The opening of Allentown Square apartments has once again
been postponed.
The
54-apartment complex, 295 Maryland St., is now
set to open June 1. The complex was supposed to open in November, but the
opening was subsequently pushed
back to this month.
Richard
Gonzalez, managing director of the project, said the cold weather, late arrival
of building materials and a slow cleanup process at the site were some of the
many factors in the delay.
Gonzalez is
a partner in APL Property Group. The company owns other properties and
developments in the neighborhood.
Allentown Square will
feature studio, one and two bedroom floor plans. Rent will be all-inclusive and
starts at $795 per month. Amenities will include off-street parking, high-speed
Internet and bicycle racks.
Gonzalez hopes
the complex will cater to the needs of middle-class tenants. He expects the
property will attract young professionals, students and recent graduates.
“We know we’re
going to have students and people that are getting their first jobs, they’re
not ready to buy a house,” Gonzalez said. “They need a wonderful place to live
in. A quality place, a place that you feel comfortable and proud to bring
friends and family to visit and feel safe at.”
A sneak
peak of the complex is scheduled to take place May 27, where fully furnished
model units will be available for viewing. By Tiffany Gaines and Briana Mangum
