The building is aging and the owners are too cheap to renovate. The elevator smells bad, the gate and elevator break down once per month each, and the rent increases are unbelievable. Nice neighborhood besides the occasional wandering drug addict. Great weather, schools, and shopping. Find another building.

I've been living here the past year with my boyfriend and I just need to say how much we love living here and this neighborhood! I remember seeing very few positive reviews about Emerson Townhomes online before renting but loved the setup so decided to stay here with a 12-month lease. We're located in the 8600 complex and our 1 BD/1.5BR townhome was spacious and modern. The area is very central with Trader Joe's, TJ Maxx/Home Goods, CVS, and Ralph's just a min away. Of course, having LAX just 5... min away is an even bigger advantage when you're Lyfting to the airport. ($5!) There's also the Mobil gas station in front for any convenience store needs. The neighborhood is surrounded by many single family homes and a private school/church nearby. Walking around at night with my dog by myself has never been a problem and I've always felt SO safe especially with the street lamps guiding the walks all around. Neighbors are friendly and super quiet within the complex! Management has also been communicative about any issues like plumbing updates or having something checked out. We wanted to stay longer and extend our lease but were looking for a 2 bedroom apartment that was more within our range.

Best features: Gated tandem parking for 2 people, shared rooftop deck, laundry room was barely full on most days (3 washers/3 dryers), quiet neighbors and neighborhood, plentiful street parking, and no street sweeping. Trash chutes on each floor. Easy to use elevator from garage to 2nd floor. Secure mailbox and no one stole packages because they're classy like that. About 20 units within the 8600 Emerson complex.

Downside: Fire station is down the block so be aware that you'll always hear sirens during the day or night at random times. The windows are considered dual paned but you can still hear some noise. You do get used to it though. Another thing that can improve is that the laundry room would sometimes have leaks from the washers which would produce wet floors but it never was a hindrance to having my clothes washed.

Overall, 5/5 stars for living here! Keep it up Emerson. :) Read More

I lived here almost 3 years. Rent increases 9% per year. Entryway has reeked of ammonia for the past 4 months. Building is cleaned once a week and is filthy the other 6 days. Neighbor runs a day care from their apartment. Management doesn't care, so I am out of here. Staff is very nice and the units are large, hence the 2nd star. PS: There is no elevator in the building at 8555 Emerson.