This is by far the best place I have lived over the past 6 years. In fact it's the only place I've stayed over a year. I have lived in moon and a few places in Robinson but nothing compares to this.
I found this place after I got a new job in downtown Pittsburgh and I needed a place closer to town. All my friends and family were hesitant when I told them where it was located but I have never felt anything but safe living here.
Compared to other places in our area it is hard to find places that are decently sized, not outrageously priced, and not a dump. Emerald gardens is all 3 of those. I have a 2 bedroom, 2 floor place for under $900 a month.
To name a few of the other awesome things..there is a dog park and this is one of the few places that allows 3 pets, tanning bed, gym, they bring food trucks on site during the summer months, back patios, and close to town (only a short $10-15 uber ride for nights out!).
I would also like to say the management staff here is very friendly. There is a girl named Heather who works in the office and lives in the community and she is awesome. She has returned my calls while being out sick and I have seen her being very proactive on the community facebook page. They also do a very good job of giving you incentives to stay. The first year I was offered $100 off my first months rent if I signed another 1 year lease. This year I was offered a $200 Amazon gift card if I signed another year. I've also been given a $300 credit for referring a friend. The maintenance staff has always fixed things within 24 hours if we have called about anything.
The only negative thing I have to say are the walls are very thin. You will hear your neighbors at times, especially if they are loud people. This is not a place for people who want to throw parties because you will get noise complaints.