3/5 Jim S. 11 months ago on Google
Revised
Review:
After
relocating
from
Avalon
Camarillo
(AC),
we
settled
into
a
two-bedroom
townhome
apartment,
where
the
combined
water,
sewer,
and
trash
expenses
have
averaged
$45
to
$54
over
the
past
six
months.
This
is
notably
lower
than
the
$75
we
used
to
pay
for
a
one-bedroom
unit
at
Avalon
Camarillo.
Other
reviewers
have
suggested
that
the
bills
at
AC
might
have
been
divided
based
on
the
entire
building's
usage
rather
than
individual
households,
leading
to
the
observed
difference.
Here
is
our
unbiased
review
after
residing
here
for
over
a
month.
We
also
have
friends
from
two
families
who
still
reside
here
and
share
their
positive
experiences:
The
Good:
1.
The
community
grounds
are
impeccably
maintained,
and
there's
a
city
park
just
a
2-minute
walk
away,
which
is
dog-friendly
(on
a
leash).
2.
The
staff
members
are
friendly,
professional,
and
eager
to
assist
with
any
issues.
3.
The
units
are
clean
and
well-maintained
and
feature
ample
storage
space
in
the
kitchen.
The
walk-in
closet
in
the
one-bedroom
unit
is
particularly
spacious.
4.
The
well-maintained
full-size
swimming
pool
and
available
grills
are
great
amenities.
The
jacuzzi
is
a
nice
addition,
though
some
tenants
have
been
observed
using
it
as
a
bubble
bath.
5.
With
four
different
floor
plans,
residents
can
find
a
unit
that
suits
their
needs.
However,
it's
best
to
call
for
accurate
availability
information,
as
the
website
may
not
always
be
up-to-date.
6.
The
property
offers
a
30-day
trial
period,
allowing
residents
to
break
the
lease
without
a
two-month
fee
if
they
decide
to
move
within
the
first
month.
7.
Convenient
access
to
101
north
ramps
via
Flynn
Rd
and
101
south
via
Santa
Barbara
Rd,
both
just
a
short
drive
away.
8.
Overall,
the
property
is
pet-friendly,
despite
some
limitations.
9.
The
clubhouse
can
be
reserved
for
private
parties,
adding
to
the
community's
amenities.
10.
Each
unit
comes
with
a
garage,
which
is
a
valuable
feature.
Potential
Concerns:
Based
on
our
experience
during
our
stay,
we've
outlined
the
following
points:
1.
Rail
noise
is
a
noticeable
issue,
particularly
for
buildings
5&6
or
7,
as
they
are
located
near
the
tracks.
Frequent
cargo
trains
and
Amtrak
passages
with
loud
horns
and
vibrations
occur,
especially
on
busy
days.
2.
Noise
from
neighboring
apartments,
particularly
creaky
floors,
and
roofs,
can
be
bothersome.
Having
a
young
child
in
the
unit
may
further
exacerbate
this
issue.
3.
Noise
and
vibrations
from
the
garages
underneath
the
units
can
also
be
annoying.
4.
While
a
single
parking
spot
is
provided
for
free,
an
additional
spot
will
cost
either
$55
(for
a
parking
lot)
or
$120
(for
a
garage).
Minor
Points:
1.
The
community's
paved
asphalt
driveways
are
nice,
but
they
can
become
less
pet-friendly
after
being
in
the
sun
for
a
while.
2.
The
grounds
mainly
consist
of
mulch
rather
than
grassy
areas,
which
might
not
be
ideal
for
puppies'
daily
routines.
3.
There
may
be
a
cleaning
fee
of
$100
or
$125
upon
moving
out,
and
it
would
be
preferable
to
have
a
more
transparent
process
during
lease
signing.
In
summary,
this
is
a
pleasant
community
with
a
professional
management
team
and
attractive
amenities
included
in
the
rent.
However,
prospective
tenants
with
pets
should
consider
the
noise
and
lack
of
grassy
areas.
Selecting
a
unit
based
on
privacy
preferences
and
noise
tolerance
is
recommended,
with
top-floor
units
being
a
favorable
option.
Remember
that
the
rent
for
two-bedroom
apartments
has
reportedly
increased
significantly
in
the
past
two
years.
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