Maggie Russell Towers

    400 Ralph McGill Blvd NE, Atlanta, GA, 30312
    3.9 · 12 reviews
    • Independent living
    • Assisted living
    AnonymousCurrent/former resident
    2.0

    Good location, poor maintenance, unsafe

    I'm glad to finally have a home here - great location and friendly neighbors - but as a senior it feels more like a hotel than a real home. Maintenance is terrible, landlords often feel like rip-offs, and frequent nighttime visitors make it feel unsafe. I'm happy to live here, but it's far from ideal for seniors.

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    3.92 · 12 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.9
    • Staff

      3.9
    • Meals

      3.9
    • Amenities

      3.9
    • Value

      3.9

    Pros

    • Great location
    • Friendly/supportive neighbors
    • Some residents report feeling safe
    • Residents express happiness and a sense of home
    • Affordable / low-income housing option
    • Strong endorsements from some longtime residents ('love it here')

    Cons

    • Poor maintenance and upkeep
    • Safety concerns — frequent nighttime visitors and reports it is not safe
    • Impersonal, hotel-like atmosphere not suited for seniors
    • Management issues — slow callbacks and application handling
    • Allegations of exploitative or 'rip-off' landlords
    • Perception among some reviewers that it is the 'worst place for seniors'

    Summary review

    The reviews for Maggie Russell Towers are strongly mixed, with clear polarization between residents (or prospective residents) who are very positive about the community and those who raise significant safety, maintenance, and management concerns. On the positive side, multiple reviewers cite the location as a major plus and praise the neighbor community; comments such as "great neighbors," "love it here," and "happy, finally has a home to live" indicate that some residents feel secure, supported, and settled. The property is also identified as low-income or affordable housing, which several reviewers view favorably as providing an accessible housing option.

    Conversely, negative reviews focus on serious operational and environmental issues. The most frequent complaints are about maintenance and safety: terms like "terrible maintenance" and reports of "frequent neighborhood visitors at night" and "not safe" suggest both building upkeep problems and local crime or loitering concerns. Several reviewers go farther, explicitly stating the facility is "not a home for seniors" and even calling it the "worst place for seniors," reflecting a perception among some that the environment is unsuitable or unsafe for older adults. The description of a "hotel-like atmosphere" further signals that some residents or visitors find the setting impersonal rather than homelike, which can be particularly important for senior living environments.

    Management and administrative responsiveness are recurring themes in the feedback. Comments such as "rip-off landlords," "application request," and "waiting for callback" indicate dissatisfaction with management practices, communication, and possibly rent or fee structures. These allegations range from poor customer service (delayed callbacks, slow application processing) to more severe accusations about landlord behavior and affordability. While not every reviewer mentions these issues, their presence alongside maintenance and safety complaints compounds concerns for prospective tenants and family members evaluating the community.

    There is little or no specific information in these summaries about clinical care, staff quality, dining services, or organized activities. No reviewers provided concrete details on caregiving, nursing support, meals, or programming — either positively or negatively. That absence means the available feedback primarily speaks to the living environment, building management, neighborhood safety, and social climate rather than hands-on care or amenities. Prospective residents who require medical or personal care should seek direct, specific answers and documentation from facility management because the reviews do not clarify the level or quality of care provided.

    Overall, the pattern is one of a divided reputation: some residents strongly recommend Maggie Russell Towers for its affordability, location, and neighborly atmosphere, while others warn of safety risks, poor maintenance, and problematic management. The most actionable takeaways for someone considering this community are to (1) conduct an in-person visit at different times of day to assess neighborhood activity and security, (2) inspect unit and common-area maintenance firsthand, (3) ask management about response times, maintenance protocols, and complaint resolution processes, and (4) request references from current residents who have lived there for an extended period. Given the intensity of the negative comments about safety and upkeep, these due-diligence steps are especially important for seniors and their families.

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    About Maggie Russell Towers

    Maggie Russell Towers sits on four scenic acres in a quiet part of Buckhead, Atlanta, at 400 Ralph McGill Blvd NE in Midtown South where folks get a mix of city living and peaceful surroundings, and since it first opened its doors back in 1980, with new construction finished in 2003, it's been home to many older adults looking to keep their independence while having support close by, and the community offers several senior care types including Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes, and Independent Living, plus there are services and amenities to help residents eat well, stay active, and connect with each other through various planned activities and programs that encourage making friends and staying engaged, and there's always a fully-trained and friendly staff nearby if anyone needs a hand or just a kind word, which means you'll find folks feel at home and comfortable moving around thanks to elevators, wide hallways, secure access, and a layout made for easy living. There are 150 apartments with open-concept living, in both one-bedroom and two-bedroom plans, with features like walk-in closets, plush carpet, laminate floors, updated appliances, refrigerators, and central heating and air, and for those who like everything clean and easy, there's a free laundry facility on the grounds along with a relaxing clubhouse where residents gather, a fitness center for staying healthy, and plenty of storage in the roomy apartments, all of which were renovated and designed with seniors' comfort and needs in mind. Some homes are income-restricted, offering affordable Section 8 housing, and all units come in sizes between 750 and 850 square feet, so everyone can find a space that feels just right; and because Maggie Russell Towers is connected to St. Anne's Episcopal Church, they place a big focus on helping families feel informed about their choices, offering advisors who help find the best fit in senior living nearby, and supporting each person as they age gracefully, with site reports and detailed property information available for those who want to fully understand what's on offer. The whole place is managed by folks who handle many types of housing, oversee big capital programs, and work with a holistic, careful approach to real estate and new construction, so whoever moves in can count on a safe, well-run place with lots of ways to keep busy, meet people, and feel secure.

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