Apartment Ratings | Parc Vista Ratings and Reviews

Parc Vista: Time to say truth (Not Recommending)

2008-11-08T08:10:04-06:00

From -Anonymous-: PV under the Archstone Smith ownership and management is a very bad example of doing business. PV manages everything in an arrogant Communist style. A location of the building is great but what else? Major building problems are never solved honestly: Air conditioning system, water, mold, bad quality carpeting, old ... [click to read full apartment review]

Parc Vista: I loved living here (Recommending!)

2008-10-19T09:17:18-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I would recommend Parc Vista to anyone living in Arlingon. First of all, the location is great. When I lived here, I didn't have a car, so the fact that the building is literally steps from the Pentagon City metro was a huge plus. Also within walking distance are many ... [click to read full apartment review]

Parc Vista: Has gone to the dumps (Not Recommending)

2008-08-15T18:52:49-06:00

From Popcorn55: Mean spirited constantly changing property managers, filthy hallways, did not plan well for introducing pets, have had several instances of mold, with poor response, residents throw things over balcony, price goes up service continues to go down. Constant fire alarms, profanity for weeks in elevators, trash rooms constantly overflows on ... [click to read full apartment review]

Parc Vista: Honest Review (Not Recommending)

2008-08-04T12:54:38-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have lived in the Parc Vista for a bit over five years now. Recently, I made the decision to move due to a number of unfortunate problems with a building which, at one time could be considered nice. The Parc Vista, while having the benefit of an outstanding location, ... [click to read full apartment review]

Parc Vista: One of the worst you'll find (Not Recommending)

2007-10-26T18:01:35-06:00

From -Anonymous-: The Good:-Great location a block from the Pentagon City metro station and right next door to the mall (Fashion Centre) and Pentagon Row; across the street from Best Buy and Borders; lots of shopping and restaurants within a 5 minute walk-The neighborhood is safe (as a female I am comfortable ... [click to read full apartment review]

Parc Vista: Very convenient! (Not Recommending)

2007-04-28T16:27:13-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I lived in this complex for a little over a year and enjoyed it. I never heard my neighbors but did hear a lot of traffic noise and sirens-such is life in a city. Construction noise was maddening, I started wearing earplugs when I wanted to sleep in or when ... [click to read full apartment review]

Parc Vista: Great place to live (Recommending!)

2007-03-09T15:22:16-06:00

From cwhlin: Have been at Parc Vista since last June. Overall very happy with the apartment.

1. Location is fabulous, walking distance to Pentagon City mall and metro.
2. Receptionists are always responsive and nice.
3. Management is fairly responsive and usually returns phone calls within 24 hours.
4. Maintenance is great! Usually repair the ... [click to read full apartment review]

Parc Vista: (Not Recommending)

2006-08-17T09:00:58-06:00

From -Anonymous-: ... [click to read full apartment review]

Parc Vista: I moved from the Midwest and I couldn't imagine living anywhere else! (Recommending!)

2006-07-19T12:44:06-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I moved to the Washington DC area from the Midwest in August of 2005, and I moved to Parc Vista in December of the same year.

Coming from where I lived before (in Alexandria) to Parc Vista was a huge change, and probably the deciding factor in me not moving back ... [click to read full apartment review]

Parc Vista: Not so bad (Recommending!)

2005-12-30T00:26:17-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Lived here for almost half a year now.

Pros.

1. Real great location. Everything in a walking distance - Pentagon City Mall(Nordstrom, Macys.. all the shops), Costco, Harris Teeter and so on. Literally few steps away from the metro station.

2. Above average concierge service.

3. No noise from upstairs or ... [click to read full apartment review]

Parc Vista: Wow..the response written on 8/24/2005 is spot on... (Not Recommending)

2005-09-26T15:32:17-06:00

From -Anonymous-: just wanted to amplify what was said. I'm a current resident and can't wait to get out of here. The renovations...the elevators..the parking garage mess...and nothing from management on this. First moved in to Parc Vista in 2004...and the management team then was pretty good. It's gone nothing but downhill ... [click to read full apartment review]

Parc Vista: Craphole. (Not Recommending)

2005-08-24T17:05:45-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Let's get the minimal positives out of the way first.

1. Location - The location really is awesome. Pentagon City Metro station is right outside the door, you can walk to the grocery store, mall, everything, very easily.

2. Moving In - The entire leasing process, moving in, and the first ... [click to read full apartment review]

Parc Vista: mafia management (Not Recommending)

2005-07-31T09:21:28-06:00

From -Anonymous-: This is the worst place I have ever lived.
The location is great (next to Pentagon Mall) -- however after a year's lease they
hiked the rent up an additional $1000 and when I asked them what that was about, they said "we can do whatever we want". They lure people into ... [click to read full apartment review]

Parc Vista: You get what you pay for............. (Recommending!)

2005-06-27T23:20:44-06:00

From wonk22202@yahoo.com: Pros:

Friendly and relaxed staff.
4 min. walk to metro.
No problem getting parking spot.
Great location!
Moderately priced (in 2004).
Very quiet in the building. Never heard neighbors.
Rooftop pool clean and convenient.
Security is pretty good.
Maintenance crew never entered without proper notice.

Cons:

Frequent fire engine noise from outside building.
Garage door broken once per month.
Water turned off for ... [click to read full apartment review]

Parc Vista: Excellent Location/Aging Appliances, Heat & Rugs (Not Recommending)

2005-03-17T11:18:26-06:00

From -Anonymous-: large increase in rent after initial year lease so I moved. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Parc Vista: Carbon Monoxide Scare in Charles Smith Apartment Building (Not Recommending)

2005-01-23T14:55:46-06:00

From clintonsmithII: On Saturday night, January 22nd, 2005, the Arlington, Virginia Fire department and Police department answered an alarming call about carbon monoxide poison gases in a Charles Smith-Archstone apartment on South 5th Street, Arlington, Virginia. The residence were experiencing symptoms like headaches, dizziness and vomiting.
The Carbon monoxide detector in the apartment ... [click to read full apartment review]

Parc Vista: New Management is Unfriendly and Responsive to Needs (Not Recommending)

2005-01-15T07:00:40-06:00

From lulusmith: I just moved out of the Charles Smith Archstone "White Elephant" of a building on January 14th 2005. The new management is awful. Maybe they are gay and do not like women? I do not know. They prance around in cheap suits and do not listen to your needs. They ... [click to read full apartment review]

Parc Vista: Used to be great - not any more (Not Recommending)

2004-11-28T22:53:51-06:00

From -Anonymous-: We moved in 2002 and the staff was fabulous. Now the manager and assist. manager are totally non-tenant responsive. They just started a month or 2 ago and they are like the most unfriendly, unfeeling couple of guys I've ever met. They are hiking the rents (like $300 a month) ... [click to read full apartment review]

Parc Vista: Not at all perfect (Not Recommending)

2004-09-08T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I was initially lured into renting at the Parc Vista by the auspicious claims made on the Charles E. Smith homepage on "urban living at a new level of elegance and style". Well, I am apprehensive to fully subscribe to this promise, mainly because of the following reasons:
- the gym ... [click to read full apartment review]

Parc Vista: Great Place to live! (Recommending!)

2004-08-17T00:00:00-06:00

From novelltc: I have a tenacity of negative forshadowing so lets hope this does not bite me in the arse. I've been here for almost a month and have no complaints at all. The apartment is a great deal considering your space, location and the fact that utilities are included. The staff ... [click to read full apartment review]

Parc Vista: I LOVE THIS PLACE! I AM NEVER MOVING OUT (Recommending!)

2004-07-31T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I just want to say that management is doing a wonderful job here at the Parc Vista.Theres some things I like about this building that makes me so proud to come home to like Vita Thomas shes always friendly and pleaseant speaking, Katie is always helpful and courteous when I ... [click to read full apartment review]

Parc Vista: Here we go again... (Not Recommending)

2004-07-28T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Well, I have been here two months, and the water has been shut off from 9 to 5 three times in two months!! The latest issue is even though they said the water was going to be shut off, I called the front desk 7 pm the night before the ... [click to read full apartment review]

Parc Vista: Started good, ending terrible (Not Recommending)

2004-07-03T00:00:00-06:00

From rkstell: When I first moved in everyone was friendly and helpful. Now there are new faces and they are not so friendly. In addition, they change policies without informing the residents. I move at the end of this month and I can not wait!! ... [click to read full apartment review]

Parc Vista: We Shall See... (Not Recommending)

2004-07-02T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have been here almost six weeks, and the water in the building has been shut off twice. The first time, they told us it would not affect the air conditioning. That was a lie, as the a/c was shut off for almost 18 hours, on the hottest day of ... [click to read full apartment review]

Parc Vista: Great place, good value (Recommending!)

2004-03-05T00:00:00-06:00

From bulimicbarbie2: I moved here after a year living in hell at the "Archstone Newport Village" in Alexandria and what a pleasant surprise. Management are friendly and helpful, and any maintenance problems are fixed within 24h. Apts are a good size, sound proof, warm in winter (we rarely even turn the heat ... [click to read full apartment review]

Parc Vista: Great Value (Recommending!)

2003-11-18T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: This has been my first time living in a downtown setting, I was a little nervous, but I´m really glad I made the move. The management has been very friendly, the location is right on Metro, I have a great view, and everything I want to do is right here. ... [click to read full apartment review]