The Reserve at Forest Hills
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361 Darlington Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28403

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(472 Reviews)
$1,157 - $1,842/mo

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Current Resident 217992

Verified Resident 2016

4.0

2/16/2016

The staff is very helpful, and the amenities/location are second to none (in this area). I was very satisfied with the staff during my move-in, because they allowed me to switch apartments (within the same building) at the last minute, due to a mistake on my part.

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    Current Resident 212276

    Verified Resident 2009 - 2016

    5.0

    1/21/2016

    Very spacious and accommodating. This complex has more amenities than any other in Wilmington. Friendly and attentive staff. Great community and close to UNCW and downtown Wilmington. They offer many types of workout classes for free and the gym is very nice and new.

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      Current Resident 203222

      Verified Resident 2015

      4.0

      12/7/2015

      Awesome community so far! We have lived at this location for approximately 5 months so far. Maintenance is quick to respond to issues, and office staff is a pleasure to work with. Highly recommended to all looking for a great place to reside in Wilmington. Location of apartment complex is superb as well!

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        Current Resident 202403

        Verified Resident 2014 - 2015

        2.7

        12/3/2015

        The staff in the office are entirely useless. If you have a single question do not expect an answer for 30 minutes. They have no knowledge or communication skills to resolve problems. They also will bait you into paying for longer than your rental term.

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          Current Resident 200547

          Verified Resident 2011 - 2015

          3.8

          11/23/2015

          I've watched this place grow since 2011 and I'm still living here for a reason. With the exception of some neighbors not curbing after their dogs, I'm very satisfied living here. Clubhouse, pool, 24/7 business center, and friendly staff. Yup!

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            Current Resident 200119

            Verified Resident 2014 - 2016

            2.7

            6/10/2016

            The common area has dog waste on steps and rugs, you call smell it on grounds as u get out of your car. Lighting on stairwells and my floor in building have been out since I moved in over 2 yrs ago. Not sure about the other ones.I just know it's not safe. I don't feel it's my job to tell them, maintenance should be checking them.

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              Current Resident 198667

              Verified Resident 2013 - 2015

              5.0

              11/16/2015

              I love living here. The price is right and we are close to everybody. The people in the office are very nice as well. We love the pool and amenities esp. In the Summer. We have been here for over 3 years now and will probably continue to re sign our lease until we are ready for a house.

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                Current Resident 197471

                Verified Resident 2015

                4.0

                11/11/2015

                The staff at the Reserve at Forest Hills is very friendly and helpful. The amenities are excellent and very clean. I would have been better able to make a more informed decision if I had been shown the exact apartment I would be renting. The quality of the model apartment is much nicer than the actual apartment.

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                  Current Resident 308098

                  Resident 2012 - 2015

                  2.7

                  11/4/2015

                  The main complaint I have with The Reserve is the staff in the office. I have been living here for four years, and it seems like every month there is an issue with the bill. You can never reach them through email, and when you go in person they seem to know less than you about the issue. Then when they say they have corrected the issue, the next month it is obvious nothing has been done. It is getting quite tiring, and I am thankful this is my last year in this apartment complex.

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                    Current Resident 193064

                    Verified Resident 2010 - 2015

                    4.2

                    10/23/2015

                    It's been great. The apartment is spacious, the office staff is great (I love Britney) and maintenance is wonderful-fast, efficient & friendly! The only issue I have is with parking. I wish there was designated visitor parking because my neighbors' guests fill up the parking lot and leave me no where to park after 5 oclock.

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                      Current Resident 188156

                      Verified Resident 2015

                      4.8

                      10/3/2015

                      A fantastic place to live! Excellent rental packages, friendly staff and great location- close to everything! Maintenance issues are addressed quickly and the club house has excellent amenities and services available. Dog park on site too!

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                        Sea33hawk

                        ProspectVisited 2015

                        2.7

                        8/28/2015

                        I picked an apartment in the location I preferred. It took about two days for them to cash my $60 check for the fee and my $250 check for my deposit. It took a week for them for them to rent my apartment out from under me and offer me another one in a less desirable area. I went back to the office and cancelled. I tried to argue that I should not only get my deposit back, but the fee, since I was not the one to break the agreement. The manager would not even come out of his office to discuss it with me. I was told it would take no more than four weeks to get my deposit back. Going on 10 weeks later and four visits and two calls, I still have not received my deposit back. Always some excuse and a promise. Never have they callede to discuss my situation. My next course is the BBB.

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                          Current Resident 177524

                          Verified Resident 2009 - 2015

                          3.5

                          8/24/2015

                          I really liked this place when I lived there from '09 to '13, but around the time I was moving out their organization fell apart. They couldn't keep records straight and I had to keep going to the office for the same issues over and over again. I hope that's changed, but the fact that they just sent me a request for feedback on a maintenance request even though I haven't lived there in 2 years makes me think nothing has changed. I will say their maintenance staff was always amazing. Fast, friendly, helpful, etc.

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                            Current Resident 175061

                            Verified Resident 2014 - 2015

                            3.3

                            8/14/2015

                            Overall it has been fine. I have had quite a few maintenance request (air conditioner at least 3-4 times, water heater, heat 2x at least exterminator) but I think its because the property needs upgrading a bit on somethings inside the apartment.

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                              Current Resident 173995

                              Verified Resident 2016 - 2019

                              4.3

                              8/6/2019

                              What an amazing staff. We have Nancy and Dani running the office and Blade in Maintenance (He deserves a raise) ... This is the best team we have had in years!! The pool looks great and the ground are clean.

                                Property Manager Response

                                8/6/2019

                                Thank you for your great review of the Reserve at Forest Hills. We appreciate your kind words about our team. We're glad you enjoy our amenities and find our community clean. Thank you for choosing to call us home.
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                                Current Resident 922826

                                Resident 2013 - 2014

                                1.0

                                7/16/2015

                                nd not military friendly. My husband just came back from a deployment. When he left, they did a walk through and found nothing. While away, we got hit with a $175 charge and they wouldn't tell us why. "Just pay it or get out!" There were condoms on or around my car some mornings and it took maintenance one month to attend to my issues. DO NOT LIVE HERE!!!! DO NOT LIVE HERE!!!! DO NOT LIVE HERE!!!!

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                                  Current Resident 165586

                                  Verified Resident 2015

                                  3.8

                                  7/13/2015

                                  The leasing experience is a nightmare. Be prepared to constantly have to take all the initiative in getting your paperwork in order, make copies of everything, and constantly double-check that the staff have done what they've said they have. Even still, be ready for unexpected setbacks and delays. Once you're in, however, the community is enjoyable. The amenities are wonderful: the gym is well-secured and stocked with a wide variety of machines and free-weights, the pool and surrounding area is beautiful, and the recreational center is useful for gatherings and parties. The units themselves are decent, and most of the technical issues can be eventually resolved by their maintenance staff. It's a good price for all it includes. Again, however, the office is a hurdle that you might not want to deal with. OH! Head's up! All inclusive internet still requires you to buy the router. They don't tell you this, so yeah.

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                                    Current Resident 163946

                                    Verified Resident 2008 - 2018

                                    5.0

                                    3/20/2018

                                    As a resident living at the Reserves, since if was built many years ago? The property is great just the old apartments should be remodeled. The property is great and convenient for college students and retired residents at the community. The rent should be lower for residents that live on retirement. The property is great because I have lived here is Blue Ridge built the Reserves many many year ago.

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                                      Current Resident 160620

                                      Verified Resident 2013 - 2015

                                      5.0

                                      6/17/2015

                                      Work was done promptly and and efficiently until finished the door works fine. The other thing I would like fo0r the breeze way to be swet at least once a week. I do have a problem with that. I have spoke of this before. Please let this happen I would be great.........

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                                        Current Resident 154765

                                        Verified Resident 2015

                                        5.0

                                        7/20/2015

                                        These apartments are affordable, yet feel like a luxurious place to live in. The grounds are kept in tip top shape, the appliances are clean and in good working condition, the pool is sparkling clean and the gym is up to date. This was a good choice for our family and we hope you come tour the complex when thinking of your next move.

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                                          Current Resident 152021

                                          Verified Resident 2015 - 2016

                                          4.8

                                          1/23/2016

                                          I love that is pet friendly and that I can have my friends and family visit and enjoy the amenities and that there is always available parking for them. I enjoy the staff they are all very friendly and I can count on having prompt service and service with a smile.

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                                            Current Resident 151444

                                            Verified Resident 2013 - 2015

                                            4.7

                                            5/6/2015

                                            It has been nice, however all of the laundry, bedroo., and closet doors open into each other which seems like a silly mistake. The club house is not always open; this is a major problem to me because I am paying for the amenities. Aside from that, we have been happy.

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                                              Current Resident 151375

                                              Verified Resident 2014 - 2015

                                              5.0

                                              5/5/2015

                                              It offers the best quality living in Wilmington from friendly staff and great amenities to spacious apartments and excellent living conditions. Never had a bad experience. More than satisfied to have made my home here. I will continue to live here as long as I live in Wilmington.

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                                                Current Resident 150545

                                                Verified Resident 2014 - 2015

                                                4.2

                                                5/1/2015

                                                Both the office and maintenance staff are top notch and easy to interact with. Highly recommended. If you have a dog then this place should be on your short list. Also a great location with easy access to both Downtown Wilmington and shopping on Market St.

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                                                  Prospective Resident 967101

                                                  ProspectVisited 2015

                                                  2.3

                                                  4/27/2015

                                                  Terrible place to live. The staff is horrible. I have called three times to complain about the neighbors, who literally were jumping up and down so bad that the pictures on my wall fell off. I even visited the office, and wrote the corporate office. Did I get a response back from any of the staff?? Nope. I know plenty of people in Wilmington and will be sure to tell anyone and write on any website, what an awful place to live this is. Not only are the staff terrible, the cars get broke into. They don't communicate with their residents!!!

                                                    Floor Plans & Pricing

                                                    1 Bedroom

                                                    Forest Hills - Chianti

                                                    1 Bed, 1 Bath | 849 sq. ft.

                                                    $1,157 - $1,396

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                                                    Annexe-Chancellor

                                                    1 Bed, 1 Bath | 758 sq. ft.

                                                    $1,237 - $1,574

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                                                    Forest Hills - Chianti Deluxe

                                                    1 Bed, 1 Bath | 849 sq. ft.

                                                    $1,257 - $1,517

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                                                    Annexe-Bouvier

                                                    1 Bed, 1 Bath | 632 sq. ft.

                                                    $1,284 - $1,477

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                                                    2 Bedrooms

                                                    Forest Hills - Rose

                                                    2 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,069 sq. ft.

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                                                    Forest Hills - Rose

                                                    2 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,002 sq. ft.

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                                                    Forest Hills - Merlot

                                                    2 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,042 sq. ft.

                                                    $1,237 - $1,443

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                                                    Forest Hills - Rose

                                                    2 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,085 sq. ft.

                                                    $1,317 - $1,537

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                                                    Forest Hills - Rose Deluxe

                                                    2 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,085 sq. ft.

                                                    $1,391 - $1,681

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                                                    Forest Hills - Chablis

                                                    2 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,152 sq. ft.

                                                    $1,393 - $1,625

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                                                    Annexe-Grenache

                                                    2 Beds, 2 Baths | 990 sq. ft.

                                                    $1,407 - $1,629

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                                                    Forest Hills - Chablis Deluxe

                                                    2 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,152 sq. ft.

                                                    $1,441 - $1,681

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                                                    3 Bedrooms

                                                    Annexe-Bordeaux

                                                    3 Beds, 3 Baths | 1,244 sq. ft.

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                                                    Forest Hills - Riesling

                                                    3 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,433 sq. ft.

                                                    $1,508 - $1,771

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                                                    Forest Hills - Chardonnay

                                                    3 Beds, 3 Baths | 1,446 sq. ft.

                                                    $1,568 - $1,842

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                                                    Renter Ratings

                                                    A-

                                                    Review Ratings (from 20 reviews)

                                                    Noise

                                                    4.1

                                                    Grounds

                                                    4.0

                                                    Safety

                                                    3.6

                                                    Office Staff

                                                    4.1

                                                    Maintenance

                                                    4.3

                                                    Neighborhood

                                                    4.3

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                                                    Review Count

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                                                    Number of reviews in the past 365 days

                                                    20

                                                    Manager’s Review Engagement

                                                    A

                                                    Percentage of reviews responded to

                                                    85.00%

                                                    Manager’s Review Reply Time

                                                    B+

                                                    Average time to respond to reviews

                                                    8.9 days

                                                    Features & Amenities

                                                    Laundry
                                                    • Washer and Dryer Connections
                                                    • Washer/Dryer
                                                    Parking
                                                    • Garage Lot
                                                    • Other
                                                    • Garage
                                                    • Parking
                                                    Pets
                                                    • Dogs Allowed
                                                      Comments: | Restrictions: None
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                                                    • Cats Allowed
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                                                    Other
                                                    • ADA Compliant Apartment Homes Available
                                                    • BBQ and Picnic Area
                                                    • Balcony/Deck
                                                    • Black Appliances
                                                    • Business Center
                                                    • Cat Friendly
                                                    • Ceiling Fan
                                                    • Close To Walk/Bike Trail
                                                    • Clubhouse
                                                    • Corn Hole Boards
                                                    • Digital Thermostats
                                                    • Disability Access
                                                    • Dog Park
                                                    • Fitness Center
                                                    • Fully-equipped Kitchen
                                                    • Game Room with Billiards Table
                                                    • Granite Countertops
                                                    • In-Unit Washer and Dryers in Select Homes
                                                    • Kitchen Pantries
                                                    • Large Dog Friendly
                                                    • Linen Closets
                                                    • Media Room
                                                    • Mind and Body Room
                                                    • On-Site Maintenance
                                                    • On-Site Management
                                                    • Online Payments Accepted
                                                    • Package Receiving Service
                                                    • Pool
                                                    • Premium Fixtures and/or Hardware
                                                    • Renter's Insurance Required
                                                    • Resident Social Events
                                                    • Spacious Closet
                                                    • Stained Concrete Floors
                                                    • Stainless Steel Appliances
                                                    • Technology Packages
                                                    • Valet Trash Service
                                                    • Volleyball Court
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                                                    Leasing

                                                    If you have not already been to The Reserve at Forest Hills Apartment Homes to hang by the pool, play volleyball, or grill out by the lake, you have probably heard about it from friends. Conveniently located in Wilmington, NC, near the UNCW campus. The spacious 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom apartment homes are well-designed for sharing living space with roommates while having personal space when you need it. Take the hassle out of work in our 24-Hour Wi-Fi Business Center, complete with computers and a printer, or reserve the professional business meeting room. When you need a break, work out in our large, fully-equipped fitness center or yoga room or relax and enjoy a movie in the media room. Garages and extra storage space are also available. The Reserve at Forest Hills is everything you could ever want in a home. NEWLY UPGRADED APARTMENT HOMES AVAILABLE! Come visit us today to see all Reserve at Forest Hills has to offer.
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                                                    Leasing Options

                                                      • 3 months, 4 months, 5 months, 6 months, 7 months, 8 months, 9 months, 10 months, 11 months, 12 months, 13 months

                                                    Office Hours

                                                    • Sunday: Closed
                                                    • Monday - Friday: 08:30 AM - 05:30 PM
                                                    • Saturday: 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
                                                    This community is managed by

                                                    Willow Bridge Property Company

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                                                    How is The Reserve at Forest Hills Rated?
                                                    Based on 472 number of votes by renters, The Reserve at Forest Hills is currently rated 4 out of 5 stars.
                                                    How satisfied are residents with the upkeep and overall appearance of the grounds at The Reserve at Forest Hills?
                                                    The Reserve at Forest Hills is rated 4 out of 5 stars in our renters grounds survey, which is considered good. The grounds are generally well maintained and attractive.
                                                    How effective was the maintenance team when resolving your problem?
                                                    The Reserve at Forest Hills is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars in our renters maintenance survey, which is considered good. The maintenance team is generally quick and efficient in fixing problems.
                                                    What are noise levels like at The Reserve at Forest Hills?
                                                    The Reserve at Forest Hills is rated 4.1 out of 5 stars in our renters noise survey, which is considered good. The noise level is generally tolerable, with occasional disruptions.
                                                    How safe is The Reserve at Forest Hills?
                                                    The Reserve at Forest Hills is rated 3.6 out of 5 stars in our renters safety survey, which is considered average. The complex has some safety concerns that need to be addressed.
                                                    How satisfied are residents with the neighborhood?
                                                    The Reserve at Forest Hills is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars in our renters neighborhood survey, which is considered good. The complex is located in a generally safe and desirable neighborhood with good access to local attractions and services.
                                                    How satisfied are residents with the staff at The Reserve at Forest Hills?
                                                    The Reserve at Forest Hills is rated 4.1 out of 5 stars in our renters staff survey, which is considered good. The staff is generally helpful and responsive, with occasional lapses.
                                                    How often does management engage with reviews?
                                                    Managers have responded to 85% of their community reviews in the past year.
                                                    How quickly does management engage with reviews?
                                                    Managers have replied within 8.9 days to their community reviews in the past year.
                                                    Who manages The Reserve at Forest Hills?
                                                    Willow Bridge Property Company
                                                    What is the pet policy at The Reserve at Forest Hills?
                                                    Dogs Allowed
                                                    Comments: | Restrictions: None
                                                    Cats Allowed
                                                    Comments: | Restrictions: None
                                                    What types of floor plans are available?
                                                    1 Bed, 1 Bath
                                                    2 Beds, 2 Baths
                                                    3 Beds, 2 Baths
                                                    3 Beds, 3 Baths

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                                                    The Reserve at Forest Hills is a 632 - 1,446 sq. ft. apartment in Wilmington in zip code 28403. This community has a 1 - 3 Beds, 1 - 3 Baths, and is for rent for $1,157 - $1,842. Nearby cities include Wrightsville Beach, Belville, Castle Hayne, Leland, Winnabow, Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, Boiling Spring Lakes, Hampstead, Southport, Oak Island, Burgaw, and Surf City.