City Lights at Town Center
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5000 City Lights Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656

4.4

(1131 Reviews & Surveys)
$2,716 - $4,914/mo

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Up to 1 month off! See leasing for details.

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4.4 rating

743 total reviews

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Current Resident 38346

Verified Resident 2012 - 2013

4.7

10/23/2013

It's a comfortable, safe place to live. The staff is friendly and helpful and the community events are nice. We love the pool areas and the work out room. It's nice to have the community notice emails so that people can share events, items for sale, and their business. Helps bring everyone together.

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    Current Resident 38329

    Verified Resident 2011 - 2013

    4.3

    10/23/2013

    City lights is a very convenient location. I enjoy walking to one of our favorite restaurants or the movies. Walking to anything these days is not the norm. All of the facilities are well maintained, except the hall ways near the trash chutes. We love the pool, BBQ, movie room, fitness room, it is like resort living!

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      Current Resident 38320

      Verified Resident 2013

      5.0

      10/23/2013

      City Lights is a beautiful, well kept community. The grounds are pristine and the community feels safe and friendly. This community offers a variety of layouts for each individual renters needs along with great appliances, upgraded cabinetry and spacious walk-in closets. They have three beautiful pools, a fitness center, movie theater, community barbecue and fun resident events. The location is awesome and within walking distance to a variety of restaurants, shopping and a movie theater. I highly recommend choosing City Lights in Aliso Viejo!

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        Current Resident 38292

        Verified Resident 2013

        3.8

        10/23/2013

        Aliso Viejo and city lights are located in a perfect area. For work, school,and play. I lived here once before, and enjoyed living in the complex. I also enjoy the amenities. Nice gym. Great pools. Next to Town Center and Grand Park.

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          Current Resident 38283

          Verified Resident 2013

          3.8

          10/23/2013

          I really like my place. I like the staff too. Juan is great in the maintenece crew. Maria Faulkner was great when I told her I needed a new washer and dryer. She made sure I got it installed as quickly as she could. Whenever I have had a maintenence issue, the staff responded well. Miss. Danner in the office is always very nice, cheerful and friendly.

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            Current Resident 38213

            Verified Resident 2013

            4.5

            10/23/2013

            My experience has been good, the floor plan of the apartment is great with good closet size for storage. I think the complex does a good job of offering activities including yoga and other exercise classes. Overall good location and nice apartments.

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              Current Resident 38212

              Verified Resident 2012 - 2013

              3.0

              10/23/2013

              I have enjoyed living here at city lights. I especially enjoy the Pilates and Zumba classes. I feel safe here and appreciate the services offered by the office staff. I also appreciate the communication via email.

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                Current Resident 38217

                Verified Resident 2012 - 2013

                3.8

                10/23/2013

                Great, enjoy living in the community staff is awesome best feature. I also like the appearance of the community the access to the movie theater is a good perk. Pool access could be better for kids.

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                  Current Resident 38153

                  Verified Resident 2013

                  5.0

                  10/23/2013

                  Great Experience! Love City Lights! I moved to City Lights about 5 months ago with my BF. We feel safe, glad to be apart of the community and amazed of how close the theaters, shopping and grocery stores are in relation to our home. We walk a lot and do have to get into the car to run errands.

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                    Current Resident 38080

                    Verified Resident 2012 - 2020

                    4.5

                    6/9/2020

                    City Lights is located in a safe area and has some really nice fountains and green spaces, with three pools. It's located next to a beautiful park and right next to a grocery store, drug store, and restaurants.

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                      Current Resident 38073

                      Verified Resident 2013

                      4.7

                      10/22/2013

                      Nice apartment conveniently located close to my office

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                        Current Resident 38031

                        Verified Resident 2013

                        4.0

                        10/22/2013

                        It is good environment to live in. i would recommended new resident.

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                          Current Resident 37916

                          Verified Resident 2010 - 2013

                          4.8

                          10/21/2013

                          Great except for the steep raise in rent every year. Cabinetry tends to fall apart but maintenance has been helpful in improving it. I feel safe and comfortable here. It's close to everything I need - work, stores, beach. The pools are great in the summer.

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                            Current Resident 37834

                            Verified Resident 2007 - 2013

                            4.0

                            10/21/2013

                            Good location, close to a variety of shopping centers from groceries (Ralph, Vons...), clothings (TJMax, Wallmart...) to cars (PeP Boys),entertainments (theater, Barnes&Nobles, Micheals...) and restaurants and Doctor's office... I feel happy and safe living here.

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                              Current Resident 37782

                              Verified Resident 2013

                              3.7

                              10/21/2013

                              Although I have been here for a very short time this community is a very clean, safe place to live. After spending 6 days a week in the area prior to moving the fit felt right. The people have been welcoming.

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                                Current Resident 37676

                                Verified Resident 2013

                                4.8

                                10/21/2013

                                I've been here a few months short of a year. I've liked the layout of my unit, and I love that I have lots of parking for guests and am in walking distance of the town center. The staff is very friendly and helpful.

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                                  Current Resident 37653

                                  Verified Resident 2012 - 2013

                                  5.0

                                  10/21/2013

                                  It has been a great experience from the moment I expressed interest in living here. The grounds are kept clean and it is very safe. Every aspect from paying rent to reporting a maintenance issue is easy and convenient.

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                                    Current Resident 37616

                                    Verified Resident 2011 - 2013

                                    4.3

                                    10/21/2013

                                    It's been great so far, overall friendly staff with good facilities. The non-smoking building is great. It's a bit pricey, and the parking lot gets pretty loud with alarms going off every day, but it's an overall great experience.

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                                      Current Resident 37611

                                      Verified Resident 2013

                                      4.7

                                      10/21/2013

                                      I'm very happy with community. Its clean, always find guest parking, staff is friendly and community is always making improvements, always keeping up with appearance. I love AV Town center is walking distance.

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                                        Current Resident 37604

                                        Verified Resident 2013 - 2015

                                        4.8

                                        1/19/2015

                                        I have lived here for three years, and for the most part it's been a great experience. The staff has been excellent, all repair work has been excellent. The only negative is the fear that after this next year, the rent increases will make it so it's time to find a new apartment.

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                                          Current Resident 37599

                                          Verified Resident 2013

                                          4.5

                                          10/21/2013

                                          It has been very pleasant. The community is very safe and very beautiful! The only great issues with the complex has been some malfunctions with the fire alarms lately, but other than that it is a complete pleasure to live here.

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                                            Current Resident 37591

                                            Verified Resident 2013

                                            5.0

                                            10/21/2013

                                            Overall I have really liked living here. The location really sold me on the place. It's close to work, variety of shops, and it's very safe. Parking can be hard for guests depending on the time but there hasn't been a time they couldn't find a spot. I would like to have better carpet and a better washer and dryer.

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                                              Current Resident 37583

                                              Verified Resident 2005 - 2013

                                              5.0

                                              10/21/2013

                                              I have enjoyed my experience so far at City Lights. My son and I have lived here for 7 years and have very few problems. The maintenance staff has been prompt and very helpful when I have needed them. I think it is a great place to live.

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                                                Current Resident 37589

                                                Verified Resident 2013

                                                4.0

                                                10/21/2013

                                                CITY LIGHTS IS A QUITE COMMUNITY LOCATED WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE TO MOST EVERYTHING! THE NEIGHBORHOOD IS STUNNING.I AM VERY PLEASED WITH THE SIZE OF THE OUTDOOR PATIO AND THE LAYOUT OF THE APARTMENT AS WELL AS OUR QUIET ENJOYMENT INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE APARTMENT HOME.

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                                                  Current Resident 37378

                                                  Verified Resident 2013

                                                  5.0

                                                  10/18/2013

                                                  This is the best community for renters! I am completely satisfied with my choice of choosing City Lights Apt! It's next to Towne Center which has everything you can possibly use (theater, grocery, shopping , restaurants , spas ,etc)

                                                    Floor Plans & Pricing

                                                    1 Bedroom

                                                    Plan 1B

                                                    1 Bed, 1 Bath | 708 sq. ft.

                                                    $2,716 - $4,524

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                                                    Plan 1A

                                                    1 Bed, 1 Bath | 598 sq. ft.

                                                    $2,725 - $4,269

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                                                    Plan 1C

                                                    1 Bed, 1 Bath | 807 sq. ft.

                                                    $2,952 - $4,914

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                                                    Plan 1D

                                                    1 Bed, 1 Bath | 903 - 912 sq. ft.

                                                    $3,074 - $4,742

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                                                    2 Bedrooms

                                                    Plan 2D

                                                    2 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,534 sq. ft.

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                                                    Plan 2A

                                                    2 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,028 sq. ft.

                                                    $3,363 - $4,522

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                                                    Plan 2B

                                                    2 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,090 sq. ft.

                                                    $3,443 - $4,583

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                                                    Plan 2C

                                                    2 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,097 sq. ft.

                                                    $3,680 - $4,727

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                                                    3 Bedrooms

                                                    3A

                                                    3 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,534 sq. ft.

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                                                    Disclaimer: Special, prices and availabilities subject to change.

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                                                    Renter Ratings

                                                    A

                                                    Review Ratings (from 80 reviews)

                                                    Noise

                                                    4.0

                                                    Grounds

                                                    4.4

                                                    Safety

                                                    3.9

                                                    Office Staff

                                                    4.6

                                                    Maintenance

                                                    4.7

                                                    Neighborhood

                                                    4.7

                                                    Survey Scores (from 388 surveys)

                                                    Post-Tour Survey

                                                    4.8

                                                    Move-In Survey

                                                    4.7

                                                    Maintenance & Support Survey

                                                    4.8

                                                    Lease Renewal Survey

                                                    3.9

                                                    Review Count

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                                                    Number of reviews in the past 365 days

                                                    80

                                                    Manager’s Review Engagement

                                                    A+

                                                    Percentage of reviews responded to

                                                    96.25%

                                                    Manager’s Review Reply Time

                                                    A+

                                                    Average time to respond to reviews

                                                    1.89 days

                                                    Features & Amenities

                                                    Laundry
                                                    • Washer/Dryer
                                                    Parking
                                                    • Other
                                                    • Controlled Access Parking Garage
                                                    • Parking
                                                    Pets
                                                    • Dogs Allowed
                                                      Rent: $50. Comments: See Pet Acceptance Criteria | Restrictions: Dogs are restricted by breed
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                                                    • Cats Allowed
                                                      Rent: $25. Comments: See Pet Acceptance Criteria | Restrictions: None
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                                                    Other
                                                    • Additional Storage
                                                    • Business Center and Conference Room
                                                    • Cat Friendly
                                                    • Ceiling Fan
                                                    • Central Heat and Air
                                                    • Courtyard with Swimming Pool, Spa and Water Feature
                                                    • Dishwasher
                                                    • Elevator
                                                    • Fitness Center
                                                    • Hardwood Style Flooring
                                                    • Kitchen with Breakfast Bar and Pantry
                                                    • Large Dog Friendly
                                                    • Monthly Resident Events
                                                    • On-Site Maintenance
                                                    • On-Site Management
                                                    • Oversized Windows
                                                    • Pendant Lighting and Farmhouse Sink in Kitchen
                                                    • Private Spacious Balcony or Patio
                                                    • Resident Lounge with Full Kitchen
                                                    • Saddleback Mountain Views
                                                    • Smart Apartment-Nest
                                                    • Smoke Free and Dog Friendly Community
                                                    • Stainless Steel Appliances and Quartz Countertops
                                                    • Two Contemporary Schemes Available
                                                    • Vaulted Ceilings on Top Floor
                                                    • Walk In Closets
                                                    • Wi-Fi at Amenities
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                                                    Leasing

                                                    City Lights at Town Center is unlike any other in Aliso Viejo overlooking the retail and nightlife of Aliso Viejo Town Center and next to Grand Park, which buzzes with seasonal festivities. The expansive, newly remodeled interiors are designed with a thoughtful expression of luxury and comfort, combining modern elegance with smart finishes including Nest thermostats. Ease of living is enhanced with walk-in closets, kitchen pantries and in-home laundry. Contemporary, remodeled interiors boast white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops with mosaic backsplashes, wood-style flooring, custom lighting, and more.
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                                                    Leasing Options

                                                      • 12 months, 13 months, 14 months, 15 months

                                                    Office Hours

                                                    • Sunday: 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
                                                    • Monday - Thursday: 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM
                                                    • Friday - Saturday: 09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
                                                    This community is managed by

                                                    Shea Properties

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                                                    Questions & Answers (2)

                                                    Lakersfann
                                                    Asked on: 07/12/2022
                                                    Q: What are some of the problems at City Lights?
                                                    Anonymous
                                                    Answered on: 07/25/2023
                                                    A: Constant daily gardening noise for hours and hours Monday through Friday. Dogs always barking, excrement and fleas all over. Catalytic converter thefts. Construction noise all day every day. Homeless people living on front grass. No carpet so you hear every step your upstairs neighbor takes.
                                                    Anonymous
                                                    Asked on: 03/19/2018
                                                    Q: What is the estimated utility bill for one person?
                                                    Anonymous
                                                    Answered on: 06/13/2022
                                                    A: Only $70???? Wtf mine is $130 a month. Thieves here
                                                    Anonymous
                                                    Answered on: 04/06/2018
                                                    A: The water bill is horrendous. $70 per month. I lived in other complexes in aliso and it was never over $10. City lights must be getting a kickback from the bill. The bill is paid to Conservice. Appropriately named as they are cons. Just google Conservice and see ALL the people they ripped off and no doubt gave kickbacks to the complexes.

                                                    Frequently Asked

                                                    How is City Lights at Town Center Rated?
                                                    Based on 1131 number of votes by renters, City Lights at Town Center is currently rated 4.4 out of 5 stars.
                                                    How satisfied are residents with the upkeep and overall appearance of the grounds at City Lights at Town Center?
                                                    City Lights at Town Center is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars in our renters grounds survey, which is considered good. The grounds are generally well maintained and attractive.
                                                    How effective was the maintenance team when resolving your problem?
                                                    City Lights at Town Center is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars in our renters maintenance survey, which is considered excellent. The maintenance team is very responsive and effective in addressing issues.
                                                    What are noise levels like at City Lights at Town Center?
                                                    City Lights at Town Center is rated 4 out of 5 stars in our renters noise survey, which is considered good. The noise level is generally tolerable, with occasional disruptions.
                                                    How safe is City Lights at Town Center?
                                                    City Lights at Town Center is rated 3.9 out of 5 stars in our renters safety survey, which is considered average. The complex has some safety concerns that need to be addressed.
                                                    How satisfied are residents with the neighborhood?
                                                    City Lights at Town Center is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars in our renters neighborhood survey, which is considered excellent. The complex is located in a very desirable and safe neighborhood with convenient access to local attractions and services.
                                                    How satisfied are residents with the staff at City Lights at Town Center?
                                                    City Lights at Town Center is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars in our renters staff survey, which is considered excellent. The staff is extremely helpful and responsive to resident needs.
                                                    How often does management engage with reviews?
                                                    Managers have responded to 96.25% of their community reviews in the past year.
                                                    How quickly does management engage with reviews?
                                                    Managers have replied within 1.89 days to their community reviews in the past year.
                                                    Who manages City Lights at Town Center?
                                                    Shea Properties
                                                    What is the pet policy at City Lights at Town Center?
                                                    Dogs Allowed
                                                    Rent: $50
                                                    Comments: See Pet Acceptance Criteria | Restrictions: Dogs are restricted by breed
                                                    Cats Allowed
                                                    Rent: $25
                                                    Comments: See Pet Acceptance Criteria | Restrictions: None
                                                    What types of floor plans are available?
                                                    1 Bed, 1 Bath
                                                    2 Beds, 2 Baths
                                                    3 Beds, 2 Baths
                                                    What is the move-in special?
                                                    Up to 1 month off! See leasing for details.

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                                                    City Lights at Town Center is a 598 - 1,534 sq. ft. apartment in Aliso Viejo in zip code 92656. This community has a 1 - 3 Beds, 1 - 2 Baths, and is for rent for $2,716 - $4,914. Nearby cities include Laguna Hills, Laguna Woods, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Beach, Mission Viejo, South Laguna, Ladera Ranch, El Toro, Lake Forest, San Juan Capistrano, Newport Coast, Dana Point, and Rancho Mission Viejo.