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Greystar Rentals
Case Name (Date)
Lewis et al. v. Greystar California, Inc. d/b/a Greystar
24-cv-1619, S.D. Cal.
(Sept. 2024)
Lopez et al. v. Greystar Real Estate Partners, LLC d/b/a Greystar et al.
25-cv-378, N.D. Tex.
(Feb. 2025)
Product/Service
Greystar Rentals
Allegations
Failing to adequately disclose a $1-$5 “Utility Admin Fee” to tenants
Status
Lewis case: Voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed without prejudice, an amended version of the complaint can be refiled.
Lopez case: Pending
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