Is AvalonBay Communities a good company to work for?

AvalonBay Communities has an overall rating of 3.6 out of 5, based on over 1,213 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months. 57% of employees would recommend working at AvalonBay Communities to a friend and 60% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about AvalonBay Communities have been left by employees working as Director , Concierge and Community Manager .

Does AvalonBay Communities pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, AvalonBay Communities employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at AvalonBay Communities. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at AvalonBay Communities?

57% of AvalonBay Communities employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated AvalonBay Communities 3.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.6 for culture and values and 3.4 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at AvalonBay Communities?

Community Consultant (160) , Leasing Consultant (60) , Maintenance Technician (45) , Sales and Service Supervisor (45) , Community Manager (34) , Manager (23) , Maintenance Manager (21) , Maintenance Supervisor (19) , Concierge (18) , Director (14) , Senior Community Manager (11) , Sales & Service Supervisor (10) , Community Concierge (9) , Customer Service Representative (9) , Administrative Assistant (8)

What are the pros of working at AvalonBay Communities according to real employee reviews?

"The company has a great culture and shows appreciation for its people and their effort." ((in 90 reviews)); "Often times the work was pretty enjoyable and most of the people I worked with were great." ((in 85 reviews)); "Great work life balance!" ((in 58 reviews)); "Growth Opportunities; Employee Appreciation; Forward Thinking company that creates an environment of success." ((in 34 reviews)); "motivational, great training, lots of company events" ((in 31 reviews))

What are the cons of working at AvalonBay Communities according to real employee reviews?

"The pay was low to start with and then the bonus structure made it even worse." ((in 65 reviews)); "Prior to Avalon, I had a clear idea of my "road map to success" and upper management was amazing." ((in 26 reviews)); "Many managers don't have customer service skills and lack communication skills with employees as well." ((in 26 reviews)); "No bonuses in the maintenance tech department" ((in 17 reviews)); "Hourly pay lowered this year by 12% for new Bonus Structure which was disappointing." ((in 14 reviews))

What are the top reviewed AvalonBay Communities locations?

Arlington , New York , Los Angeles , Virginia Beach , Washington , Boston , San Jose , San Francisco , Irvine , Seattle , San Diego , Brooklyn , Fairfax , Bellevue , Baltimore , Jersey City , Redmond , Princeton , Mountain View , Roseland , Alexandria , Melville , Long Island City , White Plains , Yonkers , Orange , Seal Beach , Woodland Hills , Dublin , San Bruno

AvalonBay Communities reviews

3.6

57% would recommend to a friend

(1,144 total reviews)

Benjamin W. Schall

70% approve of CEO

60% positive business outlook

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AvalonBay Communities has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 1,144 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The AvalonBay Communities employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Real Estate industry (3.6 stars).

Reviews by job title

1K reviews

5.0

Oct 1, 2014

Unmatchable!!!

Portfolio operations director

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Supportive structure with Sr management who truly care about the people who work here. Room for advancement if you work hard...Avalon loves to promote from within! Great benefits. Good work/life balance. Just an amazing place to work. I have been here almost 15 years, and nothing is the same (except Lotus Notes..lol). Very forward thinking company who solicited associate feedback to improve operations. Love, love, love this company!

Cons

The pay and bonuses are not up to par with the industry. It is not completely far off, but all of the other benefits you get while working here far outweigh the difference.

AvalonBay Communities Response

11y

We're happy to hear that your experience with us has been great. Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback regarding compensation and benefits. And you're right, it is difficult to use 5 weeks of vacation!

4.0

Sep 25, 2014

Well Balanced Company

Community manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Growth Opportunities; Employee Appreciation; Forward Thinking company that creates an environment of success.

Cons

Micromanaging daily work activities; databases for daily work activities need to be streamlined

4.0

Aug 26, 2014

Fantastic Company With Below Average Bonuses

Maintenance supervisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

This Company is one of the best companies I have worked for on many fronts they emphasize or have... Employee Development A balanced approach to work and life Good Benefits Package including stock options They hire good people to work with and for. (Not a pro or con, pay is about average for the industry.)

Cons

The only con I experienced would be the worst bonus structure of any company I have worked for in the industry.

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Jobs at AvalonBay Communities

Maintenance Apprentice

Maintenance Apprentice

Entry Service and Administration