Same company, more problems One renters nightmare moving from troubled complex to another

A DeKalb County woman, Shamika Moton, moved from Bolden Townhomes, notorious for poor living conditions, to Bolden Pines Apartments, managed by the same company, in hopes of improvement. Instead, she faced severe maintenance problems, including air conditioning failures and pest infestations, exacerbating her asthma. Despite reaching out multiple times to property management, she received no immediate assistance until media inquiries prompted a response. Residents at Bolden Townhomes also reported living without electricity and dealing with significant code violations, including missing utility meters and sagging ceilings. Atlanta's Code Enforcement has four active cases against the Bolden Townhomes, indicating systemic issues within the management's oversight.

The situation mirrors a broader pattern of neglect affecting tenants in properties owned by the same company. Moton expressed frustration that help only arrived after media attention, underscoring the need for effective tenant advocacy. Local officials' ongoing investigations aim to address these complaints and improve living standards for affected residents.