak too much on the complex yet. Currently, I can say that is has been an OK experience, being as we had a delayed on some items in our home and some miscommunication in other areas. Staff memebers, especially Santana and Melissa have been very respectful and prompt on requests or concerns. With that being said, maintenance as well has come quickly to each and every work order request and have nice personalities while in my home.

                                Property Manager Response

                                10/8/2015

                                Thank you for taking the time to review our community. Please inform a member of our team if there is anything more we can do to enhance your experience with us.
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                                Current Resident 186862

                                Verified Resident 2015

                                3.2

                                9/28/2015

                                Overall, this is a wonderful community. Nice amenities and overall aesthetically nice. The staff members are nice but they could be more attentive to maintenance issues if they were allowed to make repairs as observed rather than have to wait until someone reports them.

                                  Property Manager Response

                                  10/8/2015

                                  Thank you for bringing your concerns to our attention. Our on-site team has been notified and will investigate the situation further. If you require immediate assistance please contact the office via telephone.
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                                  Current Resident 186043

                                  Verified Resident 2014 - 2015

                                  4.0

                                  12/22/2015

                                  Carlyle at South Mountain is becoming better and better. The service requests are taken care immediately. The maintenance staff are very cool. The best part of this place is people are calm and simple. They do not disturb you at all.. They help you when possible.

                                    Property Manager Response

                                    9/24/2015

                                    We appreciate your feedback. Hearing from our residents helps ensure that we are providing amenities and services that meet their expectations.
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                                    Current Resident 185365

                                    Verified Resident 2014 - 2016

                                    1.7

                                    6/23/2016

                                    Overall community is okay. The office staff is very unresponsive and maintenance requests take long to complete. There's alot of pet waste around premises. There is no security guard on site even though office claims there is. Not happy!!

                                      Property Manager Response

                                      9/24/2015

                                      Thank you for your review. Constructive feedback helps us assess our strengths and weaknesses and allows us to provide our residents with an exceptional place to call home.
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                                      Current Resident 185228

                                      Verified Resident 2014 - 2015

                                      5.0

                                      11/30/2015

                                      very professional and friendly. Would recommend to family and friends. Very nice and clean environment. Staff is all very friendly. Love the apartments and the floor plan I have. Also loving the new color of the exterior on the apts and all the wokr being done on our apt community

                                        Property Manager Response

                                        9/24/2015

                                        We appreciate your feedback. Hearing from our residents helps ensure that we are providing amenities and services that meet their expectations.
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                                        Current Resident 179820

                                        Verified Resident 2015

                                        3.3

                                        8/31/2015

                                        Dead bushes need to be replaced. When u are promised something, it should be fulfilled, such as airing out the apartment... we have to wait a whole week before we can move in. Sucks. Front office Elaina is super nice. Please keep her around. Thx ead bushes need to be replaced. When u are promised something, it should be fulfilled, such as airing out the apartment... we have to wait a whole week before we can move in. Sucks. Front office Elaina is super nice. Please keep her around. Thx

                                          Property Manager Response

                                          9/11/2015

                                          Thank you for your review. Constructive feedback helps us assess our strengths and weaknesses and allows us to provide our residents with an exceptional place to call home.
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                                          Current Resident 179571

                                          Verified Resident 2014 - 2015

                                          2.0

                                          8/31/2015

                                          I've lived here twice, once in a three bedroom and once in a two. the first time was great, but since I got the two bedroom and the management changed its been pretty awful. My garage door remains busted even though I've put in requests to have it fixed, the exterior lighting has been off for months making it hard to see outside. I've had friends and even myself almost fall down the stairs leaving the apartment at night.

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                                            Current Resident 176866

                                            Verified Resident 2013 - 2016

                                            5.0

                                            3/18/2016

                                            It has been great, peace full. The service and maintenance are on top of things. Repairs are done timely. Its is also a very secure complex. I have accidentlly left the cars open and even the key on the door of the car. One of the maintenance workers was kind enough to take the car key to the office which in turn gave it to us.

                                              Property Manager Response

                                              8/21/2015

                                              We appreciate your feedback. Hearing from our residents helps ensure that we are providing amenities and services that meet their expectations.
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                                              Current Resident 176682

                                              Verified Resident 2015 - 2016

                                              4.5

                                              6/3/2016

                                              These apartments are absolutely gorgeous and quite. Everyone speaks to everyone. The people in the office are extremely nice but when you move in be sure to check everything in apartment first and take pictures of things you dislike. Overall I definitely recommend the apartments.

                                                Property Manager Response

                                                6/7/2016

                                                We appreciate your feedback. Hearing from our residents helps ensure that we are providing amenities and services that meet their expectations.
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                                                Current Resident 175379

                                                Verified Resident 2015 - 2016

                                                3.3

                                                4/11/2016

                                                I have not had any bad experiences while living here, unfortunately, my upstairs neighbors keep up a lot of noise and this was not the case a year ago when I moved in because it was very quiet in this complex the rent has gone up by $60.00 since I have lived here.

                                                  Property Manager Response

                                                  8/18/2015

                                                  We appreciate your feedback. Hearing from our residents helps ensure that we are providing amenities and services that meet their expectations.
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                                                  Current Resident 754796

                                                  Resident 2015

                                                  2.2

                                                  8/13/2015

                                                  Office staff is awesome! Just wish the maintenence was a bit faster and get things right the first time so they wouldn't have to keep going back. Cars speed through here a lot at night, it's scary walking out of the garage. Huge cricket and roach problem on the sidewalks outside. Also, it's taking a VERY long time to complete the painting on the buildings. Only thing I love here is the office staff.

                                                    Property Manager Response

                                                    8/13/2015

                                                    Thank you for bringing your concerns to our attention. Our on-site team has been notified and will investigate the situation further. If you require immediate assistance please contact the office via telephone.

                                                    Floor Plans & Pricing

                                                    1 Bedroom

                                                    A2

                                                    13 Available Units

                                                    1 Bed, 1 Bath | 814 sq. ft.

                                                    $1,257 - $1,543

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                                                    A1

                                                    7 Available Units

                                                    1 Bed, 1 Bath | 759 sq. ft.

                                                    $1,080 - $1,529

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                                                    2 Bedrooms

                                                    B1

                                                    9 Available Units

                                                    2 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,055 sq. ft.

                                                    $1,430 - $1,693

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                                                    B2

                                                    9 Available Units

                                                    2 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,080 sq. ft.

                                                    $1,542 - $1,822

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                                                    3 Bedrooms

                                                    C1

                                                    8 Available Units

                                                    3 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,262 sq. ft.

                                                    $1,716 - $2,094

                                                    See Floor Plan Details

                                                    Disclaimer: Special, prices and availabilities subject to change.

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                                                    Community epIQ Grade

                                                    A-
                                                    A-

                                                    Renter Ratings

                                                    B

                                                    Review Ratings (from 42 reviews)

                                                    Noise

                                                    3.2

                                                    Grounds

                                                    2.7

                                                    Safety

                                                    3.0

                                                    Office Staff

                                                    2.7

                                                    Maintenance

                                                    2.5

                                                    Neighborhood

                                                    3.4

                                                    Survey Scores (from 215 surveys)

                                                    Post-Tour Survey

                                                    4.2

                                                    Move-In Survey

                                                    3.3

                                                    Maintenance & Support Survey

                                                    3.4

                                                    Lease Renewal Survey

                                                    3.0

                                                    Review Count

                                                    A+

                                                    Number of reviews in the past 365 days

                                                    42

                                                    Manager’s Review Engagement

                                                    A+

                                                    Percentage of reviews responded to

                                                    100.00%

                                                    Manager’s Review Reply Time

                                                    B

                                                    Average time to respond to reviews

                                                    20.95 days

                                                    Features & Amenities

                                                    Laundry
                                                    • Full Size and Washer and Dryer
                                                    Parking
                                                    • Attached and Detached Garages Available
                                                    • Reserved Covered Parking Spaces Available
                                                    Pets
                                                    • Dogs Allowed
                                                      Restrictions: No Aggressive Breeds. Pet Limit: 2
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                                                    • Cats Allowed
                                                      Pet Limit: 2
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                                                    Other
                                                    • 24-Hour Maintenance
                                                    • Air Conditioning
                                                    • Balcony or Patio
                                                    • Bark Park
                                                    • Cat Friendly
                                                    • Clubhouse
                                                    • Community Center
                                                    • Community Events
                                                    • Conference Room
                                                    • Controlled Access
                                                    • Dishwasher
                                                    • Faux Wood Floors
                                                    • Fetch Package System
                                                    • Fitness Center
                                                    • Framed Mirror
                                                    • Gated Community
                                                    • Golf Course
                                                    • Large Dog Friendly
                                                    • Lounge with Fireplace, TVs and Wi-Fi
                                                    • No Deposit Community
                                                    • On-site Personnel
                                                    • Oversized Closets
                                                    • Playground
                                                    • Poolside Kitchen
                                                    • Premium Hardware and Lighting
                                                    • Professional Caf Management
                                                    • Stainless Steel Appliances
                                                    • Subway Tile Backsplash
                                                    • Two Resort-Style Pools With Hot Tub
                                                    • USB Outlets
                                                    • Valet Trash Service
                                                    • Woodburning Fireplace
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                                                    Leasing

                                                    Welcome Home to your personal oasis at Carlyle at South Mountain Apartments, where an elegant driveway lined with palm trees reveals stunning Spanish-style architecture and sprawling green spaces. When you rent your next home in this community, you will enjoy picturesque views and access to the best hiking and biking trails in Phoenix. Situated in the foothills of the South Mountain Preserve, our spacious floor plans are designed to provide plenty of room for relaxation. Cook your favorite meal in the kitchen, complete with modern light fixtures, black appliances, and white cabinetry. A separate dining area delivers a comfortable area to savor your dishes, while a large living room offers an ideal space to unwind. Hardwood-style flooring adds a classic feel to some apartments. Step outside to relax on your private patio or balcony, or get cozy next to the fireplace in select models. We welcome to tour our resort-style community today.
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                                                    Office Hours

                                                    • Sunday: Closed
                                                    • Monday - Friday: 09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
                                                    • Saturday: 10:00 AM - 05:30 PM
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                                                    Questions & Answers (2)

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                                                    Asked on: 03/16/2022
                                                    Q: How long did it take for them to approve your application once they start processing it?
                                                    Anonymous
                                                    Asked on: 03/19/2018
                                                    Q: How easy is it to find guest parking?
                                                    Anonymous
                                                    Answered on: 05/29/2018
                                                    A: It's not all that easy. Living on the freeway side afford more "free" parking spaces.

                                                    Frequently Asked

                                                    How is Carlyle at South Mountain Apartments Rated?
                                                    Based on 691 number of votes by renters, Carlyle at South Mountain Apartments is currently rated 3.5 out of 5 stars.
                                                    How satisfied are residents with the upkeep and overall appearance of the grounds at Carlyle at South Mountain Apartments?
                                                    Grounds: Carlyle at South Mountain Apartments is rated 2.7 out of 5 stars for grounds by renters, which is considered poor. This means that some renters have shared concerns about the upkeep of the community grounds, common areas, and/or overall appearance, which can negatively impact their desire to remain a resident.
                                                    How effective was the maintenance team when resolving your problem?
                                                    Maintenance: Carlyle at South Mountain Apartments is rated 2.5 out of 5 stars for maintenance by renters, which is considered poor. This means that some residents have expressed frustration with the speed, responsiveness and/or effectiveness of addressing maintenance-related issues, which may negatively impact their living experience.
                                                    What are noise levels like at Carlyle at South Mountain Apartments?
                                                    Carlyle at South Mountain Apartments is rated 3.2 out of 5 stars in our renters noise survey, which is considered below average. The noise level is often disruptive and affects quality of life.
                                                    How safe is Carlyle at South Mountain Apartments?
                                                    Carlyle at South Mountain Apartments is rated 3 out of 5 stars in our renters safety survey, which is considered below average. The complex has significant safety concerns that need immediate attention.
                                                    How satisfied are residents with the neighborhood?
                                                    Carlyle at South Mountain Apartments is rated 3.4 out of 5 stars in our renters neighborhood survey, which is considered below average. The complex is located in a neighborhood with significant safety or desirability concerns, with few access to local attractions and services.
                                                    How satisfied are residents with the staff at Carlyle at South Mountain Apartments?
                                                    Staff: Carlyle at South Mountain Apartments is rated 2.7 out of 5 stars for staff by renters, which is considered poor. This means that some residents have expressed concerns with the friendliness, responsiveness, and/or helpfulness of the on-site team during their interactions with the community.
                                                    How often does management engage with reviews?
                                                    Managers have responded to 100% of their community reviews in the past year.
                                                    How quickly does management engage with reviews?
                                                    Managers have replied within 20.95 days to their community reviews in the past year.
                                                    Who manages Carlyle at South Mountain Apartments?
                                                    CAF Management
                                                    What is the pet policy at Carlyle at South Mountain Apartments?
                                                    Dogs Allowed
                                                    Restrictions: No Aggressive Breeds
                                                    Pet Limit: 2
                                                    Cats Allowed
                                                    Pet Limit: 2
                                                    What types of floor plans are available?
                                                    1 Bed, 1 Bath
                                                    2 Beds, 2 Baths
                                                    3 Beds, 2 Baths
                                                    What is the move-in special?
                                                    6 weeks free! Terms apply. Limited time only!

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                                                    Carlyle at South Mountain Apartments is a 759 - 1,262 sq. ft. apartment in Phoenix in zip code 85044. This community has a 1 - 3 Beds, 1 - 2 Baths, and is for rent for $1,080 - $2,094. Nearby cities include Phoenix,, Paradise Valley, Glendale, Scottsdale, Laveen, Tempe, Peoria, Tolleson, Guadalupe, Youngtown, Avondale, Sun City, and El Mirage.