The Summit

Pros:
Recycling
Trash chutes
The ability to buzz up your visitors
Big balconies
Individual leases/​contracts
Near the Van Dorn Metro (30 minute walk/​10 minute drive)
Near shopping centers and Beatley Library
Bus stop right in front
Shuttle to Van Dorn metro (this could be a con too because the times are super limited and geared toward 9 – 5 people, with no late morning or afternoon availability)
Cons:
Plumbing-​leaking washing machines and overflowing toilets
Old fixtures, appliances, cabinets, countertops and floors
Hard to get in touch with management on the phone or through e-​mail
Reynolds street is a very busy street on a hill with a few curves, so it can be hard to see cars, people and bicycles which makes it scary to travel on.
Slow elevators
Extremely slow and unreliable internet in the basement (when the printer runs out of paper or ink it can take 2 – 3 weeks before management refills them)
Sub-​par gym in the basement
Very low water pressure in toilets
High/​stinging water pressure in the shower
A/​C has to be turned down below 70 before you can feel it at all

I’ve lived here now for about 4 months and I can’t say enough good things about this place… from the staff to the people to the location. The summit is in a prime location and close to many things. I love that they’re pet friendly. The parking garage is definitely a plus also. I’m so glad I picked a good, safe place to live.

The Summit has the square footage of a home. You may pay slightly more, however the square footage is considerably larger than anything comparable in the area. Per square foot, the Summit is less costly than any pother property in the area. The building is well maintained. The leasing staff is friendly and very personable. You can stop by anytime to pick up a package or for a friendly hello and a cup of tea. I don’t take full advantage of the numerous amenities including the pool, gym, business center, tennis court and volleyball areas. There are two grilling areas for the residents to use year-​round (weather permitting). Professional environment yet extremely kid and pet friendly. The Summit hosts a tenant event almost every quarter, including an Easter Egg Hunt, a Valentine’s Day breakfast, a Christmas gift wrapping party, and an end of summer pool party, Overall, I love living at the Summit and would recommend it to anyone seeking an apartment in the area.

We have loved living here! We have been here about a year and had to arrange somewhere to live before ever even being to the area and we were pleasantly surprised when we got here. We live in a 2 story 2 bed ²⁄₂ bath and its super spacious with great views and really nice upgrades. The staff is so nice and always helpful. The other day I was trying to change the battery in my car and Carlos (one of the staff) came over and held my crying baby for me so I could work. He ended up just changing my battery for me! We just signed another contract to stay longer!!!

The Summit apartments are great! I’ve lived here for a month now and I cannot find a single thing wrong with this place. The staff are very friendly and very helpful. The apartment is excellent as well. I live in a three bedroom and it is very spacious and we almost don’t know what to do with all the room. The window walls with sliding doors are great for light and the balcony is quite big for an apartment in this area. I love how the rooms have sliding doors that open up to the balcony. The kitchen is very modern and very big as well. I personally love the lighting in there. The garage is very nice and I feel very safe in there for me and my car. The gym is good size for an apartment complex and is good because it is rarely used. It has many machines needed for any workout whether it be cardio or just weight lifting. The pool is also great because it is always clean and looks very nice as well. There is also a lifeguard always on duty. The building is in a quiet area so you don’t have to worry about loud traffic at all. The building is also in a very convenient area for anything to grocery to a metro station. The Summit even provides a free shuttle to and from the Van Dorn metro station which is very generous especially early in the morning. Everyone in the building is very nice and approachable and I would recommend the Summit to anyone who is looking for a place in the DC area!

This place has its ups and downs, just like any other. However, the ups here are totally worth it.
First off, the staff is really great. They care about the building, reason number one being that they too are residents. That shows the true character of the property. They’re respectful and friendly. We initially signed our lease with Anya. This place was originally out of our price range but she suggested we visit again when we were ready to rent since the seasons changes the prices. She was super polite and knowledgable when we toured and signed.
The new manager Steven is really chill but professional at the same time. So far, so good!
Next, the units are pretty amazing. We were shown two one bedroom units and both have huge windows and are very spacious, even including a half bath. The smaller unit was upgraded with new cabinets, appliances, etc. The larger unit is a corner unit with a wraparound balcony. For the price we’re paying, we’re very satisfied. The first con is the bathrooms. We may have 1.5 baths but the size of them is tiny. That being said, we don’t linger in the bathrooms so it’s not much of a problem. Also, the tub/​shower combo is a little dated, but again, we spend a fraction of the day in there so the price makes it all okay.
The biggest negatives are also some of the biggest positives: the floor to ceiling windows/​sliding glass doors. They’re beautiful day or night but because they are single pane and are what they are, temperature regulation is a bit of a pain. It can be entirely too hot or too cold depending on the season and were the type of people who like to not use a/​c or heat if we can help it. This is the first place up here we’ve had to rely so heavily on controlled air. However, the power bill is never insane even compared to when we don’t need the air or heat, like in fall or spring. I guess it’s more of a mental thing with not wanting to use a/​c. The fact it’s a concrete building helps (and helps with noise too! Unit to unit noise is minimal.) Either way, renovating each unit to have floor to ceiling double pane windows would be insanely costly and would definitely price us out of the building so they can hold off for now, lol.
Amenities are scarce but that’s fine because you’re not paying for those extra fees and whatnot. There a small exercise room that could stand an update but most people have a regular gym membership. (I use the community gym and all the basics are there, including people who exercise in sandals and people who don’t use deodorant) The business center is minimal but sufficient to print or whatever. Pool area is small but nice. Never had to wait for a spot to open or anything. Also the maintenance people are super nice. Really respectful and fast acting. Just be clear and concise when submitting a work request.
Last point I want to bring up is the neighborhood. Not the best but it’s fun. Feels like a lower income neighborhood but doesn’t feel unsafe — there is a gated garage if that makes you feel better. It’s a pretty quiet neighborhood except for the random times a large group of people is hanging out outside or something like that. The worst is if an inconsiderate person doesn’t check on their crazy honking car alarm or if an emergency response vehicle drives by. That’s where the double pane glass would come in handy.
Also the location sits between 395 and 495, equidistant from the mixing bowl. Perfect for me since I drive south on 95 to get me to and from work. If ones backed up then I’ll take the other from 95N. Many times have my friends complained about driving home and all I can do is stay quiet since I don’t really deal with those struggles.
All in all, it’s an amazing place to live, especially for the price. If you’re not worried about all of the extras that you don’t use anyways, then this place is great. Two thumbs up.

These apartments are HUGE. I love the extra half bath in the 1bedroom and the renovations are really nice. A full wall of windows gives great light and amazing views. The office staff is really nice too. I love living here.

I love living here. HUGE apartments, great management, Carlos, maintenance supervisor is responsive and can fix anything. Carlos is simply awesome. The garage is ok — I have always felt safe and never had a problem. Overall you won’t regret moving here.

This building has lovely recently renovated units, but they are putting in very cheap carpet and charging the owners to replace it upon move out. Beware. It’s in the lease you sign that you will agree to pay one quarter of the replacement fee for new carpet.