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Belle Haven Towers: Critters in the dishwasher (Recommending!)

2008-08-15T00:21:30-06:00

From donster123abc: Good AM! You have brought up a legitimate issue. We recently encountered the same problem. It appears that the cause is the garbage disposals, and it might not be your disposal causing the critter encroachment. We purchased a gigantic can of "Raid" and sprayed a large amount down the disposal ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Stay Away! (Not Recommending)

2008-08-14T20:54:53-06:00

From -Anonymous-: My husband and I moved into Belle Haven Towers two years ago. We initially liked it. The area is relatively safe. Management was helpful and friendly. Up until April, I had never seen a single bug. Suddenly, we have bugs EVERYWHERE. We can't use the dishwasher anymore because there are ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Super location, extremely clean premises and friendly neighbors (Recommending!)

2008-07-23T06:33:49-06:00

From -Anonymous-: What makes living here at Belle Haven Towers is the close proximity to everything: banks, stores, restaurants, Ft. Belvoir, Metro bus service as well as the Metro Yellow line is about a 10 minute walk and the 495 Beltway access is less than a mile away. This area has grown ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Don't even look this way....... (Not Recommending)

2008-07-21T22:15:38-06:00

From CRYSTAL_OLIVER2003: I live in the 6040 building. I have been here for 4 years and now that I am having a baby I am more motivated in moving out. THERE MICE EVERYWHERE>>>. i LIVE ON THE 7TH FLOOR OF IMAGINE ON THR LOWER FLOORES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Roach Haven Towers (Not Recommending)

2008-06-18T13:25:11-06:00

From happyhomeowner1212: Seriously, don't move here unless you HAVE TO! Bugs bugs bugs and more bugs. Not just the old cockaroacha; weird ones too. Spiders as well. The managers do a half-ass job. The only real pro is Rhonda. But if you have an issue and go to speak with someone (especially ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Great Value, superb staff and you will love the location (Recommending!)

2008-06-09T01:54:25-06:00

From donster123@hotmail.com: We have lived in Belle Haven Towers for 14 years. The grounds and buildings are always extremely clean. What we like best is the "quiet". We have never had noisy neighbors. There are many styles of apartments to choose from. Because we have a cat, we live in 6036. There ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Not bad, but could be better (Not Recommending)

2008-04-26T11:28:50-06:00

From -Anonymous-: We have lived in 6034 for two years. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The facilities are clean. We haven't had any problems with noisy neighbors. However, there are some issues with the structure of our apartment. First, the bathroom is built on a slant. No matter what we ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Tenant Moving Out (Recommending!)

2008-04-12T05:19:55-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Belle Haven Towers is an okay place to live; however, they especially need to upgrade a bit with updated bathroom fixtures/appliances, kitchen appliances and ventilation. I moved here during the summer months, and it was etremely hot. I called numerous times (3) to have my ventilation fixed and the same ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Not recommend this apartmet (Not Recommending)

2008-02-28T09:22:45-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Belle Haven Towers has roach problems. The roaches are every where in the building. The apartment building is very old, smell, leaking and dirty. The staff members are unfriendly to deal with. I DO NOT recommend this apartment at all. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Pretty Good (Recommending!)

2008-01-09T12:45:27-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have lived in a lot of different places, and this one is pretty good. I think the roach problem depends on the building and upon how clean you are. There are definitely bugs in my building, but I had maybe 2 in my apartment the whole first month. I ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Pretty Good Value (Recommending!)

2007-12-11T20:15:08-06:00

From beachbumltj: I found these reviews really helpful when I was looking for apartments 6 months ago, so thought I'd return the favor. As far as apartments in the DC area goes, I think Belle Haven is a decent value.Walls seem to be pretty thick, doors are not. The only time I ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: OK place to live (Recommending!)

2007-12-01T17:12:49-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I've been here since March, and I've had a few maintenance problems. Because of the piping of the buildings, when my neighbors garbage disposal clogs up, so does mine, and my kitchen has flooded twice. My ceiling has also leaked on three separate occasions because one of my neighbors upstairs ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: No complaints (Recommending!)

2007-10-23T19:25:41-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I honestly think this place is awesome. I was a little worried when I saw the posts about a roach problem, but I haven't seen one roach in my four months here. Management is great, and I have had a few maintenance problems but response rate is very good. No ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Great place to start (Recommending!)

2007-04-23T10:10:09-06:00

From Gerhalt11: I've lived here for about a month and I'm very happy so far. I think the roach problem that everyone is talking about depends on which building you're in, because I haven't seen a single one in my time here. The Huntington Metro is about a 15 minute walk away ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Not too bad if you don't mind roaches (Recommending!)

2007-04-20T10:07:46-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I agree with all of the other opinions. The property is ok, the staff is ok, the parking is ok, the apartments are ok, the price is ok. Everything is just "ok" but not great. The biggest perk is that you can walk to Huntington Metro. The biggest downfall is ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Nice place to live (Recommending!)

2006-12-07T22:23:41-06:00

From -Anonymous-: This will be my third year living at Belle Haven. I live in one of the hi-rise buildings, so I cannot really speak for the mid-rises.

Pros: Parking is ample day and night. Lots are well lit. Utilities are included in rent. Rental office is friendly and responsive. Neighbors are ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Not Ghetto Fabulous, but you could do better (Not Recommending)

2006-05-26T22:15:08-06:00

From stmiranda: I found Belle Haven and rented a studio apartment under a time crunch. I probably wouldn't have picked this complex except I had just moved to the DC area from Houston 24 hours previously and discovered the original apartment I had rented was a dive (I had found my original ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Above average value. (Recommending!)

2006-04-10T15:42:04-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have lived here for five years and never seen a roach inside the building. There are roaches and other insects that inhabit the park-like grounds just as you will find in any park around here. It is also very quiet and peaceful. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Roach Haven Towers (Not Recommending)

2006-01-15T03:32:45-06:00

From -Anonymous-: If you are an entomologist, this is the place for you! You will have a unique opportunity to conduct research in your own home. Discover how purposed weekly treatments of the complex are ineffectual at keeping this substantial roach population at bay. Solve the mystery today! ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Not bad, but could be better. (Recommending!)

2005-08-22T14:26:05-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Since I've used this site as a reference multiple times when changing apartments, I figured I should post a comment regarding Belle Haven Towers, where I have lived for two years.

I'm a single twenty-something professional who moved to BHT after acquiring a stressful job in Washington DC. I would work ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: you get what you pay for (Not Recommending)

2005-08-11T13:17:22-06:00

From -Anonymous-: This was one of the cheaper studios I could find in NOVA. Overall it is has been an okay experience but I will certanily be moving out when my lease expires.

I live in one of the older buildings (6040) and there is a Roach problem. My apt is clean ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: GREAT PLACE (Recommending!)

2005-08-09T10:23:57-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have been living there for the past 6 months. I have no complaints. The staff is friendly and have not had any problems with roaches.would recommend ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Stay away unless you love roaches (Not Recommending)

2005-08-07T20:52:03-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I lived in the 6040 building, and no matter what I did, I could not get rid of the roaches. They were everywhere! I've heard that some of the buildings don't have that problem, but stay away from 6040. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Roach problem and Central Air breaks down allot (Not Recommending)

2005-07-02T00:15:02-06:00

From mpantolino@cox.net: I have moved into the Belle Haven Towers in December. Before I had moved in here, I did not really take the reviews about the roaches very seriously, but now I surely do. We keep the apartment very clean and make sure we trash the garbage everyday. The roach exterminator ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Nice Place (Recommending!)

2005-06-16T20:09:37-06:00

From kayceekitty2: I moved into BHT last September (2004) and i have no complaints whatsoever. The office people are friendly and bend over backwards to help you. THe maintenance people are friendly and come quickly when you have a problem. I'm extremely satisfied with my apartment. I haven't had any roaches, so ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: any words of wisdom (or advice) for a new Belle Haven Towers resident? (Recommending!)

2005-06-16T07:13:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Hi,

I am new to BHT (signed my lease 6/14, move in 8/4), and a former/current resident of Riverside Park. I just rented a one bedroom apartment in the same building as the leasing office.

I am female, 38, divorced, no children, no car, have cell phone. I enjoy meeting new people, ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: (Recommending!)

2005-05-21T18:16:49-06:00

From whatasurprise67: I decided to visit your website and to my surprise many people have indicated they enjoy living in a high rise. my neighbor mentioned that we have a guard at the gate. Our community doesn't have a gate nor a shuttle. i think this person has the wrong apartment complex. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Overall a good experience (Recommending!)

2005-05-02T13:47:40-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I've lived in the main office building for the past year and have had no major problems...

Roaches: Yes, I've seen one or two scuttle across my floor, but I've never had a problem with them. I keep my apartment clean and the garbage to a minimum and have never had ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: NICE PLACE (Recommending!)

2005-02-26T21:09:12-06:00

From -Anonymous-: BESIDES THE FACT THATS LOUD KIDS ARE EVERYWHERE AND THE TERRACE HAS AN AWFUL SMELL AND LOOKS SO DINGY AND DULL, ITS A NICE PLACE TO STAY... ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Not that bad as others may think (Recommending!)

2005-02-24T12:50:25-06:00

From dgfranta: I have had a very good experience. I have a 1 bedroom w/new cabinets & kitchen appliances, which were very nice. I also lived in building 6034 where utlities are included. Mgmt staff was very good and helpful. Parking was included & I could have as many spots as I ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: True Story that you don't want to miss (Not Recommending)

2005-02-22T12:14:20-06:00

From -Anonymous-: To make a long story short, I visited Belle Haven Towers and at first glance was somewhat pleased with the apartment and staff. Jumping ahead, I plopped downed my deposit and was scheduled to move in on September 30, 2004! Prior to my move in date, I requested to view ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Generally decent, but ROACH PROBLEM, NOISEY HALLWAYS, LOUD UNRULEY KIDS (Not Recommending)

2004-11-28T20:37:43-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have lived here for almost 3 years. When I first arrived the staff (Rhonda) took great care in everything regarding my new apartment. I didn't have any problems for atleast 7 months, however, all of a sudden I had a HUGE ROACH PROBLEM (and they were big mean buggers!)that ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Overall decent experience (Recommending!)

2004-11-09T00:53:47-06:00

From -Anonymous-: My experience at BHT hasn't been terrible like others have noted. I would say it is an average place to live. I haven't had any noteworthy roach problems (except right when I first moved in there were some tiny roaches, but once the exterminator promptly came, they disappeared and never ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Roaches Everywhere and rent rises every year (Not Recommending)

2004-10-29T09:37:52-06:00

From bellerenter123: Roach problem is not as visible during the summer time but when it gets cold out, the roaches basically take over our apartment and our lives. I put a glass of water on the sidetable at night and every morning when I look at the glass, there would be about ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: decide yourself (Not Recommending)

2004-09-03T00:00:00-06:00

From happy_lucky: Its in general pretty good but few thigns you should know and feel comfortable if you can then you can decide to move here.

Few cars were stolen here.
You can always spot few gilrs who look like prostitutes in complex in late night.You can call police to verify this.There have been ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: It´s Been Okay (warning to those with allergies to tobacco smoke) (Recommending!)

2004-04-25T00:00:00-06:00

From aptlady2004: I have lived at BHT for almost two years and have mostly enjoyed it. The location is great--close to grocery stores, Target, Wal-Mart, and a couple of libraries (my personal favorite :-)).

I have not had any personal safety issues. However, I have recently purchased The Club for my vehicle, as ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: I was happy here (Recommending!)

2004-04-02T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Ok, I cant speak for others but I lived at Belle Haven for three years and was very happy (only left because we moved to New Hampshire). We lived in the building which housed the Rental office and while we did have some problems with roaches (I think twice in ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Crime/Roaches (Recommending!)

2004-03-03T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Ive lived here for about a year. The roach problem the past few months has been outrageous, although it does seem to finally be getting a bit better.

My boyfriends van was stolen about a month ago. Since then hes been looking at the parking lot and has called the police ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: so glad to be gone from there! (Not Recommending)

2003-11-14T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I definitely do not recommend this apartment complex. Our unit was infested with roaches, the kitchen appliances were ancient, the dishwasher had insulation peeling off from the side of it, the carpets were disgusting, and the air quality was so bad that we were all sick frequently. The maangement company ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: overall, great! (Recommending!)

2003-10-26T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have lived here for 3 years, here´s what I think.

- overall friendly staff, except one bitchy lady, who became nice afterwards. :-)
- very close to Metro, but a friend of mine foiled a mugging attempt on the Metro path, so it´s not 100% safe, since most of the path ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Not too bad (Recommending!)

2003-10-13T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I lived at the BHT a couple of summers ago and enjoyed my stay. Ms. Rhonda Roberts, in the office, was as nice as she could be! Every time I needed something, she was there to help.

The Metro was within walking distance, which was a plus for me. However, ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: ditto the raches but otherwise good (Recommending!)

2003-10-02T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I thought the roach problem was jsut my previous roommates carelessness. There are also lots of silverfish.
There was lots of closet space and I did like my balcony. The walls were thin when you were in the halls and you could smell your neighbors dinner but I don´t really ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Bad Management Company, roaches, and bad maintenence. (Not Recommending)

2003-09-05T00:00:00-06:00

From politikchik29@yahoo.com: If you decide to live here, you have to be VERY careful about rent. I had to pay a week late one month and communicated that with the rental office. Nonetheless, two weeks AFTER I paid my rent, I got a Summons to go to court for an amount of ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: major bug problem! (Not Recommending)

2003-08-15T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have lived here for about three years. It was nice enough at first, with modest but decent size and quality of rooms. Neighbors are pleasant and quiet, but in the last several months, we have had a Major Roach Infestation! Nothing seems to get rid of them!! Also, the ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Not as bad as these reviews make it out to be (Recommending!)

2003-07-28T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have lived at Belle Haven towers for 2 years and it is really not as bad as these reviews say. We had roaches one year but maintanence came and got rid of them. I have NEVER seen a prostitute here and I have no idea what the person who ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: ROACHES, POOR A/C SYSTEM (Not Recommending)

2003-07-06T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have lived in building 6034 for about 4 months and am becoming progressively more unhappy with the living conditions. First, upon moving in the apartment had not been cleaned throughly. The bathroom cabinet had not been cleaned and contained an used roach trap!! Second, I started to notice roaches ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: not worth the money (Not Recommending)

2003-06-11T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: only been here for a few months but the hallways and apt rooms smell very bad. walls are paper thin. not enough washers and dryers. trust me when i say your money is worth alot more. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: Run! Run! Run! (Not Recommending)

2003-06-03T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: too expensive, too rundown, too smelly, too many ROACHES! Just opened a so-called onsite "store" with people working that know hardly any English! I also saw a dead roach in the store . . . next to the honey buns. Just put a new washer machine system in (mind you, ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: quality of life going down and roaches (Not Recommending)

2003-06-03T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I´ve lived here for 15 years and I can honestly say, they are letting anybody and everybody in here. Often times it is too loud and you can here people fighting and arguing. For the amount of rent, that keeps going up each year, all of the buildings are old ... [click to read full apartment review]

Belle Haven Towers: no major complaints -- give it time, just give it time (Not Recommending)

2003-06-03T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I´ve lived here for two years, building 6038. There are roaches here. They normally are prevelant during the winter months. This is my only major complaint, of course the car theft around, but I don´t have a car. I´ve noticed, there are also prostitutes that hang out at the front ... [click to read full apartment review]