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McDermott 55

Updated 2026-07-23 · 973 reviewed · 147 listed · Scored from 82 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.4(82) 70 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Senior / 55+ Communities
McDermott 55
Service
Senior / 55+ Communities
Reviews
82

What recent reviews say

Residents report a marked turnaround since Shiva and Coco took management roles, with phone calls now answered and maintenance handled promptly. The community offers activities, clean common areas, and a friendly atmosphere that appeals to seniors seeking social connection and convenience near shopping.

However, some tenants faced chaotic leasing experiences with changing documentation demands, last-minute denials after approval, and ongoing complaints about maintenance delays, noise from visitor violations, and parking friction. Older reviews cite nearly unreachable management, but recent praise suggests that has shifted. Results depend heavily on timing and which staff member you encounter.

Praised for
  • responsive management under recent leadership
  • well-maintained grounds and common areas
  • friendly staff and community activities
  • quick maintenance response
  • convenient location
Watch-outs
  • slow maintenance and unresolved repairs
  • poor communication and unanswered calls/emails
  • unprofessional leasing process and last-minute documentation changes
  • enforcement gaps on occupancy rules
  • parking and trash collection issues
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Best for: Seniors seeking social community, activities, and convenient Plano location with responsive management.
Think twice if: Visitor noise and occupancy enforcement remain inconsistent; leasing process can be chaotic with last-minute document demands. Paid parking required.

Strengths

  • Management responsiveness has improved significantly
  • Active social programs and shuttle bus for seniors
  • Fast maintenance response under current director Arturo
  • Clean, well-maintained common areas

Worth knowing

  • Shiva (Manager) and Coco (Leasing) credited with improving customer service and responsiveness
  • Arturo is Maintenance Director
  • Natalie Suzanne and Carrie praised as leasing agents; Chris mentioned as professional maintenance technician
  • Friday Happy Hour and monthly activities offered
  • Shuttle bus service available
  • One elevator was broken for extended period in a four-story building with only two total elevators
  • Parking is paid
  • Government-subsidized housing

What reviews say by service

Senior / 55+ Communities
Recent leadership (Shiva, Coco, Arturo) earn strong praise for responsiveness and care; older complaints about unreachable management have mostly reversed. Occupancy rules and visitor noise remain enforcement gaps.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.4 against a 4.24 average across the 25 senior / 55+ communities businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 27% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 54
Review volume 83
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Has the management style changed?
Yes. Several residents note that Shiva, Coco, and Arturo have dramatically improved responsiveness and maintenance speed compared to older complaints about unanswered calls. Reviewers specifically praise the shift since early 2025.
Are there activities for residents?
Yes. Reviewers mention Friday Happy Hour, monthly programs, a shuttle bus, and a community hall. One resident called Friday Happy Hour the highlight of their week.
What facilities are on site?
Pool, community hall, media room, small community room, and shuttle bus service. Reviews note common areas are kept clean and neat.

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Last updated 2026-07-23