A few weeks ago, 73-year-old Jannie Webb was distraught, thinking that she might soon be homeless after she got a notice to vacate her reasonably priced unit in Pine Ridge Apartments, where she had lived for 12 years.
But she said Tuesday that she’s feeling a lot better, as a representative of the complex owner has agreed to fly from Texas next week and discuss rental options with her and others who have received the “non-renewal” letters.
In October, KeyCity, a Texas-based private equity firm, bought 26 buildings more than 80 units in the complex, including the community center.
The buildings, which were built in the mid- to late ’80s, are run down and have problems such as leaky roofs, mold and plumbing issues. The company says it plans to renovate the units.
Pine Ridge residents say they can t afford rent hikes
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Suncoast Property Management orders some Pine Ridge residents to vacate apartments
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