1 reviews | Active since Oct 2026
Disappointing Tenant Service and Lack of Communication at Barlow Park
I am sharing this review to highlight my ongoing concerns regarding the level of service I have experienced at Barlow Park, particularly in my interactions with Phimmy and the general management team.
From the moment I moved into the property, I felt that the focus was on securing tenants rather than ensuring a positive tenant experience thereafter. As a new tenant, I was shown the unit, handed the keys, and left to navigate everything on my own. There was little to no effort made to explain important processes, provide guidance, or check in to ensure that I had settled in comfortably.
Over time, I have found communication and customer service to be consistently lacking. Queries often go unanswered, follow-ups are rare, and it can be extremely difficult to get assistance when it is needed. This has resulted in unnecessary frustration and has created the impression that existing tenants are not valued once they have signed their lease agreements.
What is even more concerning is that building managers frequently do not answer their phones during normal working hours. As a tenant, one would reasonably expect management and building staff to be accessible during business hours, especially when tenants require assistance, have urgent concerns, or need information relating to their residence. The lack of responsiveness makes it difficult to resolve issues efficiently and leaves tenants feeling unsupported.
My experience with Phimmy has also been disappointing. On multiple occasions, I have found the level of service to be below what I would expect from a property management professional. Effective communication, responsiveness, and a customer-centric approach appear to be lacking, which has contributed significantly to my dissatisfaction as a tenant.
Unfortunately, the overall impression I have gained is that Barlow Park is highly focused on sales and occupancy, while the ongoing servicing and support of tenants receive far less attention. Attracting new tenants is important, but retaining existing tenants through excellent service should be equally important.
I hope Barlow Park management takes this feedback seriously and places greater emphasis on customer service, communication, and accountability. Tenants deserve to feel valued, supported, and respected throughout their tenancy, not only during the leasing process.
Rating: 1/5 ⭐
Leighton Fortuin
Hello Leighton,
Thank you for your feedback. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused. Please email us at hello [at] ithembaproperty [dot] co [dot] za for further assistance.
Kind regards,
Ithemba Property
Hello Leighton,
Thank you for your feedback. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused. Please email us at hello [at] ithembaproperty [dot] co [dot] za for further assistance.
Kind regards,
Ithemba Property
