Overall sentiment across reviews for Overture Centennial is strongly positive about staff, community life, and the quality of the new facilities, with recurring caveats around dining, parking/transportation, certain unit finishes, and a few safety or layout concerns. Reviewers consistently highlight a friendly, family-like resident culture and professional, responsive staff — multiple comments call out the staff as knowledgeable, helpful, and quick to resolve problems. Management and the activities team receive repeated praise for being accommodating, open to suggestions, communicative (including family email updates), and creative in maintaining engagement during the pandemic with at-door programming and take-to-apartment options.
Facilities and amenities are repeatedly described as a major strength. The community is new and attractive, with a pretty courtyard, pool area, large workout room, movie theater, arts and crafts rooms, game and reading clubs, and robust programming that includes lectures, book clubs, walking groups, and monthly entertainment. Many residents appreciate in-unit features such as washers/dryers, microwaves, walk-in showers, and multiple apartment layout options; several reviewers note that larger apartment types offer good storage and kitchen space. Security features (parking tags) and a good package/mail room are additional positives noted by reviewers.
Activities and resident engagement are prominent positives. The programming is varied and active — arts programs, club meetings, poolside social scenes, and charity/community involvement are cited often. Reviewers who are active say they are very happy with the volume and quality of offerings. The activities director is singled out as "fabulous" in several reviews. The social environment and neighborly care are emphasized: residents help set up events, attend classes, and look out for one another, contributing to a lively atmosphere.
Dining and food services represent a consistent downside. Overture Centennial does not offer a full meal program; food is generally provided only at events, and while breakfast (often in a pick-and-go or limited format) is offered in many accounts, several reviewers say the delivery of breakfast or its frequency did not match initial promises — e.g., "breakfast promised but weekly reality" and reduced options post-COVID with more prepackaged choices. Dinners were noted as not being served (especially during the pandemic). For prospective residents who expect a full dining program or regular meals, this is an important limitation.
Transportation, parking, and garage amenities are practical concerns repeated by multiple reviewers. The community does not provide resident-only transportation, and transportation needs are commonly met by rideshare services (Lyft), which some find expensive. Parking is limited, no reserved spaces are offered, and reviewers compare the lack of a garage unfavorably to other communities. These factors affect convenience, especially for residents who expect transportation or secure parking as part of their living experience.
Apartment finishes and unit layout issues are mixed. Some units are praised as spacious with good storage; others are described as tight or smaller than expected. A few reviewers reported problems with kitchen cabinet layouts and low-quality flooring, and specific issues such as sharp-edged cabinets were mentioned. One reviewer raised a financial concern about being charged for carpet replacement on exit. Additionally, a couple of people noted that the unit they received did not match the configuration shown on the tour, creating frustration for those who had specific layout expectations.
Safety, staffing hours, and building design concerns appear sporadically but are noteworthy. Several reviewers point out that the community is not staffed 24 hours a day. Some mention long hallways and a cavernous feeling in parts of the building, and one reviewer reported what they perceived as a potential fire hazard related to exit routes. The pool was described as small by some, despite being ADA-compliant. There are also reports of power outages linked to neighborhood/grid issues — an important operational factor for residents relying on medical devices or regular electricity.
Cost and value perceptions vary. Many reviewers say the facility is gorgeous and worth recommending because of staff and programming, but others feel it is expensive or not worth the price, particularly when factoring in the absence of a full meal program, limited transportation, parking constraints, and occasional finish/maintenance issues. Neighborhood concerns were mentioned by a few reviewers, although others praised the convenience of the location near parks, restaurants, and downtown.
In summary, Overture Centennial is consistently lauded for its warm, engaged community; professional and responsive staff; strong, varied activities; and modern, attractive amenities. The primary trade-offs to weigh are the lack of a full dining program, transportation and parking limitations, occasional unit finish and layout problems, and a handful of reported safety or utility concerns. Prospective residents who prioritize active social programming, excellent staff engagement, and new facility amenities are likely to find Overture Centennial a very good fit. Those who require regular dining services, dedicated transportation, guaranteed parking/garage spaces, or specific unit finishes should probe these areas closely during tours and lease negotiations.
