The Union Arcade

I'm glad I'm here

Of the 7 categories rated, let's start with the 3-stars then move on to where this place really shines. Noise (3/5): The building is situated downtown near the Adler theater, and not far from the train tracks. Also, it is on an emergency vehicle route. As such, there is a bit of noise from the outside. Residents are very quiet, in my experience. Parking (3/5): There are plenty of free parking spaces within walking distance, and a few paid parking garages if you are willing. Unfortunately, there is no parking garage connected to the building. Maintenance (4/5): Just about everything is kept in top shape, and maintained upon request. Hot water, appliances, electricity, and so on. The only real issue I've ever had was with the shared washers & dryers, though lately even those seem to be working better! Staff (5/5): Always helpful, personable, and driven to problem-solving! Amenities (5/5): They provide way more than I need, so this category is a great win! (Not double-counting the washers & dryers here.) Location (5/5): It's directly across the street from the Adler Theater, and is adjacent to the River Center. And, Analog (the video game arcade bar) is across the street corner. The Mississippi River is 2 blocks away, for walking/jogging/bicycling. And since it's directly upon Brady Street, you could be across the entire city in 15 minutes! Value (5/5): It is definitely higher-priced than most places around, but you get your value out of the money spent (especially if you're living together with somebody).