All 16 tenant reviews.

“I wish I could give it ZERO stars! Their maintenance and security team work together to rob the residents. They steal from the garages and the storages. The management knows and does nothing because they are all related and immigrants as well. One of the residents was robbed THREE times and they have yet to do anything or even arrest the maintenance and security. Keep in mind these butt wipes are on camera, full face showing AND with their work shirts on. They wait until you leave the garage and steal. PLEASE don't rent here for your own safety! This building pretends to be safe, but all the dirty work is all an inside job!”

“AVA is a friendly, well designed, high end neighborhood. It is very pet friendly and not all of the residents are college students (unusual in downtown). It is convenient to all of downtown L.A., Little Tokyo, and the thriving Arts District. The maintenance crew is excellent and the office staff is unobtrusive and always responsive.”

“After visiting eight places in Downtown LA I think AVA Little Tokyo is an excellent option in terms of rent-quality adjusted criteria. Staff is very friendly and highly efficient and the apartments are really new and well maintained. The area is quiet for downtown and I have the impression that many more shops will start popping up soon.”

“The AVA is a new and shiny complex with a really capable and friendly resident staff. The maintenance crew is attentive and seems to really care about their work. Everything works pretty much as it is supposed to, and the general population of residents is professional and respectful. Downtown LA is very costly these days, and the AVA is a fair value for the price. The units are compact but pretty well laid out, and the fixtures and appliances are nice. Nothing looks shoddy or low end. The location is awesome and the parking garage is roomy and well lit, which means a lot around here! The small downsides are: the overly sensitive smoke alarms- they can be activated from just a hot oven and every single night you can hear one in the complex going off, and the way you can smell the cooking of all the other units through the ventilation. The construction next door and across the street is a constant and really oppressive noise, and the extreme amount of dust and soot it generates is frustrating and seems unhealthy. We will most likely move at the end of our term just because of that. :(”

“Ava is a new complex, built in Little Tokyo, that is walking distance to a good amount of restaurants and bars. The rent prices reflect that newness and convenience. The community grounds are nice, and there is a two level gym. Amenities are on par with other comparably priced complexes in the area.”

“AVA Little Tokyo is a wonderful complex. Great customer service with management always available 6 days a week makes life easier - safe - and friendly. Staff is hard working - so the complex is really kept clean which I also love.”

“The community is very well kept. The staff are very friendly. I would never live by the pool area again. Often times there are people out in the pool area being loud and obnoxious during quiet hours.”

“I like the 24 hour gym and also the happy hour events. The people that live here are pretty awesome and I like all the office people too. Downtown is definitely changing and I'm happy I live in the heart of Little Tokyo”

“Love this community and the amenities it has. Really like the roof deck and also the chill lounge. The pool is rarely ever busy and the maintenance always makes it look nice and clean. Office staff is very helpful and friendly.”

“All things considered, AVA Little Tokyo is one of the best apartments in DTLA. Located in a hip and developing area of the city, various great restaurants, cafes, bars and grocery stores are within walking distance. Units themselves are extremely modern compared to all other apartments in the area, including late model appliances and kitchen designs, bathrooms, washer/dryers and air-conditioning. The apartment complex is clean, vibrant and energetic, with great amenities including one of the best 24/7 gyms I've personally seen in a residential complex, cool study/hangout areas and a pool with a good amount of sun chairs. A little pricier than other apartments in the area, but you get what you pay for. Lastly, staff are legitimately helpful and responsive to any problems, the lease-signing and move-in process was incredibly smooth and stress-free also.”

“AVA is a new and nice complex located in the beginning of Little Tokyo, DTLA. There are great amenities here and it is within walking distance to many stores/food. Price is on the high side but you do get great amenities. Dog friendly community with a Dog Park located within a few minutes walk up 2nd street by LAPD headquarters. New construction is going on constantly with the building up of little tokyo.”

“Fun place to live but it still has it's problems that need to be fixed. No dog park and constantly having to deal with people not picking up after their pets. It's a good place to live and it's close to everything but not someplace I would recommend at the moment.”

“Living at the Ava Little Tokyo is actually really nice. The amenities and community programs they provide are awesome. However, the tenants can be a little pretentious at times and the college kids can make the community feel like a frat house. All in all, its not so bad but i should warn you that this is not ideally quiet.”

“Over all the community is great, clean, and was easy to move in. Rent can be automatically paid online and the amenities are great. The staff is very responsive of any concerns, we had a problem with our AC unit and they came out that day and had it fixed.”

“I have enjoyed living at Ava Little Tokyo. The complex is conveniently located within walking distance of grocery stores and nightlife, and the neighbors are friendly. The building amenities are well cared for and the staff is prompt in responding to any issues or requests. What more could you ask for?”

“The place was opened before it was ready. They over promised and underdelivered. Way overpriced and security is horrible. The apartment I live in is nice. If I never opened the door I would be happy.”