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The Hayden

$2,097 – $2,973/mo

486 Morello Avenue, Martinez, CA 94553

What floor plans are available at The Hayden?

The Hayden currently lists 3 floor plans across 5 available units, from studio to two-bedroom, starting at $2,097/mo. 1 studio at $2,097/mo (550 sq ft), earliest move-in Sep 14. 4 two-bedrooms from $2,845 to $2,973/mo (903–1,030 sq ft), earliest move-in Aug 7. Prices checked September 24, 2026.

Studio

Starting at $2,097

Studio • 1 Bath • 550 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
213-05$2,097550Sep 14

2x1

Starting at $2,845

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 903 Sq Ft

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
218-06$2,855903Sep 25
238-11$2,855903Oct 29
152-15$2,845903Oct 31

2x2 W/D

Starting at $2,973

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,030 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
124-08$2,9731,030Aug 7

What are the fees and lease terms at The Hayden?

Rent at The Hayden is $2,097 – $2,973 per month. Leases are typically 14 months. The earliest listed move-in is Aug 7. Prices checked September 24, 2026.

  • Rent

    $2,097 – $2,973/mo
  • Lease term

    14 months
  • Earliest move-in

    Aug 7

What amenities does The Hayden have?

The Hayden lists 16 amenities, including a gym, a pool, and in-unit laundry.

  • Central Heat And Air

  • Fitness Center

  • Lounge Area

  • Max Number Of Pets: 2

  • Max Weight Of Pets: 35

  • Newly Renovated

  • Outdoor Firepit

  • Pet Monthly Rent Min: $50

  • Pet Park

  • Pet Policy Type: Cat, Dogs

  • Pet Rent Basis: Per Home

  • Quartz Counters

  • Stainless Steel Appliances

  • Swimming Pool

  • Vinyl Flooring

  • Washer/Dryer


What do the amenities at The Hayden look like?

  • Pool

Where is The Hayden?

The Hayden is at 486 Morello Avenue, Martinez, CA 94553.

486 Morello Avenue, Martinez, CA 94553


Residents give The Hayden a C grade (about 3.7 out of 5) from 64 reviews. The property has experienced significant management transitions, with recent staff earning strong praise for responsiveness, professionalism, and genuine care for residents. Current residents consistently highlight well-maintained grounds, quiet community atmosphere, and prompt maintenance service.

3.70
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.9
Amenities and Shared Spaces5.0
Maintenance4.8
Location4.6
Building Quality4.3

The property has experienced significant management transitions, with recent staff earning strong praise for responsiveness, professionalism, and genuine care for residents. Current residents consistently highlight well-maintained grounds, quiet community atmosphere, and prompt maintenance service. However, historical reviews document periods of management instability, deposit handling issues, and maintenance concerns that have since been addressed under current leadership.

Management responsiveness and professionalism are the strongest aspects of this property, with current staff consistently praised for quick issue resolution, friendly communication, and genuine care for residents. Most recent reviews highlight efficient maintenance response times and welcoming office staff who handle move-ins smoothly and address concerns promptly. However, older reviews document periods of management turnover and inconsistent service quality, suggesting improvements have been made under current leadership.

Recent reviews highlight significant improvements in property management and maintenance responsiveness, with staff consistently praised for professionalism and quick service resolution. Common amenities including the fitness center, pool, and dog park are well-maintained and regularly used by residents. The property maintains clean common areas and grounds with regular landscaping upkeep, though some older amenities like the playground and laundry facilities have been noted as needing updates.

Maintenance at this property is consistently responsive, with service requests typically addressed same-day or within 24 hours. Residents report quick resolution of appliance issues, plumbing concerns, and HVAC problems, with maintenance staff available and communicative. One review noted communication gaps with management, though maintenance performance itself was praised. Overall, maintenance follow-through and work order response times are a strong point for the property.

The property benefits from a convenient location with walkable access to parks, stores, and nearby freeways, and residents consistently praise the quiet neighborhood atmosphere. Most positive reviews highlight the location as a major strength alongside responsive management and well-maintained grounds. However, some residents report concerns about noise transmission between units and occasional security issues, which may impact the overall location experience.

Residents report significant noise insulation issues, with paper-thin walls allowing sound transmission from neighboring units and common areas. Building maintenance and cleanliness concerns are recurring, including reports of dirty common areas like laundry facilities and grounds. Some reviews note wear on finishes and cheap renovation quality, though upkeep standards appear inconsistent across the property.


Is The Hayden walkable?

The Hayden is car-dependent (grade F) and biking is not bikeable (grade F).

WALK

Car-Dependent

BIKE

Not Bikeable


What is The Hayden like?

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How big is The Hayden?

The Hayden is an apartment.

  • Building

    Apartment

What schools are near The Hayden?

Ywca Of Contra Costa Co Delt is 0.1 miles from The Hayden. 10 schools are listed nearby.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Ywca Of Contra Costa Co Delt

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.1 mi

Ywca Pre-School-Shadelands

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.1 mi

Bayside Montessori Learning Center

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.2 mi

Helping Hands Christian Ps

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

Morello Hills Christian Pre-School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

Mount McKinley School

Public · High
PublicHigh0.7 mi

Ywca Hidden Vly

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.9 mi

New Vistas Christian School

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.9 mi

Sunshine House Martinez

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.1 mi

Sunshine House

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.1 mi

How do I contact The Hayden?

The Hayden is managed by Avenue5 Residential. Call 925-231-1557 to tour or ask about availability.