Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Yes
Overture Barrett in Kennesaw
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Kennesaw, Cobb County, Georgia, US
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Phone: +1 678-394-0141
Site: https://www.liveoverture.com/ove...
Site: https://www.liveoverture.com/ove...
Opening hours
- Monday:9AM–6PM
- Tuesday:9AM–6PM
- Wednesday:9AM–6PM
- Thursday:9AM–6PM
- Friday:9AM–6PM
- Saturday:10AM–5PM
- Sunday:Closed
Comments (31)
My mother will be moving to this apt complex in May, and I went in February before covid-19 to look at the apartments and then again once covid was in place. At that time they were not allowing physical visits and Denise, one of the managers provided me with multiple virtual tours that she uploaded and sent in via email of the apartment that we were interested in. The apartments are beautiful as are the grounds within the complex; new, well appointed bathrooms and closets are nice and largely with multiple areas to place items on shelves and hangers; the kitchens are very nice and all upgrades are modern; Denise was very accommodating and worked with my mother and myself to answer all our questions. We called several times and we always received a call back from Denise. Now I will say, the apartments are VERY EXPENSIVE. This is the only draw back but we were looking for a good location - close to Whole Foods, close LA Fitness, Publix around the corner and many shopping locations and Overture Barrett apartments, fit the bill. We signed a 15 month lease (not sure if they have 12 month leases), and I will definitely write another review once my mom moves in and is there for 2-3 months. Ill write a review on the overall experience, interactions with managers, their assistance with any concerns with apartment, rent, appliances, and overall feel of the community at Overture Barrett.
Honestly, things just keep getting better here at Overture Barrett, LastThursday we had a Roaring 20s cocktail hour (s). What fun! Singing, dancing, drinking, open mike, and dress-up. We had a blast!Again, kudos to John and his crew. Thank you for an amazing evening!
LIVING At Overture Barett is a good experience the staff is nice and friendly and very helpful. The tenants are friendly and respectful the amenities are things that help you with staying fit and healthy. Its a relaxing place i would recommend retired people to come and enjoy the second part of ther live .
Since I have moved in, this has been the best place I have ever lived. John is the new manager and has done outstanding things in the short time he has been here. Stevie is always there to help and answer questions. Beautiful grounds and amenities, wonderful activities and overall a great place to live.
Me and my husband had a great experience with the Overture Barrett Apts. The staff, Casandra, Lori, Denise and Stevie and Miki is so friendly and attentive to all our needs. This place is like living in a 5 star hotel, with activities, movie room, game area, pool, grilling area, happy hours, breakfast and the location is AMAZING!!! Thank you for making our next chapter in our life so easy!!!
My name is Arlette, I currently reside off of Barrett Pkwy. and am very excited of this new development for the 55 & Active community. I am currently retired, I will be 67 this year. And I look forward to visiting your property. I have seen your advertisement and it looks absolutely wonderful.I am looking forward to visiting your showroom. I am looking something new, safe, quiet with grand amenities.
Overture is a community of warm, accepting people of over 55 . Most of us came here to be near family without the upkeep of a house. We can participate in a variety of activities, both for fun and to learn. The friendships we make will last lifetime. Come try us on for size.
I’m 79 and a retired Special Ed teacher .. moved into Overture Barrett over Labor Day 2018 .. COULDNT behappier !! Very satisfied and impressed with the entire process which started with my first “ look-see “ visit over July 4th. .. Lori showed me various options and was Soo warm , professional, informative , and no-pressure !Her favorite sincere response to any request is ..“ My pleasure !!OVERTURE BARRETT sold itself !! It’s GORGEOUS !! .. has so many opportunities for a quality retirement and in a great location !Since my move-in .. I’ve had an opportunity to be helped by several other staff members .. Maintenance ..Activities .. etc .. EACH staff person was professional ..So friendly and met all my needs promptly !The residents I’ve met so far havebeen welcoming !!I moved to Overture Barrett to get closer to my son & Family in Kennesaw .. after spending 4 yrs at an independent retirement facility in Sandy Springs ..The difference in how I feel here is like night and day with this being like moving into the Sunshine !! 5 stars on everything !!!
I was wowed during my recent tour. A beautiful place to call home! The Overture Barrett offers convenience, comfort and many activities. Enjoyed the peace and quiet, too!
We are so happy to be here. We have a wonderful staff, great management. Always something to do here. We have been here over 2 years and plan on staying. We have a great community that is our family. Always ready to help each other.
Outstanding property and top notch staff, from the management, to the sales team (shout out to Diane) to the breakfast staff — everyone is attentive and professional. We love living here!
The (very young lady) that buzzed me in wasn’t welcoming at all, didn’t ask if I wanted to be seated and suggested I go online. I practically had to beg her for a brochure. Glad I got a chance to see what management looks like before putting in an application. Not a place I would want my parents to reside👎🏻
If you are thinking of living here, DONT. The management of this facility does not tell the truth, and they do not pay their bills. It may be a nice facility, but I will never do business with them again if I ever get the money they owe. Ive been waiting over 90 days and have been given many empty promises. No credibility. No integrity.
We love it here! The residents and staff are so friendly! Come join us!
I did not go there, but in comparison to other places in the area, the pricing was far more expensive.
Very disappointed in the staff and their management skills.This company has a bait and switch approach to real sales.Too many complaints to list here.Staff is very unpleasant.
Shamelessly overpriced! $1700 for a 1 BR - Really? Especially when on the other side behind the shopping center is a trailer park.
For security reasons they sent another African American woman to approach me as soon as I stepped out of the car. So rude and so nasty !
Nice place to live for a older crowd.
Very nice complex.
Great place to live
Total reviews rating 4.3
31 Reviews for Overture Barrett 2023:
Review №1
2021-10-18Diane has been wonderful to work with. The process was very seamless and easy. I love the location. Being steps away from my favorite spot Whole-foods! I am looking forward to being apart of the community!
Review №2
2021-07-04I have lived here for almost 2 years and love it. I intend to stay here as long as my health allows. Im very healthy and active so I think that will be for many more years.These last few months have been stressful for everyone but the staff and management has done a fabulous job to keep us all safe, updated and as entertained as possible.Our Service Supervisor, Tony and our Housekeeper, Clarissa have worked tirelessly to continue to keep everything maintained and clean.This is a beautiful community in a very accessible community and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a 55+ community.
Review №3
2020-08-25I have lived at Overture Barrett for two years. Moving from So. California to Kennesaw, GA not knowing anyone except my daughter and family! i immediately found friends here at the apartment. We enjoyed getting together for just chatting, cards, anytime! Mix and Mingle was a great time of food, fun and fellowship. We hit a few bumps in the road for awhile BUT NOW we are in full swing even with masks and social distancing!! We have enjoyed a Roaring 20s cocktail party! BBQ on the Patio with staff serving hot dogs, hamburgers, chips and drinks!! Including Ice cream for dessert!! Had 3 Concerts in the patio! The New Staff is WONDERFUL, FRIENDLY, COURTEOUS, HELPFUL!!! We all love them.COME AND JOIN THIS GROUP OF FRIENDLY, HAPPY, ACTIVE PEOPLE
Review №4
2020-09-11I am a long time resident and moved in 2018 two months after first opening. The new manager John and the new staff additions are so wonderful and doing a fantastic job! We were shut down by the Covid 19 virus, but all of the amenities are starting to open back up, I feel safe here and they have great maintenance staff. You can tell the difference now and money is be spent wisely to maintain the property! I go tired of keeping up a large home and now if you have a problem just place a maintenance call for quick resolution,
Review №5
2021-01-15Having moved around a lot in my working career, I knew what I wantedwhen I retired...the kind of place that offered not just an apartment buta social interaction program that would keep me engaged as much or as little as I choose. I was so fortunate to find Overture Barrett! It has reallypleasant apartment lay-outs (I got the full kitchen that I was looking for) a balcony for fresh air, and a social schedule that addresses physical needs (water aerobics, etc.) as well as things like Bingo, creative crafts and just hanging out in socially distanced small groups with the friendliest group of seniors that I can imagine! The Overture Barrett team that keeps us going is so kind and truly caring, from administrative to maintenance as well as the availability for help from very knowledgeable and skilled PTsupport. All in all, I think Ive found my forever home!The breakfast that Clarissa sets out for us Monday thru Friday is great! My favorite is pancake Wednesday. Great time to get a cup of coffee and chat with whoever is around.
Review №6
2020-09-01I have been a resident here since March. Since the arrival of the new management led by John and his staff, there have been significant changes here. I have learned of the differences from the older residents, who say they are very happy with the changes, the level of communication and the positive result of those interactions. I want to add a special thank you to Clarissa our breakfast angel. She is always so bright and has placed delightful, healthy breakfasts foods for us. She never rushes to close down early. Thank you Miss Clarissa for your love
Review №7
2020-10-07My Overture BarrettOverture Barrett is a place I have to, tell you about. You will not believe what the management does for you. I ordered a screen door and had it installed on my balcony. The manager, John, wanted to know if I was happy and if there wsa anything he could to help three times.We had a chili dinner put on by the resident. John made sure we had everything we needed, if we forgot something and then brought drinks out for us. He had something like a radio and played music for us. Any request.The new management is for the residents and wants to make us happy so we will stay. Not like previous management who answer was always no.Just my two cents.PC 406
Review №8
2018-09-06I am a still working senior. And, I think I am typical of the type of people who have chosen to live at Overture Barrett Apartments.For example: I wanted to downsize to a smaller home. So I sold my large home because I was tired of taking care of of this costly child that would not grow up and leave. And now I have some very nice quality Me-Time.I can come home from work and enjoy the gym. The apartments surround the courtyard garden and lovely swimming pool. There are plenty of water features; a gas grill kitchen and a beautiful gas fire pit. And, there are various social activities like movie night in the home theatre.But what drew me to Overture was the beautiful interiors; security; and knowledgeable and very helpful staff. They handle all our tenant concerns with grace. So thank you Ms. Denise for introducing me to your beautiful apartment building. Thank you Ms. Stephanie for explaining your accounting system; And thank you Ms. Mickey: you have organized lovely social activities such as the monthly birthday dinner. Ms. Laura gave me a nice ice cream cone one hot afternoon because I looked like I needed a cool down. Thank you to our Operations Manager: Ms. Cassandra, I appreciate the effort you make to make my life easier. And thank you to our maintenance guru: Mr. Tony, who s always upbeat. He has 20 years of work experience in building management.I am in my second month of living here and I saw the Overture staff work very hard to transition from the building phase to the occupancy phase. When I first arrived there were some finishing touches taking place to various apartments. But the various work orders were completed. And, new tenants are arriving to join us at Overture. To all seniors: Welcome!My best to you . . . . Linda Bolobonoff
Review №9
2020-09-22I have lived here for a few years now and although its a lovely building it has yet to sort out the kinks that are inherent to a new building. The staff has a high turn over which doesnt lend itself to building a relationship with any of them but for the most part the staff is helpful. A lot of these issues require corporate to resolve but that shouldnt inhibit them this much.Security - The gates quit working every time it rains so they are most of the times left ajar enabling anyone to come into the complex parking lot which doesnt offer a sense of security.Doors - The only way to have a guest come in is through the front door call box and then they will have to walk the entire building to arrive at your unit because every door to the outside including the courtyard requires a fob to open. This could easily be solved with call boxes on the drive through gates and keypad access at the doors.ADA compliance - For being a community focused on seniors they have missed multiple opportunities to offer conveniences for anyone with mobility issues or that require a wheelchair. There is no automatic door access to the building at all. So anyone using a walker or in a wheelchair has to somehow figure out how to scan your fob and then open the door within the small window it is unlocked. This again is a simple solve by putting ADA compliant automatic door openers at all doors. This would make it easier for all of the community especially when carrying in groceries.Trash - there is only one trash room per floor that is located on one side of the building so if you happen to live on the opposite side its quite the jaunt to carry out heavy bags of trash. Another simple solution to this problem would be to have trash valet which is a common service for apartment buildings.I have reached out multiple times to management as well as corporate to no avail. As much as I have enjoyed my time living here the addressing of these issues is well overdue. For the premium that we are paying to live in this community they should be delivering a premium experience which is well within reach.Im happy to chat with anyone who is contemplating moving into this community to see if its a right fit.Sincerely,Jim
Review №10
2020-08-26When I moved in here I was number 11 and I was very happy. That was two and a half years ago and things became terrible. We felt like we were in prison with doors locked behind us and an actual chain and pad lock on both gates to the pool, like we were infants or senile. We are neither!!! I wrote a prayer for change and the Lord heard me as I repeated it everyday. He chose to answer my prayer with this new manager and staff. We are all thanking Him every day. I thought I was happy to begin with two and a half years ago, now however because of John Febres and his staff we are feeling very happy! Its incredible and I would be remiss if I didnt thank Him again for keeping Stevie as part of that staff. In conclusion I now thank Him in my daily prayer.