I wanted to leave a review for my in-person tour with Caitlin because she was incredibly patient…read moreand knowledgeable about the community. While I haven't decided whether I'll be moving forward as a resident, the tour was a great experience. Based on everything I saw, I'd definitely recommend this community to friends and family.

I lived at Regent's Park for about two years until I had to say goodbye. I always wanted to review…read morethis community but wanted to wait so I can give a more before, during, and after review. I found that when I was searching for apartments I needed a little in-between snapshot versus just the tour and moving out. When I was first apartment hunting, I found probably 20 places, in which I toured 15, and eventually narrowed down to 3 with this place being on the top 3. Making the appointment was a breeze online and having a guide during my tour was great. Michael was my tour guide and answered so many of my questions. I liked how I gave my budget and he assisted in letting me view those within my range. It was roughly a week or two later I narrowed it down to 2 and wanted one last look but since at the time I lived out of state it was hard to go in person. Michael gave sent me over videos of the available units and all information on it via email. I ended up picking a unit from the communication. It was an easy online process and any questions I had they were quick to answer within the 24 hour window. I was nervous once my move-in time came because I never saw the unit in person yet. But luckily once there and doing the walk-through inspection the unit video that was sent was exactly what mine looked like. Move in was a breeze and I liked that you had a 30-day window if the space worked for you. I really liked how they had basics in the apartment like paper towels in the kitchen and hotel sized toiletries in the bathroom. It was a nice welcome. I had a few maintenance requests once I was settled and from time living in the unit. They were always really efficient and always very kind. Towards the end of my first year, I ended up needing a bigger space and the front office was more than happy to assist me and as a current resident they wanted to make sure I was making the best move; whether that would be transferring or letting the lease ride out. When I moved into the second unit, it needed a little more work than my first unit. I think because my first unit had just been recently renovated. Although the second unit was one of the renovated units, it definitely was one that was renovated awhile back. Still, nothing too crazy and definitely live able. When it comes to parking, for guests it could get hard as there was only a few sections that were free for all. But you could request a guest pass during business hours. I liked that for residents there was either the free parking spots or paid in the garage. It helps to have both options because in the winter you may want to be in the garage. Also definitely believe the office staff when they say towing is enforced. I would see the tow truck often, so be sure to always have your sticker or pass. During my time, I ran into only maybe one or two incidents. It was resolved quite quickly. The only thing I would say is, if you have upstairs neighbors I think the walls are thinner between you and them. I'm not sure if my neighbors had flooring versus carpet but at times my furniture would shake. It's not something that can be controlled but definitely keep that in mind. But I will say the walls between your next neighbors were thick because we barely heard each other. Most of the residents are Regent's were really nice. As someone who didn't wander too much due to work, I loved that Regent's would host events to mingle with your neighbors. They got better with their events with timing because when I first moved most of the events were during work hours and towards the end of my stay they incorporated a lot of after work/weekend events. My move out was pretty easy breezy. Make sure you do your due diligence with cleaning and etc. it helped that during my walk through in the beginning I documented anything that existed prior to be living there so it can't be put back on me. You can always request to have your exit walk through with someone if you're ever worried. All and all, I really enjoyed living here and all the staff. Michael, Mary, and Alex helped me a lot while there. There were some interns and newer staff that I am grateful as well. With any apartments, you won't have perfect but the staff here really made my experience extremely enjoyable. You really get what you're paying for. It was so enjoyable that living next to the metro (which was one of my main reason for moving here) became a secondary perk, the first perk was being a resident at Regents.

There's more restaurants and to live in this community is really nice, Paragon theater restaurant…read moreand bar will be an amazing experience here!

I used to love living in this apartment, but it has gone downhill over the past few years for a…read morenumber of reasons: 1. Management, while friendly, increasingly stingy. They're used to be once-a-month happy hours with free food and drinks, wonderful holiday party, and resident appreciation events a couple times a month with free popcorn, bagels, etc. That's all since been removed. Management also takes forever to respond to emails sometimes ignoring emails entirely when they used to respond within 24 hrs. 2. The worst aspect is that management doesn't enforce anything. They send out weak emails about picking up your dog poop otherwise you're fined, but never actually fine anyone. They tell people to stop hogging the EV chargers but residents end up parking their car there sometimes for days because there's no idea charge. The list goes on. 3. The quality of residents here are awful. There's dog poop all over the upstairs dog park every day (see attached). when poop bags are provided right there. Residents leave trash bags next to the trash chute when it takes 0.1 seconds to push it down the chute. Kids run around the hallways kicking doors. The gym is missing dumbbells because some resident(s) take them back to their unit. Equipment in the gym doesn't get put back in its place. 4. The nickel and diming each month is shocking. In addition to rent, get this - there's a utility service fee, sewer fee, pest control fee, trash fee, parking fee, parcel locker fee (that's a mandatory fee to get packages delivered), and a resident liability program fee.

I love the cleanliness of the building and the maintenance but when you come to the floor, I felt…read morelike the floor is made from wood because I can hear anything from upstairs. whenever a Complaining coming from downstairs the management point on you.

Applicant Beware - You Could Lose Hundreds…read more On Saturday June 24 (around 4pm), my wife and newborn daughter went to visit Dolley Madison Towers - one of several Dittmar Company locations - to look for a new home. We met with a nice lady at the leasing office, who showed us around and told us that on top of a $50 nonrefundable application fee (per applicant), we had to pay a $400 refundable application deposit to submit the application - emphasis on refundable. We submitted an application later that evening. Worth noting is that the agent called the $400 refundable deposit a "moving fee". On June 26, we received approval and were sent a move-in letter; NOWHERE in that letter did it say that we would lose out on that moving fee if we decided on another location, and in fact we were told in-person by the leasing agent on June 24 that we could even renege on a SIGNED lease and get the $400 fee back up to 72 hours prior to our scheduled move-in date. We even clarified with the agent and she confirmed that we could get the fee back three days prior to August 15, which would have been the move-in date. I also called Dolley Madison Towers the afternoon of July 1 (around 4pm), and spoke to the SAME leasing agent who once again reiterated that the $400 fee was refundable. Fast forward to July 4, I called Dolley Madison Towers to inform them that my family and I found a better, more affordable option. We were told to call the leasing office the next day. I sent them an email and was informed on July 5 that we wouldn't be getting the money back, because in the terms and conditions that we "agreed" to in creating an account - which you need to create to be considered for an apartment - it apparently says that you only have 72 hours from the move-in letter to get the $400 refund. Perhaps the leasing agent didn't know what she was talking about - she mentioned being on the job for only a few weeks - but I then proceeded to have a back and forth via email with the Resident Manager at Dolley Madison Towers. That individual told me they'd refuse to refund me the $400 refundable application deposit because their terms and conditions didn't allow them to do so. They also started calling the application deposit a "lease processing fee". Notwithstanding the fact that a "lease processing fee" doesn't make any sense - as we DIDN'T sign a lease - the Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (VRTLA) also says that the most a landlord can charge an applicant (for a nonrefundable deposit) is $50, and a landlord CAN charge a REFUNDABLE application deposit along with the fee, but the landlord has to give that deposit back "within 20 days". I learned this after a lawyer friend of mine here in NOVA gave me some pro bono advice on the situation: https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title55.1/chapter12/section55.1-1203/ Dolley Madison then said that because they charged me a lease processing fee (and NOT an application deposit) they are entitled to keep my money. Of course, this isn't true - at least in our view - and changing the name of the "application deposit" to "lease processing fee" doesn't give them the right to keep the $400. The VRLTA very clearly states that "any landlord may require a refundable application deposit in addition to a nonrefundable application fee". They shouldn't be able to charge me two different types of nonrefundable fees when the law says they can only charge me one. By definition, anything charged to me aside from the $50 nonrefundable fee would appear to be refundable, and their terms and conditions obviously can't supersede state law. As I approach a final decision on whether to file suit in small claims court (I've just asked the friend willing to represent me if needed, and he finally agreed), I'm hopeful the Dittmar Company can still do the right thing. $400 isn't a lot to them, but it's 400 more ways I can support my newborn daughter and I need it a lot more than they do. I don't really like courtrooms but I will absolutely do it to provide for my family. I am furious and will make them pay every penny on top of $400 that it costs me to go to court. In the interim, I absolutely caution you AGAINST moving here; if this is the way they treat applicants, goodness only knows how they treat tenants. Also, they charge $75 a month to have the privilege of parking your car there PER MONTH; and $170 per month for two cars.

We stayed here for almost three years in a 2 bed, 2 bath. It is not perfect, but in my opinion I…read moredon't think any apartments really can be. I think all of the staff try their best to help, and most of our maintenance requests were handled within a day or two. The only instance of maintenance feeling a bit slow was when our AC was broke in the summer and it took about a week and we had to go in the office to get them to come help. The apartments are old, including appliances, counters, etc., but it all works. The mobile washing machine is kind of trash, but still beats shared laundry without a doubt. Sometimes the office is closed/left unattended without notice which can be a bit annoying if you need something, but they respond well to email. Sadat is great, and Gloria (newer I think) is also not bad. I don't recall the maintenance workers names but they are always working and trying their best it seems. They even helped us get back in our apartment after we got locked out (free of charge!!). The pool lifeguards left a bit to be desired. There were two of them but they would often take their 15 minute breaks at the same time and make everyone clear the pool. Why not just take their breaks separately? They were also always on their phones (doesn't matter for me I can swim), which could be concerning for some. Guest parking is a bit expensive but is available. Our rent went up ~110 a year over our three year stay, which feels rough but is probably standard with all apartments. Location is great. Metro close, Safeway close, nice walking locations close, pretty quiet area. Can't complain much about this. Overall I think this is a great place to stay for a couple of years and the staff really do try it seems.

I have lived in Commons of McLean apartments for probably 10 years and I am happy with the living…read moreexperience. Sadat and Gloria in the office have been very responsive the questions and requests I've had. Thai, Rene, and the other maintenance personnel have been prompt in taking care of any requests. The atmosphere is cordial. I have found other residents friendly and have never had a problem in this area over all the years renting here. The apartments are within walking distance of the McLean metro which is a plus. The center of Mclean is close, a mile or two away. There are plenty of sidewalks and places to walk both from my apartment and with a short drive.

AVOID - HORRIBLE LOUD construction. There is so much f- construction going on in the building. If…read moreyou work at home, it's terrible. You can't take work calls, you can't take a nap, you can't be in your apartment without constant noise. There is constant banging and drilling. And management is so oblivious to this. Whenever we complain, they tell us "sorry" and to work somewhere else. Umm, I don't pay $4K in rent just to go somewhere else. Instead, the management will throw a pizza party every two months. How about giving us a credit on our rent since we can't use our apartments during the day?! We are paying a lot of money to live here and we can't even be in our apartments during working hours. I suggest you avoid this place for the next 2-3 years until all of the units have been renovated.

I recently moved into Zoos a few months ago and cannot recommend this community any higher. The…read morestaff, community, the building, are all excellent - The staff go out of their way to accommodate and take care of residents. There is a real sense of community within the residents. The building has an excellent gym, rooftop areas, and lobby with free coffee and treats. The area is amazing and the building is super pet friendly. Highly recommend looking into ZOSO if you are looking for a great place to thrive in the heart of Arlington.

What is not to LOVE about Exo? Becoming a resident at Exo was a no brainer for me. Seeing is…read morebelieving! Not only is the building beautiful on the outside, its stunning on the inside as well. Making the move from NYC to Reston was a big decision, but knowing I'd be living in Exo made the decision much easier. From the amenities to the advanced technology of the building... Exo has it all. Stunning views, gym, kitchen, lobby, you name it. One of the best things about Exo is that its eco friendly which is highly important to me. Exo was the first of many buildings I toured and it was an easy choice. Leo, the leasing manager, was absolutely wonderful! He was friendly, welcoming, and extremely helpful. Leo is a true professional. He was able to answer the hundreds of questions I had and more. Leo listened to all of the specific things I wanted in my apartment and was able to find the perfect home for me. He quickly responded to emails and calls after I returned to NYC. He took the time to show me multiple apartments and also was able to provide specific information as detailed as if I perfected a sunrise or sunset view. I love it here and I know you will too.

This place is a shitty dump. Aisha takes photos of the people living here and threatens them. The…read moreleasing office is total crap. This place is a money trap.