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3500 Granada Ave, Santa Clara, CA 95051
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Marina Playa

3500 Granada Ave
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(669) 278-1780
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  • 1–3 Bedrooms
  • $2,628-$4,498 Pricing
  • 664–1,338 Square Feet

About Marina Playa

Marina Playa Apartments offers lakeside living in Santa Clara with spacious one-, two-, and three-bedroom homes. Enjoy scenic surroundings, full-size tennis courts, a fitness center, and easy access to downtown shopping, dining, and major Silicon Valley employers. Select apartments feature stainless-steel appliances. Discover comfort and convenience at Marina Playa.

Marina Playa is located in the Outer Santa Clara Neighborhood and 95051 Zip code of Santa Clara, CA. This community is professionally managed by UDR, Inc.

Unique Features and Amenities

  • Airbnb-friendly
  • Bi-weekly payment program
  • Build credit score with RentTrack
  • Closet built-ins
  • Deposit free with Rhino
  • Home purchase plan
  • Lifestyle services powered by Amenify
  • Moving services with Move Matcher
  • Night Patrol
  • Outdoor grilling area - Coming soon!
  • Patio/balcony
  • Pet Friendly
  • Resident App
  • Smart home package
  • Washer and dryer
  • Wood plank flooring

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Property Contact Info

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Office Hours

MondayClosed
Tuesday10:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday10:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday10:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday10:00 am–5:00 pm
Saturday10:00 am–5:00 pm
SundayClosed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Marina Playa offers 1 to 3 Bedroom apartments starting from $2,628 and having 664–1,338 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

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  • 1 Bedroom

    Oceana

    $3,299

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 805 sq ft
    Available Now
    Largest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this Property

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    $3,299Available NowN/A-126805

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    Unit N/A-126 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unique Features

    • Patio/ balcony
    • Smart home package
    • Updated interior
    • Water view
    • White/grey on white finish package
    • Wood plank flooring

    Unit N/A-126 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $3,299
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    • $3,299

    Laguna

    From $3,024

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 705 sq ft
    Available Aug 29

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    $3,063 August 29, 2026N/A-452705
    $3,024 September 3, 2026N/A-423705

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    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

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    Model Price Range

    • $3,024 - $3,063

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    Unit N/A-452 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Quartz Countertops

    Unique Features

    • Black appliances
    • Carpet flooring
    • Corner apartment
    • Oversized balcony
    • Patio/ balcony
    • Smart home package
    • Updated interior
    • White/grey on white finish package

    Unit N/A-452 Rent and Fees

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    • $3,063
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    Model Price Range

    • $3,024 - $3,063

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    Kitchen

    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unique Features

    • Closet built-ins
    • Corner apartment
    • Oak on white finish package
    • Oversized balcony
    • Patio/ balcony
    • Smart home package
    • Wood plank flooring

    Unit N/A-423 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $3,024
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    Model Price Range

    • $3,024 - $3,063

    La Paloma

    From $2,628

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 664 sq ft
    Available Sep 3
    Cheapest 1 BedroomThis is the cheapest 1 Bedroom at this Property

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    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtPhotos3D ToursView Details
    $2,628 September 3, 2026N/A-437664
    $2,724 September 10, 2026N/A-421664
    $2,646 September 23, 2026N/A-140664

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    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

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    Model Price Range

    • $2,628 - $2,795

    Current Available Pricing

    • $2,628 - $2,724

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    Kitchen

    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unique Features

    • Oak on white finish package
    • Patio/balcony
    • Smart home package
    • Wood plank flooring

    Unit N/A-437 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,628
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    Model Price Range

    • $2,628 - $2,795

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    Unit N/A-421 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Pantry
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unique Features

    • Closet built-ins
    • Corner apartment
    • Large closet
    • Oak on white finish package
    • Patio/ balcony
    • Smart home package
    • Wood plank flooring

    Unit N/A-421 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,724
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    Model Price Range

    • $2,628 - $2,795

    Unit N/A-140 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Pantry

    Unique Features

    • Black appliances
    • Carpet flooring
    • Closet built-ins
    • Large closet
    • Oak on white finish package
    • Patio/ balcony
    • Smart home package
    • Water view

    Unit N/A-140 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,646
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    Model Price Range

    • $2,628 - $2,795

    Monterey

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 738 sq ft
     

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    Call for AvailabilityMonterey738 sq ft

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    • Smoke Free
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  • 2 Bedrooms

    Carmel

    From $3,532

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1070 sq ft
    Available Aug 21

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    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtPhotos3D ToursView Details
    $3,650 August 21, 2026N/A-2251070
    $3,644 August 22, 2026N/A-3151070
    $3,861 August 29, 2026N/A-1661070

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    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $3,532 - $4,084

    Current Available Pricing

    • $3,644 - $3,861

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    Unit N/A-225 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unique Features

    • Closet built-ins
    • Large closet
    • Patio/ balcony
    • Smart home package
    • Stand alone shower
    • Updated interior
    • Washer and dryer
    • White/grey on White Finish Package
    • Wood plank flooring

    Unit N/A-225 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $3,650
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    • $3,532 - $4,084

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    Unit N/A-315 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unique Features

    • Closet built-ins
    • Large closet
    • Patio/ balcony
    • Smart home package
    • Stand alone shower
    • Washer and dryer
    • White/grey on white finish package
    • Wood plank flooring

    Unit N/A-315 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $3,644
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    Model Price Range

    • $3,532 - $4,084

    Unit N/A-166 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unique Features

    • Patio/ balcony
    • Smart home package
    • Updated interior
    • Washer and dryer
    • White/grey on white finish package
    • Wood plank flooring

    Unit N/A-166 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $3,861
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    Model Price Range

    • $3,532 - $4,084

    Del Sol

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 950 sq ft
     

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    Call for AvailabilityDel Sol950 sq ft

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  • 3 Bedrooms

    Catalina

    From $4,286

    3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1270 sq ft
    Available Aug 20

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    $4,498 August 20, 2026N/A-3471270
    $4,286 September 2, 2026N/A-2221270

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    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

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    Model Price Range

    • $4,286 - $4,498

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    Kitchen

    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unique Features

    • Closet built-ins
    • Large closet
    • Oak on white finish package
    • Patio/ balcony
    • Smart home package
    • Stand alone shower
    • Washer and dryer
    • Wood plank flooring

    Unit N/A-347 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $4,498
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    Model Price Range

    • $4,286 - $4,498

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    Unit N/A-222 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unique Features

    • Carpet flooring
    • Closet built-ins
    • Large closet
    • Oak on white finish package
    • Patio/ balcony
    • Smart home package
    • Stand alone shower
    • Washer and dryer
    • Wood plank flooring

    Unit N/A-222 Rent and Fees

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    • $4,286
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    • $4,286 - $4,498

    Del Mar

    3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1338 sq ft
     

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    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityDel Mar1338 sq ft

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    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
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Property Information

  • 272 Units
  • 2 Stories
  • Built in 1971

Lease Terms

  • 3 - 16 mo
  • Short Term Lease Options
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Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application FeeiFee charged one-time: $63.90. Charged per applicant.$63.90
Admin FeeiFee charged one-time: $0. Charged Per Unit.$0.00
Due at Move-In
DepositiCharged per unit.$500-$825

Utilities

Parking FeeiAssigned parking is required for all homes and is based on bedroom type. Monthly parking charges apply. Charged per unit.$45.00/mo
TrashiFee charged monthly: $67/month. Charged per unit.$67.00/mo

Other Fees and Policies

Personal Add-Ons

Liability InsuranceiFee charged monthly: $14/month. Charged Per Unit.$14.00/mo
RentTrackiFee charged monthly: $6.95/month. Charged per unit.$6.95/mo

Pet Fees

Cat
Pet DepositiCharged Per Pet.$99.00
Pet RentiAcceptable animals include domestic cats and dogs. Dogs that are purebreds or mixes of the following breeds are prohibited: Akita, Alaskan Malamute, Chow-Chow, Doberman, German Shepherd, Great Dane, Pit Bull (American Staffordshire Terrier, American Pit Bull Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier), Rottweiler, Saint Bernard, Shar Pei, and Siberian Husky. All other animals including exotic pets are prohibited. All animals must be authorized by management. Charged Per Pet.$80.00/mo
Dog
Pet DepositiCharged Per Pet.$99.00
Pet RentiAcceptable animals include domestic cats and dogs. Dogs that are purebreds or mixes of the following breeds are prohibited: Akita, Alaskan Malamute, Chow-Chow, Doberman, German Shepherd, Great Dane, Pit Bull (American Staffordshire Terrier, American Pit Bull Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier), Rottweiler, Saint Bernard, Shar Pei, and Siberian Husky. All other animals including exotic pets are prohibited. All animals must be authorized by management. Charged Per Pet.$80.00/mo

Parking Fees

Other
Parking FeeiAssigned parking is required for all homes and is based on bedroom type. Monthly parking charges apply. Charged Per Vehicle.$70.00/mo
Surface Lot
Parking FeeiUnreserved Charged Per Vehicle.$40.00/mo

Additional Parking Options

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Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Public Transportation
  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Clubhouse
  • Corporate Housing
  • Conference Rooms
  • Walk Up

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center
  • Spa
  • Tennis Court
  • Pool

Interior Features

  • Balcony
  • Storage Space
  • Fireplace
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning

Kitchen Amenities

  • Pantry
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Quartz Countertops

Living Area Features

  • Floor To Ceiling Windows

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
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3500 Granada Ave, Santa Clara, CA 95051

Getting Around

  • 60 / 100 Moderately walkable

    Most day-to-day needs are within walking distance

  • 30 / 100 Limited public transit

    Transit is available for some trips

  • 50 / 100 Fairly bikeable

    Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 80 / 100 Very car friendly

    Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a very low chance of parking problems

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Getting to Know the Area

  • 80 / 100 Restaurants

    Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes

  • 70 / 100 Cafes

    Variety of cafés within a few minutes

  • 70 / 100 Nightlife

    Several bars within a few minutes

  • 60 / 100 Shopping

    Several shops within a few minutes

  • 60 / 100 Parks

    Large amount of park space nearby

  • 90 / 100 Noise Level

    Virtually no sources of noise nearby

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Frequently Asked Questions about Marina Playa

Where is Marina Playa located?

Marina Playa is located at 3500 Granada Ave near the Outer Santa Clara area of Santa Clara, CA

What is the current rent range at Marina Playa?

1 Bedroom to 3 Bedroom Apartments at Marina Playa currently range from $2,628 to $4,498

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Marina Playa are
  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.2

    The Marina Playa Apartments are 30.53% cheaper than the average apartment in the Outer Santa Clara area, and 28.2% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Outer Santa Clara Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$2,628$3,967-$1,339-33.8%
    2 Bedroom$3,532$4,929-$1,397-28.3%
    3 Bedroom$4,286$6,083-$1,797-29.5%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Santa Clara

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$2,628$3,786-$1,158-30.6%
    2 Bedroom$3,532$4,785-$1,253-26.2%
    3 Bedroom$4,286$5,938-$1,652-27.8%

    Methodology: On 08/15/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 1164 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Marina Playa (Outer Santa Clara), and 3523 other apartment communities in Santa Clara using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 08/15/2026

  • Active Lifestyle 3.4

    From fitness centers to pools to putting greens, Active Lifestyle apartments feature local listings with the most amenities that support an always active lifestyle.

    Rating Factors

    This 3.4-star Active Lifestyle rating is based on the following features:

    • Tennis Courts
    • Swimming Pool(s)
    • Fitness Center
    • Whirlpool/Spa/Sauna
    • Storage Spaces
    • Patios
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Renters Reviews and Ratings

1.8
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Be sure to carefully review all move-out policies and fees before renting here.

June 1, 2026 - Review from Apartments.com
I do not recommend this apartment complex. The staff was friendly, but the overall experience was disappointing. The apartment was old and required frequent maintenance, and I often had to call for repairs. When I moved out, I left the unit clean, took photos as proof, and shared them with management. Despite this, I was charged cleaning fees, move-out fees, and several other unexpected charges. It was also difficult to get someone to do a final walkthrough, and my concerns were ignored. Be sure ...
to carefully review all move-out policies and fees before renting here.
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Safety Concerns and Lack of Management

February 27, 2025 - Review from Apartments.com
Do not come here. Youre safety will be put into danger. My dog and I have been terrorized by our neighbor for over 3 months. Management has done nothing about it except for give excuses for her threatening behavior. It takes about 3 weeks for the community manager to respond to you for any reason. Im currently a tenant and am truly afraid for my safety when I leave to take my dog for her bathroom breaks. I recommend you stay away from this place. you will only find stress and fear here.

Property Manager Responded

March 11, 2025
Hello there, We are truly sorry to hear about the distress you’ve been experiencing, and we sincerely apologize for the frustration and fear this situation has caused. We want you to feel comfortable and supported in your home, and we deeply regret that this has not been your experience. All of our team members are available and ready to assist you with any ongoing concerns. If you are feeling uncomfortable or threatened due to a neighbor’s behavior, we recommend contacting the police so they can provide the appropriate assistance. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We genuinely appreciate it and will continue to work toward improving your experience. Warm regards, Sidney - WeCare@udr.com

Great management

November 6, 2024 - Review from Apartments.com
Stayed here for a year and it was great. Management was very, very quick with all requests. Quiet, clean, and no bugs (I lived on the second floor).

Property Manager Responded

November 27, 2024
Hello there, Thank you for your positive review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and appreciated our quick response to requests. If there’s ever anything else we can help with, don’t hesitate to let us know. Thank you for being part of our community! Warm Regards, Sidney - WeCare@udr.com

Horrible Customer Service

August 24, 2021 - Review from Apartments.com
We’re trying to contact to schedule a tour. But no one ever picked up the phone, we sent a message through this app. And when they respond, it’s so choppy and u professional. We had to initiate for every question. At the end, we said we would like to have a tour around the unit. They said they’re closed today, which is yesterday - Monday, is tomorrow okay? We said yes l, can we tour around 2-3pm or anytime afternoon. They never responded since then. Today I tried to call again that ...
number, he/she kept declining the call. Then we messaged them to ask about the tour today. After so many messages, they said, “Sorry look like we are all booked today. How about tomorrow?” What kind of service is this? Weren’t they supposed to check the schedule yesterday before they ask if I could come today? And after I gave out the time, they should respond and confirm if it’s booked or not. Why wait until we tried to contact several time and said there is no more time. Super unprofessional and unresponsive.
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wow over price!

September 21, 2018 - Review from Apartments.com
these old apartments calls themselves luxury. get out of here, fyi reason why rent is so high because travelers that work at the area rent for free they get reimbursed and the locals suffer.

horrible move in experience

September 8, 2018 - Review from Apartments.com
I would give negative stars if it was possible. I moved in a few days ago and I found the apartment in the worst condition I ever saw one upon a move in. It smells. The kitchen is dirty. After whatever I touch inside the apartment, I need/want to wash my hands. The heater is not working. The window blinds and screens are dirty. The blinds are hard to move. 9 blinds pieces simply fell off as I closed them in the evening and opened in the morning in the span of 4 days. The office is not helpful at ...
all. After I got the keys and saw the condition the apartment is in, I walked back and told the leasing office about it. They said, "oh, it should not be in that condition. It all should have been done". 4 days later nothing is fixed even though I daily bugged them. I want to move out already.
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Worst Service ever... Big NO NO... Poor Ethics.

October 2, 2017 - Review from Apartments.com
Two months back I was very much in need of a place, so I booked an apartment at Marina Playa. When I informed my friends, I got bad reviews (to mention few- lake is not cleaned regularly, lot of mosquitoes, cold shower water, deposit never returned) . So I went ahead and cancelled by booking within 24 hours. Its been TWO MONTHS now and I still haven't received by security deposit, I have called them a hundred times, no body bothers to follow up, the answer always is "it will be sent soon, wait ...
for a week". I wish I could give "0" stars. I would never do business with them again. Poor Ethics.
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DON'T Lease this apartment

September 7, 2017 - Review from Apartments.com
I'm a resident here, the leasing office is very irresponsive. They would take days to weeks to even respond you back. This place is noisy, expensive and not so great. You can get better in same price.

Roy did good work

April 19, 2017 - Review from Apartments.com
We had lot of problems in our apartment when we moved here,so I complained about this then Roy (the service guy)came and fixed all the problems.He is very hardworking guy.

Avoid this complex at any cost.

January 17, 2017 - Review from Apartments.com
I would give negative stars if there is one. First of all, the houses are very old, all appliances are very old. You will get at least $130-150 monthly maintenance charges (water/trash/hot-water etc). The worst management ever. No matter how clean you keep your apartment, expect at least $500-600 charges after you move out. And this is only if you kept everything clean. If even one thing not-clean, broken or damaged, then they will suck exorbitant money out of you. If you move out before 2-3 ...
years, expect additional painting charges of $100-200. Save yourself, try to avoid this community. It looks nice from outside, but dirty inside, nothing special about it.
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Irresponsible management team, $1500 move out expenses.

October 20, 2016 - Review from Apartments.com
I wanted to give negative stars. I lived here last 4 years and when i moved out from my apartment this month. There was no pre move out inspection happened. Legally landlord should give written notice to the tenant for initial inspection and tenant should know the expense before he moves out. And tenant can repair the damages on his own before move out. Not sure if we follow the law. I went to the leasing office asked them 3 times when is the pre move out inspection scheduled. They said oh did ...
not happen yet, we will send you a notice and then we will come to your apartment unit for inspection. This never ever happened even after i ask 3 times. After 10 days of my move out, they took pics of my unit and sent a final bill of $1400 . I went to leasing office again and asked for explanation, why the pre move out inspection did not happen, why i was not given chances to know this before i move out. The answer was oh, really , we are very sorry for this. Last year when i renewed my lease, i asked them for cleaning more then 5 times, they never did it. Eventually i had to hire cleaners for $130 for cleaning the house completely. I'm not sure how marina playa can pay $1400 for cleaning a 1 BHK. to me nothing is broken its just a cleaning. I sent several follow up emails to give an explanation for why the pre move out did not happen. Not sure if there is a proper reason for this. Please follow the law and charge an decent amount.
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Worst place to live

July 20, 2016 - Review from Apartments.com
I would give 0 stars if there was an option. Worst management I ever have seen. Their only objective is to squeeze money from you. There are many bachelors living there as a group and too much noise at night. Once you move out expect a minimum $400-$500 charges regardless how well you maintained your unit. Also, it's not a clean place to live.

Nearby Schools

Pomeroy Elementary School

Santa Clara Unified School District
1250 Pomeroy Avenue
Public School - Grades K-5 (300 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away
6/10

Juan Cabrillo Middle School

Santa Clara Unified School District
2550 Cabrillo Avenue
Public School - Grades 6-8 (796 Students)
In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 1.4 miles away
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Marina Playa.

Big Box and Retail

Costco

150 Lawrence Station Rd
4 minute drive / 1.52 miles away

Target

2000-2018 El Camino Real
4 minute drive / 1.61 miles away

Walgreens

780 E El Camino Real St
4 minute drive / 1.61 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Santa Clara University

500 El Camino Real
6 minute drive / 2.91 miles away

De Anza College

21250 Stevens Creek Boulevard
8 minute drive / 3.75 miles away

San Jose City College

2100 Moorpark Avenue
9 minute drive / 4.21 miles away

Groceries

99 Ranch Market

10983 N Wolfe Rd
5 minute drive / 1.68 miles away

Safeway

5146 Stevens Creek Blvd
4 minute drive / 2.04 miles away

Whole Foods

2732 Augustine Dr
4 minute drive / 2.27 miles away

Hospitals

Kaiser Permanente Psychiatric Health Facility - Santa Clara

3840 Homestead Road
3 minute drive / 1.03 miles away

Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Santa Clara

700 Lawrence Expressway
3 minute drive / 1.05 miles away

Santa Clara Valley Medical Center

751 South Bascom Avenue
8 minute drive / 4.06 miles away

Military Bases

Army National Guard San Jose

9 minute drive / 4.45 miles away

US Army Reserve Center

9 minute drive / 4.62 miles away

Ames Research Center

13 minute drive / 6.44 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Rosicrucian Park

1664 Park Ave
8 minute drive / 3.86 miles away

Plaza de Cesar Chavez

170 S. Market St.
12 minute drive / 5.66 miles away

Kelley Park

1300 Senter Rd.
15 minute drive / 7.06 miles away

Marina Playa has 5 parks within 10.1 miles, including Rosicrucian Park, Plaza de Cesar Chavez, Kelley Park, Almaden Lake Park, and Alum Rock Park.

Shopping Centers

Nobili Plaza

3413-3423 El Camino Real
1 minute drive / 0.19 miles away

Buttitta Plaza

3278-3294 El Camino Real
1 minute drive / 0.24 miles away

Lawrence Plaza

1695 Lawrence Expy
1 minute drive / 0.35 miles away

Marina Playa has 5 shopping centers within 0.4 miles.

Transit Stations

Lawrence-Caltrain

4 minute drive / 1.47 miles away

Santa Clara-Altamont Corridor Express

6 minute drive / 2.94 miles away

Santa Clara-Caltrain

6 minute drive / 2.94 miles away

Nearby Neighborhoods

Birdland Neighbors

Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments from $972
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Raynor Park

Studio to 6 Bedroom Apartments from $972
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Panama Park

Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments from $1,325
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Santa Clara Studio Apartments $3,041$972$7,000
Santa Clara 1 Bedroom Apartments $3,786$1,036$9,885
Santa Clara 2 Bedroom Apartments $4,785$1,233$10,000+
Santa Clara 3 Bedroom Apartments $5,938$1,460$10,000+
Santa Clara 4 Bedroom Apartments $6,655$6,249$7,416

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