TL;DR: If you spend a lot of time at home or are sensitive to noise, I would not recommend living…read morehere unless you're able to secure a second-floor unit. Noise between units is significant. I've had two different upstairs neighbors, and in both cases late-night noises have been common--frequent stomping, doors slamming, and regular household activities such as running the garbage disposal, cooking, and doing dishes as late as 3:00 AM. For anyone who values sleep, this can be challenging. The property does have policies, including quiet hours and a no-smoking policy, but these rules do not appear to be consistently enforced. Property management also appears to be understaffed and is rarely available on-site, which makes it difficult to address ongoing concerns in a timely manner. That said, there are several positives. The location is convenient and close to downtown, while the surrounding neighborhood itself is generally quiet. The grounds and landscaping are well maintained, the property is very pet-friendly, and pricing is fairly reasonable for the amenities. Secure parking is a plus, and the maintenance team has been responsive and helpful whenever issues arise.

Love this property! Not only is it beautifully maintained but it's also very peaceful. Neighbors…read moreare lovely and a big plus that this property is dog friendly. There is a cute little dog run where you can take your pets to play and also a dog bath on property. The Sequoia team here always goes above and beyond. Angela and Sam are the best and make living at Flora such a wonderful experience.

Living at the Windsor was really stellar! Krystal, Gabriella, John, the maintenance crew…read more.. everyone really went above and beyond to make my one year of living there overwhelmingly pleasant. Every maintenance request I filed was taken care of very promptly, any technical/rent payment issues or questions that I had asked the staff were all answered swiftly, and all ammenities were very professionally maintained, organized and welcoming. If I had to live in an apartment complex but could choose the city I'd place the complex in, I without a doubt would choose the Windsor and its exceptional staff - I cannot recommend them enough!

Best Management and Maintenance that I have ever experienced! They are super responsive to requests…read moreand issues. The residents are all pretty chill and laidback as well. I never hear noise after 10pm. It's a great experience.

The story of Agora is a very good building in an excellent location, but crippled by incompetent…read moremanagement. To start with the positive: * The location in downtown Walnut Creek is perfect - walkable to everything. * The units are spacious (especially the two-story units). * The building is very well constructed, and very well sound-proofed. We have never heard the slightest sound from a neighbor, and can run a very loud blender in the kitchen, and not even really hear it in the bedrooms. * The amenities (pool, common spaces, gym etc) are fine, given that it is a smaller building. * The on-site maintenance staff are excellent. Now, to the much longer list of the negative: * The units are advertised as "luxury" - that is a joke. They have the cheapest of the cheap appliances (the refrigerators are particularly small and annoying), the drawers and cabinets are severely under-sized, and seem like they are literally constructed out of garbage. We have had to have maintenance come and re-build drawers that fell apart three times. * Access has been an endless saga of failure. On our move-in day, we were unable to get into our unit, because the call-box is flakey, and can not consistently dial the numbers it has programmed. Meaning we were unable to buzz anybody in. This was never resolved. * The system was "upgraded" to an app-based one, but there have been endless issues with this as well: lack of documentation, failed reader hardware, inability to generate guest codes, etc. etc. I spent a month texting back and forth myself with the contractor who installed it, trying to get the initial issues resolved, because building management did not seem interested in fixing it. * The building is just not secure. The first and only time I went down to the tenant storage room (when I was getting a tour), we discovered there had been a break-in the night before. Additionally, packages are routinely stolen. And at the same time, delivery people are routinely unable to get into the building. * Although actual maintenance issues are resolved very quickly (again, due to the excellence of the on-site maintenance staff), management is unable to address basic issues around access and security. In general, they seem missing in action - which of course they are, since they do not keep anybody working at the front desk. To add insult to injury, they just gave us a 6.66% rent increase - far above what the data shows for average rent increases in the area.

TLDR: Community is going through a transition (2022), still think it's in the top 3 compared to…read moreother apartments in the immediate area, Cedric (maintenance team) is great and will go above and beyond to ensure any issues are timely resolved. We enjoy living here. The location is perfect and our unit is super spacious and perfect for us. Over the past year, there have been changes to how the property is run, and there has been an increased focus on updating and improving building which I think every complex will experience over time. It's not necessarily ideal, but it's also not the worst we've experienced at previous residences. We rarely have issues with appliances but when we have, Cedric has been timely and super thorough at resolving them. He's become the face/ representative of the community and although I'm reasonably certain that's not supposed to be his actual role, he does an amazing job and holding us down here.

I would like to share my terrible experience with Park Lafayette Apartments and Klingbeil Property…read moreManagement. Long story short, if you're looking for a complex that will take your money and blatantly ignore you, this is the place for you. DO NOT FALL FOR THE FREE MONTH OF RENT promotion. There is a clear catch. I will begin with this. During the process of signing my lease, I was provided with the absolute bare minimum in terms of move-in materials and resources. I was given a set of keys and a parking pass, that is all. A few weeks into my occupancy, the locks stopped working. Given that it was 9 p.m., and I had work the next day, my ONLY option was to contact an emergency locksmith to change the locks. I was unaware of a maintenance hotline, as stated before the leasing agents executed only a fraction of their duties after I signed my lease. I kindly reached out to Erica about rectifying the situation, in which their response time was excessive. I simply wanted to be refunded due to this unit's faulty locks. After weeks of back-and-forth (mind you, I initiated every conversation), they told me that they would not refund my $280 expense that I incurred. Not to mention, the state of the property is in disrepair. My unit is in shambles, and the ongoing list of issues with my unit has become extensive. I certainly hope that the next nine months go by quickly; I CANNOT wait to NOT call Park Lafayette Apartments home. It is clear that staff and management do not have the comfort or safety of their residents as a priority. Klingbeil property management, when you are ready to do the right thing and rectify this situation, you know how to contact me.

Park Lake is a well-maintained community in a great location. Travis from maintenance is very…read moreresponsive and consistently shows up shortly after tickets are submitted, which speaks to how seriously he takes his work. Brianna in management has also been helpful when needed. Overall, the team does a great job keeping the property running smoothly.

We didn't end up renting here because the unit was a bit small for our needs, but we wanted to drop…read morea review for our experience with the property manager, Priscilla. She was hands-down one of the best property managers we've interacted with! She's incredibly professional, easy to talk to, and absolutely on top of things. The tour was great, and Priscilla was transparent, detailed, and full of helpful tips. She took the time to explain the vibe of the community, gave layout recommendations, and even shared application tips to make the process smoother. She was open and honest, even discussing other apartments with us in a genuine and friendly way. The level of care and attention Priscilla gives makes it clear she really looks out for her tenants. We would've loved to live here, but we found a different place with a bit more space (and a higher price tag). That said, we did love the extremely convenient location in Walnut Creek. It included parking and a fantastic, huge balcony. I highly recommend checking out Newell Vista if it fits your needs, you're single, and you need a convenient, relatively affordable spot in downtown Walnut Creek. You'll be in great hands with Priscilla!

This used to be a great place to live until the new property management company took over. Unless…read moreyou enjoy random, unexplained charges every month and an infuriating lack of communication from the property manager, rent elsewhere.

We've been living at Lyric in Walnut Creek for six months now, and that's given us a solid sense of…read morehow everything works here--and overall, it's been a very positive experience. Safety hasn't been an issue at all for our family, which was a major priority for us when moving in. Downtown WC simply doesn't endure the typical Bay Area plaques like mentally unstable homeless or constant car break-ins. It's jarring how normal it is. The Lyric team (Misty + Alyssa + Daniel), has done an excellent job keeping residents in the loop with clear and timely community-wide announcements. They're thorough, responsive (and if not, I don't hesitate to simply bump up the email threads etc), and genuinely care about maintaining a well-run property. As I mentioned in a previous review, our unit's windows weren't clean upon move-in due to a heavy calcium buildup that was especially noticeable in direct sunlight. While resolving this took longer than expected, the team at Lyric was *extremely* transparent and communicative throughout the process. In the end, they pushed for a fair solution, and we felt heard and respected. That level of integrity goes a long way when it's time to consider if one should renew their lease. We also appreciate the variety of discounts and partnerships Lyric has with the retail businesses on the ground floor--it's a nice touch that adds value to being a resident here. [!] One thing to watch out for: we noticed a recurring $16 monthly charge from a service called RentPlus, which reports your on-time rent payments to the credit bureaus. While that might sound useful, it feels like a bit of a money grab--especially since anyone approved for a Lyric lease likely already has solid credit. We were able to opt out and request a refund, but if we hadn't caught it, we would've ended up paying over $200 over a year for a service we didn't need. That said, we're still happy to give Lyric 5 stars. The management is responsive, the building is secure, and the overall experience continues to meet our expectations.

Good in many ways.. If you order online such as Amazon, it is impossible to find your packages in…read morethe 6' x 10' mail room, which all the residents share. It is a big problem and packages are very difficult to find!! If this would change, it would be a much better experience.

If you can live the duration of your lease and never need anything - I would say it should be ok…read more And ...Do not live on the ENTIRE side of the building that faces Civic. The road noise, sirens, and construction on the affordable housing unit can have you pulling out your hair. We are all expected to abide by new ' rules' and unwritten policies that show up in emails and are only enforced for some. It's silly. There is a laundry list. Let me say that less than a year ago we were new to WC. If the property manager had been transparent about the construction we would never have chosen to be next door to construction zone. Air horns, pounding, drilling, men's voices are all day and on occasion over night. It's a shame that we can't enjoy the apartment that we thought that we rented. Sitting on the balcony or keeping your windows open is a joke There are so many options in WC, Pleasant Hills, Concord. I would pass this one by - seriously

The Arroyo Residence could be a great place and complex if it weren't for their management. If…read morenegative stars could be given for the management team, I'd give them that. Probably a negative -11. Anthony is completely in over his head, and should not be in charge of making his own breakfast in the morning, let alone a complex of over 100+ residents. Anthony has managed in the 6 months of being the Community Manager to make The Arroyo less safe, less clean, more expensive and less enjoyable. Anthony has made his life even easier by making tours virtual, which in turn has created an even higher rate of package theft and other unauthorized people on premises. 3,000 a month for the base 1bed/1ba layout and can't even fill half a bath tub with hot water. Upper Management for Mill Creek echoes empty promises that are never delivered. Plenty of places to look elsewhere that are cheaper, nicer, and won't make you feel like you made a mistake for living there!

I DO NOT UNDERSTAND WHY THE SIGN SAYS THIS BUILDING IS PERMANENTLY CLOSED! IT IS OPEN AND…read moreOPERATIONAL ???!!! I cannot believe I have not rated the Hanover up till this time. It is luxurious, maintenance is constant, clean, and the office has a great and wonderful team. The star is Joseph, very professional, extremely hard working, and always a pleasure to deal with. The team does a great job in screening future tenants...most follow the rules and only a handful seem dubious. Relatively noise free except by luck you might have a lead footed tenant above you...cannot have it perfect, I guess. Security is tight. In a handful of times I have not allowed entry someone who did not have a FOB...except for food couriers. It is as close to paradise as you can get!

I've lived here for almost 1 year, and while there are definite positives, I've had some unsettling…read moreexperiences that make it hard for me to feel completely safe in my home. The positives: The amenities are well-maintained (despite broken pool sticks and shuffle board table) the gym is always clean, the pool is rarely crowded, and the front desk staff are consistently friendly, professional, and helpful. They always greet me kindly and even print things for residents upon request, which I really appreciate. The concerns: There's a constant issue with the smell of dog urine in the hallways, likely from residents letting their dogs relieve themselves inside. More concerning are the security and privacy issues I've personally experienced. In April, while I was out of state, the building manager allowed someone to enter my apartment without my permission. I'm a woman in my 20s and a single mom. I chose this complex because I thought it was a safe place for my child and me. After that experience, there have been not one but TWO separate incidents where workers UNLOCKED my apartment door and opened it while I was lounging inside my apartment wearing just a bra. Both of these experiences were extremely uncomfortable and left me feeling anxious and unsafe in my own space. I truly wish I could recommend this place because the staff are kind and the amenities are nice, but the repeated lack of respect for resident privacy and consent is crazy. Safety and communication need to be taken far more seriously here.

I absolutely love living at NoMa Apartments! The location is unbeatable -- it's a quick walk to…read morerestaurants, Target, and downtown, plus easy freeway access which makes commuting so convenient. The amenities are fantastic and really make it feel like home. Christina, the apartment manager, is amazing. She is always so kind, responsive, and genuinely helpful whenever we have questions or need assistance. It's clear she really cares about the residents. I highly recommend NoMa to anyone looking for a great place to live!

I highly recommend checking out this complex. I have been here for almost two months and very happy…read morewith the decision to move here. Alexis was great from the initial tour to any post move in questions has been very responsive and professional. The maintenance staff has fixed a few small things in the apartment in record time as well, no other place has that much attention to detail. Very happy here

We had the pleasure of working with Jill Finn of TANGERINEdesign LLC when our longtime designer was…read moreunavailable -- so she walked into a situation where we were already feeling a bit off balance. But from day one, Jill exceeded our expectations. The project involved tearing down an old, dilapidated screened-in porch that had never really worked for us -- too cold in the winter, too hot in the summer -- and transforming it into a usable interior room. We wanted to keep the light and airy feel of a porch while gaining insulation, comfort, and year-round usability. We also wanted ideas for built-ins: maybe a window seat, maybe bookshelves -- we weren't quite sure. Other contractors over the years had taken one look at the porch and declined to get involved due to its age and condition. Not Jill. She had ideas right away. Jill brings so much energy, creativity, and practical knowledge to the table. Even while juggling big personal commitments (like her son's graduation across the country), she delivered several strong design ideas within a few weeks -- and they were fresh, inspiring, and budget-conscious. She collaborated easily with our civil engineer, adjusting her drawings quickly to meet his needs. She also understands our local codes and regulations really well, and met directly with our contractors to make sure her designs were realistic and executable before we got too far into the process. On top of all that, Jill has a fantastic personality. She made the experience fun and engaging, and she brought a sense of momentum and confidence that really helped us move forward. I can't recommend Jill highly enough -- her creativity, responsiveness, and enthusiasm make her a true gem. If you're considering working with TANGERINEdesign LLC, you're in excellent hands. Karen & Greg Marriner 6/22/25

I recently called on TANGERINEdesign LLC to help me with some retro permit work needed prior to…read moreselling my home. I wasn't sure what the City needed, or how to complete it, but Jill knew what to do, how to get it done correctly, and guided me through the process. As for the process, it was quick!... from on-site measurements, to drafting the necessary documents, to submittal and approval, it could not have gone smoother! I'm so thankful to have found TANGERINEdesign LLC and appreciate Jill's genuine work ethic by sticking to the timeline & price she quoted me.