Harvest Square Mobile Home

Pros

• The reviewers note really nice neighbors.
• The new owners are making upgrades.
• They liked the neighborhood; kids were playing outside and it looked like a safe place to raise kids.
• The park is described as a great place to live and raise a family.
• It is described as a nice quiet place.
• The employees were taking care of the grounds.

Cons

• They describe the park as a dump with disgusting conditions and a rude, unhelpful manager.
• They complain that lot rent and fees are high and have been raised repeatedly.
• They say the park is roach-infested and buggy, with infestations affecting trailers and even cars.
• They allege maintenance neglect and that potholes/driveways are not repaired, harming vehicles.
• They accuse management of harassment and retaliation toward residents, including the elderly.
• They note the roads are a complete disaster and entrance/parking areas are poorly maintained.
• They claim parking/lot divisions are inequitable and residents are treated unfairly.
• They state the park manager acts like she owns the trailers and can raise fees arbitrarily.
• They report safety concerns from falling trees/limbs and poor drainage.
• They say the park is not a good place to raise kids due to ongoing neglect and harassment.

Review

The collection of impressions about this trailer-park community is a study in contrasts. On one hand, there are moments when people describe a peaceful, family-friendly neighborhood - the kind where kids can play outside and adults feel comfortable raising a family. A few residents recall a quiet, pleasant atmosphere and even point to some friendly interactions or improvements under new ownership. But these positive notes are quickly outweighed by a long list of persistent complaints about money, maintenance, and management, painting a picture of a place where costs keep rising while basic upkeep and fair treatment feel elusive.

Financial concerns emerge as the most consistently loud theme. The rent situation is repeatedly described as punitive and unpredictable. One resident notes a hefty lot rent of 665 dollars per month, framing it as emblematic of a broader pattern: rents increasing almost annually, with water fees and a mandatory pet fee tacked on. Several reviewers mention ownership that seems more concerned with extracting charges than maintaining the property, suggesting that rent hikes are used to fund a lifestyle for the park's leadership rather than benefit the residents. There are even accusations that the manager acts as if she owns everyone's trailers, asserting control over fees and rules in ways that feel arbitrary to tenants.

Maintenance and infrastructure issues compound the financial strain. The roads and driveways are a frequent source of frustration, with multiple reviewers calling roads a "complete disaster," pothole-ridden, and prone to damage that costs residents in vehicle wear and tear. The problem isn't just seasonal; there are claims that patchwork repairs go on for years without proper, lasting fixes. In addition to road woes, pedestrians and residents note that park lots and common areas aren't kept up: empty lots sit unmowed for months, trees and limbs remain hazardous, and there's a sense that the park's infrastructure is deteriorating faster than it's being repaired. There's even mention of an entrance area that needs a redesign, and concerns that street conditions and drainage issues contribute to ongoing problems.

Management behavior and interactions are another dominant theme. Several reviews describe a pattern of harassment - especially toward elderly residents and toward people who speak up about concerns. There are accusations of retaliatory notices, overly harsh or unnecessary demands (for example, a 10-day power-wash notice issued in the middle of winter and during a pandemic), and a general sense that concerns raised by tenants are not treated with fairness or respect. One review singles out a manager named Dawn in particularly problematic terms, describing repeated, daily notices and a chilling sense of being stalked or harassed. The recurring fear is that speaking up or challenging problems triggers further administrative pressure rather than timely resolution.

Pest problems and overall cleanliness add to the negative picture for many residents. Several accounts describe infestations - roach and other bugs - that made living conditions intolerable, especially when coupled with other maintenance neglect. The aesthetic of the park is also marred by trash in yards and unkempt lots, reinforcing a sense that the property isn't being kept to standards that would justify the costs residents pay. The combination of pests, neglected exteriors, and unsafe conditions (like broken branches and damaged fencing) fuels a feeling that basic quality-of-life needs are not being met.

Yet it wouldn't be fair to overlook the spectrum of lived experiences here. A minority of reviews presents a more favorable view: some residents say they appreciate the neighborhood's safety, the presence of children at play, and a sense of?? life that makes it feel like a place to call home. A few mention that new owners are making upgrades, suggesting that there is movement toward improvement even if it's slow and uneven. There are also remarks about quietude and a general sense of community in certain corners of the park, along with occasional praise for aspects that work, like specific staff or neighbors who provide kindness and support.

Taken together, the reviews paint a picture of a park at a crossroads. On the negative side, residents consistently highlight steep and rising costs, inadequate maintenance, aggressive or unresponsive management, harassment concerns, and health-and-safety worries tied to pests and poor infrastructure. On the positive side, there are whispers of improvement with new ownership and occasional calls that, under different management, the community could become more livable and welcoming again. For anyone considering moving here, the message is clear: be prepared for cost pressures and a management dynamic that has been described as challenging, but also stay alert for any signs of ongoing upgrades or changes in leadership that might shift the balance toward a more favorable experience.

Parks

• Kingscreek Ball Park (1.9 miles)
• Melvin Miller Park (5 miles)
• Southview Park (10.8 miles)
• Belf Park & Recreation (11.9 miles)
• Mary Rutan Park (12.2 miles)
• Goshen park (12.3 miles)

Transportation

• Grimes Field Airport (I74) (4 miles)
• U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (6 miles)
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.1 miles)
• Enterprise (10.1 miles)
• U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (11.4 miles)
• U-Haul Moving & Storage (12.4 miles)

Cafes

• The Airport Cafe (4 miles)
• Tiger Hut (4.4 miles)
• Spotted Cow Coffeehouse (4.9 miles)
• The Depot Coffee House (5.8 miles)
• Tim Hortons (5.8 miles)
• Tim Hortons (11.4 miles)
• Cafe 212 (11.7 miles)

Restaurants

• Waitin tables at the LGP (4.3 miles)
• Liberty Gathering Place (4.3 miles)
• Mayflowers Chinese Restaurant (5.6 miles)
• Big Willie's Smokehouse (5.8 miles)
• The Farmer's Daughter (5.8 miles)
• McDonald's (5.8 miles)
• Domino's Pizza (5.8 miles)

Pharmacies

• C & R Pharmacy (4.4 miles)
• Medicap Pharmacy (4.4 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (5.9 miles)
• Memorial Hospital Medication Therapies | Urbana (6 miles)
• Walmart Pharmacy (9.9 miles)
• Rite Aid (11.6 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (11.9 miles)

Places of Worship

• United Church of Christ (4.5 miles)
• Church of Christ In Christian Union (4.6 miles)
• United Methodist Church (5.6 miles)
• Westville United Methodist Church (7.5 miles)
• Mt Tabor Church Of God Parsonage (11.6 miles)
• Church Of The Open Bible (11.6 miles)
• Bartelett (11.6 miles)

Physicians

• Associates in Optometry (5.6 miles)
• Cardiologists of Clark and Champaign Counties (5.8 miles)
• Professional Vision Services (5.8 miles)
• Marysville Obstetrics-Gynclgy (5.8 miles)
• Srmg Urbana Internal Medicine (5.8 miles)
• Greater Oh Eye Surgeons (5.8 miles)
• Mercy Primary Care (5.8 miles)

Hospitals

• Mercy Memorial Hospital (5.8 miles)
• Stark Michael DO (10.3 miles)
• Mary Rutan Hospital (13.1 miles)

Theaters

• Holland Theatre (11.8 miles)
• Dutch Tilt Film Festival (11.8 miles)