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Brio

161 N Civic Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

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4.6 (48 reviews)

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  • Monthly Rent

    $2,347 - $3,097

  • Bedrooms

    1 - 2 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 - 2 ba

  • Square Feet

    667 - 1,051 sq ft

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We offer Self-Guided Tours by Appointment Only. Embrace elegant East Bay living while enjoying the convenience you crave at Brio apartments in Walnut Creek, CA. Each of our one- and two-bedroom apartment homes offers the ideal combination of style and comfort with open-concept floor plans enhanced by soaring ceilings, tall windows, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Settle in and enjoy conveniences like central air conditioning, an in-unit washer and dryer, and your own private patio or balcony. Around our pet-friendly community, our amenities accent your luxurious lifestyle. Go for a dip in our resort-inspired pool or spa or catch some rays on our sundeck. Socialize with friends and neighbors by our outdoor fireplace or sip from temperature-controlled bottles in our resident wine lounge. Strike up some friendly competition in our recreation room or get in a quick workout in our state-of-the-art fitness center. At Brio, we have all your needs covered. Just outside our community, you will find our location is within easy reach of all that the Bay Area has to offer. Get back to nature with a stroll along Iron Horse Trail or a hike up Mt. Diablo, or spend your time exploring all the hidden gems of neighboring Oakland or San Francisco. Our location close to the Walnut Creek BART station and with easy access to bus lines and Interstate 680 makes getting around the area a breeze, though, with all we offer on-site, you may never want to leave home. Price reflected is base rent and does not include mandatory or optional fees. Detailed fee information and fee schedules can be found on the community's Leasing Info page on our Essex website.

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Highlights

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Controlled Access
  • Fireplace
  • Dog Park
  • Elevator
  • Balcony
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Business Center

Pricing & Floor Plans

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Thalia $2,347 – $2,459
1 Bed 1 Bath 667 Sq Ft
5 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 452
    price $2,459
    square feet 667
    availibility Now
  • Unit 221
    price $2,387
    square feet 667
    availibility Dec 8
  • Unit 288
    price $2,399
    square feet 667
    availibility Dec 19
  • Unit 258
    price $2,377
    square feet 667
    availibility Dec 20
  • Unit 117
    price $2,347
    square feet 667
    availibility Dec 27

Iris $2,437 – $2,489
1 Bed 1 Bath 766 Sq Ft
3 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 309
    price $2,467
    square feet 766
    availibility Dec 23
  • Unit 323
    price $2,489
    square feet 766
    availibility Dec 27
  • Unit 125
    price $2,437
    square feet 766
    availibility Dec 28
Cassia $2,987 – $3,087
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,020 Sq Ft
4 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 173
    price $2,997
    square feet 1,020
    availibility Now
  • Unit 381
    price $3,087
    square feet 1,020
    availibility Dec 9
  • Unit 200
    price $3,077
    square feet 1,020
    availibility Dec 10
  • Unit 239
    price $2,987
    square feet 1,020
    availibility Dec 15

Abelia $3,097
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,051 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 440
    price $3,097
    square feet 1,051
    availibility Dec 27
Thalia $2,347 – $2,459
1 Bed 1 Bath 667 Sq Ft
5 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 452
    price $2,459
    square feet 667
    availibility Now
  • Unit 221
    price $2,387
    square feet 667
    availibility Dec 8
  • Unit 288
    price $2,399
    square feet 667
    availibility Dec 19
  • Unit 258
    price $2,377
    square feet 667
    availibility Dec 20
  • Unit 117
    price $2,347
    square feet 667
    availibility Dec 27

Iris $2,437 – $2,489
1 Bed 1 Bath 766 Sq Ft
3 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 309
    price $2,467
    square feet 766
    availibility Dec 23
  • Unit 323
    price $2,489
    square feet 766
    availibility Dec 27
  • Unit 125
    price $2,437
    square feet 766
    availibility Dec 28
Cassia $2,987 – $3,087
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,020 Sq Ft
4 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 173
    price $2,997
    square feet 1,020
    availibility Now
  • Unit 381
    price $3,087
    square feet 1,020
    availibility Dec 9
  • Unit 200
    price $3,077
    square feet 1,020
    availibility Dec 10
  • Unit 239
    price $2,987
    square feet 1,020
    availibility Dec 15

Abelia $3,097
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,051 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 440
    price $3,097
    square feet 1,051
    availibility Dec 27
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        Charged per applicant.
        $48
    • Due at Move-In
      • Administrative Fee
        Charged per unit.
        $0
  • Dogs
      Restrictions:
      A deposit of $500 is required for up to 2 pets. We do not allow guardian dog breeds/crossbreeds, such as Alaskan Malamutes, Rottweilers, Doberman Pinschers, Pit Bulls, German Shepherds, Akitas, Bullmastiffs, Mastiffs, Wolf Dogs or any dog that the landlord believes is a related breed. Restrictions are subject to change without notice. Restrictions do not apply to dogs that aid disabled individuals for equal access to housing.
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      Pets must be spayed/neutered.
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    • Cats
        Restrictions:
        A deposit of $500 is required for up to 2 pets.
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        Pets must be spayed/neutered.
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      • Security Deposit - Non-Refundable
        Charged per unit.
        $0
      • Late Fee
        Charged per unit.
        $0

      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.

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      Lease Options

      • We have flexible lease terms and pricing to fit your needs!

      Property Information

      • Built in 2015
      • 300 units/4 stories

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      About Brio

      We offer Self-Guided Tours by Appointment Only. Embrace elegant East Bay living while enjoying the convenience you crave at Brio apartments in Walnut Creek, CA. Each of our one- and two-bedroom apartment homes offers the ideal combination of style and comfort with open-concept floor plans enhanced by soaring ceilings, tall windows, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Settle in and enjoy conveniences like central air conditioning, an in-unit washer and dryer, and your own private patio or balcony. Around our pet-friendly community, our amenities accent your luxurious lifestyle. Go for a dip in our resort-inspired pool or spa or catch some rays on our sundeck. Socialize with friends and neighbors by our outdoor fireplace or sip from temperature-controlled bottles in our resident wine lounge. Strike up some friendly competition in our recreation room or get in a quick workout in our state-of-the-art fitness center. At Brio, we have all your needs covered. Just outside our community, you will find our location is within easy reach of all that the Bay Area has to offer. Get back to nature with a stroll along Iron Horse Trail or a hike up Mt. Diablo, or spend your time exploring all the hidden gems of neighboring Oakland or San Francisco. Our location close to the Walnut Creek BART station and with easy access to bus lines and Interstate 680 makes getting around the area a breeze, though, with all we offer on-site, you may never want to leave home. Price reflected is base rent and does not include mandatory or optional fees. Detailed fee information and fee schedules can be found on the community's Leasing Info page on our Essex website.

      Brio is an apartment community located in Contra Costa County and the 94596 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Walnut Creek Elementary attendance zone.

      Unique Features

      • Parking
      • Barbecue area
      • Storage Units
      • Night Patrol
      • EV charging stations
      • Pet friendly
      • Bike storage
      • Outdoor firepit
      • Online resident portal
      • Resident lounge

      Contact

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      Language: English
      Open 9am - 6pm Today
      • Monday & Tuesday, 9am - 6pm
      • Wednesday, 10am - 6pm
      • Thursday - Saturday, 9am - 6pm
      • Sunday, Closed
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      Community Amenities

      Pool

      Fitness Center

      Elevator

      Clubhouse

      • Controlled Access
      • Maintenance on site
      • Elevator
      • Business Center
      • Clubhouse
      • Fitness Center
      • Spa
      • Pool
      • Dog Park

      Apartment Features

      Washer/Dryer

      Air Conditioning

      Dishwasher

      Hardwood Floors

      • Washer/Dryer
      • Air Conditioning
      • Security System
      • Double Vanities
      • Fireplace
      • Dishwasher
      • Stainless Steel Appliances
      • Pantry
      • Microwave
      • Refrigerator
      • Quartz Countertops
      • Hardwood Floors
      • Recreation Room
      • Linen Closet
      • Balcony
      Location Get Directions
      Schools Restaurants Groceries Coffee Banks Shops Fitness
      Amenities
      • Controlled Access
      • Maintenance on site
      • Elevator
      • Business Center
      • Clubhouse
      • Dog Park
      • Fitness Center
      • Spa
      • Pool
      • Parking
      • Barbecue area
      • Storage Units
      • Night Patrol
      • EV charging stations
      • Pet friendly
      • Bike storage
      • Outdoor firepit
      • Online resident portal
      • Resident lounge
      • Washer/Dryer
      • Air Conditioning
      • Security System
      • Double Vanities
      • Fireplace
      • Dishwasher
      • Stainless Steel Appliances
      • Pantry
      • Microwave
      • Refrigerator
      • Quartz Countertops
      • Hardwood Floors
      • Recreation Room
      • Linen Closet
      • Balcony
      Expenses
      Recurring
      Cat Rent $50
      Dog Rent $75
      One-Time
      Cat Fee $0
      Cat Deposit $500
      Dog Fee $0
      Dog Deposit $500
      Office Hours
      Monday 9am - 6pm
      Tuesday 9am - 6pm
      Wednesday 10am - 6pm
      Thursday 9am - 6pm
      Friday 9am - 6pm
      Saturday 9am - 6pm
      Sunday Closed
      925-678-6117
      Neighborhood

      Downtown Walnut Creek is the cultural heart of the city of Walnut Creek. Bounded by Interstate 680 to the west and Iron Horse Regional Trail to the east, Downtown Walnut Creek offers an eclectic blend of amenities and small-town feel that will make residents feel right at home. You’ll find terrific restaurants, coffee shops, local shops, and even luxury big-box stores at the southern end of Main Street. The Lesher Center for the Arts anchors the arts and culture scene of Walnut Creek.

      Those looking to rent in Downtown Walnut Creek will find mid-rise apartments and new live-work spaces in the growing downtown area. Most rentals can be found just outside downtown and range from single-family homes to luxurious apartments. Oakland is just a 20-minute drive west, putting residents close to the rest of the Bay Area.

      Learn more about living in Downtown Walnut Creek 
      Education
      Colleges & Universities Distance
      Colleges & Universities Distance
      Diablo Valley, Pleasant Hill
      Drive: 12 min 5.2 mi
      Saint Marys Coll. of Calif.
      Drive: 17 min 7.3 mi
      UC Berkeley
      Drive: 25 min 14.9 mi
      Mills College
      Drive: 28 min 18.6 mi
      Brio is within 12 minutes or 5.2 miles from Diablo Valley, Pleasant Hill. It is also near Saint Marys Coll. of Calif. and UC Berkeley.
      Schools
      • Public Schools
      • Private Schools
      Buena Vista Elementary
      Public Elementary School
      Grades K-5
      466 Students
      Attendance Zone
      Fair Oaks Elementary
      Public Elementary School
      Grades K-5
      317 Students
      Nearby
      Sun Terrace Elementary
      Public Elementary School
      Grades K-5
      364 Students
      Nearby
      Bollinger Canyon Elementary
      Public Elementary School
      Grades K-5
      497 Students
      Nearby
      Walnut Creek Intermediate
      Public Middle School
      Grades 6-8
      985 Students
      Attendance Zone
      Las Lomas High
      Public High School
      Grades 9-12
      1,571 Students
      Attendance Zone
      S.T.A.R.S. School
      Private Elementary School
      Grades K-3
      Nearby
      Walnut Creek Christian Academy
      Private Elementary & Middle School
      Grades PK-8
      259 Students
      Nearby
      Oro School
      Private Middle School
      Grades 7
      Nearby
      Futures Academy - Walnut Creek
      Private Middle & High School
      Grades 6-12
      Nearby
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      Transportation

      Transportation options available in Walnut Creek include Walnut Creek Station, located 0.8 mile from Brio. Brio is near Metro Oakland International, located 24.7 miles or 34 minutes away, and San Francisco International, located 36.7 miles or 52 minutes away.

      Transit / Subway Distance
      Transit / Subway Distance
      Walnut Creek Station
      Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
      Pleasant Hill Station
      Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
      Lafayette Station
      Drive: 7 min 4.7 mi
      Concord Station
      Drive: 11 min 6.1 mi
      North Concord Martinez Station
      Drive: 12 min 7.7 mi
      Commuter Rail Distance
      Commuter Rail Distance
      Martinez
      Drive: 17 min 11.6 mi
      Emeryville
      Drive: 24 min 16.1 mi
      Oakland
      Drive: 24 min 17.8 mi
      Berkeley
      Drive: 27 min 19.7 mi
      Antioch-Pittsburg
      Drive: 28 min 20.4 mi
      Airports Distance
      Airports Distance
      Metro Oakland International
      Drive: 34 min 24.7 mi
      San Francisco International
      Drive: 52 min 36.7 mi
      Very Walkable
      83
      Walk Score®
      Out of 100
      If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
      Good Transit
      52
      Transit Score®
      Out of 100
      The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
      Bikeable
      59
      Bike Score®
      Out of 100
      While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
      Active
      68
      Soundscore™
      Out of 100

      Traffic:

      Busy

      Airport:

      Calm

      Businesses:

      Busy

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      Points of Interest

      Time and distance from Brio.

      Shopping Centers Distance
      Shopping Centers Distance
      Automotive Center
      Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
      Parkside Business Center
      Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
      Locust Street Mall
      Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
      Brio has 3 shopping centers within 0.8 mile, which is about a 14-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
      Parks and Recreation Distance
      Parks and Recreation Distance
      Butterfly Habitat Gardens
      Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
      Civic Park
      Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
      Contra Costa Canal Regional Trail
      Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
      Howe Homestead Park
      Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
      Gardens at Heather Farm
      Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
      Brio has 5 parks within 1.8 miles, including Butterfly Habitat Gardens, Civic Park, and Contra Costa Canal Regional Trail.
      Hospitals Distance
      Hospitals Distance
      John Muir Medical Center - Walnut Creek Campus
      Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
      Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Walnut Creek
      Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
      John Muir Medical Center - Concord Campus
      Drive: 10 min 6.6 mi
      Brio has 3 hospitals within 6.6 miles, the nearest is John Muir Medical Center - Walnut Creek Campus which is 1.4 miles away and a 3 minute drive.
       
       

      Property Ratings at Brio

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      Building ratings are based on this community’s features, including the building design, construction, exterior spaces, and amenities. To learn more about the CoStar Building Rating System, refer to our official guidelines here.
      4.6
      Great
      Out of 5

      4.6 Blended Score

      48 Renter Reviews

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      8/4/23
      Poor management

      Do yourself a favor and dont bother to move in here! Management is totally ignorant of ongoing issues with apartment such as packages being stolen all the time, mold in the bathroom and bedroom, false fire alarms during midnight!

      Property Manager at Brio, Responded To This Review

      We appreciate your feedback. We are diligently working to resolve the package issues, including adding a new more secure package room. We would love to have a chance to connect directly with you and get to know more about your specific issues. -Essex Resident Relations Team

      5/4/22
      Looks Good Until You Move In

      This place has a lot of problems. We just moved out and we’re happy to do so. The management company is horrible and inattentive. Constant property theft including mail room, package room and garage are all an issue. Fire alarms that ring for no reason in the middle of the night with late night evacuations. Poor security patrols. The place smells like a medical marijuana haven. Exterior security elements are broken. Dirty trash rooms and broken equipment in the gym. Pool and common area furniture ripped, mismatched or falling apart. Dog pee in hallways with stained carpets. Guests constantly access the garage by following in resident vehicles entering the garage and park in resident stalls. Most residents are unhappy, please check for yourself by checking out the Brio’s resident Facebook site for your own glimpse into this little house of horrors.

      7/19/19
      Complete Joke

      Lipstick on a pig. If negative stars were an option, this place sure earned them. Don't let The Brio apartments fool you with their "amenities". Constantly missing and or broken pool table sticks, broken table top soccer for 1.5 years, garage gate ALWAYS goes down leaving the whole complex unsecured, fire alarms randomly going off for hours, bandaids left by the pool, cockroaches running by your feet at night and if your lucky the occasional rat will scurry by as well. This place is unfortunately COMPLETELY mismanaged. There are a ton of options in Walnut Creek, don't make the same mistake we did! Save your time and money!

      5/14/19
      After having visited... (Verified Renter)

      After having visited 50 odd apartment complexes all over the Bay area, I finally chose Brio for it exceeds every requirement one may have - walking distance to downtown, best-in-class amenities, large sized units, best appliances/fixtures, and to top it all - the best management team hands down.

      4/24/19
      the cleanliness, ease... (Verified Renter)

      the cleanliness, ease of the community and perks of living there.

      4/24/19
      Lots of ala... (Verified Renter)

      Lots of ala carts fees (high $ app fee , carpet cleaning fee,

      3/27/19
      Rent is a... (Verified Renter)

      Rent is a little high, and we don't want to increase our renewal rate

      3/26/19
      Very loud if... (Verified Renter)

      Very loud if you live under anyone. You can hear neighbors just walking around.

      3/25/19
      It's convenient based... (Verified Renter)

      It's convenient based on freeway access/bart and the living style is definitely more affordable than most apartments in the area.

      2/25/19
      Main things are... (Verified Renter)

      Main things are price and location which depend on the person

      2/17/19
      I believe that... (Verified Renter)

      I believe that the price point of these apartments (beautiful as they are) are slightly over-priced. This complex likely would have been our choice if it was priced 150$-250$ less per month.

      2/13/19
      The overall environment... (Verified Renter)

      The overall environment is very comfortable to live with. The people in the office are very helpful.

      2/7/19
      I liked the... (Verified Renter)

      I liked the apartment and community my only object to the complex was the influx of affordable housing clients. Which in my opinion should not have happened

      1/5/19
      Things I would... (Verified Renter)

      Things I would not recommend: 1. almost the whole part of this living area smells bad. Most likely from dog pee. 2. fire alarm have turned on three or four times in half year, which is frequent. One time it was turned on at 6:30 or 7:00 in the morning. It is horrible to wake up by this annoying and super loud alarm.

      12/15/18
      The biggest issue... (Verified Renter)

      The biggest issue I have is the noise from the apartments above (including TWO floors up).

      12/13/18
      Its fresh and... (Verified Renter)

      Its fresh and new with a real good vibe. I really like the amenities and the location. Super nice community and so very clean. I was most impressed that the community has staff maintaining the property 7 days a week. That is a huge plus for me. I am a perfectionist and I expect my surrounding to be in top notch condition and this place is definitely that.

      12/3/18
      Our whole experience... (Verified Renter)

      Our whole experience from our initial walk through back in September to moving in early December has been so well managed by the office personnel, mainly Cecelia. Thank you so much for your exceptional customer service.

      10/28/18
      I would recommend... (Verified Renter)

      I would recommend this apartment to my friends. So far, i moved into my apartment for over a month. The only thing i wish is that other lessor do not put their garbage in their front door since Friday. When i had a few friends came over visiting and saw a bag of garbage across from my unit looks bad. I did called the office to notified the management and yet no action.

      Property Manager at Brio, Responded To This Review

      Hello and thank you for your recommendation! Your comfort is important to us and our team is always more than happy to help. If you come across any inconveniences in the future, please don't hesitate to visit us at our office.

      10/25/18
      The Bro functions... (Verified Renter)

      The Bro functions very efficiently, has an excellent staff, an excellent location and excellent favorites.

      Property Manager at Brio, Responded To This Review

      Hello and thank you for highlighting our wonderful team! We're grateful to have residents like yourself that go the extra length to let us know how happy they are at Brio. We appreciate your encouraging words and look forward to continuing to provide you with a 5-star experience!

      10/18/18
      Newer, not too... (Verified Renter)

      Newer, not too big, not too small number of units. Facilities have everything one could need. Close to Walnut Creek a very big plus. I would not have considered if far from Walnut Creek

      Property Manager at Brio, Responded To This Review

      Hello and thank you for giving us a 5-star rating! You're right, our prime location and awesome amenities definitely set us apart from the rest. We're thrilled that you're happy at Brio and we will definitely keep up the great work!

      7/27/18
      Noticed some roaches... (Verified Renter)

      Noticed some roaches please make sure that doesn?t get out of hand or an exodus will happen.

      Property Manager at Brio, Responded To This Review

      Thank you for your review. We are disappointed to hear that you have experienced issues with pests and would be more than happy to resolve these matters for your promptly. When you have a moment please contact our Community Manager, Ashley directly at brioaptsmgr@pinnacleliving.com, we look forward to resolving your concerns.

      7/9/18
      We really love... (Verified Renter)

      We really love our home and love living at Brio, but the application process was really frustrating. It took us much longer than expected to receive our lease and the office staff did not communicate regularly with us. I understand that Brio was migrating leasing systems but more regular status updates would have reduced our overall anxiety and concern about receiving a lease. Also, we were not told about additional pet rent prior to receiving the lease. We indicated when we toured the property and in our application that we had a dog that would be moving with us.

      Property Manager at Brio, Responded To This Review

      Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted to hear that you are loving your new home here at Brio. However, we'd like to apologize for the lack of follow-up on our part in regards to your application process and the miscommunication about pet rent. We appreciate your patience during our transition and look forward to providing nothing but excellence for the remainder of your stay.

      7/1/18
      The Brio was... (Verified Renter)

      The Brio was great! I just work in San Francisco and the commute got to be too much. Would recommend the building to anyone looking in Walnut Creek!

      Property Manager at Brio, Responded To This Review

      Hello, Thank you for the fantastic review of Brio! You are missed in our community and we appreciate your valuable time in recommending us.

      5/27/18
      Noise is an... (Verified Renter)

      Noise is an issue. Residents let their kids scream in the courtyard during the day, they leave their apartment open or let their dogs bark, people play loud music, etc. Parking is not enforced at all, people park wherever they want all day and night, this is not fair to residents that pay for extra spots. The other big issue is parking. Guest parking abused by residents is rampant and people frequently park in our reserved spot because no guest parking exists. There are numerous residents that park in guest every day or park in the handicap spaces on each floor with no permit.

      Property Manager at Brio, Responded To This Review

      Dear Resident, thank you for bringing your concerns to our attention. We aim to provide residents with an ideal community to call home so we're disappointed to hear that we're not meeting those expectations. We'd love the chance to speak with you about your experience and take the necessary steps to make you happier at our community. When you have a moment, please visit our office. We hope to speak with you soon.

      5/22/18
      The noise level... (Verified Renter)

      The noise level is higher than I expected; the mess with the trash and recycling is not what I expected. What makes it all tolerable is the incredible staff here.

      Property Manager at Brio, Responded To This Review

      Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. While we're delighted that you've had such great experiences with our team, we're disappointed to know that we're not exceeding all of your expectations. When you have a moment, please visit our office to go over your concerns in more detail. We want residents to enjoy living at our community and are here to help.

      5/22/18
      The noise level... (Verified Renter)

      The noise level is higher than I expected; the mess with the trash and recycling is not what I expected. What makes it all tolerable is the incredible staff here.

      5/1/18
      Would recommend -... (Verified Renter)

      Would recommend - price, amenities, social aspect, cleanliness, security, apartment size, parking availability, package delivery, very nice staff and office area, staging was beautiful Would not recommend - the spacious very nice unit with the corner view had condensation on the ceiling in the bathroom; suggested that I may have maintenance issues.

      Property Manager at Brio, Responded To This Review

      Thank you so much for sharing your recommendation. We're overjoyed to know that you enjoy so many aspects of life at Brio. If you should ever run into any issues, please don't hesitate to visit our office or contact our manager at brioaptsmgr@pinnacleliving.com. Thanks again for your review and we look forward to continuing to provide you with a great living experience!

      5/1/18
      At this point... (Verified Renter)

      At this point I would not recommend Brio. We are having difficulties completing the lease via the internet - link doesn?t work. Have called the office and emailed on numerous occasions, but the phone is never answered and I can get no resolution.

      Property Manager at Brio, Responded To This Review

      We're sorry to hear you weren't been able to get ahold of us. If you have any questions or are running into any issues, please reach out to our manager at brioaptsmgr@pinnacleliving.com. Again, we apologize for this inconvenience and look forward to making it up to you.

      3/13/18
      Has lived up... (Verified Renter)

      Has lived up to the sales and marketing promises. Friendly but not too friendly. Neighbors have similar lifestyles

      Property Manager at Brio, Responded To This Review

      Thank you for choosing Brio as your home. We're delighted to know that you've been enjoying your stay and we look forward to continuing to provide you with a 5-star experience!

      2/22/18
      the joy of... (Verified Renter)

      the joy of living somewhere is usually found in the small things and the attention to the level of detail. I am pleased with the responsiveness and professionalism and treating each request as important.

      Property Manager at Brio, Responded To This Review

      Dear Resident, thank you for your awesome review! Our team works diligently to provide the best service, so we are very proud that your feedback highlights our efforts. Thank you for choosing Brio!

      1/9/18
      Very nice apartment,... (Verified Renter)

      Very nice apartment, the grounds and amenities are very well maintained and I’ve had nothing but outstanding service from the staff.

      Property Manager at Brio, Responded To This Review

      Dear Resident, Your comfort is our priority so we're more than happy to provide you with outstanding service. We appreciate your amazing feedback and we look forward to continuing to provide you with a wonderful home!

      12/29/17
      It has the... (Verified Renter)

      It has the right balance of amenities and location in Walnut Creek and to be able to commute to work on BART. It's nice to be able to walk to downtown Walnut Creek and also the Iron Horse Trail across the street is a big benefit.

      12/25/17
      Very well-maintained and... (Verified Renter)

      Very well-maintained and managed BUT please figure out a different way to test the smoke alarms. Screeching ALl DAY LONG

      10/24/17
      Me and my... (Verified Renter)

      Me and my family are extremely happy with apartment, apartment building, amenities, office personnel and maintenance staff. I'm saying you a big "Thank you" for making our living here so beautiful! The only two things that were not satisfactory for our family are coming from the neighbors, though possibly could be solved by office personnel: 1) tenants keep walking dogs inside the apartments territory, regularly leaving dogs waste and urine smell at the nice landscapes and even at public amenities like fireplace; 2) guest parking lots always seem to be occupied.

      10/24/17
      Me and my... (Verified Renter)

      Me and my family are extremely happy with apartment, apartment building, amenities, office personnel and maintenance staff. I'm saying you a big "Thank you" for making our living here so beautiful! The only two things that were not satisfactory for our family are coming from the neighbors, though possibly could be solved by office personnel: 1) tenants keep walking dogs inside the apartments territory, regularly leaving dogs waste and urine smell at the nice landscapes and even at public amenities like fireplace; 2) guest parking lots always seem to be occupied.

      10/20/17
      Yes, Over all... (Verified Renter)

      Yes, Over all It's a beautiful facility! I liked it more than Lyric. All of my friends who visit me are Wowed by the complex.

      10/20/17
      Over all It's... (Verified Renter)

      Over all It's a beautiful facility! I liked it more than Lyric. All of my friends who visit me are Wowed by the complex.

      10/17/17
      The two things... (Verified Renter)

      The two things that I would not recommend is that face that the courtyard layout can be noisy to the pool facing apartments until 10pm. Also, the trash pick up should be 7 days a week. I recommend everything else. The staff is great and the apartment to apartment noise is really great (no noise)

      10/4/17
      I like that... (Verified Renter)

      I like that it is dog friendly, but the building needs to do more to "encourage" dog owners to pick up after their pets, even in the dog park.

      7/18/17
      It's a great... (Verified Renter)

      It's a great place. However, Some of the views were not too exciting and the price did not reflect this. I expected lower rent prices for less than desirable views.

      Property Manager at Brio, Responded To This Review

      Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. We have a wonderful community here at Brio and we’d love the opportunity to show you that. Please give us a call at (925) 937-2746 so that we may connect you with one of our leasing professionals and tour available homes with a view.

      5/9/17
      2 issues. 1... (Verified Renter)

      2 issues. 1 minor, 1 major Major - Kids and Drunk 'kids'. I work from home, and my girlfriend is in grad school. With our apartment facing the pool, we expected some noise, but not to the degree that it's been. You'd think weekdays would be tame, but there are constantly people screaming, yelling, kids crying, etc. The windows aren't thick enough to block that all out. I'm sure you've heard this. It really is hard to call this place home when it feels like a hotel Minor - The fire alarms! The ones in our place go off whenever we cook, even if it's in the microwave!! Weird. The big fire alarms haven't been an issue since we moved in though.

      Property Manager at Brio, Responded To This Review

      We want residents to enjoy the comfort of their homes and we’re disappointed to read that you’ve faced inconveniences during your time here. If you’re currently experiencing any issues with noise, please give us a call at (925) 937-2746 so that we may accommodate you in any way we can.

      5/2/17
      We loved the... (Verified Renter)

      We loved the apartments! We just are not looking to move just yet, and we are hoping there will be openings when we are looking to move

      Property Manager at Brio, Responded To This Review

      Thank you for your interest in Brio! If you have any additional questions about leasing at our community, please contact us at (925) 937-2746.

      1/10/17
      Great amenities, great... (Verified Renter)

      Great amenities, great units, great location, great staff. Only downside is that it is pricey. We can rent a house nearby for the same price.

      Property Manager at Brio, Responded To This Review

      Brio is a wonderful community to call home and we’re delighted that you agree! Thank you for highlighting our amenities, location and team.

      1/5/17
      It has been... (Verified Renter)

      It has been a very positive experience living here (that is why we have renewed our lease twice). We absolutely love living here and recommend it to anyone who says they are looking for a place in this area.

      Property Manager at Brio, Responded To This Review

      Dear Resident, thank you for your 5-star review! We are so pleased to receive your recommendation and are confident that you will continue to enjoy your time with us here at Brio.

      9/26/16
      Not recommended

      I've been a resident at Brio for almost a year and a half... moved here from SF due to my current work commute. I've lived in multiple "luxury" condos and apartments in major cities over the last 20 years, and I have to say this is the worst experience I've ever had. This is definitely not a "luxury" building for starters - I suppose that's subjective based on what you know (or don't know). More importantly though, since I've been here, there have been a multitude of issues: - Lack of hot water on several occasions - Poorly managed coordination of water meter installs inside our units (apparently they neglected to install them during construction) - Black residue on apartment fixtures and my pet's water bowl - which I believe is coming from the vents (this was communicated to management and it was ignored) - Garage security gate left open/unfixed multiple times - Bikes stolen - Bike storage locks changed without notifying residents (so we subsequently couldn't access our bikes) - A multitude of false fire alarms - Lack of guest parking - and promises to resolve the issue to no avail. I was told in previous months to have guests park on the upper floor when no "guest" spots are available at ground level (which is almost always)... following this guidance led to my friend's car being towed. I recently spoke with Mandy in the management office regarding the lack of follow up and communication to residents regarding the guest parking issue. When I asked for assistance on this matter, Mandy was extremely rude and combative, and even went so far as to insinuate that I was lying about the guidance I had been given previously... basically provided no assistance at all and treated a resident with complete disrespect and a total lack of customer service. It's been quite the experience living here. I wouldn't recommend moving here if you're considering it. I've never experienced such incompetency and poor management in general - and the utter lack of customer service is unacceptable.

      9/26/15
      It is Home!

      The Brio is my new home - and it really feels like home. Amenities are wonderful. Although I share walls with neighbors, I would never know from sounds as it is always quiet - great walls!

      9/4/15
      Title

      This is a new complex, so the interior is upgraded. My apartment overlooks the lane into the complex, so it is pretty quiet. You can hear the neighbors above if they stomp around too much or have their music up loud, but for the most part it is pretty quiet where I am. The service from the leasing office is hit or miss. There are some there who are very nice and helpful, and others who clearly lack any customer service skills. I believe they are changing management, so hopefully it will get better. I have had two maintenance issues, but just common things for a new building. The maintenance guy (I can't remember his name!) is very friendly and helpful. He was quick to respond and correct the issues. The gated community is both good and not so good. You need a sensor to get into the garage or into the complex on foot. There is no code you can give guests so they either need to follow someone in or they have to use the call box to call you. The leasing office, if they are open, will let people come through that way, so if you have guests or a pet sitter, etc they can get in through there. They do quite a few community activities such as hosting wine tastings and other similar events. Overall, this is a good place to live, if you're willing to pay the pricey rent to do so. I work close by, so it works well for me.

      8/31/15
      New facility but with faults

      Nice to be in a new building but sound proofing is terrible and overpriced

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      Does Brio have in-unit laundry?

      Brio has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.

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      Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

      Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

      Brio has one to two bedrooms with rent ranges from $2,347/mo. to $3,097/mo.

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      Yes, Brio welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.

      How much income do I need to rent at Brio?

      A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $2,347 for a one bedroom, you would need to earn about $84,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Try our Rent Affordability Calculator to see how much rent fits your income and lifestyle.

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      Brio is offering Specials for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $2,347.

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