Renters beware! This is not a standard Airbnb where you have interaction with the owner. It is managed by a management company, which I think is doing its best in a tough situation; but the fact remains that the property itself is lacking in several aspects and I got the distinct impression this was either the first time this property had been rented out or the owner was purposefully cutting corners. Particularly considering the price, I would strongly dissuade anyone from renting this unit! You will not get what you’re expecting!
The description says the condo “boasts upgrades throughout!” Nothing could be further from the truth. Rusty shower curtain rods, builder-grade shower heads that spray water everywhere, cracked lamp shades, and a blanket clipped up over the windows as a ‘curtain’ are just the tip of the iceberg. The worst part, IMO, was the horribly dim lighting, making the condo downright depressing once the sun set. We also had repeat issues with lights in the kitchen and living room, as well as the garage-entry remotes. Again, I felt the management company did its best to trouble-shoot, but ultimately a lot of the issues were outside of their control.
As an aside, although I recognize this is in no way the fault of the owner, the condo is located in an area where loads of homeless hang out – right between Petco Park and the Public Library. Accordingly, it’s worth considering that being within walking distance of ‘great restaurants and entertainment’ isn’t going to matter if you don’t feel safe out walking at night.
The only way I would suggest this apt is if you want a place to stay for a couple nights to attend an event at Petco Park, due to its close proximity. But since the owner is only offering long-term leases, that is not currently an option.