There so much that I want to say about this assisted living facility, but I just want to get this…read morereview up now while I'm here for my second visit. I've been to a number of care facilities and this is the first one that I feel very very comfortable visiting. The grounds are clean and beautifully landscaped and designed, the inside is clean and not smelly, the staff is really relaxed and friendly. And it's very close to some great hiking trails near Canyon and Redwood Road. So after a visit to one of the 94-year-old residents who I'm looking after, I can head out into the beautiful surrounding hills to get grounded in nature

I settled my mom here a year and a half ago after she was no longer able to live completely…read moreindependently. The staff is extraordinarily caring and attentive, the setting is inviting, and the rooms are clean, bright and comfortable -- allowing each resident to decorate and furnish as they are comfortable with. Mealtimes are communal and extended family is always made to feel welcome, with facilities to join a parent or a friend at a private table for a get-together at mealtime. The facility also supports a memory-care unit for residents that require 24-hour supervision and assistance with most daily tasks. My mother needed to move into that unit after a year because of a degenerative illness -- and the continued care there was supportive, gentle, and comprehensive. The facility works well for people across the whole spectrum of abilities and levels of independence. The management team spends time getting to know and understand the needs and particulars of every resident -- something impossible at most larger facilities. I am grateful that there was availability at Moraga Royale -- it is worth waiting for.

I lived here for 3 years, sophomore through senior year while attending SMC…read more Pros: Viola the property manager and maintenance are very responsive and helpful. When I moved out, I couldn't fit my bed through the doorway and maintenance took it apart for me for free which was very nice. This apartment is in a GREAT location. I only had to leave for my classes around 15 minutes before they started. There is nature all around you. Orinda is super close with so many beautiful trails. The top of Ascot has a beautiful trail that connects to so many smaller trails. The rooms are pretty spacious. Cons: My biggest issue with this place was the noise -- my neighbors, fellow SMC students, often blasted their bass-boosted speaker at all hours of the day and night until around 12-1am, even during finals weeks. I sent in multiple complaints to the property management but the noise always continued the next day/hours later. I started spending more and more time on campus because I was unable to relax in my own apartment. The appliances also were pretty outdated, I had to hand wash all my dishes. Overall, I probably would not live here again just because of the noise issue. Ascot Drive itself is an amazing place to live.

Viola is a great property manager... very friendly and helpful! Definitely goes out of her way to…read moremake you feel welcome at this complex! Great location (nice setting with trees and hills surrounding the property) and walking distance to trails that connect to Lafayette reservoir!

Epic stay! The Ave…read moreis perfectly located across the street from a full service (clothing, home goods, grocery and alcohol) Target and walking distance to both BART and downtown Walnut Creek. They have both furnished suites and unfinished long term rental units. Deliveries (Amazon, UPS, FEDEX...etc) and US Postal mail are a breeze. Excellent amenities including outdoor pool, gym, clubhouse, and pet areas. The Staff are all Rockstars! Colleen (Leasing Manager) is the ultimate hostess who will find you the perfect place to stay, while Tiffany (Mgr), Francesca, Mikaela and Anna see to all of your residential needs with a smile that leaves you feeling welcome and at home. I can't wait to return!!!

I lived at the Ave in Walnut Creek for 11 months, after my home was destroyed in a fire, and while…read moreit was being rebuilt. The front office staff is remarkable! Flexible, responsive, friendly, and really easy to work with. The apartments aren't huge (950 sq ft), but they're well furnished, the kitchen is well stocked, they're clean and modern, with all the amenities you need (in-unit washer/dryer, Keurig coffee maker, cable TV, iron and ironing board, plenty of hangers, monthly housekeeping service, etc. Security in the building is top notch. The pool and terrace areas are fantastic, as are the clubhouse, exercise room, and boardroom - which you can reserve for free anytime. The maintenance staff is also friendly and responsive - including coming to my place after midnight when my smoke alarm went off because the battery was dying! In my situation, the Ave was a life-saver! I felt safe, cared for, and welcome. Strongly recommend!

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.

My parents moved to Merrill Gardens shortly after it opened. My mom was independent, my dad needed…read morea lot of assistance, and they wanted to share an apartment, which they were able to do easily with the flexible levels of care. When my dad passed, my mom moved to another beautiful apartment and continued to thrive. She loves to play daily games (bingo and rummikub) and share meals and social gatherings with her close friends. In the rare cases that she needed extra assistance medically, the staff was attentive, kind and caring and they communicated well with me. The activity directors have been wonderful and creative, making everyday life fun and active for the residents. We've also enjoyed and developed relationships with many of the staff members.

Our family decided to put my mother into residency at Merrill Gardens when she was 85 years of age…read more She was a resident there until her death last November at the age of 96. Throughout her time at Merrill Gardens, she experienced nothing but amazing care and attention, wonderful relationships with other residents and staff, and a comfortable apartment and vibrant lifestyle. I cannot recommend this facility more highly. Merrill Gardens is a nurturing, safe and incredible living community!

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.

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.

Thank you for replacing a 'Washing Machine' a few days ago, but I am still waiting for a drying…read moremachine which was fallen on the floor due to a tremendous vibration when the washing machine was spinning. I am looking forward to hearing from your department soon. I have enjoyed my living so far.

I recently toured this apt and it was a really nice. It's very close to a shopping center with a…read moreSafeway and Starbucks. It's close to the freeway which is wonderful for my early morning commute. The lady who I had the tour with was very nice.

I have been living at Town Center Apartments for 5 years and I love it. The location is perfect…read morebecause it is walking distance to four different grocery stores, drug stores, restaurants and bars, boutique shops, schools and a leisurely 8-10 minutes walk to the BART station. The building manager Claudia, and the maintenance staff Dave and Miguel, do a wonderful job responding to our issues, repair or replacement requests, and they do a great job maintaining the appearance of the apartment complex, community spaces and grounds. I stay in a top unit which have a high vaulted ceiling and a fireplace, and it is nice to be able to listen to the Happy Valley Creek, and look at trees out from my windows, and sometimes I see deers. I think all the units are equipped with central heart and air conditioning (which you need here in Lafayette), and a full size washer and dryer. There is a newly remodeled BBQ area, patio area with a nice view, and amenity spaces. I feel safe and happy here, and I would recommend this place.

This apartment complex has horrible management…read more Unresponsive, constantly unavailable in their leasing office, and often ignore maintenance requests. Dealing with them is a constant headache. When we moved in last year, we had no functioning microwave for at least a week. Fixing the sliding door so that our patio could actually be used took more than a month. At one point, there was a massive leak in a unit above us that no one seemed in a rush to fix, despite repeated attempts to alert management, causing water damage to our own unit. We have had at least six months of incorrect inflated water charges for hundreds of dollars each month. I do not recommend this complex for prospective tenants, as the building owners show very little care or appreciation for their current tenants.

I moved into the Lafayette Commons without ever seeing the apartment I signed the lease for in…read moreperson, and I am glad to say that it exceeded my expectations. The units come with electric stove, fridge, microwave, oven, and dishwasher, and all are in working condition. Anytime we ever had a maintenance issue, Alfonso was here within 24 hours to resolve the issue. The laundry machines are easy to use with my debit or credit card, the outdoor community spaces are great to sit out on a warm day and read a book, and the secluded feel of the community while still being right off CA-24 cannot be beat. Leaving the Commons when my lease is up will be very difficult. I could not have asked for a better living situation, and a better management team (thanks, Taylor and Michael!)than what was provided at the Lafayette Commons.

I had a very disappointing experience living in this building. The property does not feel secure --…read morepackages are frequently stolen, which was extremely frustrating. The laundry facilities are often very dirty and poorly maintained. Additionally, the apartment was not properly cleaned before move-in, which was unacceptable. Another major concern is pricing transparency. The costs presented initially were not consistent, and additional charges kept appearing, making it difficult to trust the management. Overall, there were constant issues throughout my stay. For the price they charge, I expected a much higher standard of service and professionalism. Unfortunately, I would not recommend this property to anyone looking for a safe and well-managed place to live.