Remodeled apartment building gets a new "lease" on life--

Have you grown accustomed to seeing homes being rehabbed in our neighborhood? The work doesn’t stop with just houses! Several local companies are expanding and improving the apartments available in the area. Among them: Marcella Court Apartments, on the corner of Lakeshore Blvd. and Marcella Rd. They have completed their transformation from a tired, troubled property to an updated home for new residents! The 19-unit building is owned and managed by Nasvytis Group Ltd. It joins White Stone Manor Apartments and Beacon Hill Apartments as a premier, affordable apartment community owned and managed by the local, second-generation family business.

The suites have new kitchens and bathrooms, hardwood style flooring, carpeting, fixtures, and glass block accents. Care was taken to be as “green” as possible, utilizing water saving fixtures, installing dishwashers, and utilizing glass block windows. The newly updated laundry room boasts an energy efficient hot water system. All common areas were also remodeled.  

“When we took over the property, we wanted to improve the suites,  provide quality apartment homes at an attractive price point, and improve the neighborhood,” explains Vilija Nasvytis Klimas, the managing partner. “We found that the open layout of the suites is perfect for those who need a not-too-big suite in a convenient location.” The Marcella Court community enjoys being close  to shopping, freeways, public transportation, Waterloo, and Wildwood Park. All of the one-bedroom units currently rent for $450 per month. 

The property had only 4 tenants when it transferred to the current owners, but is now fully occupied. “What a difference in how the place looks!” marvels  Mr. Gary Lipka, one of the legacy tenants, adding, “and I love the security cameras!” The on-site manager, Charles Eppinger, a veteran in the rental housing field, takes much pride in maintaining the property to high standards. 

Many tenants go for walks in the nearby Wildwood Park, and enjoy some of the country’s most beautiful sunsets. In front of Marcella Court Apartments is a sign which shows the sunset time each day. Just a friendly reminder that the best things in life are sometimes right in our back yard!

Vilija Nasvytis Klimas grew up in the Nottingham area, and currently works managing several apartment buildings in the Lakeshore area, as well as working in residential real estate sales.