266 Winifred Street East, St Paul, MN 55107
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Overall Review of Athanor Housing And Residentia
Pros
Maria is the very best as the cleaner.- The staff are super friendly and helpful.
- Kate, the building manager, is personable, knows the residents, and is helpful.
- Omar maintains the building and apartments well and fixes things quickly.
- The housekeeper is cheerful and knows everyone's name.
- The building offers a variety of social events for residents and has a great community room.
- The views from the balcony are breathtaking and the apartments offer good value for money.
Cons
The reviewer states that maintenance on the building repairs is a real fail.- They describe Pathways on the Park as a smoking building with tenants who do not always follow the rules and with poor ventilation.
- They report car break-ins in the outdoor parking lot and the downstairs garage.
- They claim the on-site manager Kate Staples is nasty and untrustworthy, including refusing to move or renew the lease and imposing an $85 month-to-month fee.
- They allege the manager stood by during a fire and refused to unlock the door, showing neglect and endangering residents.
- They accuse Denise Green of racism and unfair treatment of African American residents, including rent increases and staff dismissals.
- They describe maintenance staff as incompetent, contrasting a previous maintenance man who fixed things promptly with a current one they deem a joke.
Review
This community is best suited for independent seniors who want an active, social atmosphere in a well-kept building and who are comfortable navigating a setting where day-to-day staff can make or break the experience. Residents who prize attentive on-site service, clean common spaces, and a sense of community will find a lot to like here. The panoramic views, friendly housekeeping, and practical maintenance support create a lived-in environment that can feel like home. However, for families seeking a consistently smooth, low-stress experience with ironclad governance, this property will require caution and clear expectations.
Alternatives are worth weighing for anyone who prioritizes unwavering management stability, predictable safety oversight, and a consistently quiet, conflict-free living experience. The reviews show a stark split: when the on-site team is steady and responsive, residents enjoy the social calendar, the apparent value, and the personal touches from managers and maintenance staff. When management becomes a point of contention or turns adversarial, however, the same residents describe a very different reality, one marked by turnover, perceived favoritism, and strained resident relations. For those who value seamless, transparent administration, this building may not be the safest bet.
The strongest offsetting factors are the people in the building. Several reports highlight exceptionally caring staff, names like Kate, Judy, and Omar recur as anchors of reliability and warmth. Cleanliness is consistently praised, and the property’s social atmosphere, events, a well-kept community room, and a sense of belonging among residents, often compensates for other rough edges. The units themselves are described as neat and the views from upper floors as a genuine perk. In short, a vibrant, people-centered culture exists here, and that culture can dramatically lift the experience when the management team is aligned and attentive.
Yet the principal drawbacks pull strongly in the opposite direction. The reviews document real concerns about management behavior and consistency, including accusations of manipulation, racism, and unsteady leadership. Long-tenured residents paint a picture of a building where turnover and perceived inequities erode trust, which then spills into everyday operations like maintenance and safety responsiveness. Maintenance issues, ranging from slow repair times to complaints about repair quality, appear to recur, and safety worries surface in several accounts, from smoke-related incidents to break-ins. For families prioritizing predictable safety and reliable emergency handling, these patterns warrant serious scrutiny.
The pros and cons weigh differently depending on what a family needs. For someone who values a warm, neighborly vibe and can tolerate occasional governance turbulence, the positives, strong staff connections, cleanliness, social opportunities, and a solid value relative to downtown options, can make the difference. For others, especially those who require steady, impartial management and a consistently calm environment, the downsides may overshadow the benefits. The reality is that experience at this community is highly variable and highly personal.
In deciding, pursue a ground-level view before committing. Schedule time to meet the current on-site team, walk through a few apartments, ask about elevator access to the garage, and confirm the smoking policy and ventilation realities in common and private spaces. Talk with several residents about maintenance responsiveness, safety incident follow-ups, and how disputes are resolved. If stability and a transparent, consistently fair administration are non-negotiable, consider alternatives that promise tighter governance and fewer anecdotal gaps in service. If a robust social milieu and personal attention from a close-knit staff team align with priorities, this community remains a viable option worth a serious visit.
21 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Minneapolis-St Paul International (8 miles away)
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
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