Freedom Center

This is my second time editing this review. I left a negative review when I had some issues with the previous manager, but after a shift in management they helped me work out the problems I was having. I still stand by that these units are too small, but for the locale it is a pretty much a bargain. The rent has been skyrocketing in Oregon, so this is a very good spot to live in. I was going to leave this at a 3 star review, but I bumped it up to 4 because the neighbors at the Freedom Center redeem any frustrations you might have with the size of the unit. I moved elsewhere since then and I realized how much I appreciated the tenants at Freedom Center. People are respectful of noise, since the units are small, and they are easy to talk to since the building draws a younger crowd. I’ve made many friends at the Freedom Center that I still talk to, and I cannot say the same for my current location.

I just moved in and so far everything is fantastic. The building is ver nice. The lounge is great with a huge TV. The laundry system actually sends you a text message so you know exactly when your laundry is done. How cool is that?!? Everything you could possibly want is within walking distance. I love it.

300 square foot studio? Not much of an issue.
I was a little hesitant moving in as I imagined the square footage akin to a jail cell. When touring the place seemed very small. These worries were erased once I finally moved my things in.
It seemed a lot bigger once I plopped my mattress in. In fact for one person, it is even a little more space than I need, the perfect size. A small decent balcony on top of that for storage and fresh air. Pretty courtyards with BBQs.
Everything is clean and brand new. The apartment offers wi-​fi for its residents, I clocked it at 3mpbs download speeds. Really fancy stainless steel electric stove, large convection microwave, big oven, granite counters, spacious fridge. There’s a cool ceiling fan, good natural light with the balcony door and window. Tiled floors on the kitchen and bathroom separates it from the nicely carpeted living area. Fob entry into the apartment itself.
The staff is very friendly and nice. Packages get picked up at the main office, plus the standard mailbox. The place is always quiet (almost too quiet); it looks like people are always out having lives. Air conditioned hallways, game room, laundry room with machines that can text/​email you, lounge with TV.
Cons, no built-​in closet so all your clothes are out to hang. The Pearl area is hit-​or-​miss for people (really does everyone have a dog???), but it’s at the north edge near the Fremont Bridge. There’s a bit of food, Safeway, OfficeMax nearby. The cars sounds are nice as white noise to make it easy to sleep. Construction noise in the morning wakes me up «naturally» for work, like it or not.
So far enjoying it. Perfect if you’re living alone, though it has enough room for a couple people to sleepover.

I had quite a bit of apprehension when I moved from a house on the east side to a studio in the Pearl. But my experience thus far (3 months) has been stellar!
The building is brand new, with great amenities (laundry, outdoor grills, bike storage, lounges). I moved into a first floor unit because I have a dog, like most everyone on the ground floor. The ceiling height is massive! i’d say it’s at least 15′ high, which makes it feel very roomy for a studio. And I love the polished concrete floors… very modern feel and super easy to keep clean with a pooch. The management team has been great, really receptive to feedback, and they do an awesome job of planning get-​togethers with the tenants (free beer).
The location is super close to a brand new park, groceries, Bridgeport Brewing and all the food the Pearl/​NW has to offer. I actually feel like it’s perfectly situated to be between 21^st/​23^rd, and the expansion of the Pearl District as it creeps north. The construction right across the sheet is going to be a massive indoor rock climbing gym as well.
The only things that I look for improvement is the parking situation (a little tough to find since we don’t have an underground structure) and windows that open on the floor units (which management said they’ll be installing soon)
I am thrilled to be living here, and look forward to being a happy resident for years to come!

So far a great place to live! Walking doesn’t offset all of the eating and drinking unfortunately due to the amazing location. Breweries, restaurants, gyms, groceries, and shopping all blocks away. Blitz Pearl sports bar sponsors events in the game room which means free beer every month. Staff are very nice and helpful.
Glad I decided to rent at this place, you should do the same!

I have been here for 7 months now & I can say that it has been great! Everything is brand new — appliances, floors, everything. It is a great little location in the pearl district if you are looking for affordability. The staff are always looking to better your experience, which is great. I LOVE the no pet rent. I would definitely recommend this place to anybody looking for a small studio!

I have lived here for 2 weeks and am loving the location and low rent cost. The places are small, but the feeling of living a minimalistic lifestyle cannot be beat. I am walking distance to everything. The staff have been helpful, informative, and friendly. Free Internet is also a plus! Amenities include laundry/​game room, lounge area, BBQ grill in common area, and secured bike storage.

I have loved my time here so far. The small space was a little disconcerting at first. But with some creativity, it’s easy to make the space livable and enjoyable. Plus, it feels great to live simply.
You really can’t beat the rent for the location. You’re in walking distance to everything in the Pearl. Also, there is not enough to say about the management. I’ve been at the Freedom Center since day one, and they have constantly gone above and beyond to help me out in any capacity. Truly grateful.

I love living here! These studios are very cute and nothing beats the location and price. The management is very nice and respond quickly to needs. They have a great laundry room, game room, TV room, and bbq area. I truly feel lucky to have come across this when I did.

I’m about to move in here, and really excited. I’m writing about their customer service, though. Hope was amazing – I had a nightmare screening process with my application, with my previous apartments not getting back with verification of my stay there. She put up with at least 15 calls from me checking to see if the application had gone through, probably had 8 different conversations with the screening company, and eventually got me moved in. It’s rare to find people that courteous, and it turned me from nearly selecting another place to being relieved that I could live where I wanted and excited about the move.