{{Leslie}}
I think little Minion would have a great home (at least temporary, if not purrrmanent ) with you. From what you describe, I don't think he has a home at all. No declawed cat should be left outside....no excuses!!! Plus, with a matted coat and not being totally "well fed" so to speak...he could have been a recent abandonment case, which is why he is still friendly. When I was in the second grade, I found a stray declawed cat...who eventually settled in my family's life quite well
It's hard to say what happened to Minion. He could have escaped, he could have been dumped or simply abandoned when tenants moved away.... It also sounds like he has hooked up with more than likely, other strays. It's so sad that animals can be treated as garbage to be simply cast away like that, but it happens. Being in an apt complex, strays are bound to be more likely as tenants change more often.

Go with what your heart tells you. You have a wonderful heart and I know you'll make the right decision. Taking him in wouldn't hurt...even if it's just until you find him another home.

Lots of love!!!
Karen