Sylvan Mobile Estates

Pros

• Cleanliness is one of the most attractive features.
• The place is very lovely, quiet, and peaceful, and it's very clean.
• Griselda is awesome, very nice, and very helpful.
• The area is adorable, quiet, clean, and has a great neighborhood.
• It is a nice, quiet, family-friendly community.
• The on-site staff really cares about their tenants.
• It's a breath of fresh air in the post-COVID-19 world.

Cons

• The pool was locked and not open as advertised, misleading residents.
• There were no chairs or tables provided for elderly guests.
• The bathrooms looked gross and needed cleaning.
• It isn't worth swimming if the facility cannot accommodate elderly patrons.
• The clubhouse shows blatant neglect and is in dire need of repairs.
• Outsiders are reportedly not welcome, and tenants may confront or remove them.
• Basic amenities such as a working restroom, functional doors and heat, pest-free conditions, working appliances, and a decent carpet are not up to acceptable standards.

Review

The collection of impressions paints a picture of a place that many visitors find attractive for its cleanliness and quiet atmosphere. Several reviewers describe the area as "very clean" and "very peaceful," with a sense of order that makes it feel comfortable and safe. People repeatedly note a nice, adorably quiet neighborhood where surroundings contribute to a calm, family-friendly vibe. The tone about the setting is consistently favorable on those fronts, highlighting a space that feels well-kept and pleasant to be in.

Alongside the cleanliness and quiet, there are positive nods to the people who run and maintain things. One reviewer specifically praises the on-site staff, saying they "really care about their tenants" and calling their presence a "breath of fresh air in this cold post-COVID-19 world." There are also comments that the tenants themselves are agreeable to interact with - all of which together create the sense that, when things run smoothly, this community can be a welcoming and reassuring place to live. Another note emphasizes that, if you're from the area, you'll find it agreeable, underscoring a familiarity and comfort within the community that some residents clearly value.

However, the experience is not one-note. A number of reviews raise concerns about the amenities and how they're managed. The most prominent grievance centers on the pool and clubhouse: a flyer reportedly advertised that the pool would be open during Memorial Day weekend, yet at a later date it was found bolted and locked, leaving the pool unavailable. The discrepancy between what was advertised and what was available is described as a lie on paper, which understandably causes frustration for residents who plan leisure time around those stated hours. Compounding this disappointment are practical accessibility issues: there are no chairs or tables for the elderly to sit and rest, and the bathrooms associated with the pool area are described as looking gross and in need of cleaning. Taken together, these issues make swimming seem not worth it for those who need supportive facilities.

Another thread running through the feedback is a sense of exclusivity or distrust within the community. One reviewer captures a harsh dynamic with a blunt claim: if you are not from there, you shouldn't come. The description goes on to depict a paranoid atmosphere where outsiders are perceived as a threat, and where tenants might "pop out of the brushes" and enforce a hard boundary. The overall impression is that the social climate can feel unwelcoming to newcomers, which can clash with the otherwise peaceful exterior of the neighborhood. This viewpoint contrasts with other comments that describe the community as quiet and family-friendly, illustrating a dichotomy between a serene outward appearance and a more guarded internal social reality.

Despite the tension around social openness and certain amenities, there are still notable acknowledgments of positive elements, especially regarding maintenance and facilities. One review mentions the park as being okay, but expresses clear discontent with the clubhouse's condition, noting "blatant neglect" and a dire need for repairs. There is a sense of frustration that the basics you would expect from any public gathering place - such as a working women's restroom, functional doors, reliable heat, bug-free conditions, functioning appliances, and a decent carpet - are not consistently in place. The sentiment is that while some days feel good, others are marred by neglect, suggesting inconsistent upkeep and quality of common spaces that residents rely on.

In sum, the picture that emerges is nuanced. The community is described as clean, quiet, and pleasant to live in, with several residents praising the surrounding environment and certain staff members who seem genuinely invested in tenant well-being. Yet there are substantial and recurring concerns about the management of amenities, especially around the pool and clubhouse, along with a sense that social boundaries and inclusivity vary depending on who you ask. For some, the experience is buoyed by a strong sense of safety and cleanliness; for others, it is tainted by miscommunications, neglect, and a feeling that basic comforts and fair access are not consistently upheld. Taken together, it's a place that can feel inviting and well-kept, but one that also calls for improvements in how amenities are maintained, accessible, and inclusive.

Places of Worship

• The Labyrinth At Memorial Chapel. University Of Redlands (0.6 miles)
• The River Christian Reformed Church (1.2 miles)
• Trinity Church (1.5 miles)
• Packinghouse Church (3.3 miles)
• Crosswalk Church (4.7 miles)
• National Association of Seventh Day Adventist Dentists (6.2 miles)

Pharmacies

• ABC Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
• Walgreens (1.1 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
• Lopez, Kristina - Beaver Medical Group (1.4 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
• Ascend Pharmaceuticals (3.4 miles)

Cafes

• Panera Bread (1 miles)
• Starbucks (1 miles)
• Starbucks (1.2 miles)
• The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf (1.4 miles)
• Starbucks (1.4 miles)
• Stell Coffee & Tea Company (3 miles)
• Starbucks (3 miles)

Restaurants

• McDonald's (1.1 miles)
• McDonald's (1.3 miles)
• Eating Room (1.4 miles)
• Aroi Mak Mak (1.4 miles)
• September’s Taproom & Eatery (1.5 miles)
• Taco Bell (2.5 miles)
• Chick-Fil-A (2.8 miles)

Physicians

• Mountain Vista Optical (1.3 miles)
• Jamron Neil D MD (1.4 miles)
• Beaver Medical Group (1.4 miles)
• Aesthetic Skin & Laser Medical Center: Steven E. Hodgkin, MD (1.4 miles)
• West Dermatology Redlands (1.5 miles)
• Clonch, Thomas J DDS: Thomas J Clonch, DDS (1.8 miles)
• In Your Best Interest Medical Clinic (2.5 miles)

Theaters

• Studio Movie Grill (1.6 miles)
• Mountain Grove 16 (2.9 miles)

Parks

• Brookside Park (3.1 miles)
• Leonard Bailey Park (4.3 miles)
• Avenue I Park (6.7 miles)

Hospitals

• Loma Linda Ambulatory Care Center (4.5 miles)
• Mountain View Surgery Center (4.5 miles)
• Jerry L Pettis Memorial (5.3 miles)