If I could give this company one star, I would. We had a HORRIBLE experience during our time with…read morethem (multiple maintanance requests ignored, etc.). Then, when we FINALLY got our move-out security deposit information (after asking numerous times), they charged us $1800 for paint touch ups when the house was never painted prior to us moving in. They are absolutely horrible to deal with. DO NOT RENT FROM THEM!

WARNING: Braden Does Not Take Smoking Violations Seriously…read more If you are an owner who chooses Braden because they only represent non-smoking properties, please be aware that they do not take smoking violations seriously. I first reported a tenant smoking on a balcony on August 28, 2025, and two months later, the tenant is still smoking on the property. Their responses have been slow, inconsistent, and dismissive. They've used words like "investigation" and "immediate action," but in reality, weeks pass without follow-up, and the violations continue. They refuse to communicate directly with me even though I am the neighbor directly impacted by the tenant's actions, leaving me feeling unsafe and unheard. Braden's tagline is "Bridging owners and residents to create a home." Part of making a home is being a respectful neighbor. If Braden doesn't care about how lease violations affect the people living nearby, that's a problem. In their initial email dated August 28, they confirmed that "smoking is prohibited in any area of the dwelling or the premises" and stated that the issue would be addressed promptly. Two months later, the tenant continues to smoke on the property, yet their recent communication suggests that no further action is being taken because there is no visible interior smoke damage. This shift directly contradicts both the lease language and their earlier statements about taking the violation seriously. I've provided clear, dated documentation of repeated smoking incidents, and it's disappointing that those reports have been met with silence or vague assurances rather than resolution. I'm no longer asking for intervention, but I wanted to ensure the written record reflects what actually occurred. I hope that in the future, your management team applies its stated standards consistently and with genuine care for the communities affected by your tenants' behavior.

We had almost zero experience with Charlottesville. Amy took the time to learn about our goals and…read moreshe helped us focus and rank our priorities. She also educated us regarding the current real estate situation and the use of technology. She helped us find the right house in the right neighborhood. Amy had an emergency situation and had to transfer the task of helping us with inspections and closing to Kelly. Kelly never missed a beat. She was very thorough and very knowledgeable. She gave us great confidence through the buying process that there would be no surprises. After the sale, Amy and Kelly have both stayed in contact and helped us get acquainted with Charlottesville. While we have been extremely impressed with their professionalism, we just have to mention they are both really nice people. It has been a true pleasure to work with Amy and Kelly.

5 stars for Marlo Allen, Associate Broker at Nest in Nelson County. She is highly skilled, a…read morefulltime practitioner, and always honest. Marlo has more integrity than most licensees in Nelson County. You can trust this person.

I had a great time at my McIntyre apartment. The team at Woodard were professional and…read moreexceptionally supportive with every request I made. I mean every single request. Special thanks to Kyle Herris, who was very understanding when a personal crisis required me to transition out of Charlottesville. Also thanks to leasing officer, Hez Dillon for making everything easy, and I think Jessica from maintenance for patiently taking my calls. All wonderful people. I recommend them and the McIntyre apartments on Allied Street. T.E

I lived at Graduate Court for three years during undergrad. The first unit I lived in (unit 17) had…read morea rat problem. We initially discovered rats living in our trash can (it had a lid and we took it out at minimum once a week. My roommates and I are all very cleanly. We did not have food out or dishes in the sink. We reached out to maintenance and the leasing office immediately and they said someone would be out in A FEW DAYS. There was no sense of urgency. The rats were in our common space/kitchen, which was unusable during this time, and was absolutely a health violation that we did not want to deal with or pay for ourselves. A member of the maintenance team said our cabinets were not closed off at the back and used spray foam to "seal" the holes. However, several weeks went by and we noticed there were MORE rodents, but this time they were in our water heater closet. In addition to a rat, there was also a squirrel. We followed up and requested a professional and they refused to send someone. This went on for months, until my roommate's lawyer dad stepped in and helped her write a threatening email indicating that they violating VRLTA guidelines and that they could get reported or shut down if they did not abide by this code. They finally sent an extermination request form for us to sign, but when the day came, the exterminator did not show up and they ghosted us for several more weeks. Eventually, after a painfully large number of emails and phone calls, someone did come. We hoped this was the end of the rat saga. The following school year we were forced to move out of that unit and into another unit, as they were completing summer renovations. The new apartment (unit 19) was much nicer and cleaner, as it had been recently renovated. However, while I was home for the summer my roommate texted us that there was yet another rat on the stove and it was running around our kitchen counters... GROSS. We had JUST moved in and there was little to no food in our entire kitchen (even in the cabinets). Once again, we called and sent proof to both maintenance and the leasing office and they refused to send someone for SEVERAL WEEKS. It was a literal nightmare, especially for a group of 19 year old girls. They also refused to accept calls from our parents, as their names were not attached to the lease. If we did not threaten to go on the news or report the management company, they would not have helped us.

Would never EVER live with Godfrey ever again. I rented from them in the fall and the house had…read moremold on every imaginable surface and a contractor I called to look in the house thinks there was a carbon monoxide leak as well. Whitney is extremely rude and showed 0 concern for major health hazards. Once we found the mold, she immediately sent a lease termination and we moved out promptly. I've contacted her about the mail that was never forwarded and she was again awful. Never ever work with the scam artists at Godfrey management no matter how appealing the prices are!

Zero stars, the RUDEST AGENT EVER, new to area looking for an apartment and she calls back 24 hours…read morelater, to say the property isnt ready till Aug, not like the internet is says is available immediately! Then after I asked for anything else open now, she is not prepared nor uses customer service advantage to hold me as a client, but tells me she doesn't know her inventory well enough and to go to website and try again! I tell her I myself have been a realtor and would never treat a potential client in a manner or tone as hers! She hangs up on me mid sentence!! RUDE I CAN IMAGINE HER PROPERTY PICTURE LOOKS HORRID SO THE AGENT MUST BE AS WELL IN MANAGING PROPERTY, BTW 2416 SUNSET RD CHARLOTTESVILLE!!! TRASHY AGENT GETS NOTHING IN RATING AS FOR STARS!

We contacted Jim to help us buy our first home and the experience couldn't have been smoother! He…read moreanswered all our questions (and helped us ask the right ones) and helped put us at ease from start to finish. We were concerned about finding what we wanted within our price range but Jim helped us map out a realistic timeline and encouraged us to stay within our preferred budget for a period of time to see what we could find. Thank goodness we listened to him - he helped us find a house that is PERFECT and negotiated it to our exact goal price. We were using a VA loan and Jim was great about letting us know which houses we shouldn't even consider because they wouldn't meet the VA standard, and what exactly would need to be done at the house we were purchasing to get VA approval. He was spot on every time. Every person he recommended (the lender, the attorney, all the way to the inspection company) was beyond fabulous. Being first-time home buyers we were nervous about everything and they helped us through every step of the process. The lender told us that they wouldn't let us let anything fall through the cracks - and he was right! All in all, Jim made what could have been a stressful process blissfully stress-free. He was incredibly helpful and trustworthy. I highly recommend him to anyone interested in purchasing a home.

I have worked with Jim for several years and he is always professional and working to ensure his…read moreclients are well informed. He strives to always do right by his clients and have the process be as smooth as possible.

David Sloan is an excellent realtor. I worked with him when he was still with Roy Wheeler…read more I had just moved to Charlottesville at the time, and was very unfamiliar with the area. He and his group (specifically, Aaron Manis) took a lot of time to give me tours of the area, narrow down what type of property I was interested in, and help me understand the history and trends of real estate in Charlottesville. Although I did not end up buying a house (market was up and down at the time), I very highly recommend his services when searching for a home.

From the owner: Our agents offer over 100 cumulative years of real estate success in residential, farm & estate,…read moreland, and investment properties. We live and work here, and we know the Charlottesville area real estate market. We are client-driven and strive to serve our clients with exceptional, friendly service to achieve their goals. We are proud of our town and look forward to meeting you, working for you and introducing you to the place we call HOME. The team at Sloan Manis Real Estate Partners will help you find property in Charlottesville VA!

Amy was the perfect Realtor for us, two first time home buyers. She understood our price range,…read moretype of home, and timeline and was firm but not pushy. She went out of her way to show us all available homes to help us understand what was most important to us, and what we could compromise on. She had all associated parties (inspector, contractors, title attorney) in her rolodex and was able to get us some of the best available in the area. We love the house we found together.

Took my phone call & offered great suggestions even though my inquiry was outside her wheelhouse…read more Many thanks, Amy!

I had a great experience with Veliky! Stephanie was an angel and the maintenance guys were also…read morecool. They were always quick to fix issues with our house and seemed happy to help.

The owners of this rental company are Melanie and Tim. I have had some bad experiences with rental…read morecompanies, and am not one to complain, but Veliky is single-handedly awful. After multiple plumbing leaks and mold issues, they proceeded to tell me to ignore it. On the subject of mold, they simply ripped out the dry wall and did nothing to address the mold in the entire HVAC unit. Even if the property you are touring looks nice on the surface, I assure you that it will have multiple problems. Whether that's AC, Ant Infestations, mold, mildew, or spiders, there will be something. And they will do nothing to fix it. One of my neighbors had a rat in their ceiling and Veliky claimed it was not their problem. Please rent through another company. I know Charlottesville rental companies are notoriously bad, but I can promise you that you will hate your experience renting from Veliky.

I have been working with Mrs. Harvey for a few years now, and I am simply blown away by her level…read moreof professionalism, knowledge about her field, savvy, dedication, availability, and attention to detail. She makes me feel like I am her one and only client. She has negotiated in a very effective manner, helping us get the maximum we could, while, at the same time, using her deep knowledge of the market to help us chose a workable price. Bravo, Gayle!

We've worked with a number of realtors, and Gayle is by far the best we've ever used. My husband…read moreand I didn't know her before starting a search 3 years ago. Gayle works tirelessly, is extremely patient, and only showed us properties within our narrow criteria. What sets her apart is all the things she does from contract to closing. She's very professional, knows her craft and the market, and is someone you can trust throughout the entire process.