Molino Apartments

I lived at the Molino Apartments for five years. I can honestly say, of all the places I’ve lived in my life this was my favorite. It is a well maintained, clean and quiet complex. The management was very friendly and helpful and if there were any issues they would attempt a quick resolution. This is why I stayed there as long as I did. The units are quite large with a balcony (the balcony of dreams) and a parking space (like gold in Long Beach). It’s in a very nice area, located only a few blocks from the beach. I would recommend these apartments to anybody looking for a nice, quite place to live in the LBC. If I hadn’t had a housing opportunity come along that I just couldn’t refuse, I’d definitely still be living there. I was sad to say goodbye to such a great place, but as they say, all good things must end.
One side note: after I moved, I had some issues with my deposit. Nothing on the managements end, it was a roommate issue. Jennifer, the manager of the Molino apartments, was extremely helpful and helped me resolve everything quickly and fairly easily. The fact that I was no longer a tenant but she was still so willing to assist with my issues says a lot about the quality of service they offer. She definitely went above and beyond in my opinion and I am extremely grateful for all her help.

A smoker’s delight! Loved the feeling of being near the beach; with the fresh air that came my way. However, I wish I could’ve left my doors and windows open so I can enjoy that on a hot summer night without inhaling second hand smoke from a majority of people living here. NOT a smoke free living environment. Tenants are aloud to smoke in their units and on the premise (and they conveniently have an ash tray in a designated area for you!). On that note, the unit does not have AC only ceiling fans, so you’re pretty much out of luck. They do have a wall heater that heats up your walls for the winter months. It’s a very quiet zone, any noise is prohibited by the neighbors and manager. They have been raising the rent to a ridiculous amount every 6 – 12 months. So I suggest signing that contract! Loved the pool, one parking underground (bc parking sucks in this area) and on site laundry with two washers and dryers though shared with 16 other units. ($ 1.25 for wash and $ 1 for dry). Overall, they continue to have a big turnover rate here prob B.C. of rent increases. they offer you an affordable rate with a low deposit. then get you after your lease is up…$ 1450 for a one bedroom one bath? Please. totally disregards people’s well being… found something similar in the area for waaaay cheaper!!! I would rate 2 ½ stars…