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2050 Kettner , San Diego, CA - Waterfront Lofts Jonathan Segal Metrolofts Metro Lofts Water Front

Waterfront Lofts Jonathan Segal Metrolofts Metro Lofts Water Front
2050 Kettner
San Diego, CA


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I live at Waterfront Lofts Little Italy Downtown San Diego Jonathan Segal Metrolofts Metro Lofts Water Front Managed by APS Management built by Del Mar Pacific with several addresses on Hawthorn and Kettner blvd. Main address 2050 Kettner blvd Simply put , this “luxury” building has no water. The plumbing has been bad from the beginning but due to neglect it is now to the point where we are forced to call management when we want the water turned on. There is no end in sight. The plumber CAN NOT FIX THIS HUGE PROBLEM. The only luxury here is a hot shower. Yes, I've called every city, state and government official but they are frightened because after investigating, I found out the complex bypassed laws to be built and they all had a hand in it. If the complex is reprimanded they will be also. It's like freeing an innocent man , if he is proven innocent it makes the prosecution team look bad. In addition to Plumbing, the Electricity is a cause for concern. My computer was fried ( i had no surge protection) there are intermittent sewer and pet odors, horrific termites, poorly kept grounds, parking space disputes, constant repair, remodeling, renovation noise and Saturday morning biker gangs at the Waterfront Bar & Grill. I'm not here to vent. lol I am only here to warn potential buyers. The so called "inspector" will not be liable for not warning you. Read the fine print. An inspector will only check your unit not the building's plumbing, electricity etc. and if the water is off or the Hot water is off, the Real Estate agent will tell you "it's temporary". I'm always amazed to see these repulsive real estate agents parading unsuspecting victims through the complex trying to sell them a condo with no plumbing. BUYER BEWARE not fit to live in.

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    Owned a unit in this building

    Reviewed on May 28 2011

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"I like living at the
Waterfront"

Anyone seeking information about the Waterfront Lofts should know this first. There is one bitter resident going to every site they can and posting multiple negative reviews often under different names. Those views are not held by the rest of us residents. Most of this person’s complaints are obvious lies and hyperbole which anyone can see through, but just in case, here are the facts. We’re in Little Italy, a great neighborhood with restaurants, galleries and by the harbor. These are not luxury condos, but urban lofts. Our utilities work fine. We had a brief problem with the boiler/hot water. We had plumbers, then a boiler tech come fix it. Hot water was never out more than brief periods. There has not been a single outage since and it was the only one in my 5 years here. Saying we have “no water” is ridiculously absurd. We have a very responsive HOA board, who IS elected. They work diligently to resolve any problems broached. We have a tight-knit, friendly and engaged community with good attendance at the Association meetings. The person posting the 1 star reviews (and, yes, we know who it is because there is only this one) has never attended a single meeting. I have no personal interest in whether people choose to buy here, other than hoping they are cool, friendly people who can play well with others. My interest is countering the lies about our community, because the rest of us love it here.

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unregistered user on May 29 2011:
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    Reviewed on Apr 14 2011

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"LOVE living in this great
complex"

I couldn't say enough great things about living in the Waterfront Lofts. We have amazing neighbors, we live in one of the most desirable downtown neighborhoods, the architecture of the building is magnificent and we live right on the bay. We were having issues with our boiler a few months ago due to a faulty valve. The one plumber that we called in did not know what they were doing, and were unable to fix the problem. After realizing that they didn't know how to fix it, a specialist was called in and we have had hot water ever since. Our grounds are well kept, we have a gardener come once a week to maintain the plants and many of the involved owners take time during their days to go around and pick up any garbage that has been left on the property, or they attend board meetings to give their thoughts on ways that we can improve the overall appearance. As for the "biker gangs" at the waterfront bar, if you are purchasing a condo here at the waterfront, I highly recommend going to the bar on a weekend. You will see that these biker gangs, are groups of great guys who are just getting breakfast before heading out for a ride, or are just getting back. I was never told I was buying a "luxury condo" upon moving in, and with our EXTREMELY reasonable hoa dues, that is not at all what I was expecting. But we do have a great community, amazing neighbors, and live in one of the most beautiful and friendly neighborhoods in the city.

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    Rented a unit in this building

    Reviewed on Feb 25 2011

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"I did not want to lower
the property value ony
warn New buyers"

in addition to the initial complaints, the HOA fees are no longer LOW. The board continues to raise them. That was a main selling point in this building. I was under the impression that The fees WERE low because there was no gym, pool etc. The Low HOA fees were suppose to cover Cleaning up and landscaping but both are non existent. The building is not clean and the landscaping is terrible. If the money is not used for the building's water & electrically systems and not used for the exterior maintenance or pest control, what is it used for ?

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unregistered user on May 29 2011:
HOA dues are at $175 average, up from a $140 average 5 years ago. They cover hot and cold water, landscaping, trash pick up, recycling, exterior maintenance, insurance, pest control, electrical gate, gate entry system, etc. No pool or gym is on site. If $175 is high, then please show us one complex that has lower dues.

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    Reviewed on Feb 25 2011

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"Thanks for the warning"

We had some of the same issues at another Jonathan Segal Abomination.

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    Reviewed on Feb 25 2011

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"Warning very Frustrating
!!!!!Do Not But Here "

I understand the owners wanting to protect their investment but this site is to warn people about problem condos and this condo has many problems.

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unregistered user on May 27 2011:
No, this site is not to warn people, it is to provide an honest evaluation. It is certainly not for venting and spreading falsehoods.

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    Rented a unit in this building

    Reviewed on Feb 25 2011

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"What a Dump and the
People are Oblivious to
Poor Conditions"

I have a friend living there and I loved the location when i was there. I was reading the comments about the view. lol lol What good is a harbor view without the basics. I can name several other problems besides water outages. From what I was told the "HOA" 2 board members secretly appointed themselves without informing the other owners. Now everyone is stuck with them and the problems associated with a dictatorship.

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unregistered user on May 27 2011:
You were told wrong (or just making it up). We have Association meetings and board elections.
unregistered user on May 29 2011:
Attend the meetings and you would know we have elections.

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    Reviewed on Feb 25 2011

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"I use to live there
Sounds like it's much
Worst "

Yes, they had bad plumbing and poor management but it seems to be getting worst. I considered buying there when I was a renter but I declined. I'm happy i did.

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unregistered user on May 27 2011:
This is the same person writing all of the 1 star reviews

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    Reviewed on Feb 20 2011

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"About Waterfront Lofts"

I understand your frustration with the issues you mentioned but I think that's due to a lack of awareness or experience in condo living. Many more serious problems occur in numerous expensive high rises in Downtown San Diego. However, we are fortunate to have a dedicated HOA that is both responsible and responsive to solving these problems. Also, you forgot to mention our outstanding views of San Diego Harbor, the uniqueness of each unit and a great neighborhood community to live in.

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unregistered user on February 25 2011:
I've lived in homes and condos all over the US and the world and I was always warned of water outages and I never had to take a cold shower in my life.
unregistered user on May 29 2011:
Notices for planned water outages are 7 days in advance.

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    Reviewed on Feb 19 2011

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"NotStretchingOnSunday"

I live at The Waterfront Condos and Love it! I beleive Sundaystretch is STRETCHING things. The building is under major renovation and yes there is construction, it will be done soon & better for it. All buildings have issues, the HOA is working dilligently to resolve them. It is downtown so yes there are odors & noises. Biker Gangs? If you consider working professionals in their 40s-60s who ride a Harley to Saturday BRUNCH a gang. Plumbing issues, yes the contractor is doing major renovations. I have hot water & no eletrical problems (electronic maufacturers recommend surge protectors). Termites, we live in SAN DIEGO, the HOA is getting bids to get rid of them. Everyone should check out a place before buying or moving in to make sure it is for them. Sounds as if someone should have before they did. Buyer Beware? Not necessarily, just make sure it is for you.

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unregistered user on February 25 2011:
Yes, Make sure it's for you. If you don't mind not having water half the time , it's for you.

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