The Harper Apartamentos

The management issues threats and basically laughs off maintenance requests. There are so many better options in DC. Chose one of those.

I lived in the Harper for 6 years in two different units and loved every second of it. I'd honestly never have moved if the building had 2 bedroom apartments in it, but we just needed more space. Aside from it being in a great location, the entire staff were incredibly helpful with everything from installing fixtures to fixing drains to putting lunches I forgot to take to work back in my fridge for me during the day. Jason, the property manager, was always available to answer any questions and I... loved the rooftop views from the patio (and also from the well-located and equipped gym). Can't recommend this place enough! Lee mas

My junior 1-bedroom is very small but the layout is perfect. The on-site staff are all friendly and helpful, and they host fun events for residents every month or two. Amenities are great too--free coffee and tea in the lobby, gym, business center with printer, and rooftop. I love living here!

I LOVE the Harper. The location is incredible - you are walkable to everything. The design is classic but updated. The pricing is incredibly fair. (High, yes, but this is DC and utilities - not cable or internet- are included). When you factor that in and add the location it can't be beat. The management company is pleasant and responsive. They seem to do a lot of preventive work and are always checking windows and air filters. Residents are friendly, though not overly social. Everyone gets... along fine and respects each others space. It's a great place to start out. Lee mas

The upside:

1. The location might be the best in the city. Walk Score gives the address a 99. Trader Joe's is across the street, the Metro is two blocks away and many offices are within a 25-minute walk.
2. You'll hear it often: the restaurants are great. Le Diplomate is overrated, but do try Estadio and Rice.
3. The building has a handsome exterior and good amenities, including a roof deck, fitness center, resident lounge, and storage units.
4. While the units are relatively small, the... layouts are efficient and don't feel cramped.

The downside:

1. If you're a pet lover, you're out of luck.
2. The noise on weekend nights can get annoying, but the windows do a pretty good job of blocking most of it out.
3. Pricing is steep. Lee mas