I've been living at Simone Little Italy for almost two years now and I couldn't be happier with the management and maintenance team. The maintenance department is outstanding -- they respond quickly and fix issues the same day or the next, which is rare these days. They are always professional and thorough. The front office staff is genuinely attentive and friendly actually care about making your experience better. Management is also very responsive -- they listen to residents and follow through on concerns without dragging their feet and Brenna has been great. However, the best part is the community itself. The neighbors are genuinely friendly and always quick to offer help when someone posts in the internal chat. It's a young, energetic community that makes you feel welcome. Management has also been responsive when needed. The break-ins to the bike area were resolved (although a little late), and they promptly addressed the issue when one of the garage doors broke down. If you're looking for a well-managed community with excellent service, I highly recommend Simone. read more

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Andrea is an exceptional leasing agent and truly one of the highlights of living here. She is warm, personable, and incredibly competent in everything she does. What stands out most is how she takes the time to make a genuine connection every time we cross paths. She always greets me with a smile, says hello, and is consistently kind not only to me but also to my dog, which means a lot. Andrea has a natural ability to make residents feel welcomed and valued. Even brief interactions with her brighten my day because she is so friendly, approachable, and attentive. It's clear that she genuinely cares about the people who live here and takes pride in providing outstanding service. We are very fortunate to have her on the team! read more

This place is so well kept and beautiful and the manager Rachelle is the sweetest and so helpful. Great experience

Had an amazing time celebrating my girlfriend's birthday at Simone--especially in the speakeasy room. The staff at the front were welcoming and helpful in guiding me to the space, and security made everything seamless. The room itself is perfect for an intimate gathering. Highly recommend for small celebrations. MJ read more

I have been a resident at Simone Little Italy since June 2024 and pay a significant amount in rent to live in what is marketed as a luxury building. The experience with property management has been disappointing and does not reflect the standard this building claims to represent. My account has been an absolute mess -- incorrect charge codes, credits applied and reversed without notice, retroactive charges added months later, and at one point my ledger reflected over $10,000 in charges in a single month due to an internal coding error. Every single one of these errors originated with management, not with me. I paid exactly what the resident portal reflected every single month without fail. I was never notified of any account changes. I received written confirmation from a previous assistant property manager verifying my account was at a zero dollar balance -- and then months later was suddenly presented with a significant balance demand with no documentation, no itemized breakdown, and no prior notice. I had to fight through multiple emails just to receive basic documentation of the charges being claimed. When I raised these concerns, the response from the property manager Brenna was condescending -- a brief acknowledgment followed immediately by a payment demand, with no genuine engagement with the issues I raised. The treatment of residents here is poor and does not reflect what you would expect from a luxury building at this price point. You are paying a premium to live here and the standard of care and communication from management simply does not match that. Also- make sure you look at reviews from residents who have been living in this building for a while. read more

After seeing management's response to my original review, I feel the need to clarify a few things. I actually did leave an honest Yelp review previously describing my experience living here. After that review was posted, I was contacted by Rachelle from management and we had a conversation about how I had been treated. During that conversation, I was encouraged to remove the review and was told my concerns would be taken seriously moving forward. Because of that discussion, I chose to remove my review at the time. However, after seeing the response posted to my Google review stating that management could not find any information reflecting the concerns I raised, I feel it is only fair to be transparent about my experience. The issues I described were real experiences during my three years living here. My review was not written out of frustration in the moment -- it was based on repeated interactions and ongoing maintenance problems over time. Saying there is "no record" of these concerns does not mean they did not happen. It simply means they may not have been documented in the way management prefers. I did remove my original Yelp review out of good faith after speaking with management. After seeing the public response denying my experience, I believe it is important to be honest about why I originally left the review and why I am now sharing it again. Future renters deserve transparency when making decisions about where they live. My review reflects my personal experience after three years at this property. read more

Fabulous building on the edge of little Italy!! I came in to tour and look for an apartment! Building is brand new and fantastic. It resembles large fancy hotel with all the amenities! Heated roof top pool, views of the San Diego bay, outdoor/indoor gym, dog relax room and area, several club rooms, large apartments! Just lovely. The only problem is the price...at $4k+ for one bedroom apartment it is a bit steep... read more

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Moving is usually stressful... but Simone Little Italy made it weirdly easy! Big shoutout to Sam, Jonathan, and April -- absolute rockstars who answered every single one of our (million) questions with patience and good vibes. The whole move-in process was smooth from start to finish. The building itself? Gorgeous, always smells amazing, and the location is walkable -- coffee, food, everything right outside the door. Couldn't be happier to call this place home. read more

From Great to Terrible in Less Than 2 Weeks I've lived here for 22 months and never had issues--until the new manager showed up less than two weeks ago. No one informed residents about the change. The only way I found out was being slapped with an unexpected $500 "extra" security deposit. The new managers reasoning, which we don't even know her name is: "we did an audit and the security deposit should be $750, which you weren't charge 2 years ago". Even though my lease specifically states my security deposit was "$250". Unfortunately, I'm not the only tenant who is experiencing this issue. Since she arrived, longtime staff who actually cared about the building have been driven away. Instead of addressing real problems, management is busy nickel-and-diming tenants. When someone dumped furniture by the garbage, rather than using the "security cameras" to find the responsible person, they fined every unit $100. That's lazy, unfair, and greedy. Meanwhile, the elevators are constantly broken, sharp pieces of metal stick out from the building, the front doors never lock, and unhoused individuals have been found living in the lobby and acting inappropriately. The storage rooms and bike rooms are broken into weekly--sometimes multiple times a week--and nothing is done to improve security. And don't believe the listing when it says there's visitor parking--since the new manager arrived, those spots have been converted into "staff" parking instead. For the outrageous rent prices here, you'd think management would care about keeping tenants safe and happy--instead, they're pushing people out. Three new buildings have opened within two blocks, and I can already see tenants leaving for better-run places. I used to love living here. I was so happy with this community that I even convinced my friends from out of state to move in 6 months ago. Now I feel devastated that I brought them into this mess. What was once a great home has quickly spiraled downhill, and I'll be warning everyone I know to look elsewhere. read more

I just moved out, and this could have been a relatively positive review if I hadn't been hit with unfair and excessive charges at move-out, just like others have claimed. I left the unit in perfect and clean condition (and have the pictures to prove it), but despite this, they hit me with multiple charges. For example, in addition to a $220 cleaning fee, I was charged around $200 for repainting the balcony and front door. Upon inquiring, they are claiming that the balcony paint was "discolored" beyond normal wear and tear and needed to be fully repainted, which is total nonsense. First of all, this isn't even true, I have pictures and there is no discoloration. Second, I barely used my balcony, I never even put any furniture on it, so any alleged discoloration would be from sun and weather exposure, not tenant wear and tear. Why should I be charged for this? The front door paint was also totally unnecessary and I should not be charged for it. The door had no wear and tear and really only needed a wipe down. They also hit me with a $125 late fee that should not have been charged as I timely paid the prorated rent for the final month. The big management companies continue to get away with this scam to avoid refunding tenants their entire deposit. We need to stop renting from companies who continue to illegally charge tenants for things that are actually normal wear and tear. Given this negative move-out experience and management's refusal to refund these excess charges, I cannot recommend Simone to anyone as they will do the same to you when you move out. The building is also significantly overpriced and not worth the premium above market. Management also refuses to respond to my follow-up emails regarding these issues despite their reply below to this review. Avoid! read more

THE place to be! What an incredible building and amazing team running it! There really is no place like it in San Diego. I've signed a lease and am moving in shortly and this building has everything. The location is amazing, the building has every amenity imaginable, and my apartment is so great! To start with the building itself, I'm fortunate to be on a floor that has 14' ceilings in the units which is so exciting! There is a whole floor of amenities on the 6th floor with a gym, lounges, BBQs, a dog area and meetup space, then you head up to the 35th and 36th floors and you have the most amazing rooftop pool in San Diego, and clubroom with 28' ceilings overlooking San Diego, and a never-ending mount of lounge space to hang out and socialize. The building's location in the heart of Little Italy also has the best neighborhood in SD right at the doorstep, you really cannot beat it! The team is also amazing. It's one thing to have a great building but the people really make this place. I worked with William Smith to sort out the unit I wanted. He graciously took me to so many units to make sure I was totally sure with the choice I was making. I'm not even sure how many we looked at but he helped me work through my options, pricing, timing and was on it every step of the way. I really appreciated the support, especially with all the questions that I had along the way. read more

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A week later and I'm still in a surreal whirlwind processing that Simone is now home! It's all Will Smith's fault, but perhaps the best accident to ever happen to me that made a dream come true! Born and raised in SD, I've always thought of my hometown as something special. But the best of the best waited to present itself once time came to tour an extraordinary property like Simone! I first spilled in after a social down the block; and have always been astonished by the buildings exterior. Lost and amazed by the magnificent decor, I was greeted with Will's very warm smile and hospitable energy. Working real estate myself, I blandly walked in as the "just curious" consumer browsing around. In a world where we push clients to buy, I tried so hard to not be tempted. But let me tell you, with the entire Simone team, all the secrets and surprises around the building, and the unbeatable quality of their homes, there's no doubt someone would indulge in the lifestyle here. Staff always greets with a warm smile, and operates like they're willing to devote any amount of time to make you happy. Wills been tremendously patient, helpful, and a refreshing upbeat vibe that resonates what home truly means. I willingly put a five bedroom home I own up for rent with no looking back once I saw Simone. It's truly a sexy residence that offers what "the best life" that many aspire to live. Thank YOU Will for making this my new home read more

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I am renewing/signing another lease with Simone again. Have been living here for a year so far and everyone including all the staff have been great. Specifically Fredric 'Fred' Reyes in the leasing office has been awesome. Fred has been exceptional at keeping me informed throughout the whole process. Signing another lease has been seamless on my end - thanks to Fred's ongoing assistance. His positive attitude and exceptional service are such a valuable asset to Simone's team. read more

I wanted to write a review after living at Simone for just about 8 months so I may give an honest assessment of the building, management and support staff. First, the building design, construction quality and amenities have been top notch. You really do feel like you live at a resort. Not everyone will love the location, as the homeless can be a little annoying, but I've seen worse in other parts of downtown. For me, the location to the water, restaurants, gym, healthcare, dental, markets, and the airport are ideal for my lifestyle. Everything is walking distance. Second, the management team here are very professional and on top of things. Ellexis the Operations Manager has gone above and beyond with assisting me with anything I need and has done it with a smile. She seems to enjoy her job. Logan has been professional and helpful with any question I have (not sure he gets a day off)...they must have something on this guy. ;) Lindsay also seems to never get a day off and she's been great to work with as well...she always seems to pop around a corner right when I have a question or need help with something. I have lived in a ton of high-rises buildings and the Maintenance team here is the best I've seen (Vince, Ignacio, Santiago). They are quick to solve problems and do their work efficiently and always with a smile. Overall, everyone at Simone is a joy to interact with and works hard to solve any problems that arise. The only issues since I've been here have been the elevators but those issues have now been resolved (fob sensors weren't consistent with the buttons). I think they were haunted and they must have had to bring an exorcist in to vanquish the demons. ;). I've also had some issues with cabinet hinges but haven't had an issue in a couple months...again, the maintenance team here fixed them within an hour or two of my request. Finally, this place is not cheap, but I don't know of any new high-rise downtown that is. Like the old saying...you get what you pay for. I highly recommend living here but you better hurry...this place is almost at capacity judging from the parking garage. read more

Nice apartments and great common areas/events make it easy to meet other residents. Shout out to ellexis in the leasing office and all the maintainance staff for being friendly and personable. read more

Getting started up and going through the leasing process was made easy with the help of Will Smith. He made it a smooth transition and was there every step of the way. Thank you, Will! Happy to be in our new home. read more

Been a resident for the past 6 months, very happy with my penthouse. What I love about this building is the community, most people who live here are nice respectful folks. What I do appreciate more than anything else is the high sense of urgency for the management especially Ellexis, Logan & Ashley to rectify any issue that comes up almost immediately. It is a privilege to live here truly!!! read more

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Simone it's beautiful, clean and chic. Thanks to all the staff for making everything easier. read more

Visited Simone tonight at an event, let's just say that this property is effortlessly beautiful and so are the people who manage it. Logan and Ellexis are so knowledgeable, kind, and keen on ensuring that you have the best possible experience. This luxury residence is artful in a quiet way. It doesn't need to draw attention to itself, yet you're drawn in. Some of the best amenities including an indoor/outdoor gym, pet lounge, rooftop pool, a speakeasy, and so many spaces to escape away to. I wholeheartedly recommend this building. read more

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We just moved to SD and so happy we chose Simone. The building is beautiful and we love the amenities. Will made the move in experience seamless and was so helpful throughout the leasing process! Our only complaint is the price of parking is STEEP. Especially compared to all the other parking costs we were quoted at other buildings. And they just announced they'll be charging for motorcycle parking too read more

I want to give a shout out to Ellexis. Not only she was patient throughout my concerns but she truly is a professional and generous individual. She consistently went above and beyond to ensure I understood everything I was concerned about, would love to move here !! read more

I am a very proud and an extremely happy resident of Simone Little Italy! I have lived here for over 1 year now since it newly opened and I have had such a wonderful and lovely experience calling Simone home for myself, my daughter and our mini family member who is a Yorkie. The Simone property is beyond gorgeous and sophisticated throughout all levels and is so highly well-maintained. The roof-top views are to die-for and is simply impressive and breathtaking! Simone's high-style and aesthetic has a boutique-like attitude, which gives vibes of a beautiful hotel each time I walk through the lobby or when I visit and use the ultra chic amenities, while at the same time feeling cozy and warm in the intimate atmosphere they have created throughout. Not to mention, the property smells gorgeous like a hotel, which they have scents incorporated in many areas of the property. This brings up my experience of living at Simone a higher notch. And there is MORE. What truly elevates Simone's beauty are the super cool, super friendly, hard-working, very professional individuals that make up the exceptional Simone management team. From the managers, to the ambassadors, to the maintenance staff, my interactions and experiences are consistently positive, enthusiastic and their genuine care is obvious. I always feel their personal interest and I never feel I am "just a number" or invisible in the Simone community. This relationship is critical because it makes coming home to my residence at Simone always a happy experience. One of the many note-worthy examples is working with Ms. Ellixis Basa, Simone's Operations Manager. I greatly appreciate her extremely courteous, warm and friendly attention during our interactions. She is very helpful, kind and always cheerful. Ms. Basa, as well as each individual team member at Simone, all demonstrate the same cheerfulness and warm friendly vibe, which I appreciate so much. They make living at Simone so enjoyable! This awesome management team consists of these really cool gals and gentlemen: Jennifer - Senior Property Manager                * Ellexis - Operations Manager                * Logan/April - Brand Manager                * Jesus/Alexis - Brand Ambassadors                * Vince - Lead Facilities Engineer                * Ignacio - Assistant Maintenance Supervisor                * Santiago/Jose - Maintenance Technician Simone loves pets too, so my little Yorkie gets one-on-one play and attention from the staff! There is a community culture at Simone and they excel at showing the residents they are valued and appreciated through special events and gatherings. My maintenance requests are handled and resolved promptly. They consistently go above my expectations and am very grateful for their quick attention to my maintenance needs. They place a high priority on keeping Simone a safe, very clean and a secure place to live - for both the residents and our beloved furry family members. One notable trait of the Simone property/team that I highly appreciate is their commitment and desire to keep Simone the sophisticated and elegant property that it is and provide a pleasant, peaceful retreat-like home for its residents. It is not a "party scene" property and any time rules of conduct or property regulations are violated, it is addressed speedily and not tolerated. This truly makes for a happy, orderly and a pleasant environment to live in, which I love and appreciate so much. Thank you, Simone!! read more

My experience at Simone with Ellexis Basa, has been outstanding customer services, her promptness and efficiency in resolving our recent issue was truly appreciated. Exceeding customer service. Highly appreciated and recommended, thank you. read more

This is just based on my experience trying to lease with Simone. I previously toured the property and wanted to solidify my choice and get a final opinion from a family member who drove down from Orange County. Ellexis/Alexis called me that day (yesterday) to confirm my appointment to tour the apartment a half hour before hand after having already confirmed the day before. When we got there, there was a sign on the desk that said the leasing office was closed. I tried calling Ellexis/Alexis and she didn't answer. I ran into a couple of the maintenance guys who were very nice enough to give me a brief tour. I then received numerous phone calls from Ellexis after I didn't answer the first two times and she continued to question me when I would be leasing, when I wanted to come back in, etc. While she did apologize for "not being there," I explained how it's unprofessional to confirm a leasing appointment and then not even give me a call or heads up she will be busy. Logan was very nice when he followed up with me about the tour appointment and apologized regarding Alexis' behavior. read more

Had the opportunity to tour a few apartments at Simone last weekend. Will Smith did a great job showing us around the public areas which, I would say, are probably some of the best in San Diego. Will was super friendly and attentive. Very competitively priced for the standard 2 bedroom apts, unfortunately just a couple of hundred feet too small for us. read more

Simone Little Italy is an outstanding luxury apartment building with the most incredible leasing team and amenities. Will Smith has been a fabulous leasing associate to work with and he has been super responsive, going above and beyond to ensure we're happy and have everything we need. Lindsey has also been super warm, friendly, helpful, and resourceful (plus she has incredible recommendations for restaurants- something I hope she'll get compensated for if she makes a special little Italy restaurant guide for residents!!) We love it here!! read more

I wouldn't recommend Simone to any of my friends or family. The management & staff here is so terrible & unprofessional, especially Logan. Stay away. read more

Management is extremely terrible. They do almost nothing to resolve issues, most issues you'll have will either not get resolved or never get accommodated to. Logan specifically is the worst part of it all make sure to avoid dealing with him read more

W. Smith was of excellent help to my aunt and I. I have been looking for an apartment for a long time, and because of Smith's help, I have finally found my future home at Simone. He is an excellent leasing agent, and I'm extremely grateful to have toured Simone with him. W. Smith is truly the best. read more

Sign me up Simone! Had a great experience from start to finish and have been enjoying my first couple months in the building. I worked with Logan throughout the process and it has been seamless. Not to mention, he also coordinated a golf outing with other tenants which allowed me to instantly meet new friends as I moved from out of state giving me a core San Diego circle. Amenities of the building are world class and I truly feel like I am at a hotel everyday. It even makes it hard to leave the premises in sunny San Diego. The maintenance is on top of everything and the place is very clean to make you feel the life of luxury. Highly recommend! read more

I wanted to take a moment to express my sincere appreciation for the exceptional level of service I received during my recent interaction with your team. Your professionalism, attentiveness, and dedication for customer service went above and beyond my expectations. WILL you was amazing and you deserve more than 5 stars. THANK YOU read more

This place sucks. Their elevators are constantly broken and it smells like piss outside of the building. People are constantly throwing parties and it's so noisy. read more

After spending the past couple months apartment shopping and looking at over a dozen places, I recently leased an apartment at Simone and my experience there was amazing. First of all, location, location location...duh. Second of all, the apartments are all brand new and they have some of the best amenities I found. But what made the decision even easier was the leasing agent. Ask for Will Smith! He was so upbeat and positive and made the tour actually fun. And then he even followed up with me several times. I had been on so many other tours that made me want to fricken swan dive off the balcony; but I left his tour feeling like this is a place I want to be. Anyways, HIGHLY recommend. read more

Moved in 4 months ago and couldn't be happier. Great place to live. Secure building. Amazon lockers. Refrigerated mail storage for perishables. Great parking (with dedicated EV parking spaces). Beautiful gym. Unparalleled rooftop pool and hot tub with views for days. Very friendly neighbors! Special shout out to Ellexis and Lindsay in the leasing office - thanks for always taking the extra time to make sure everyone is happy. You are truly the BEST! Thanks also to Ignacio and the entire maintenance crew for your always prompt and professional service. And thanks to Bob and the rest of the 24 hour security crew for always keeping us safe read more

Military Officer moving from Chicago to San Diego. The Simone is one of the best buildings to live in! Location, staff and amenities are top-notch! Will, the agent, who's apart of their Customer service sales department was very professional, caring and very helpful with answering all my questions and concerns. It's this kinda quality in Servies that makes Simone stand out from all other Luxury apartments in San Diego! Hands down an amazing location and great experience!! read more

Will Smiths attention to detail is amazing. really listens to your needs and helps find the perfect place for you ! I highly recommend seeking him out when looking for apartments at Simone read more

Will Smith is amazing and makes this place feel like a family and a home. He truly cares about tenants and follows up promptly. He even physically helped me move items in when my movers had to leave. read more

their amenities look beautiful, but they are impossible to get in touch with. i submitted a form on their website and never heard back. i reached out to them on instagram after weeks of not hearing back about their lack of response only to have them delete my comments then block me. i would consider giving my money to another luxury building in the neighborhood. or, don't expect to hear back from them if you're on any sort of timeline to move. read more

Marissa and Megan have both been so amazing! Not only kind, but very professional and a huge help in answering all my questions thoroughly!

Simone the realtor has been so helpful in every way possible! The units are beautiful, the staff is overall really accommodating!