I recently moved out of 625 Broadway after living there for over five years, and I wanted to take a moment to genuinely express my appreciation. At the end of the day, 625 would just be another downtown building if it weren't for the community--and that community starts with the staff. From the leasing agents and managers to maintenance and the cleaning crew, the staff has been exceptional throughout my entire time there. Consistently professional, responsive, and kind, they truly set the tone for the building and make it feel like a place where people care. The building itself is spectacular. Walking through the entrance, you immediately feel the elegance and grandeur of this historic property. The balance of industrial elements--exposed brick, ducts, and steel staircases--with marble finishes and soaring ceilings genuinely elevates your quality of life. The gym is well-equipped with everything you need, and the lounge offers multiple spaces that can easily accommodate several events at once. It's also a pet-friendly building with regular community events. While some of these can feel more like quantity over quality, the book club is a clear exception and a true highlight. I met great people there and made friendships I expect to keep for life. There are a few things worth noting for prospective residents. Noise can be significant if you live on the lower floors, particularly on the west side of the building. My biggest criticism, however, is the parking situation with LAZ Parking, which is a separate entity. Trash often overflowed, stairwells were sometimes littered (occasionally with human excrement), and my car was hit while parked--only to be told the cameras didn't capture it. On another occasion, an open spot was changed to reserved overnight, resulting in my car being towed. There are also pockets around the building with unhoused individuals. The trolley area can feel overwhelmed at times, and the urban camping near the Red Cross has grown significantly. That said, the location is fantastic. There's an abundance of great food, walkable activities, and hidden gems nearby--from Seaport Village to Little Italy, plus countless spots to grab a cocktail or explore downtown. Overall, I truly loved my experience at 625 Broadway. It was my home for many years, and I'm deeply grateful for the staff and the community that made it special. I left with lasting friendships and a lot of good memories--and that says a great deal about a place. read more

It's been so lovely living here so far -- I honestly have no complaints! The property is well-kept, quiet, and feels like home already. Zipporah is truly a saint! I moved here with only a weekend to find a place and move in, and she made sure everything went smoothly from start to finish. She was so patient, kind, and went above and beyond to make sure I felt comfortable and taken care of. I really appreciate how responsive and professional she's been -- you can tell she genuinely cares about her residents. I'm so thankful I found this place and couldn't be happier with my experience! read more

I do NOT suggest moving here. I love my unit because it is a very cute loft but I am losing my sanity from the stress of living here. The management of this property is extremely poor. The leasing agents in the front office along with Jose and Moses are amazing. I do not want this to reflect poorly on them. I actually commend them for getting up every day to come work at a place like this. Kim is also amazing! The problem here is coming from the top. Senior Management needs to be trained or replaced with a team that is experienced in dealing with an old structure like this with more professionalism. The trash chutes are always down. When they go down we are told to go to the basement to toss trash along with the threat of being fined $50 dollars. Trash is an amenity we consider when agreeing to live here so if that amenity is not provided consistently it should not then fall back on the tenant. Parking is a disaster. I moved here with a car that was pristine and it is now damaged from scratches and huge scuffs from the parking garage. I recently had to help some poor woman who was vomiting all over her car as she returned from a Padres game since we share our parking with the whole city. The elevators are embarrassingly disgusting. I hate having guests visit me here. The windows in my apartment are also SUPER disgusting and they cannot seem to secure a window cleaner. Failure to keep proper records means that my apartment keeps being targeted for annual maintenance visits even after I JUST had one done and have not yet been here one year. I work from home and I often have to present really long and intense meetings that require focus so the constant entries are hell for me. The stress of living here has started to affect my life significantly. I am on the fence with the renewal, I love my apartment so might TRY to bite the bullet another year but as of today have started to look around for a non-greystar property. I really do not advise moving here unless you are ok with really sub-par standards. read more

Lipstick on a pig I never leave reviews but after this morning I have no choice, I'm using a different account so graystar doesn't try anything.... Cuz I really don't want to break my lease, I do want to live here. Parking here if you TRULY want a spot is 250 a month. They try to offer you some bs scam $100 parking spot but that's not actually a true spot, More like a lottery ticket, you'll still have the park on the street half the time. The entire second floor to the basement reeks like a landfill (and no don't listen to them they're not fixing it). Oh and since the trash shoots never work, you DO have to go to the basement to throw your trash away, and walk around in said landfil :) l. The elevators suck, which wouldn't be so bad if the stairs weren't always covered in dog piss and shit. It's rare that more than two elevators are working at any given instance. So many different aspects of living in this building are unreasonable, and management only retaliates, which is silly because it's so hard to even comply with any of their requests.... .... Expect to get harassed and yelled at. Good luck breaking your lease (despite all of this) without a real good lawyer. read more

What I like about this apartment after a year of living here: - The building itself is beautiful, with a 20th-century vibe and amazing interior design. - Nice amenities, the gym and gathering space - The loft-style apartments with high ceilings and quality appliances - Dogs friendly - Very professional management and maintenance teams. Always a pleasure to communicate with them. - I haven't had any problems with water, appliances, washer, dryer, or any other issues since we moved here. Pretty impressive! What I don't like: - My apartment has a view of another side of the building, so I have to keep the curtains down if I want some privacy. - Three huge nightclubs on the first floor makes it noisy, especially on weekends - The parking garage is not the best; it's shared with public parking, making it challenging to find a spot, especially during downtown events. I recently had to circle around for 15 minutes which was annoying. One significant issue is the increasing homeless people in the area. I understand that management can do nothing with this problem. However it makes me feel unsafe, despite the building's security and gated parking. This has ultimately led me to decide to move out of the downtown area. Overall, it is a great experience living in this apartment, and it truly feels like home to me. If you're seeking a worry-free living experience and don't mind the downtown "vibe," it would be a perfect choice. read more

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I was very happy with the service that I received from Fabian Cuevas and other staff at 625 Broadway. The unit itself was nice. The kitchen was large, has soft closing cabinets and the refrigerator was huge. The windows faced west, so I'm sure the skyline would've been lovely at sunset. Also, when you open the windows, which open only about 4 inches, there is a beautiful breeze!! The area was also decent. There is night life (as well as things to do during the day) all within walking distance (even just going . I just decided that I personally want a balcony/patio, which 625 Broadway does not have. Had it not been for my personal want for a balcony/patio, then the unit would've been perfect and it would've been nice dealing with the very personable and knowledgeable staff! If I remember correctly, this is Unit 421 @ 558 Sq Ft read more

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Please reconsider and think twice. I lived here for 6 months and ended up terminating my lease. The management is the worst part. You get told multiple different things from different people. You pay a premium to live here, and it is a mess. Secondly, on move out, I wasn't given my options and ended up paying a penalty for it. There's a million of things to complain about, but that's all I can say for management. On top of that, the hallways smell and the building reeks of urine. The real kicker - it's on top of one of the biggest nightclubs in San Diego (which I was not informed about). Thursday through Sunday, until 2 am, the walls SHAKE and I was on the 12th floor. DO NOT SIGN A LEASE HERE - you're forewarned read more

Edit: After the review, 625 Broadway's manager, Stephanie reached out and has promptly resolved the issue. She was very understanding and apologetic. We appreciate her kind help. My husband, Jonathan and I lived here for over a year in apt 1105. While we loved the apartment itself and the maintenance team that was attentive and helpful, we do not recommend this apartment building due to the management. We moved out December 2023. Our move out process was made hard by the office staff: Unanswered emails (for example, I provided my forwarding address multiple times and they still called to ask); Waiting to utilize the loading zone despite verifying with the front office that the movers could park their truck for our scheduled move. (So, we were behind schedule and still had to drive 8 hours at night to move); Untrained staff when I dropped off the keys and the final month's rent who didn't know what to do with the cashier's check; Lastly, not receiving the itemized Move-Out Statement for two months and only being emailed it upon calling and requesting. The real red flag pertains to the cashier's check to pay last month's prorated rent. Our bank and the front office verified it was cashed. But it was NOT accredited to our account and 625 Broadway claimed we owed over $1500 after moving out. (Note: We don't care or have the energy to dispute the ridiculous charges for painting and cleaning.) We care to dispute the unaccredited $1800 from the "missing" cashiers check. We called 4 times over two months to inquire about the missing money and the $1000 they owe us in deposit refunds after the cashiers check. The manager, Stephanie claimed she would inquire about this "accounting error" with Greystar and keep us updated. It's now a month later after our last exchange and complete silence. read more

Have lived here for three years and can't beat the design and unique building. The central location in Gaslamp and to so many restaurants is also great. My particular apartment is a corner unit with a great view of downtown skyline and bay. The gym is great. I am not a big pool or barbecue or roof top deck person but it is unfortunate all three are missing compared to other apartment buildings downtown. I can't hear anyone above me or below me on 9th floor but the one shared wall I do have is thin enough I can sometimes hear my neighbor. I wish that was built as thick as the other walls are. Some of the things I do hear indicate the walls almost have no proper insulation. The maintenance team is good. The individuals at the leasing office are pleasant and nice but I've stopped really trying to know their names as they so frequently change over. Kim who was promoted to assistant manager is great! The cons and why I'm contemplating moving are as follows: 1. Your rent will be increased every single time your lease is up and they won't negotiate. I think this is unfortunate when you pay your rent on time and receive no benefit in being a loyal tenant. 2. They haven't cleaned the windows in the 3 years and it doesn't seem like they will be doing so anytime soon. The windows are caked in dirt really taking away the great view I paid for and only open a few inches for security so no way to clean them yourself. 3. Homeless population has started camping out around the building and while that is part of living downtown being unable to walk on sidewalk or entering parking garage next to tents isn't great. 4. Windows offer no sound protection whatsoever. The club and downtown shouts don't bother me so much for sleeping as I've always lived in busy cities but I work from home and having conference calls with sirens and shouting during day and being commented on regardless of trying headsets, etc., has been annoying. Especially when I asked about this prior to moving in and was told the sound wasn't bad only to realize these are all original windows and clearly not double paned. 5. Parking structure fills up quickly and a tight fit. 6. They rarely put our packages in lockers anymore so you never know when a delivery happens. Again, a problem for someone working from home who doesn't always know when a client has sent me something. 7. Doors like a hotel with a key card and door automatically locks when shut. I forgot my key inside once and building won't unlock for you. I had to pay $350 for a locksmith and wait 1.5 hours to get back in. 8. Elevators are original from1925 and smaller with no freight elevator. Moving can be difficult and I made mistake of buying larger couch and poor delivery guys had to deliver it up the stairs. I wish with their huge remodel they did they would have done one freight/larger elevator as many people moving in will have nicer and larger furniture. 9. Storage is additional $80/month and way too small for what you pay for. 10. Trash chute is almost always down especially on weekends. This is mainly due to other tenants putting stuff like boxes in that clog it, but it is still very annoying to never be able to take out your trash half the time. If you love living downtown - noise and the dirt/grime of city doesn't bother you, I think you can't beat the unique feel of this building compared to the others that kind of look the same inside and out with glass windows everywhere. Management does attempt to keep inside clean and cared for and it shows. I wouldn't recommend anyone moving to a corporate run building though expecting you'll be treated like a valued tenant. You will become a number and just part of the bottom line. They would rather increase their vacancy rate then keep your rent the same and ensure you stay. I did meet with them to try and discuss but it was very clear there was nothing to be done and it really didn't seem like it mattered if I moved or stayed. I've never felt unsafe - besides one security guard they immediately handled, but someone not used to a large homeless and transient population surrounding you might. I walk around by myself all the time and it's fine but family visiting me is usually concerned by what they see around the building. If you are looking to be a long-term renter somewhere, I really wouldn't suggest this place or probably any large place downtown run by the few big companies. However, if you are only looking for short term it would be great if you can afford it. read more

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The leasing agent, Logan, truly went above and beyond. He answered all of my (many) questions honestly and let me tour the unit not once, but twice. I ended up choosing another complex exclusively based on wanting to be in a different neighborhood otherwise I would have loved to call 625 home. They truly take care of their building and the amenity spaces are beautiful! Moving to downtown SD? Check this place out and ask for Logan! read more

Everyone at this building has been great! Jorge at the front desk is very sweet and helpful, residents are friendly, and the few maintenance calls I've made were handled quick and efficiently read more

Parking is horrendous. You pay a high monthly parking fee without ever having availability to a reasonable parking space. You are forced to park in tight spots and climb out your passenger side or told to wait until the event is out and then more spots will open up. The problem is 625 Broadway sharing a garage with public parking and LAZ not honoring the true number of spaces that should be available to residential parking. When the problem was taken to management, the only solution was to leave notes on cars that are double parked. It's a simple solution, don't let more public parking people in and then there would be available parking for residents who pay the high monthly rate. Also the spots that are consider "parking spots" are mainly for compact vehicles. Good luck if you have anything over a mid size sedan for parking. You'll be lucky to get in and out of your car without dinging the car next to you. Expect that most people won't respect banging up your car door to get out of the tight spot. read more

Cooper was extremely helpful in our tour. The building is lovely and the units are fantastic. The views of the city and the bay are amazing! Everything in the building was spotless and the perfect mix of vintage and modern. This is definitely the best deal for a high-rise apartment in this location. read more

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Pros: - Walkable neighborhood - The building is historic and beautiful - Nice amenities, gym, and social rooms - The building invests in communication and social events. - Security system - The leasing office staff and the maintenance staff are friendly and qualified. Aaron H., Kim, and the team go above and beyond! - Pet friendly - Bike storage Cons: - My side of the apartment has no sun and no view of the city. It faces the other apartments at a short distance and has zero privacy. Thus, it's not enjoyable for long-term rental. - May be noise on weekend nights due to clubs nearby - The region may be tricky sometimes. Be aware when walking around at night Overall, I have had a good rental experience and would recommend it to a friend. read more

Gorgeous inside.. Nothing else. The building is losing tenants- Many of us were told we would have access to a pool at a resort. NOT TRUE. Cars have been broken into, the garbage chute is usually always lit, unavailable. VERY THIN WALLS. Homeless will wake you up yelling at 3 am. You can hear the bass from the night club music, Neighbor conversations, and stomping. ALL NEW MANAGEMENT so there is disconnect between resident communication and safety. read more

Poor management response. Multiple complaints regarding lack of parking even though high monthly rate for residents is being paid to 625 Broadway. Consistently come home to no parking during high traffic events and public parking in the same garage seems to be the main priority. Only response was to pay more money for a specifically reserved spot at $250/month. Have given adequate time in between complaints for reasonable solutions between Greystar and laz parking to this frustrating matter. Management claims they have no power in the matter however I am wondering where my monthly payment for a parking spot is going if 625 Broadway is taking my money but apparently has no say in the parking garage fiasco. What am I paying for if under the section of the lease it says monthly parking but yet I have no where to park? I have also been told to continue to circle until the event lets out and then more spots would be available along with being told to just park in handicap spots as that wouldn't be a problem. read more

I booked an appt to rent out a deposit down and signed a contract. All set to move in this place backed out on my appt 2 days before I was suppose to move in....smh without any explanation ‍ this made me feel awful and left me scrambling to find housing temp while I look for a new appt and delayed me moving into something long term. I had to make some moves just to make ends meet. Not to mention the wasted cash I have to give up to accommodate myself somewhere to sleep..... read more

This place is amazing. The service of the agents is A1. I worked with Cooper M. He was the best. I was moving from out to state to San Diego. I with through the normal apartment sites and emailed 625 Broadway about availability. Right from the start, Cooper was professional, polite and really listened to my requests. He scheduled a tour that fit into my schedule since I had to travel to see the units. Once we arrived, we were greeted very warmly by everyone especially Cooper. He took down all my information and showed me each and every available unit. He allowed me to take my time and provided some great feedback. I was shocked by how profession and wonderful the staff was at 625 Broadway. Anyone that's looking to live Downtown in an amazing building with amazing staff should definitely live here. read more

I was looking for apartments in San Diego and came across 625 Broadway and was thrilled that they were able to fit us in for a tour that day (we were leaving the next day). Cooper, the leasing agent we worked with, was amazing! He was extremely helpful and was happy to show us multiple units (even showing us a unit twice so we could refresh our memories). The building itself is beautiful, and the apartments are very unique! read more

Great experience so far! I've been apartment hunting all over downtown and it was easy for me to make my decision on this place. Historic building with extremely modern touches inside. Nice full gym and lounge areas. The interiors of the units have nice finishes and appliances. Cooper was very professional and helpful and made my visit extremely welcoming. I'll be submitting a application tonight for the unit and look forward to moving in! 100% recommend. read more

Loved how easy it was to tour the apartment, which were also incredible with super high ceilings and great natural lighting. Fabian was a great help in making the application process easy! read more

From the original Westinghouse elevators from the 1920's to the newly renovated interiors, 625 Broadway is the perfect blend of old world and new world. You won't find a community like this in the entire downtown District! If you are looking for something that is not the typical cookie cutter floor plan, do yourself a favor and put 625 Broadway at the top of your list....but let's not forget about Fabian the leasing manager who is also amazing, he was super patient throughout the tour and the whole rental process. His knowledge of the rental market and the community is second to none. read more

Fabian was incredibly helpful and kept me updated every step of the way! Any question or concern that I had he was able to answer and make me feel as comfortable as possible with my decisions. read more

Recently moved into this building with my fiancée and we absolutely love it so far! The leasing team of Beverly and Vay are super friendly and helpful. The maintenance team of Steve and Aaron are the absolute best. We put in a handful of work orders in one day and they were very quick to respond and also provided helpful tips for the apartment. Would highly recommend this building to any potential tenants! read more

I've lived at 625 Broadway for about 1.5 years and have had a great experience so far! The leasing staff and maintenance really make the building a positive place to live. Steve and Jose are always extremely prompt when it comes to answering maintenance work orders, two days at the most, usually by the next day. Staff are always friendly, eager to help or problem solve, and go above and beyond for even random asks like installing a personal shower filter or printing some papers. read more

Shoutout to Jose, Steve, and Aaron! Amazing maintenance service and kind people :) Always gets the job done efficiently! Love all of the 625 staff read more

We've lived here for 2 1/2 years now, the leasing staff is friendly, helpful, and responsive. The common areas inside the property are always kept clean. We don't have a need to submit a maintenance request often, but when we do, Steve and his maintenance team are also very responsive, and quick to address any issues. Steve is very knowledgeable and keeps us informed if the work order can't be completed in the same due to parts availability. Steve also does a great job with coaching and training his team, he's a hands-on manager. read more

The building and apartments are fantastic. The first we saw in SD that really got us excited. The amenities and gym are all top-notch. Fabian and the staff are all great, very professional, patient, and courteous. read more

Cooper was amazing! He took his time to show me around and tour all the different floor plans of the available units, which took a while! He was so knowledgeable and and courteous, he really wanted to make sure I saw what I wanted in a home. I really appreciate him taking him time to really help me out! read more

Loved the building as soon as I walked in. Fabian was so great to work with and was extremely communicative and professional. Overall was an awesome experience and am super happy to be living here. read more

I am undergoing cross country relocation from NJ to CA and I came across 625 Broadway Apartments. I just want to commend Fabian and the management team for consistently being available and flexible to my needs as I relocate. The apartment application process was informative and seamless. I really appreciate all the help from them and I look forward to moving in next month! read more

If could give them zero stars I would. I submitted my application for an apartment at 625 Broadway a month ago; I paid my no refundable application fee and a $500 security deposit you're pretty much forced to pay if you want your application to be considered. They quickly processed my application and took the money from my account; I was informed I had been approved the following day and told the person from the leasing office I would be flying all the way from Sacramento just to look at the apartment in person. I called the leasing office on the day of my appointment and they had no idea I was coming, the leasing agent I spoke to hadn't scheduled anything and was off that day, I still went and waited to have someone available to show me the building; to my surprise the parking available to residents is actually a public parking and even though you pay an additional fee to have the right to park there, it is not assigned to you. I decided not to take the apartment and called them the next business day, so two days after seeing the apartment to tell them I wouldn't be signing the lease and to please refund my security deposit. They sent me a statement and said they would mail me a check , I asked them to send them to my mailbox since I wouldn't be living at the same address I had provided on the application as I would be moving to SD permanently. I month went by and I haven't received the check, I called them again and they said it had been delayed due to the holidays; called them again after the deadline they gave me and still they had no idea where the check was because there had been some delays. Today I get an email saying they have mailed the check and guess what ?! It was sent to the address I specifically said not to send it to. Their level of incompetence it's unbelievable, I never occupied the unit and I still can't get my money back, I can't imagine how difficult it is for someone who actually leased an apartment there to get whatever is left of their deposit. I'm just glad I didn't get the apartment, beware!!!! read more

Fabian and Vay were both wonderful to work with, and I'm happy living here!