Aperture September 2025
Community News
September is here, and with it comes a month full of culture and art without the price tag! Don’t miss these free museum days around the Bay: De Young Museum (9/2), Legion of Honor (9/2), GLBT Historical Society Museum (9/3), SFMOMA (9/4), Asian Art Museum (9/7), and the SF Botanical Garden (9/9). Mark your calendars, gather some friends, and take advantage of these opportunities to explore the incredible arts our city has to offer.
September Resident Event
S'mores & Chocolate - Sept 25th
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, September 25th, at 6pm—we’re bringing cozy vibes a little early with S’mores & Fancy Hot Chocolate! Join us as we head into the fall season with sweet treats, warm drinks, and great company. Stay tuned for full event details!
Thanks For Joining Us Last Month!
Bingo Night
Our Bingo Night was a hit! We had 12–14 residents playing along and another dozen who stopped by to enjoy food and hang out with neighbors. By the end of the evening, every tray of sandwiches and treats had been eaten up—a great turnout and an even better community night.
What Residents are Saying
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"I have lived in two different apartments at Aperture, and it's by far the best-managed complex I have experienced in the Bay Area over the years. Both Miguel, the previous manager, and Melanie, current manager, are highly professional, excel at their jobs, and genuinely care about their residents. They promptly address any issues, pay close attention to detail, and always go above and beyond. The entire process of moving between apartments and eventually moving out due to school enrollment has been completely seamless for me. Melanie has also always been wonderful to talk to, and I'll really miss seeing her.
Maintenance has always been top-notch as well. Carlos handles any repairs the same day, often within just a few minutes or hours of submitting a request, and everything is always taken care of promptly."
*This is just a sample of our reviews.
Local Feature
The West Coast Farmers’ Market
Fresh and local is right around the corner! The West Coast Farmers’ Market has arrived in Downtown San Mateo and takes place every Sunday from 9 AM to 2 PM at 222 East 4th Avenue (former Draeger’s Market lot). Stop by to browse seasonal fruits and vegetables, enjoy bites from local food trucks, and support our community’s growers and makers.
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Living Well
North Coast Makes an Impact
Our annual Summer Food Drive was an incredible success thanks to the generosity of our residents and teams. Together, we raised $6,990 in donations, which converts to 23,300 pounds of food for families in need. With North Coast Living’s matching contribution, that total doubles to 46,600 pounds of food. Add this to the 85,892 pounds donated in past years, and we’ve now reached a remarkable 132,492 pounds of food given to our communities.
Congratulations to this year’s top properties: Kearney Plaza (1st place), Vilara (2nd place), and Barham Villas (3rd place). These drives may only last a season, but the impact they make is long-lasting—feeding entire cities and supporting vital community systems.
Good Friends Make Great Neighbors
Do you know someone looking for a new home? Forward this newsletter and tell them about Aperture! Refer friends and family and get a discount on next month's rent.