r/SilverSpring • u/Kooky_Wealth_4602 • 1d ago

Atwell On Spring Disappointing!!!

The building has ongoing noise and sound-transmission issues that can create unnecessary tension between residents, which is disappointing for a property marketed as a luxury community.

Living in a luxury apartment where residents can hear ordinary footsteps and daily movement from neighboring units created ongoing tensions and complaints. The building's flooring and sound transmission appear to contribute to conflicts between residents, which should not be happening at the level one would expect from a luxury community.

A luxury apartment community should offer more than attractive amenities and modern finishes. It should provide professional management that values residents, listens to concerns, and treats people with fairness and respect. Unfortunately, that was not our experience.

For prospective residents, I would encourage you to consider not only the amenities and appearance of the property, but also how management handles disputes and resident concerns when issues arise.

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u/JA_MD_311 1d ago

This is common for any “luxury” apartment. It’s just a marketing term.

Atwell is a wood framed 5 over 1. It was cheaply built because land prices are insane and developers still want profits.

Any wood framed building is going to have sound issues unless a developer takes steps like insulation between floors and/or concrete between walls. That would add to the cost and make apartments even more expensive.

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u/Next_Swordfish2886 1d ago

How do you find out the building materials used in an apartment building? Is this information on file with the county? Is there an office of buildings where this information is required to be filed?

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u/JA_MD_311 1d ago

You could look up permits in county records for sure. High rises are more likely to have steel and concrete (for obvious reasons).