Apartment Ratings | Park at Arlington Ridge Ratings and Reviews

Park at Arlington Ridge: Just signed, Great so far! (Recommending!)

2008-09-22T07:55:51-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Ok. So admittedly, I have not lived here yet. BUT! The reason that I signed with this place is for their 2 months rent free special on a renovated 1 bedroom apts, I believe they also have this special going on with alot of their other apartments. I also like ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: New to the area? Solid choice...besides that, don't bother (Not Recommending)

2008-08-20T11:57:33-06:00

From VADCres21: I despise nothing more than a worthless review on this site. Therefore, I hope to be an accurate resource for those of you who are looking.Lived here for 1 year (moving out next week)Lived in 2 Bedroom 1 Bath with Roommate20 something femalePros:Newer apartments/renovatedNice lookingNew applianceswash/dry in apt = awesomeFast/good ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: A good Choice! (Recommending!)

2008-07-16T22:37:28-06:00

From kiser1: I lived at this place for about 7 months and was very pleased. I would go as far as to say it was one of the best apartment complexes I've ever lived in (granted I am young and have not lived in many) I lived in building 1533 on 28th ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Not worth it (Not Recommending)

2008-06-11T12:51:19-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I've been living at the Park at Arlington Ridge for a few months now, and I would not recommend it. Sure it looks all nice and pretty up front, but the reality is that the renovations that they have done are very shoddy. They appliances look good because they're "new", ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Pros and Cons (UPDATED) (Not Recommending)

2008-07-14T11:35:47-06:00

From udlilkimbo: I have lived at the Park for about 9 months; the apartments have their pros and their cons.The units themselves: Pros: Each apartment is a decent size and has nice cabinetry, track lighting, and kitchen appliances. It's nice to have the washer and dryer in each unit, as well.Mid: The ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Alright?? All Pros and Cons listed (Recommending!)

2008-02-24T23:57:28-06:00

From -Anonymous-: The wife and I have lived at the complex for a few months now since our move from Texas and the overall apartments are not too bad. Just a few things to point out to prospective leasees: inside the apartment the walls show every scratch (probably lousy paint),parking is an ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Lived here for 2 years - would easily recommend (Recommending!)

2008-02-10T11:42:58-06:00

From -Anonymous-: My husband and I have lived here for two years. We have a 2 bedroom / 1 bath and its the perfect size for us and a toddler. Pros:-We didn't have to pay a deposit. (I saw on another review that someone did... so we may have just caught a ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Love it! (Recommending!)

2008-01-23T14:00:35-06:00

From Leigh-in-DC: I love that I'm so close to work in DC and don't feel like I live in the city! Yay Trees and grass! I don't have to pay for parking my car (a big thing at allot of the places we looked at). The kitchen is really nice- all new, ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Awful (Not Recommending)

2008-01-22T19:25:56-06:00

From vrm108: The apartment complex tried to charge us for a full months rent when we moved in on the 25th.They do random apartment searches and claim it's maitenance. Their 'pet friendly' attitude is ridiculous. $500 non-refundable deposit and $50/month 'rent' for a cat. That's absurd.If you refer a friend, they promise ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Overall. Great experience (Recommending!)

2007-11-24T15:49:54-06:00

From -Anonymous-: My wife and I have been living in this comnunity since early 2006. We live in a one bedroom apartment in one of the buildings off Army Navy drive. Even though we are close to 395, we don't hear any traffic noise. The walls are very thick and our unit ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Luxury? (Not Recommending)

2007-11-09T12:30:17-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Societal problem in general- don't lie to me by saying it's luxury just because you put in a new stove, a few track lights and some paint. spin and marketing do not work. It's a boxy and small 1950s building that used to be military and low income housing. Neighbors ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Loving it!!! (Recommending!)

2007-11-02T15:55:01-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I love my luxury apartment! I recently moved here from another so called luxury apartment home. That was absolutely nothing compared to The Park at Arlington Ridge. During my short tenure here, the staff has been great and very attentive to any questions or concerns that I have had. I ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Pros and Cons to Living at the Park (Not Recommending)

2007-10-11T21:29:51-06:00

From dst16: I lived at the Park at Arlington Ridge for 2 years. It was recommended to me by a then -current resident and she raved about the place. From Day 1, I experienced problems. Granted, I moved in while the property was still fairly new and the Management staff was very ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Only drawback is distance from the metro (Recommending!)

2007-08-31T11:23:15-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have lived at the Park since July of 2006 and for the most part, enjoyed the experience. I moved in because it was my first apartment after school and it was the cheapest by far that I could find that was still high quality apartments. But after living there ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Worth Considering as Management is Improving (Recommending!)

2007-08-19T15:55:56-06:00

From jmhumr: As a tenant since the Park opened, here are my thoughts...OVERALLDefinitely worth considering for the commute convenience and low-stress neighborhood. Most of my complaints are with the property management company and not the property itself. Things have definitely improved as the Park becomes more established (it's still only 3 years ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Not bad, but Pricey! (Recommending!)

2007-06-29T12:02:47-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I've lived at the Park for almost 2 years. Here is what I found that you might find helpful about this place.Pros:- The area is well taken care of except for the occassional elephant sized dog dookies.- Maintenance is pretty good. They try to get to you as soon as ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Nice but far from metro (Recommending!)

2007-06-29T09:39:28-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I moved down to the DC area to go to grad school. I chose the Park at Arlington Ridge because the apartments are nice and it was the most reasonable price in the area. I have enjoyed living at the Park for the past year. The apartments are a bit ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: The Management is Horrible- they are not worth your time. (Not Recommending)

2007-06-27T11:57:33-06:00

From -Anonymous-: This place may look beautiful- and it is but I have never dealt with a bunch of more arrogant people in my life. Once they have you sign a lease they could care less about you and it is pretty crazy that you have to give over a $500 non-refundable ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: It is the best place I have ever lived! (Recommending!)

2007-05-12T09:17:39-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I moved into The Park at Arlington Ridge when it was first renovated. From the first day I visited the community I have been sold on the great staff, great floor plan with a gorgeous kitchen. I love to cook and the oversized counter space is such a plus for ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Not so great (Not Recommending)

2007-05-07T11:42:45-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Unprofessional and poor quality leasing staff. Horrible and untimely maintenance crew. Parking is a hassle. The shuttle bus can be unreliable. The cupboards and appliances are of poor quality. The sidewalks and parking lot stay treacherous for too long after it snows. Trash is left around the grounds. Preventive maintenance ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Wonderful Community (Recommending!)

2007-05-02T08:32:37-06:00

From kstripling02: I have lived at the Park at Arlington Ridge for almost two years now and I've had a wonderful experience. I have two dogs and in the Metro DC area it's difficult to find a pet friendly community, so I was lucky to find a home here. The Park at ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: (Recommending!)

2007-04-03T08:39:56-06:00

From juaacu@yahoo.com: I've been living in this comunity for a yera and I'm definily recomended it, the area is really good close to 395, US1, 5 min away fron downtown D.C, The service is excelent, very clean , quiet, I have to move to another city, but for me I'll stay in ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Very happy here (Recommending!)

2007-03-11T20:43:10-06:00

From -Anonymous-: We moved in November of 2006, after being pleased with the staff, grounds, and location. We have not been disappointed since we have been here. This community is very dog friendly, and all the neighbors I have met have been very friendly. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Watch where you pick... (Not Recommending)

2007-03-01T08:58:24-06:00

From -Anonymous-: For months, I too, have been experiencing a mold problem. I brought this to their attention and they told me that they brought in a professional to check it out. I asked for a letter in writing from the professional. Never once did I get the opportunity to speak with ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Great staff that cares (Recommending!)

2006-12-08T11:07:05-06:00

From -Anonymous-: My wife and I had a problem with raccoons in our attic (we're on the top floor). The property manager, Wanda, was very helpful and always returned my calls while we worked through the problem. The exterminator caught the raccoon in a live trap and the Park fixed the hole ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Looks can be deceiving.... (Not Recommending)

2006-11-21T10:17:58-06:00

From -Anonymous-: It may look nice on the outside and they might have a sparkly clean clubhouse, but the stress you will endure with the management & maintenance staff outweighs the perks. I have had a problem with flies due to mold and mildew for 2 months now and it still has ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Totally unethical management! (Not Recommending)

2006-11-06T20:45:50-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I agree with the other comments on this site about how horrible this place is. I will not be renewing my lease here. They also did to me what someone else here described. After I signed my lease, they sent me a letter saying I owed a $250.00 amenity fee ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Ugh... (Not Recommending)

2006-10-21T17:38:49-06:00

From Devra: I don't need to recap what others have said, so I'll mention the one thing they didn't. Not long after moving in here, I became extremely sick. I still managed to keep the place clean. During this time I had to call to have the air checked. Apparently, they came ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Maintenance Slow (Not Recommending)

2006-09-20T12:48:56-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Maintenance has been very unresponsive lately and I've had to call mutliple times to get anything fixed. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Don't Even think about it (Not Recommending)

2006-09-13T20:18:05-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have lived in the Park for a little over a year. My problems occurred when my roommate and I attempted to renew our lease. Not only did our rent increase without notice before the lease was left on our door with little correspondence from the rental office but three ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Pretty good for the area (Recommending!)

2006-09-11T20:58:30-06:00

From -Anonymous-: In life you have to often take the good with the bad.

There are many good things about the Park- like the w/d in the unit, nice new appliances, expansive landscaping, good sized bedrooms, you get the picture.

But there are also the bad- like the parking. If you don't get home ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: good deal (Recommending!)

2006-07-07T01:38:23-06:00

From sunray107: I've been looking for the apartments in this area for the past 3 years. And let me tell you, Park at Arlington Ridge has the best prices for what they offer. Nice, clean, renovated units, great fitness center and pool, safe and friendly area. Great for families with kids. Of ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: A bit rocky toward the end, but overall good (Recommending!)

2008-07-23T08:19:04-06:00

From faeriequeen3: I lived at the Park at Arlington Ridge for 2 years, and moved out this year due to my roommate moving out and the 1 bedrooms seeming too expensive. Overall, my stay at the Park was positive. Yes, parking was difficult late at night, and there was only 1 dumpster ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: DON'T MOVE HERE! (Not Recommending)

2006-05-17T14:12:49-06:00

From -Anonymous-: This opinion is about Colonies of Arlington, an apartment complex owned by the same company. It is located down the street from the Park at Arlinton Ridge.

One month after moving here we found out that the management company who owns this property (Gates, Hudson, and Associates) began evicting it's tenants ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Great location, but everything is BROKE (Not Recommending)

2006-04-30T18:55:40-06:00

From g1plnops@yahoo.com: moved in here two months ago. had problems ever since. you name it, air conditioner didn't work, got it fixed, then heat didn't work. closet doors always break, at night very hard to find parking, sometimes even impossible. no close by garbage disposals. they rushed into renovating these "luxury" appartments ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Opinions (Recommending!)

2006-04-01T11:27:43-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Everyone has an opinion, but you have to put into account that these guys building the apartments are gettin the job done! I understand the issuses w/ parking, and any problems that arise when moving into a brand new apartment, but overall the apartment community is very nice, I wouldn't ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Not Worth it (Not Recommending)

2006-03-18T17:54:46-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have been living here for past couple of months and I have to say its not worth the price.
Some of the problems that I face are:
1) No adequate parking space
2) Apartments are very small, no balcony or patio
3) Call button to apartments still don't work.
4) No luxary at ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Nickel and diming for "luxury" (Not Recommending)

2006-01-21T13:08:42-06:00

From -Anonymous-: The apartments are new and nice but they are not "luxury" by any means. They offered a lot of enticements to move in, such as a new clubhouse, exercise room, pool, bus pass. They took the bus pass away after a month, substituting a van service that doesn't work for ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Thanks for the Holiday Party (Recommending!)

2006-01-20T21:40:34-06:00

From -Anonymous-: We just moved in 2 months ago. This is the best place for the money and the amenities. There is plenty of parking. The garage is great. Its a great location.

Our apartemnt is very nice and everything is brand new. Life is wonderful!

The staff in the office are courteous and ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Horrible place to live (Not Recommending)

2005-11-15T08:48:58-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I never lived in a place with so many dishonest managers. I agree that Roy is the only reputable person that works for Gates Hudson. Seriously it amy look nice but be very weary of what lurks under the surface. trust me on this one. Its not worth the hassle ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Run as fast as you can in the other direction (Not Recommending)

2005-11-06T19:40:29-06:00

From -Anonymous-: its all been said before but i will second and add that this may have been the worst living situation I have ever put myself in. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: good place for the area (Recommending!)

2005-10-23T20:55:37-06:00

From -Anonymous-: we just moved to the area. foud this place by chance. I am glad we did - so far so good.

Although it would be nice to have the club house but we'll wait patiently. we are not going anywhere.

we love our apartment and the neighbors are great. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Nice if you don't mind no clubhouse (Recommending!)

2005-10-20T12:21:28-06:00

From -Anonymous-: If you're dead set on having a clubhouse, this probably isn't the place for you since they seem to have blown through about a dozen promised deadlines for finishing it (they told us the beginning of October).

Still, the apartments are all newly refurbished, the area is improving, there's a gym ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: nice place for the rent (Recommending!)

2005-10-05T11:28:01-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I moved here a few months ago and find The Park to be nice apartments. The proximity to DC is great for the money.

I am still waiting for the club house and the garage to be completed. The only problem I face from time to time is parking but when ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Run for your life! (Not Recommending)

2005-09-28T16:30:58-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I totally agree with the other negative complaints that have been voiced here. To put it simply, this place sucks. I have lived in countless numbers of apartments in my life and have never had an experience like this . The staff in the front office are horrible and phony. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: A mirage that disolves when you discover the lies and misrepresentations (Not Recommending)

2005-09-10T10:08:07-06:00

From -Anonymous-: So today I received a letter about renewing my lease as my old lease is coming to a close (which I have already done mind you) in the letter it identifies how they anticipate the Club House being large enough for all of these apartments; They are going to charge ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Simply Awful (Not Recommending)

2005-08-25T08:46:33-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I could go on and on and detail how horrible everything has been here, but Im sure you can read some of the other reviews for that. All I have to say is the positive reviews CANNOT be true, I have not had this much stress just from the place ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: don't believe who says he is happy (Not Recommending)

2005-08-12T13:25:52-06:00

From hajal75: no body is happy in the park at arlington ridge
they promise many things and they did not fullfil their promisses
they are lyers. the positive review was written by them. no parking, no pool,no gym. all of these still under constructionsince last january.
to all resident at P.A.A.R, STOP PAYING THE RENT ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Great deal (Recommending!)

2005-07-20T13:52:45-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I am very lucky to have found this apartment. The price is really great, there is nothing wrong with it, and the staff is very nice (I am not sure why one of the people that reviewed this apt. complained about the staff!). The only problem is parking, but if ... [click to read full apartment review]

Park at Arlington Ridge: Passive Aggressive (Recommending!)

2005-07-07T15:24:40-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I love my apartment and so far have not had any problems with the actual apartment itself. I love the location and the grounds are beautiful. The people that live here seem pretty nice too.

But, I have found that the people who work at the front office will treat ... [click to read full apartment review]