I recently moved into my new apartment at Emerald West and I've been very impressed with how…read morewonderful the staff has been throughout the entire process. From getting my apartment ready before move-in to responding promptly to a few issues that needed attention, everyone has been professional, friendly, and genuinely helpful. A special thank you to Vonnie, the manager, and her team--Al, Javier, and Mario--for going above and beyond to make the experience smooth and welcoming. It's clear that they take pride in providing great service and making residents feel truly at home. Any concerns I've had have been addressed promptly which has made the transition into my new home so much easier. We still have a couple of issues but I am sure Vonnie and her team will handle it in a timely and courteous manner as they have with our whole move. I really appreciate the excellent customer service and positive attitude from the entire team. I'm very happy with my experience so far and look forward to living here!

I have had the pleasure of residing at Emerald West Apartments in Torrance for almost 5 years. I…read morelove my apartment, an extra large 1 bdrm, plenty of room for a home office. Simply beautiful! My neighbors are friendly, management - Vonny and her team are amazing and the location is prime real estate - close to everything including the beach. The property is quiet which is ideal for adult/retiree living. Amenities include a beautiful pool (although always cold), BBQ grill, laundry room, a great room with games, ping pong table, exercise equipment, weights, sofa and chairs for lounging. The complex is well-kept and managed - Vonny does an excellent job. The Al and the maintenance team are attentive and provide a speedy response and repair to any maintenance and/or repairs. I would highly recommend Emerald West to adults/couples/retirees if it meets your needs, a place of peace and good energy. I will miss being here!

My wife have lived here for about a year so far and we love it…read more The complex is fairly quiet and there is ample street parking in the area. The property manager Cheri has been on it when it comes to our needs making maintanence an easy issue. The gated community gives me extra piece of mind when it comes to ordering packages and they are normally left at my door step. My only one complaint about the complex is that the parking garage itself has a bit steep of a ramp making it difficult for lower cars to make it in without scraping the bottom unless you enter at an angle.

Was here from 2022-2025. Very well kept by management. Clean. The onsite manager is very friendly…read moreand approachable, but also firm about enforcing the building rules and procedures. However, communication about maintenance schedules and water shutoffs could have been more consistent. We usually didn't get emails nor texts which would have been more appreciated. She does yearly inspections too. We loved that we had an online portal for payments. The apartment itself was a good sized one bedroom. We had our own heater which was inside the walk in closet. We had one parking spot for us with more storage in the parking spot. Downside of this apartment is that they are not double paned windows so dust and noise are inevitable. You hear everything. Walls are very thin. We were on the first floor and we could hear everything. There are two rooms of laundry and uses Bluetooth for payment which was amazing. However, only a few work. I believe the residents have reported it several times but no action was done. The residents of the complex were mostly couples and single residents. Only a few people had families. With that said, I think this apartment complex is more appropriate for couples and singles who are looking for a more quiet and intimate space. I wouldn't say this place is family friendly.

Lived here for 3 years, had to relocate and miss it already! We looked at many apartments in the…read moreSouth Bay and Seacrest by far has the perfect combination of everything! They are newer apartments (built in 2018) and the grounds are kept up so well they still look new. The 2 bd 2 ba unit we had was a cozy type of modern, with the most atypical perfect layout. Ample storage, yet I loved that I can stand in the middle of either the kitchen or walk in closet and reach anything within half a step lol. Plus a washer/dryer tucked away in the patio is brilliant! Parking was a bit of an issue due to my having several motorcycles, but Lumi (owner) thoughtfully switched my spaces and worked out great. There's a maintenance crew on site and any issues (minor) were resolved never later than the next morning in my experience. They work quickly and efficiently, and they're quite nice. The amenities are AWESOME... A beautiful large pool area with cabanas and jacuzzi, full gym(s) which are clean and not packed with bodies, relaxing clubhouse and sitting areas, rooftop BBQ area with an awesome view and a secure package room. I never had any problems with stolen packages or mail. Neighbors are pretty considerate and friends are easily made here, especially during the annual Christmas party which is so intimate, cute and casual. They have snacks, crafts, and games where you can win prizes! The neighborhood itself isn't so bad. Any security breaches we had were addressed and since hadn't had any issues. There's alot of great restaurants nearby and coffee is literally in your front yard! Lumi is a pleasure to work with and will extend herself as much as possible to make sure her tenants are happy. She truly thrives off looking for ways to improve, and is an intelligent woman of grace and good business practice. Pretty much the landlord you want to have! I also think the rent is about right, given the going rate. In my honest opinion get what you pay for in this instance. Seacrest for the win!

Prior to following my wife and moving out of LA, I had lived at Seacrest for nearly 2 years…read more Overall would give 4.5 stars (no apartment is perfect in my experience) but probably the best apartment I've lived at given location and pricing. First a little bit of context. I grew up in/near Palos Verdes and had hopped between cities and states before finally coming back to the South Bay. During out apartment hunting, we really only wanted 2 amenities: a personal washer/dryer and A/C. You'll quickly learn that's a tall order in the South Bay (especially the A/C, since Torrance is near the beach) but Seacrest actually had both. It was the height of the COVID pandemic at that time and apartment prices were dirt cheap, so we locked in our 2 bed 2 bath (floor plan C I think?). In general, Seacrest consists of two apartment complexes. Floors 1-2 contain covered parking while floors 3-6 are the actual apartments. Each apartment complex has 2 elevators and the community is gated. Let's start with the negatives (there aren't a lot). Even though you're in Torrance, the apartment shoulders against a few warehouses located in the back. Depending on where your apartment is located, you can hear workers and forklifts buzzing back and forth during the day. At night, you'll periodically hear this loud bang which to this day I still don't know was due to local industrial machinery or gunfire from "straight outta" Carson. Seacrest isn't located in a sketch area, but just know you are near the border of Torrance. Also, when we first moved in there was a lot of package stealing going on, although we never experienced this personally. I think this has gotten better over time. Finally, parking in the parking garage is unfortunately tandem, not separate. With that aside, the apartments are great. A lot of the tenants are working professionals or young families with toddlers trying to grow their roots in Torrance. We never had those annoying neighbors that liked to crank their bass at night...instead it was more like cranky babies who couldn't go back to sleep. Even though there are 2 apartment complexes, they have their own amenities. Each has a separate pool, jacuzzi, gym, balcony/grill, basketball court, and clubhouse, so you don't need to walk far. The gym itself is pretty decent and even contains a stretch/yoga room with hardwood floors and mirrors. Lumi is a responsive manager and answered all of our questions and concerns that popped up during our time living there. Was super happy too about getting pretty much all of our security deposit back after talking with her during our move out. And last but not least, living in Seacrest means you're living in Torrance! Torrance is a happy compromise between not living in isolated, overpriced PV but also not living in somewhat sketchy Carson (sorry Carson, I do love my Filipino food though). Seacrest is on a major street called Sepulveda, meaning you're 5 minutes from the 110 freeway or 15 minutes from Redondo Beach, the pier, and the strand (basically a long bike path on the shoreline that connects Redondo Beach all the way up to Santa Monica). You're nearby the Del Amo mall, which was recently remodeled and used to be the largest mall in America until the 1970s. You're a short drive to Long Beach, home to the Aquarium of the Pacific, the Queen Mary, and the Long Beach Grand Prix. DTLA is 30 minutes away (albeit on a good day with absolutely no traffic), but the parks and beaches in PV are great if you want to escape the city. I also can't ignore the food scene. This is Yelp after all. Some of my favorites include: - Jus' Poke: Hawaiian poke place in Redondo - Coco Ichibanya: Japanese curry chain located in Torrance (RIP Curry House) - Handel's Ice Cream: best ice cream in the South Bay - Back Home in Lahaina: Hawaiian food in Carson - Nick's on 2nd: American food in Long Beach, but they have one in Manhattan Beach as well - Mitsuwa Market: Japanese market in Torrance with an awesome food court inside (Tokyo Central market in Gardena is also great) - Silog: local Filipino joint about a 5 minute walk from Seacrest So with the exception of some noise issues, Seacrest is overall a great choice if you're looking to getting settled in the South Bay. Just make sure to do your shopping with rent prices beforehand, as my experience was different during the pandemic.

We have lived here for 6 years, and it's been wonderful. Kind neighbors, many that have lived here…read morefor many many years. Beautiful peaceful property. Billy has always gone above and beyond for anything we have needed, as well as the rest of the management team. Great location too. Right by all of the local schools and shopping centers.

I would also like to add that they eventually got in touch with my partner ( Tyra asked him to…read moreremove the review) and had him complete an application. We then waited approximately a month before being informed that he was being denied. We were told the reason was that management had "thought about us that day" and decided not to move forward. Additionally, they asked my partner once again to have me remove my review/comment because it was "bad for business." I felt this was inappropriate, especially after the time and effort we invested in the application process and the lack of clear communication throughout the process.

I lived at the citizens 235th for over a year, and they were nothing but good to me and my partner…read more Any time we needed anything, they would go out of their way to assist us. Even with not living there for 3 months, they still go above and beyond. My mail order pharmacy sent my medication to my previous address there and would not resend it. I contacted Nadia and let her know the situation, she was extremely attentive and was able to track it down and secure it for me until I was able to get it picked up. I really appreciate all the help that we endured in our time as residents there and will continue to recommend those looking for a great apartment in a great location of the south bay, to them. Thanks again! Nadia is definitely a huge asset to them there at the citizens 235th location!!! Brittanie and Shirley Burner

I never write reviews. I feel quite compelled to NOT recommend anyone to live here as a recent…read moretenant who literally just moved out specifically because of Nadia. I HIGHLY recommend you take into consideration the comments on property management (aside from Kelli - she is relatively new and does try to help this goat rope of a company She is extempt from this review). While the "area" may be decent, the apartments are poorly and cheaply put together. Paint splatters everywhere, cheap appliances, no AC, huge gaps underneath the island connecting to the floor, garage storages are disgusting, and that's just a few examples. This isn't even the biggest and most disturbing issue. I say again - It's property management! One person in particular = NADIA! Nadia is only responsive when it benefits her. Otherwise, you will not hear from her. She contacted me three times for my renters insurance despite this already being sent to her via text twive AND then the 3rd time threatened to charge me for not having it on file. What's mind boggling is if what I provided wasn't sufficient documentation there should've been communication. Not one time! She even said thanks when it was provided. I digress. She rides around on her golf cart to walk her dog, leaves work early to pick up her daughter & doesn't return (I can't even begin to tell you how many times I tried to catch her in the office - never there!), and doesn't even communicate to her co-workers about the issues on this property. Kelli had no idea I was moving out. Nadia knew the day I moved out, when I followed back up and randomly stopped by because of the lack of response, and NOW I've asked about my Security Deposit twice with absolutely no response. Choose wisely my friends. I hope this comment helps. Take care!

If you are looking for an apartment in the South Bay/Torrance area... you've found the perfect…read moreplace. Seaport Homes offers a quiet, clean, friendly, and most importantly safe environment. We have lived here for four years and have truly enjoyed our time. The units have updated appliances, spacious rooms (including closets), and large bathrooms. We've lived in two unit models (1B/1B & 2B/2B) and both units were fantastic to live in. Seaport offers great amenities: fitness gym, basketball court, tennis, two BBQs, and a spa. You often feel like you're on vacation at Seaport! Most importantly, the staff deserves 11/10 stars. Brittany and Shannon are incredible to work with and will do anything they can to accommodate your request. And we certainly can't forget the maintenance staff. They will fix any issue you may have in your unit any time of day. They are quick to respond and will even come and help on the weekends. Everyone is so friendly! Thank you Seaport for treating us like family!

I lived in Seaport homes for 8 years. I loved it. I left in 2020 when my dad left me his residence…read moreat his passing. It was a total joy living there. I had an apartment next to the leasing office. The place was quiet and well maintained. I loved the basketball court, the jacuzzi on the roof next to the grills along with the view at night. Above all, I loved the security of the place. There weren't any problem residents. People were professional. You feel safe. Thanks Brittany for making my experience there so enjoyable. I live in Laguna Woods now. It is ideal for me and I love it here. I visit this site occasionally because there are things I miss about living here.

I lived in one of the studio apartments at Ocean West for four years, and was sad to leave. I spent…read morea great deal of time using the pool and always felt my car was safe in the gated garage. All of the neighbors were friendly, and the kids were respectful of the common areas. Very quiet at night. The maintenance staff handled all service inquiries promptly and with personal care. The property manager, Lorena, ALWAYS greeted me with a smile and a check in, which made living there feel truly like home. She went over and above her required job, even wishing me well on holidays, knowing my family was on the East Coast. My only recommendation is to convert the on-site laundry to a card system, although if keeping the coin system keeps costs low ($4 a load in 5/2026), maybe no change is needed! Ocean West is in the heart of a quiet, residential community and adjacent to a school with plenty of on street parking for guests and walkable to 711, Walmart, PetSmart, and Tokyo Central. Very close to Del Amo Mall and an 9 minute ride to the Esplanade in Redondo Beach.

Great, Fast response for our request to change our broken toilet. Replaced and upgraded quickly…read more The Gentleman had the best attitude while he work on our request... We Truly appreciate the work that was done!

This is our 3rd year here. It's located at one of most isolated but beautiful places in So Ca. The…read moreapartment is a bit outdated but they're in the process of renovating and we just happen to grab one that wasn't. First I must say that I LOVE the new management- Gabrielle and Tim! (And the maintenance guy Steven and his crew). If I could just rate it on these people alone it would be 5 stars but I have to be honest and take into account my experience for the last three years. The new management team is just what was needed for this complex because the old management had the most vile, disgusting and rudest customer service. In fact, it was well known in the area when we went searching for other places to live. This was especially true when we first moved in- Leslie pretty much tossed us our keys with no explanation on where things were located. I had no idea where the garage parking was, mailbox, and where to store our bikes at (this was not shown to us during the tour) When I had asked, I was given the rudest and condescending answer by Leslie and Tania (the latter no longer is here -for that we are all grateful). So, I found the garage, mailbox and bike storage by asking random people living in the complex. I was not happy and put a bitter taste in my mouth. I avoided management at all cost because I would fear being ridiculed and didn't need that negativity in my life. Fast forward to a year ago. New management and things sudden shifted and the pandemic came in to disrupt everyone's living. I was not able to work due to pandemic. I reached out to Gabrielle and she was not only was so helpful in arranging a solution but also sympathetic. Something that lacked in the world especially in this apt complex. I've dealt with Tim as well and nice respectful man as well. With new management, the apt was able to fill up its long history of vacancy even during the pandemic which is a true testament to past customer service this place has had. We randomly reviewed a $75 gift card (not sure why) and for holidays- a gift bag of goodies! Very unexpected and a nice touch. Also, as mentioned earlier- Steven the maintenance guy is really the only reason why many stayed during bad management. He was reliable and just a very humble move gentleman. The guys he works with was also very nice and respectful. I am grateful for Steven and his crew. Thank you Greystar for finally putting in new management in!!!

We lived here for about 2.5 years and we absolutely enjoyed it. The staff were warm, customer…read moreservice friendly, and helpful when there were any maintenance issues. Highly recommend this location but units do go fast. I hear prices have risen but it's well worth it for its location.