Esprit Marina del Rey

We spent three years at the Esprit, and what started as a nice complex quickly went downhill. Termite infestations, flies, mold, broken air conditioning, and elevators that barely functioned became the norm. And while the view is nice, you’ll be looking at it through dirty windows—because they’re rarely, if ever, cleaned.

But the saddest part is how dramatically the management has declined. When we first moved in, the leasing office and front desk staff were professional, courteous, and... genuinely seemed to care. That is no longer the case. It’s clear there’s been a change in management—and not for the better.

Communication is now spotty at best. Calls and emails go unanswered, and when you do get a response, it’s often rude and apathetic, leaving you wondering what exactly you’re paying for. The garage door is frequently broken, and even when it’s operational, break-ins are common. When we raised concerns, Sophia, the manager, made it clear that wasn’t her problem. In fact, nothing seems to be her concern. She appears unqualified and untrained, and hides behind a wall of snide rudeness.

There is zero security—you will get your packages stolen—and the buildings are overrun with short-term Airbnb rentals, creating a constant party atmosphere. Dog urine and waste are everywhere. It’s gross.

Worse yet, management seems to be actively trying to bury the truth. Many of the glowing reviews are clearly pushed by staff during tours or right after move-in, before new tenants discover the building’s real issues. Meanwhile, long-term residents—like many here—are simply telling the truth. Esprit is trying to drown that out with fake five-star reviews.

This is far from a luxury building. You can absolutely find a better home—cleaner, safer, and more professionally managed. Keep looking. This isn’t it. Lee mas

Termites, mold, broken A/C, filthy windows, and barely functioning elevators became the norm. The view’s nice—if you don’t mind looking through grime.

The real downfall? Management. It’s gone from professional and caring to rude, disorganized, and unresponsive. Emails are ignored, the garage is frequently broken into, and the manager, Sophia, is dismissive and unhelpful.

Security is nonexistent—expect stolen packages and constant Airbnb traffic turning the place into a noisy, dirty mess. Dog... waste everywhere. No accountability.

To make matters worse, staff seem to push fake five-star reviews to drown out real complaints from long-term residents.

This is not a luxury building. You can do better. Keep looking. Lee mas

Do not ignore the negative reviews; Esprit is run by unprofessional, rude, and dishonest people. It seems that the company is desperately short for cash and they are trying to do whatever they can to get a quick upfront payment.

Espirit is apartment living at its best! People have become long term residents because of the excellences that prevail throughout this community,

Esprit is the most luxurious community that I have ever lived in. We have a world class gym , breathtaking views, saltwater pool, hot tubs, kayaks, bikes, and paddleboards to enjoy! I always feel safe walking my dog at night and have cherished my time here.