Sorry for the long review!! I have never written any kind of review(s) for anything however since I was a resident at one of the 2B Living properties I needed to express my overall experience with management and my time living in the Oakland area. I moved to the Bay Area last year in July 2021, from Southern California, not having any idea or clue what I was getting myself into. I'm a firm believer as human beings we can always move forward with Hope as long as we have open communication, transparency, and vulnerability. My experience with management at 2B Living has truly been a blessing!!! Unfortunately, in this Life we will go through many seasons filled with such unique storms however with 2B Living management it has been a beautiful experience, always offering all the support. Renting at one of their properties was overall amazing because they always offered solutions and took time in creating an action plan regarding parking and lease challenges, mail delivery, overall Amazon orders, maintenance challenges, etc. etc. Dominick, Tameka, and Veronica all have such beautiful and kind souls! They truly offer the support, overall understanding, and empathy. I always maintained open communication regardless of current Life situations and one thing I learned is they all appreciated the openness. Renting at one of these properties here was a beautiful challenge, not because it's 2B Living but because of my personal challenges I was facing, because of management and the people that work and serve their residents it made my time easier when renting knowing management truly does care for their tenants/residents at their properties they serve. I truly loved every minute of it. Thankfully, the unit came furnished making my transition from SoCal to the Bay a bit easier. The staff always guided me, step by step, as I was making the transition to the Bay Area and always reassured me I was in good hands. They had an answer for every question I had or if they didn't they would connect with me later to provide me with all the correct information. Management and corporate always tried to do their best to provide additional support when there was maintenance challenges or if I had tons of questions regarding my lease, parking, etc. They always did their best to advocate all needs and concerns. After, almost 7 months my time here has ended and now I move forward living in another city near by. I highly recommend renting at one of 2B Living properties, with my own personal experience, I would do it all over again and I'm thankful for this moment and season in my Life! I'm not too certain what the future holds but I hope I can cross paths again with 2B Living. Definitely made my first time experience living here in the Oakland area great. Thank you to everyone at 2B Living for your grace, empathy, and advocacy! We need more property management companies like you guys! Now, the new seasons starts! read more

BEWARE! BEWARE! BEWARE! Stay as far away from this company as possible. Both as tenants as well as if you own property. So you know this is not just a tirade from an upset tenant; I am actually an Executive for a Large Tech Company locally, so a professional + own my own properties in the PNW. Please take that professionalism into consideration in helping the validity of this review. You will end up in court with these scam-artists! Problems: 1. Entering Apartment without notice or permission. Not just mine but others. Have statement for court already by other tenants and video. 2. Black water build-up in tub and not fixed for days while forced to stay in apartment or hotel at your own expense. (feel free to message, happy to attach pictures). 3. Threatening emails from Staff of 2BLiving and them (owner Brooks) okay with! 4. Retaliation done by 2B Living on numerous accounts and staff 5. Without water in bathroom for Days unable to take showers 6. Property stolen - Specifically a $250k+ classic car. When upset about the incident the owner of 2BLiving sent an email saying you must be 'drunk', as you were upset by this personal violation at your home. By his retaliation earlier, it was probably him who stole the car knowing it was there and acting like a family heirloom stolen and this personal violation was no big deal. 7. Aggressive and threatening behavior by staff 8. Bullying done by Owner Brooks + Retaliatory actions and threats documented by emails. 9. While water is flooding bathroom, it taking days to get a response. 10. Trying to force move you out into another apartment So this is the type of behavior done by 2BLiving and I would veer far away from them as tenant and listing your property. I am using all social channels as well as places like Facebook's Internal Network, LinkedIn's Internal Network, Twitter Internal Network as well as external to explain what kind of people 2BLiving is. I work/worked for these companies and since local, hopefully it will help keep people safely away from Slumlords like him who try and use intimidation to get his way. My hopes is that after I file and this court case is won by me, people like him wont be able to be in business and maybe they will have to go get a real job instead of using what his parents worked hard to build. In the end, typical Silicon Valley Entitlement Mentality who doesn't understand professionalism. Downfall - The owner of the property, Kathy, is one of the nicest ladies around and takes pride in her property. Very nice and respectable lady. Melissa is great too. The men for this company though and owner (Brooks) now with their threatening emails etc...well I guess the courts will decide that! Last - Complaint being filed with Bureau of Real Estate, Ethics Complaint against: CalBRE# 01896139. Guess somehow someone lost touch of their ethics over the years of their free ride. read more

BEWARE of all Arthaus properties they manage, this includes other properties they manage, if they do it at Arthaus, they will do it anywhere: 1) They in my experience are preditory. Selective enforcement, harassing tenants, not fixing anything, the works including making up landlord/tenant laws as they go. I just had to roll my eyes at the amount they just don't understand. 2) The buildings are designed to create conflict, washer/dryer by the front door, they say there are no cameras in the community kitchen but they seem to know everything that goes on. Test it you will see. It's giving, 1990's target on rap music when the industry purposely would only support violent rap and rap music went from love songs to killing each other. 3) their lease is not enforceable but they will refer to it like its the law, IT IS NOT. Do your homework, go to free lawyers and get some help to deal with them. And from DAY ONE, don't wait. 4) The Housing Inspector won't cite them for issues. Like most property management cos. they are in with the housing inspector. So follow up to make sure your complaint is on the website under the property complaints, its online. 5) they have "management" plants living as tenants in most buildings so if someone is overly inquisitive and asking you questions or complaining to you to get you to talk, DON'T, its a trap. The next thing you know you will be the target of management. 6) Safety is a huge issue, and they won't do much. I had to deal with someone who was violent, directly with my own attorney because they refused to address the severe issues with this tenant, he moved but I had to make that happen for my own safety. Management woudn't let me out of my lease. 7) There is a lot of mental illness in the complex, while at first I made space for things that would happen, as we should, the dumpster diving, screaming matches and chaos became too much. You might find yourself just super stressed while you are trying to manage your own life. Its not easy and will wear you down. Finally, you think it will be great because while the units are new, no mold, and are cute despite being small, and the are super affordable. Know this... you will be consumed with the nonsense of 2Bliving (twobliving.com) creates, you will thus always be on edge living here and won't be able to focus on your own life and success. If you just have to because this is what you can afford, trust me I get that, try getting a less desireable unit by the parking or the front as no one really wants those units and thus they are empty a lot. This will at least keep you out of the frey. good luck, I hope this helps you. read more

I am immensely grateful for the exceptional rental services provided by 2B Living. Their dedication to helping me secure the perfect rental home went above and beyond my expectations. Additionally, I want to express my heartfelt appreciation to Trio for their support in providing affordable housing options, which made this process even more accessible and comfortable for me as an educator. Working with 2B Living was an absolute pleasure from the very beginning. Their team took the time to understand my specific needs and preferences, guiding me through the rental process with professionalism and expertise. They were attentive to every detail, addressing any concerns I had and ensuring that I found a home that truly felt like the perfect fit. Moreover, Trio's involvement in the process made a significant difference. As an educator, having access to affordable housing options through Trio was incredibly valuable and reassuring. It's heartwarming to see 2B Living's commitment to supporting teachers and community members through initiatives like Trio, making a positive impact beyond just real estate transactions. The rental home I secured through 2B Living is more than just a place to live--it's a sanctuary where I feel comfortable and supported. The quality of the home and the amenities provided exceed my expectations, enhancing my overall living experience in every way possible. In conclusion, I cannot recommend 2B Living enough to anyone in search of exceptional rental services and a company that genuinely cares about its community. Their dedication to providing the best possible rental options, coupled with their support for educators through Trio, is truly commendable. Thank you, 2B Living and Trio, for making this process seamless and for your unwavering commitment to making a positive difference in people's lives. Thank you Ariana for showing me the apt at Magnolia. Thank Lindsey for going above and beyond on get me the best possible deal and thank you so much Walter from Trio, Thank you for your efforts and dealing with all the million questions I had... Thank you helping Oakland teachers!! read more

Working alongside 2B Living has been an absolute pleasure. Their trust in our services and their commitment to maintaining their properties at the highest standards are truly commendable. It's not every day that we come across a property management company that values and prioritizes the well-being of their properties as much as they do. I must highlight the exceptional quality of their property managers. In particular, I have had the pleasure of working closely with Dave Aguirre, who is a true standout in his field. Dave embodies integrity, possesses an unparalleled work ethic, and consistently goes above and beyond to ensure the properties under his care receive the best service possible. Dave's dedication to his work is evident in every action he takes. His genuine concern for the well-being of both the properties and the tenants he serves sets him apart. He is a true asset to 2B Living, and I feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to collaborate with him. I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to 2B Living for their confidence in our services and their unwavering commitment to excellence. It is a partnership that I value immensely, and I look forward to continuing our collaboration in the future. In conclusion, I can confidently say that 2B Living, under the leadership of property managers like Dave Aguirre, is setting a remarkable standard in property management. Their dedication to providing top-notch customer service to their tenants is truly commendable, and it has been an honor to be a part of their team. Thank you once again for the opportunity to work with you. Here's to a continued partnership and future successes together. read more

I had high hopes when I moved into this apartment based on a friend's recommendation, but my experience quickly turned uncomfortable and felt targeted. From the beginning, the property manager, Michael, exhibited unprofessional behavior and harassment tactics. Firstly, his aggressive phone calls demanding rent payment, coupled with rude remarks, were completely uncalled for. When I installed a digital entry lock for security, he continuously badgered me to remove it without valid reasons. To add insult to injury, the water bills from the management company were exorbitant, yet Michael failed to provide any reasonable explanation or evidence of proper division. His lack of transparency only fueled my suspicions of being unfairly targeted. Moreover, promises of parking were conveniently forgotten, leaving me stranded and inconvenienced. The Resident Manager's unwelcoming demeanor further exacerbated our discomfort, making us feel unwelcome in our own home where my family lives. Despite my efforts to communicate and resolve issues, Michael remained unhelpful and dismissive, ignoring my inquiries about move-out procedures and costs. Even when I went the extra mile to prepare the apartment for departure, his indifference persisted, refusing to provide basic assistance like paint color matching. Overall, my experience with this management company has been nothing short of disappointing and frustrating. I strongly advise against renting from them, as their lack of professionalism and disregard for tenants' well-being make for an unpleasant living situation. read more

This entire review is about Armin Bajramovic, a maintenance worker for 2B Living. There was a leak in my room that left me without a place to sleep for just over a week, and in that time I got to know Armin in a way you don't usually get to know the people who work on your apartment. Without a doubt, the most capable maintenance worker I've ever met. I say maintenance worker because there isn't one word that actually covers what he does: carpentry, plumbing, cleaning, painting, physical labor, anything you can think of was handled by him. He had to tear out the drywall in my room, fix the plumbing issues overhead, repatch the drywall, paint it back over, and clean the entire room top to bottom. All done by one person. Absolutely incredible. What made it more than just a repair job was the time we spent together. We talked for hours across those days, shared a lot of laughs, and at one point it turned into him grabbing me food from Whole Foods one day and me returning the favor the next. That kind of human interaction is rare, especially in a setting where most people are just trying to get in and get out, and it's something I'll genuinely remember. If 2B Living is reading this - Armin is the SOLE reason a really frustrating week turned into a memorable one read more

I live in a property 2B manages and they have been responsive and helpful about some issues beyond their control. They fix maintenance issues quickly and have communicated their strategy for dealing with a roach problem that developed due to a neighbor. I appreciate they need to follow all applicable tenant laws and are doing serious monthly pest control to manage the situation. Having an app to file fix-it requests is very helpful and our resident manager, Marcos, responds quickly and efficiently. Our courtyard is very nice and he's always working to keep it clean and well maintained. Allan, the property manager for several properties in my area, goes above and beyond to communicate and handle the issues our complex is facing. He handled my initial walkthrough and made changes based on my preferences (installing curtain rods instead of blinds) before I even moved in. Most property managers have not been that considerate, in my experience. I was incredibly distressed when the pest problem developed, but the management teams response has made the best of bad situation and really limited the impact of it. I appreciate their continuing diligence in handling it. I would rent from 2B Living again. read more

I recently had a fantastic experience with 2B Living, and I'm thrilled to share my positive feedback. Their commitment to tenant satisfaction was evident, making my time with them truly enjoyable. The properties are impeccably maintained, and the sense of community they foster is remarkable. Lindzi Tran, the representative I worked with, deserves special recognition. Her passion for her role and dedication to providing exceptional service were apparent from our first interaction. Lindzi's extensive knowledge, prompt responsiveness, and genuine willingness to assist made my visit seamless and stress-free. Her excellent communication skills and attention to detail demonstrated a level of professionalism that sets 2B Living apart. Overall, 2B Living and Lindzi Tran have exceeded my expectations for a property management company. Their commitment to maintaining high standards, fostering a positive living environment, and delivering outstanding customer service make them a top choice for anyone seeking a reliable and enjoyable rental experience. I wholeheartedly recommend 2B Living and applaud Lindzi for her exceptional work in making my time with them truly an enjoyable and rewarding experience. read more

I've been a resident with 2BLiving for the last few years now and had such an incredible experience! Huge shoutout to Nelly, the property manager for the units I was a resident for. I first worked with Nelly a few years ago, and she was very responsive, kind, and has continued to look out for me and others in the building. When it came time to make a change and move into a different unit, she helped make the transition smooth and accommodated multiple requests. I ended up moving out of the area, but when I reached out to her again a year later, she was right there - quick to reply, set things tours with units that lined up with my preferences. Within 24 hours I had already toured multiple units with others queued up. Caroline, who helped with the showings, has also been absolutely amazing to work with as well - she's friendly, patient, and has accommodated multiple last minute requests with ease. Overall, I've consistently had a positive experience and working with them both to secure a unit and being a resident has been easy and stress free. Highly recommend working with Nelly and Caroline if you're looking for a new place! read more

This may be my first review on Yelp. Ever. And I'm pleasantly surprised (if not a bit shocked) that it's for a property mgmt company. Disclaimer: it's only been a week, but... I've now worked with both Maddie (realtor) and Dave (property manager) from 2B Living and both have been a breath of fresh air. Maddie was very accommodating during the interview process being flexible with the roommates various work schedules. I was equally impressed by the communication and attention to detail that was given throughout up to the lease signing. The transition was a smooth one from there to Dave who reached on the same day to setup a walk through. He was understanding about a mix up on days and came back the next day short notice to do the apt inspection. He was very helpful and considerate of our few asks and delivered ahead of when originally promised. Again communication was top notch. Sad to know that we'll be losing him to other properties, but my dealings so far with everyone at 2B lead me to suspect it will be more of the same. Oh and did I mention they make it super easy to pay bills, all done through a web portal?! read more

2BLIVING is a company that truly values and prioritizes both its internal and external customers. From partners, suppliers, and investors to property owners, builders, and tenants, they foster strong, supportive relationships at every level. We are incredibly proud to be a part of this outstanding organization, having worked alongside the 2BLIVING management team, including Brooks, Vincent, and Rishi, for over 4 years. Together with our company, DPS, we've achieved great success through clear communication, mutual respect, and a true sense of teamwork. Special mention goes to the talented Portfolio Managers like DINO, JORDAN, WHITNEY, and GUILLERMO, who have played pivotal roles in helping us build the most rewarding and trusting business partnership possible. The level of professionalism and dedication shown by 2BLIVING is beyond exceptional. We truly believe that a 5-star review on Yelp barely scratches the surface of the remarkable work they do. Congratulations to the entire 2BLIVING team for everything they've accomplished - and here's to even greater successes ahead! ROSIE P.O - DPS TEAM read more