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The Satori apartment rental community is committed to excellent service. That's why professional management is located on site, ready to address any requests or problems as they occur. Not only is the friendly on-site management team visible and accessible within the community, they're also just a few clicks away through the Satori website. The combination of a strong on-premise presence and global accessibility through our secure "eServices" internet portal helps us stay connected to the needs of our valued residents. Online services allow you to quickly and easily:

Schedule Maintenance
Forget the landlord/superintendent power struggle. Just visit the Satori website and log on to your private ResidentPortal^TM account. Let us know what you need checked or fixed, and we'll reply within 24 hours to help get you back on track.

Pay Your Rent
When a new month rolls around, you won't have to worry about mailing checks and watching the calendar. Automated, secure rent payments can be made via ACH or credit card transactions. They can be withdrawn automatically from your account, or paid separately each month.

Schedule Move In
Concierge services are designed to be as helpful as possible from the moment you arrive. When you schedule a date to move in (which can also be done online), we'll have staff on site to help you navigate your move, which includes reserving parking in front of your building to help you unload, and reserving an elevator for your exclusive move-in use.

Set Up Utilities
Utility Connect lets you schedule your cable, telephone and electric bill installation so that everything is connected when you arrive, or shortly thereafter. This service can even help you forward your incoming USPS mail in just a few easy steps.

These are just a few of the benefits to having an on-site management team who truly cares. Your needs and desires are important to us, and we will always strive to address them as efficiently as possible. Satori is committed to helping you achieve a relaxing, inspiring and Zensational life. That's why when you rent an apartment at Satori--Fort Lauderdale's premiere eco-friendly urban village--you can always expect dedicated service with a smile.

When you're looking at South Florida apartments for rent, it's all about location, location, location. If you want to be surrounded by the best attractions, you'll want to rent an apartment in Fort Lauderdale: midway between Orlando and Miami, where ocean meets urbanity. That's where you'll find Satori, the most conveniently placed luxury apartment rental community in South Florida. It's an all-inclusive location where residents are practically in beachside apartments, but also just minutes away from golf courses, outlet malls, shopping centers, performance venues and downtown nightlife.

Thanks to placement by main highways such as I-95 and I-595, just a short drive will take Satori tenants to any of the following hip locales:

• Broward Center for the Performing Arts (1.5 miles)
• Museum of Discovery and Science (1.5 miles)
• Fort Lauderdale Museum of Art (1.5 miles)
• Riverfront (2 miles)
• Las Olas Boulevard (2 miles)
• Beach Place (2 miles)
• Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino (11 miles)
• Bank Atlantic Center (12 miles)
• Sawgrass Mall (12 miles)
• Mizner Park (14 miles)

As a Satori resident, you can not only enjoy fun outings--such as an art festival along the Intracoastal Waterway (2 miles) or a baseball game at Land Shark Stadium (14 miles)--you're also central to all of your everyday needs. From shopping malls (Galleria - 1 mile) to grocery stores (Whole Foods - 1.5 miles) and movie theaters (Gateway - 0.5 miles), Satori places you close to the resources you value.

Unlike many Ft. Lauderdale rentals, Satori also provides its tenants with the space they need to settle in and get comfortable. Often, in return for real estate close to Downtown Fort Lauderdale, apartment units compensate by being tiny and tightly packed (and they're located in sky-high towers that make tenants feel like they're living in an office building). But at Satori, we want you to enjoy the lifestyle amenities of a real community; along with your Fort Lauderdale apartment you'll gain a parking garage with valet, a clubhouse with a gym and spa, an outdoor pool and cabana area, a Zen meditation garden and a bark park. Apartment floor plans are designed with spacious, light-filled rooms and plenty of storage. At Satori, we provide the space you need to raise a family, host a fantastic dinner party or just spread out and make yourself at home. And you still have prime access to all of the hottest happenings downtown, at an affordable price.

Satori combines the amenities of a luxury rental apartment community with the proximity to all of your lifestyle needs-from everyday to special events. Satori is conveniently located on E. Sunrise Boulevard, enveloped by the best that Fort Lauderdale has to offer. 

What do we mean when we say that you can live a Zensational life at Satori?

Satori-which means ‘awakening' in Japanese-is an eco-friendly urban village intended to help its residents unwind and appreciate life. Inside and out, the apartment rental community was designed to inspire a Zen-like frame of mind.

Indoors, discover Zen-inspired décor with a range of paint colors, flooring options and granite countertops selected by designer Steven G. Customizable options include earthy tones, sleek surfaces and bamboo flooring. Apartment balconies allow you to step outside and absorb Vitamin D from the South Florida sunshine, which has been linked to health benefits such as longer lifespan, disease prevention and the reduction of depression and anxiety. Units also include strategically placed windows which allow plenty of light to stream in, which has been psychologically proven to elevate moods. Additionally, interior apartment spaces are all oversized, from large master bedrooms to walk-in closets, giving tenants more room than many Fort Lauderdale apartment units. When you can spread out and settle in, you're apt to feel more at home and more at ease.

Outdoor landscaping features the Zen Garden, a tranquil courtyard where residents can seek inner peace beside a flower-framed serenity pond. Nearby, The Club hosts regular yoga classes to help you connect with your body and find inner balance. By the infinity pool, you can lounge in a cabana and listen to the trickle of the fountain, or rest in the whirlpool as you meditate. Ultimate mental rejuvenation comes from the Satori spa, which provides services such as facials, massage and other revitalizing treatments to help you dissolve daily stress.

And then there's the lifestyle. Just by living in an eco-friendly rental apartment and knowing that you're conserving energy, reducing pollutants and making the world more green can add contentment to your day. Satori's premium location also helps you relax. When you rent an apartment by the beach and just a short drive to any of the area's hottest attractions (such as venues in Wilton Manors or Downtown Ft. Lauderdale), it's easy to sneak away and find some much-needed ‘me' time.

These are just a few of the reasons that we give when asked what it means to live Zensationally. Of course, the best answer is: come by and try it for yourself. We're sure you'll understand the moment you step inside the world of Satori.

To schedule an appointment with a leasing agent, call (954) 567-4479.

The Satori apartment rental community provides you with a wealth of recreational amenities just steps away from your front door. But when you rent an apartment at Satori, you're getting so much more than the clubhouse, spa, pool and other fun features. The community itself is located central to all of the best attractions in South Florida. For example, would you enjoy a night out on the town seeing comedy acts and musical theatre performances? Well, the eco-friendly urban village is less than two miles away from Parker Playhouse, which provides a range of seasonal shows year-round.

For more than 40 years, Parker Playhouse has been a fixture of South Florida, providing plays, musicals, revues, concerts and family programming to the Fort Lauderdale community. The primary goal of the 1,167-seat theatre is to bring together the local populace by providing quality entertainment and education for all ages. Parker Playhouse is currently managed by the Broward Center of the Performing Arts, and affiliated with both the Miramar Cultural Center and the Miniaci Performing Arts Center.

Upcoming shows at Parker Playhouse include "Journey" by the Meg Segreto Dance Centre, a kid-friendly Smart Stage series including the popular tales Stone Soup and Charlotte's Web, the Kosher Comedy Tour, and a Beatles tribute band called The Fab Faux. Ticket prices vary, but you can learn more by calling the Box Office (954-462-0222) or Guest Services (954-468-3285) for more information. You can also become an ENTOURAGE member to receive exclusive updates, priority seating and other great benefits.

To support your community and experience the diverse live performances at Parker Playhouse, simply exit the Satori apartment rental community and head west on Sunrise Boulevard and make a right onto NW 8th Avenue.

As foreclosures increase in today's falling economy, those who rent rooms in family-style houses or rent the houses themselves are being forced out fast. And according to CNN.com, neither the bank nor landlord has any legal obligation to inform renters of foreclosure until weeks-or sometimes days-in advance. On top of that, it's often impossible to recover security deposits on a foreclosed home. That makes the world of property rental a scary place for today's lessees. Thankfully, those who rent an apartment at Satori can avoid worrying about the impact of the economy, because Satori provides security for renters. Satori tenants will never lose their homes to foreclosure.

In fact, for a limited time, new Satori residents may actually be able to qualify for two months of free rental. Plus, prospective residents can register to win six entire months worth of rent for free. Other benefits to renting at the Satori apartment rental community include pre-lease customization options-a novelty for the renting market. Lessees can choose from a variety of flooring, countertops and paint colors designed by Steven G. And of course, there's the eco-friendly lifestyle that can't be found at any other apartment rental community in Florida.

Another unique feature is eServices, an array of online services which allow tenants to maintain their homes remotely. They can schedule move-in, order utilities and contact maintenance efficiently through the Satori website. And when rent is due, they can arrange to have it automatically deducted from their bank accounts and credit cards, or make one-time payments through the automated system, Resident Portal. These services help Satori tenants live more productively, and efficiently manage their time and budget. These days, a little less stress about financial planning and lifestyle maintenance goes a long way.

If you're interested in learning more about the real estate security and unique lifestyle amenities that come with the package when you rent an apartment at Satori, contact the leasing center today at (954) 567-4479.

Many people rent an apartment in South Florida to enjoy the relaxing lifestyle and outdoor activities. In particular, Satori tenants are seeking a Zen lifestyle with meditative qualities that help keep their life balanced and reduce stress. But where does one find the time to unwind and pursue a recreational lifestyle between family and work?

Luckily, Satori amenities give residents a wealth of options from which to choose just steps away from their house. A quick visit to the sauna or an hour of reading by the reflecting pool in the Zen garden gives you the chance to get away for a little while, even in the midst of your busy schedule. Here are just a few of the many recreational options available at the Satori apartment rental community:

- Bark Park
- Zen Meditation Garden
- Infinity Pool with Waterfall
- Hot Tub
- Poolside Cabanas
- Shops in the Urban Village

And that's not to mention The Club, a fully equipped clubhouse containing a fitness center, spa, cyber café, juice bar and entertainment center. At the Satori clubhouse, residents can join classes for yoga or pilates, indulge in facials along with a soothing massage, or simply sit back and steam away the day's stress in the gym's saunas. Wine tastings, cooking lessons and culinary performances take place regularly at the exclusive Gourmet Kitchen. The Club is the cornerstone of Satori, where tenants come to meet and mingle, or simply escape from the real world.

With just a few moments extra to spare, Satori lessees can always cross the street to visit Holiday Park's many sports-themed amenities, from a jogging trail to baseball, kickball, racquetball and tennis courts as well as fitness stations, soccer and football fields. Or, head up the street to swim, sunbathe, surf and build sand castles; after all, that's the boon of renting an apartment by the beach.

No matter how hectic your schedule, the Satori apartment rental community provides plenty of ways to take a break and reward your hard work-and it's all right in your own backyard. Before you become overwhelmed by a too-busy schedule, you'll find that Satori's many relaxing amenities are always there in the nick of time.

As if there weren’t enough reason to introduce prospective lessees to Satori, the newly constructed eco-friendly apartment rental community is now offering realtors and brokering agents an unprecedented commission of $1,500 when their clients sign a lease.

Why are we doing this? Because we know the value of working together with local agents to create mutually beneficial relationships for the long term. At Satori, we highly value a sense of community, from neighborliness between residents of our urban village to collaboration with local businesses—as well as the many regional charity sponsorships in which Satori (and Altman Management Company) participates each year. Similarly, it makes sense to us to create partnerships with leasing and realty professionals. We want to work with you to match candidates with their ideal new homes at Satori.

Bringing potential tenants to the Satori Leasing Center allows them to learn firsthand about Satori’s unique qualities, such as low-cost energy-efficient living and interior customization options by designer Steven G. The Satori apartment rental community is equipped with luxury amenities such as a clubhouse, spa, game room, bark park, meditation garden, pool and gym; and it’s strategically located in the heart of South Florida with apartments by the beach and proximal to downtown Ft. Lauderdale. Whether it’s the accessible location, the green lifestyle or the community’s Zen motif that attract lessees, we’re sure that once your clients witness the property’s 279-unit scale model, walk through life-sized models of the elegant kitchen and oversized bathroom, and interact with our state-of-the-art touch-screen property maps, it will be easy to convince them to rent an apartment at Satori.

To schedule a luncheon appointment to go over further leasing incentives and property details, contact the Satori Leasing Center (located at the Galleria Mall next to Neiman Marcus) at 954-567-4479.

When you rent an apartment at Satori, you'll be living in an environmentally beneficial environment from floor to ceiling. Overhead, enjoy solar and reflective paneling that helps cool your home while conserving energy. Below, tread on zero-VOC carpeting and bamboo floors. A few weeks ago, we talked about why low-VOC amenities are important to new apartment rentals. But why bamboo? Because it's the most eco-friendly material known for flooring, which is why it's also today's hottest trend in eco-conscious living.

An article by Scientific American confirms that the popularity of bamboo flooring is not just hype. Flooring made from bamboo is better for the Earth because it's easy to grow, renew and sustain in almost any climate. Unlike synthetic flooring materials, bamboo can be accrued rapidly and naturally without harming the environment. And unlike trees, bamboo can grow quickly with little water and no pesticides or fertilizers. Not only is it fast-growing (up to 20 times faster than trees) and efficient to convert into flooring, it's also stable, moisture resistant and harder than almost any wood. As an added bonus, bamboo releases 35% more oxygen into the air than a tree grove of the equivalent size. It's also an incredibly attractive option that rivals the aesthetics of expensive hardwoods.

The positive impact that bamboo utilization can make on the environment is so vital that it's not only being used to create flooring. It's also being explored as an alternative material for clothing, textiles and paper. As technology improves, the future applications of this remarkable plant are limitless. Bamboo could be, quite literally, world-changing.

The Satori rental apartment community is dedicated to researching and implementing ways for its residents to live green, with minimal impact on the planet. As a tenant, you're participating in a lifestyle you can be proud of each and every day. From top to bottom--from ceiling to floor--immerse yourself in eco-conscientious living at Satori.

With 279 rental apartment units and over 25 floor plan and location variants, Satori has the right apartment layout for families of every size. Whether you're looking for a one-, two- or three-bedroom apartment, Satori can accommodate your needs with residences ranging from 875-2,885 square feet. All apartments feature eco-friendly amenities (such as energy efficient appliance), oversized living spaces (including a private balcony or patio) and interior design by the renowned Steven G. team. 

If you're wondering about your options, you can not only find detailed floor plans on the Satori website-you can actually take your own guided tour of the complex and apartment units by downloading a quick application called MS Silverlight. One bedroom apartments begin at just $1,615 per month; you can check out further pricing and availability through an interactive inventory system on the Satori Residents page. 

When you rent an apartment at Satori, you're immediately thrust into all of the excitement of South Florida's ongoing entertainment and attractions. Fort Lauderdale is known for hosting numerous performance venues, which means that concerts, operas, ballets, theatre performances and other touring events often pass through, providing Satori residents with ample access to the hottest engagements-such as Cirque du Soleil's Saltimbanco, which will be performing at the Bank Atlantic Center from May 27^th to June 7^th, 2009.

Saltimbanco-which literally translates to ‘to jump on a bench'-is a show about life in a modern metropolis. Audiences are swept into a dreamscape through which they view the daily happenings of a typical urban environment in a new, metaphorical light. The show incorporates whimsy with observation; it enacts objective commentary through acrobatics and dance. Both in the imaginary city that is recreated onstage and via the show itself, audiences witness the strength of humanity-of physical intensity and emotional integrity. Live, original orchestrations narrate the colorful characterizations and buoyant choreography on stage. Saltimbanco uses urban diversity to demonstrate the shared human experience, leaving voyeurs with an overall sense of fellowship and hope.