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AvalonBay Communities

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Things have changed - Senior Manager AvalonBay Communities Employee Review

1.0
Apr 19, 2022
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

On site teams and benefits.

Cons

The NY/Westchester leadership is a disappointment and does not live up to the "cultural norms" and "family" environment this company has promoted for so long. This includes HR, directors, and general managers. The empathetic allyship and initiaves they push are only to check boxes with no real intention of making the necessary connections. I strongly advise associates not to use "radical candor" as anything you say can and will most definitely be used against you. The company as a whole, is only concerned with its corporate citizenship as proven by its politics, ultimatums and termination of associates that were once considered heroes. An audacious move dictated by its majority stockholders under the guise of employee safety which resulted in alienation, toxicity, and low morale. The onsite teams are underpaid and over worked while expected to provide free marketing by pushing 5 star reviews for an average product with classless residents. As with all REITs, every property is ultimately for sale so there really isn't job security on a site level, especially in CT/NY/Westchester. Expect business managers who are selfish overachievers that only care about results and do not like feedback or pushback. Expect retalition disguised as false allegations and wrongful terminations. Expect mixed messaging from yes men/women who are traitorous. Expect disrespect and maltreatment from customers in sometimes unsafe enviroments with no consequences. Do not expect people managers and leaders who put their teams first. Do not expect to work at a luxury site with a clientele that will respect the staff. Do not expect a balanced family/work life as work schedules do not coincide with family needs.

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5.0
Jun 11, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Company culture makes you really appreciate where you work. I definitely agree that is the "people" at AVB that make it great.

Cons

Nothing really... sometimes it is a bit of a struggle to wear so many hats.

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AvalonBay Communities Response
2w
Thank you for writing a review about your experiences. We agree that our people, our cultural norms, and our values make us stand out.
1.0
May 30, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

-Team and Events See below for my full review

Cons

See below for my full review

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AvalonBay Communities Response
1mo
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We understand that no company is perfect and we work hard to make sure that our associates are content while working at AVB. We appreciate feedback and will use this to improve our associate's experience.
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