Ryan Tower is a newly renovated downtown San Mateo luxury high rise. This landmark building is located within the heart of San Mateo's serene and exclusive Baywood District. Just two blocks from beautiful downtown, San Mateo offers shopping, bistros, grocery stores, fine dining, a 12 screen cinema, 24 Hour Fitness, Equinox, a new public library, Central Park, and lots of entertainment.
Ryan Tower is a dramatic high rise with pet-friendly studios and 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartment homes, most with dramatic views of the bay or hills. Conveniently located just 2 blocks west of El Camino on Third Avenue, a short distance to Caltrain, as well as minutes to the 101 and 280 Freeways.
Ryan Tower is a dramatic high rise with pet-friendly studios and 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartment homes, most with dramatic views of the bay or hills. Conveniently located just 2 blocks west of El Camino on Third Avenue, a short distance to Caltrain, as well as minutes to the 101 and 280 Freeways.
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Laura S.
Oct 18, 2021
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I would not recommend Ryan Tower. We lived here for less than 2 months while moving into a house. The walls were thin and we could hear the neighbors playing video games. When we moved in, the paint was scuffed, plugs didn't work, etc. We were subsequently charged for repainting the apartment and a heavy cleaning fee despite being in the apartment for minimal time.
If you decide to move here, understand the condition upon move in and take photos of every wall, appliance, door, etc such that they won't charge you upon move out.
If you decide to move here, understand the condition upon move in and take photos of every wall, appliance, door, etc such that they won't charge you upon move out.
Sveta H.
Jun 03, 2021
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We lived at Ryan Tower for two years and it was a wonderful experience beginning to end! The management was responsive, always there to assist and answer any questions and concerns! The area is wonderful and the building is clean and well kept. Their customer service is exceptional and we would have stayed here longer if it wasn't for an out of state move. The building itself is beautiful and the unit we had was spacious and charming! We were very well taken care of and would recommend renting from here to anyone! Jamie and Greg were absolutely wonderful property managers!
Karhryn W.
Feb 24, 2021
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Great location. thats it.
Jamie, the manager, just wants to be right and doesn't realize you are a customer paying 10's of thousands of dollars. Ryan Tower lacks a fundamental understanding of "customer first".
No access to gym in a year. Rooftop limited.
Can take days/weeks/months to fix core items that you are paying for (dishwasher, fridge, blinds).
Lobby can be messy - with face masks and garbage. Doors are often propped open all night or just not working - NOT A SECURE BUILDING. Jamie and Management says its due to "wind". Last two days the electric door
Jamie, the manager, just wants to be right and doesn't realize you are a customer paying 10's of thousands of dollars. Ryan Tower lacks a fundamental understanding of "customer first".
No access to gym in a year. Rooftop limited.
Can take days/weeks/months to fix core items that you are paying for (dishwasher, fridge, blinds).
Lobby can be messy - with face masks and garbage. Doors are often propped open all night or just not working - NOT A SECURE BUILDING. Jamie and Management says its due to "wind". Last two days the electric door
Joyce C.
Aug 17, 2020
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Just moved here for two months and I'm absolutely in love with the community :)
Interior & Location - The entire building is modern and clean. Some key features: Amazon hub, basement parking garage, indoor gym, common rooftop patio. The building is central to Downtown San Mateo, walking distance to hundreds of restaurants, and 2-3 min drive to Safeway & the Freeways. 10 min drive to Costco.
Service - Jamie and Greg are amazing at assisting everyone. Always timely response on issues, and friendly. The community is family friendly, pets friendly, and noise minimum. The community usually
Interior & Location - The entire building is modern and clean. Some key features: Amazon hub, basement parking garage, indoor gym, common rooftop patio. The building is central to Downtown San Mateo, walking distance to hundreds of restaurants, and 2-3 min drive to Safeway & the Freeways. 10 min drive to Costco.
Service - Jamie and Greg are amazing at assisting everyone. Always timely response on issues, and friendly. The community is family friendly, pets friendly, and noise minimum. The community usually
Joey G.
Aug 17, 2020
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Gavin B.
Aug 14, 2020
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Janet G.
Aug 14, 2020
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Kim G.
Aug 13, 2020
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Charlie M.
May 21, 2020
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The views are amazing, the location cannot be beat and proximity to public services are all very close. However, after FOUR failed attempts to have something as simple as a leaky sink drain fix I am BEYOND disappointed with the response of the management and their ability to meet the basic health and safety needs of their customers.
Currently, there are many other complexes in the area that offer better amenities and services to match the benefits of Ryan Tower. I share this experience as a warning and utter frustration
Currently, there are many other complexes in the area that offer better amenities and services to match the benefits of Ryan Tower. I share this experience as a warning and utter frustration
Kimberly S.
Dec 17, 2019
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We moved into Monterey Gardens (right next door to Ryan Tower) about a month ago. We stumbled across the property when we were house hunting and lucky for us, they had a perfect apartment for us. We saw a couple in Ryan Tower and were impressed, but decided on a little larger apartment in the neighboring property also owned by Ryan Tower management). The management is great to work with, they respond promptly and are helpful. The units are spacious, dog friendly, and also have extra storage units available for rent and covered parking. Signing lease agreements and moving in was super easy.
Isabel S.
Oct 23, 2019
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Scott W.
Oct 17, 2019
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I strongly DO NOT recommend.
After our 1yr lease switched to month-to-month, Ryan Tower notified us of a 45% (approx. $1200/mo) rent increase. We negotiated them down to a 10% increase, only to receive a notice for an additional 40% rent increase the following month. Needless to say, we moved out.
It has been over two months since we moved out and we still have not received our full security deposit. The itemized list we received for the security deposit did not match our financial records and contained an inflated utilities charge.
Ryan Tower's willingness to force out good tenants for
After our 1yr lease switched to month-to-month, Ryan Tower notified us of a 45% (approx. $1200/mo) rent increase. We negotiated them down to a 10% increase, only to receive a notice for an additional 40% rent increase the following month. Needless to say, we moved out.
It has been over two months since we moved out and we still have not received our full security deposit. The itemized list we received for the security deposit did not match our financial records and contained an inflated utilities charge.
Ryan Tower's willingness to force out good tenants for
Charles D.
Sep 01, 2019
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You have been warned, the absolute worst management. 7 months into lease, just getting things fixed. Great apartment, but the incompetence of caesar and his team is astonishing. To top it off not being managed, you will face retaliation for calling out these shortcomings. I never lived in a place where the people who work there, will take you stuff out of a washer, to put theirs in. I made a post deleted to be a bigger person, but after I deleted ( after receiving a combative message from Caesar), I had personal property ( gardening pots) taking form the Patio from cleaning staff. Asked for their
Myra C.
Jul 03, 2019
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I have lived here for almost 6yrs and let me tell you....I Love It. It has it all beautiful views, safe parks, and a lively downtown area.The area is perfect 25mins away from SF. The apt is 5mins from the Caltrain, the 101, and HWY 92 along with being only 10 minuets from Milbrae Bart. The apt manager, Cesar, is kind, smart, and a cut above the rest. It is constantly improving with a spectacular roof terrace with gas grill and even a cute little doggy station to give your fur baby a bath.
Susan L.
Jul 02, 2019
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BEST KEPT SECRET IN SAN MATEO! Ryan Towers is a quiet, beautiful building in a very safe and lovely area. It is on a quiet street but just a short walk into downtown. I always found it surreal watching the deer walking down the middle of the street at 1:00 am with the traffic lights as the backdrop. It was awesome! Parking is relatively easy to find on 3rd or for an extra, reasonable fee, you can park in the building lot or garage.
My son has lived here for 11 months and we were both sad for him to leave but his job is in SF and he needed to relocate. The community in the building is wonderfully
My son has lived here for 11 months and we were both sad for him to leave but his job is in SF and he needed to relocate. The community in the building is wonderfully
Miele I.
Jun 19, 2019
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I've been a tenant at Ryan Tower for seven months and honestly feel like I've lucked out as far as apartment-style housing and location go.
Here's the breakdown (LOTS to cover)
RENT COST
Note: Lease started November 2018 (seven months in now)
Original rent: $2275
Studio - 450 sq ft
Bathroom with a tub/shower
Two small closets
Kitchen with fridge, oven/stove, sink, dishwasher
The kitchen and bathroom are separated by a very short hall from the main area
Mail area in the main lobby and Amazon Hub lockers downstairs, accessible by a text code (for any packages, not just through
Here's the breakdown (LOTS to cover)
RENT COST
Note: Lease started November 2018 (seven months in now)
Original rent: $2275
Studio - 450 sq ft
Bathroom with a tub/shower
Two small closets
Kitchen with fridge, oven/stove, sink, dishwasher
The kitchen and bathroom are separated by a very short hall from the main area
Mail area in the main lobby and Amazon Hub lockers downstairs, accessible by a text code (for any packages, not just through
Tatiana G.
Jan 20, 2019
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I have been living at Ryan towers for 2 years. I love the location, this is a truly amazing and convenient place in the bay are to live also is safe and beautiful. the building itself is comfortable and have nice features to it but what I love the most is the people who lives here. I have excellent neighbors and the management team are like family. Cesar, Ricardo, Maria, Jorge and Carlos are always willing to help and do things right. Overall I would recommend this place and location of San Mateo to live.
Rohan K.
Dec 02, 2018
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I've been living here for over a year. There are a lot of great things about Ryan Tower.
1. Located right in the heart of San Mateo downtown. San Mateo downtown is up and coming. It has almost everything you would want. Restaurants, bars, movie theater, coffee shops, multiple gyms including 24 hours and Equinox and Soulcycle, biking trail, grocery shopping, banks.
2. Close to San Francisco airport ~10 mins drive
3. Safe and quiet area of San Mateo
4. Tech community with a bunch of startups and co-sharing offices including Hero City and Spaces.
5. Close to San Mateo DMV ~10 mins drive
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1. Located right in the heart of San Mateo downtown. San Mateo downtown is up and coming. It has almost everything you would want. Restaurants, bars, movie theater, coffee shops, multiple gyms including 24 hours and Equinox and Soulcycle, biking trail, grocery shopping, banks.
2. Close to San Francisco airport ~10 mins drive
3. Safe and quiet area of San Mateo
4. Tech community with a bunch of startups and co-sharing offices including Hero City and Spaces.
5. Close to San Mateo DMV ~10 mins drive
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A. C.
Nov 27, 2018
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I've been living here for about a year and so far I like it. I agree with some of the other reviews that the building is old, but this place is pet-friendly, a short walk from downtown, and has amazing people managing it. Although the units are old they are clean and spacious and in good, livable, and working condition. I haven't had any issues with anything not working properly.
Cesar and the staff are super friendly, attentive, and responsive. Haven't had too many problems, but when there is one, Cesar takes care of them quickly. Cesar and the staff really do treat you like
Cesar and the staff are super friendly, attentive, and responsive. Haven't had too many problems, but when there is one, Cesar takes care of them quickly. Cesar and the staff really do treat you like
Bob K.
Aug 08, 2018
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I in the 3 years that I lived at Ryan Tower (not TowerS, by the way) the building had 6 different managers. Each stayed an average of 6 months and were replaced with no notice given to the tenants. I would find out there was a new manager only when I would walk into the office to drop off the rent.
The upper floors do provide beautiful views, and almost all of the people that I encountered there over the 3 years were very friendly. That's pretty much covers the plus side.
When I moved in, the manager instructed me to drop off my moving pods on the front lawn because there was no access
The upper floors do provide beautiful views, and almost all of the people that I encountered there over the 3 years were very friendly. That's pretty much covers the plus side.
When I moved in, the manager instructed me to drop off my moving pods on the front lawn because there was no access
