Mariner’s West Apartments

My partner and I have lived her for almost a year and a half. There is very little to complaint about and much to love. Our apartment was renovated just before we moved in and is beautiful. All of our appliances are in top notch condition and we have beautiful black granite countertops, dark wood floors, and brand-​new windows and heaters. The apartment itself is a one bedroom with plenty of space for both of us as well as our cat and small dog. The balcony is also huge which is a great park we can fit two bikes and a hammock very easily on it. Though there is a community bike storage in the laundry room with plenty of space, we just don’t have locks for it.
Another thing to love is the location. The apartments are on a slough in which you can paddleboard or kayak and just across the way is a small beach. Also about 100 yards from us is a nice park for kids with a baseball field and a cute neighborhood you can walk around. And within a quarter of a mile, about a 8 minute walk, is a shopping center with really any store you might need on a day-​to-​day basis. Target, Staples, Petco, world market, chipotle etc. and we have super easy access to the 101 and 92 and from the 92 the 280. I drive to Palo Alto every day and it takes me about 40 minutes to get to Stanford.
But perhaps my favorite thing about the entire apartment is its proximity to the bay. In about a 10 minute walk you can be at the bay and in about a 20 minute walk you can be at a huge dog park and a great look out to San Francisco over the water.
The price is reasonable for the amenities compared with other apartments in this general area. I have friends who pay equivalent amounts in Palo Alto and San Francisco and get far less for their money. We have ample space, a storage locker in the garage, and a pool, and a quaint little neighborhood that feels very safe.
Finally, the management is really great. Brian is incredibly responsive via text or email. We’ve had a few minor issues, such as a broken light and A broken heater, and he was able to get them fixed as quickly as possible. He’s around most of the day every day, so he does a good job of keeping us up-​to-​date on what’s going on with the apartment complex.
Perhaps my one complaint, though I think it is generally a good thing, is that there has been a lot of construction on the buildings recently. Every time someone moves out, the owner renovates their apartment. Also, apparently there was some dry rot on one of the buildings, so there’s been a lot of construction on the exterior of one of the buildings. That being said, it’s always between 9 and 5 PM and it’s never really loud or bothersome in that sense, sometimes it just makes it a little bit harder to park or makes the exterior sort of ugly for a while. But that means were getting all new amenities and apartments are being renovated and it’s clear that the ownership really cares about keeping things up to date.
It’s really great place to live, you should consider it if you are able to.

My wife and I moved here a year ago as we were looking for a bigger place. We looked at several places in the area and even though this was the first apartment we saw, I knew this was where we wanted to live.
The buildings are very well kept, and you have a feeling of security as there are security cameras throughout and the garage has a gate that is only accessible with a garage door opener. I take my dog out for a walk twice a day and have always felt safe. The place is conveniently located across a park, walking distance to Bridgepointe Shopping Center (Target, Staples, etc), and a short drive to the ¹⁰¹⁄₉₂ freeways and downtown San Mateo
Our unit has been extensively remodeled, with new carpet in the living room and bedrooms, and dark wood flooring in the entrance, hallway, dining room and kitchen. Dual-​pane windows were recently installed, which really helps with insulation and noise, though the neighborhood is usually quiet anyway. What really sold me on Mariners West is the kitchen. The kitchen is open to the living room, with high quality dark granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances. Definitely a cook’s dream!
Lastly, the above could not be maintained without a building manager who knows what he is doing. Brian has been on top of making sure the buildings are kept up and tenants happy. He makes sure we are aware of what is going on in the community, and he has been very responsive when I email him with questions or requests, a big plus. Just last night, my car battery died and needed a jump. I emailed him and he offered to help first thing in the morning! A+ service.
I highly recommend Mariners West as a place to live.

Wife and I have lived here with our dog for the past 2 years. During that time, the ownership/​management had changed, so initially we were skeptical of how things would transition. Luckily for us, everything went smoothly and we ended up being in even better hands. Minor issues were handled promptly, announcements always made well in advance of necessary work, grounds are kept clean, appliances and finishings were modernized, and Brian our manager was/​is consistently looking to make improvements to the complex’s living conditions. Speaking of… Brian is always accessible should you need anything, which we found greatly comforting. Our neighbors have been the most pleasant of people we have encountered since relocating to the bay area, and I find that management seeks to find tenants that best fit this mold.
If looking for a place in the area, I would without hesitation recommend giving Mariners West a call first.

We cannot recommend this place at all. We signed a lease and notified the owner less than 24hrs later that we can’t move there anymore due to my job relocating me and my family. Owner promised to help and find a replacement tenant so they posted an add on craigslist but of course asking for more rent that what we are going to pay. How is that fair? Of course they couldn’t find new tenants so after a month they asked us to pay another few thousand dollars cancellation fee to get out of the lease. A cancellation fee which doesn’t even exist in the lease! You are either going to pay a few more thousand dollars to get out or the owner will lock you in for your entire lease term. We ended up paying to get out of the lease which we didn’t like at all and it was probably not legal since it wasn’t stated in the lease.
They cashed the cancellation fee check within 24hrs but we had to wait weeks to get our security deposit back for an apartment we never moved in to. Another funny thing, after we gave them the cancellation check (which was considered another month rent) next day somebody moved in the apartment. Now the owner made double rent for the same unit. How greedy can you be.
Never again!

Being in the property management industry myself, Mariners West Apartments is extremely well-​managed by Brian, its resident manager. He is not only very efficient in his duties but also very personable and fair with all of the tenants. The property is very efficiently maintained and the improvements done such as the installation of new laundry equipment and those still being performed such as the replacing of the windows is a proven testament to the excellent value of residing at the property. I would highly recommend to any renter looking for a pleasant and peaceful place to call home that they should choose Mariners West Apartments. Keep up the good work Brian!

I’ve lived in many apartments in the bay area and this has been my favorite yet. Nearly everything has been renovated recently or is in the process of being upgraded. I’ve been most thankful for our on-​site manager, Brian, who is obviously on top of everything. He is quick and responsive to concerns, which makes life so much easier for me. Brian is kind, always willing to help, and answers my (too many) questions expediently. It’s clear the management cares about keeping the property maintained well and I appreciate that.

I’ve lived here for a while, and I wish I could stay. A wonderful place to live, and I would move back if I relocate to the area again.
Most units overlook the water on the lagoon and there are two pools (one for quiet with a jacuzzi and one larger one for laps or BBQs). Also a great gym. I gave up my paid gym membership when I moved in.
The owners have taken great care to maintain and upgrade the units. New kitchens, new carpets and flooring, new appliances. They are building new laundry rooms and putting in new machines.
Parking is covered and secure and I never heard any noise for cars (or from my neighbors).
The area is perfectly located for getting to work (jump onto 92 and the San Mateo Bridge or 280; or get on 101). Within walking distance of Bridgepoint Shopping (Starbucks, Target, etc) and very close to the Seal Point park on the Bay. We used to walk over to the Fish Market on the lagoon for dinner and drinks.
Great place to live if you are on your own, if you are a couple or if you have a kid.
The team who run the place provided everything that I asked for. Couldn’t be happier.

I have lived at these apartments for a year, and have nothing bad to say about them. The renovated units are beautiful, the community stays clean and quiet, and the price is reasonable compared to other apartments in the area.
Great location with shopping all around and easy access to Highway 92.
Overall a great place to live!

Great newly remodeled spacious apartments! The new manager Brian is very quick at addressing any issues that may come up. Brian is very nice and friendly, I was very happy to live here for almost 2 years and since Brian took over management, well things got even better. Sad I have to move as my family dynamics have changed. Mariners west really feels warm and like you are on a permanent vacation. the water views are so relaxing and so many amenities offered at mariners west. They are family friendly great park just feet away and also pet friendly. this place makes a great place to call home.

Checked these apartments out and they look great. Nice location with lots to do around.
Price is reasonable for what you get as well.

Great remodeled apartments! Very modern with a lot of open space between the kitchen and living room. Quiet area with a great view of the lagoon! Also easy access to all the freeways! One happy tenant! :)

After looking at many places we chose this and we are so glad. Comparable apartments are found at higher and lower prices for the rent but the options on most were higher. Their pet deposit is a bit lower and water/​garbage/​sewer as well. The apartment is totally renovated! Nicely done! The unit has 1 bathroom but it has a vanity and sink in the master which helps a lot. The view is great, it is quiet and plenty of parking. The manager, Jeremiah, is very easy to deal with, very responsive and very available with a smile. He is always around and works late hours. Good storage free in the underground carport. I have no complains but perhaps a couple of suggestions: Add laundry inside the units and accept credit cards, without adding a fee!

I have been a resident here in a one bedroom since April 2013. The apartments are being recently renovated as I was told they would be when I moved in, and it really looks great. The rent here is NOT cheap. But the area is nice, quiet and the management is very responsive. Jeremiah is the new manager and he does a great job. Any issues are dealt with promptly. Other than the high rent, which is just a fact of life in this area, no complaints, I love living here!

I lived in one of the 1 bedroom apartments over two years, and recently moved out. When I first moved in, the rent was $ 1250 — an awesome deal. I admit, initially the complex wasn’t much to admire with old hallway carpeting, furniture and fixtures. The apartment itself was nice for the price. What mattered more was the neighborhood. The neighborhood is quiet, clean and surrounded by nice town homes with views of the slough (water canals).
I soon discovered that I can walk to the BridgePointe Plaza (frozen yogurt, Marshalls and Target) and go on walks along the slough (plenty of people walking their dogs). It’s gorgeous during both the day and night! In the vicinity, there’s also Tidelands Park and a separate dog park.
Prior to it being purchased, I’m sure the previous owners purposely were doing the bare minimum to maintain the properties. The new owners did a really nice job in the end of updating the complex with a fresh, modern style, repaved driveways and new appliances.
Jeremiah, the community director is very professional and addresses your requests in a timely manner.
I really enjoyed living here and would recommend the community as a place to call home.

This building was recently purchased by a company called FPI (Folsom, CA). The new owners evicted most of the tenants that live in the corner units on November 1. Does this give you a big hint of what these people are like –evicting tenants just before the holidays? 30 days later, they raised everyone’s rent by 10%. The landlord who they are trying to «polish up» by referring to him as the «Community Manager» told the tenants that the goal is to raise the rent $ 800-​$ 900 dollars per month. The first «improvement» they made was to change all the lighting in the hallways and garage to the brightest flourescent lights you can imagine. They cause headaches and really make the filthy rug and all the chips on the wall and the filthy hallways even more obvious in their disrepair. «Lipstick on a Pig» comes to mind. For those tenants that were unfortunate enough to not be evicted yet; the new owners continue with the audacity to raise the rent while entering the apartments, regularly, to work on minor upgrades. Slowly marching to that «Eyeshadow on a Pig?» Tenants pay rent to have a peaceful space to inhabit, not to live with the constant instrusion upon their living space. Further, it’s hilarious that this old building thinks it can compete with the newer buildings (in the same price range) in the immediate area. Karma…