CHICAGO, IL - RMK Management Corp., one of the Midwest’s largest market-rate apartment management firms, has been named property manager for Vita Luxury Apartments on Grant, a 356-unit active adult community at 8400 Grant Circle in Merrillville, Ind.
Less than an hour’s drive from Chicago, the property was built in 2009 and currently is undergoing multiple significant improvements. Renovations to common areas and apartments began this fall.
“Vita Luxury Apartments is the first active adult community we have managed, and we are thrilled to add the property to our portfolio of Class A luxury apartment developments in the Midwest,” said Anthony Rossi Sr., chairman of Chicago-based RMK Management Corp. “We know our track record of providing great customer service and creative resident events will appeal to the community’s existing residents, as well as new tenants. We look forward to bringing the RMK experience to this community and hope to manage additional active adult communities in the near future. Quality rental properties that serve baby boomers who are downsizing and want for a stylish, modern residence that allows them to enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle are a market segment that’s definitely on the rise.”
Located off U.S. Route 30 about 20 minutes south of Gary, Ind., Vita Luxury Apartments on Grant offers convenient access to a wide range of restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores and other retailers along Route 30 and State Road 53. Residents are also less than a 10-minute drive from South Lake Mall, a Costco wholesale store, various medical offices, Methodist Hospital, Hidden Lake Park, a public golf course and Innsbrook Country Club.
“This is a great location for active adults who are ready to leave yardwork and snow shoveling behind and instead spend their time shopping, dining and enjoying all the conveniences of the Merrillville area, as well as the community’s lush green grounds, two small lakes, outdoor pool and fitness center,” said Rossi. “Residents of Vita Luxury Apartments can also live a lock-and-leave lifestyle, allowing them to enjoy traveling and visiting grandchildren without having to worry about the upkeep of a home and yard.”
Vita Luxury Apartments offers one- and two-bedroom apartments in four buildings, each with common area spaces and elevators. Apartments, which feature open floor plans with one to two baths, measure 750 to 1,440 square feet. Rents range from $1,200 to $1,750 per month. Per plan, apartments offer step-in showers, walk-in closets, fireplaces, and decks or balconies.
Amenities at the pet-friendly Vita Luxury Apartments include an outdoor pool, large community room, library, billiards room, fitness center and private theater. Garage parking is available for residents, while visitors can use guest surface parking spaces.
Since August, the development has been undergoing improvements to common areas, such as the remodeled lobbies, fitness center and private theater; new roofs on each building; refreshed hallways; and enhanced landscaping and seasonal floral beds with replacement trees and bushes. A new dog park also will be created.
Updates to apartments, to be made as leases turn over, will include new flooring throughout; new granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and lighting fixtures in kitchens; and new in-unit washers and dryers.
RMK Management plans to add a shuttle bus and appoint a resident lifestyle coordinator to facilitate resident outings and events, such as group exercise classes, game nights and casino nights.
“While people living in active adult communities value their independence, many also are looking to socialize with other residents who share similar situations or interests,” Rossi said. “Our team looks forward to hosting resident events such as special dinners, wine tastings, and gatherings in the community room and by the pool, to help residents get to know our staff as well as each other and hopefully develop friendships.”
About RMK Management: Chicago-based RMK Management Corp. manages more than 6,700 apartment homes in the Chicago, Indiana, Wisconsin and Minnesota areas. The company’s portfolio spans a range of apartment types, from high-rise and mid-rise buildings to two- and three-story walk-up apartments, garden apartments and affordable housing. RMK also develops, builds and renovates communities.