- Bedrooms
- Studio - 3Studio - 3 Beds
- Bathrooms
- 1 - 1.51 - 1.5 Baths
- Sq. Ft.
- 512 - 1,152 sq ft
Pricing and Floor Plans
1 Bed 1 Bath
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2 Bed 1 Bath
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3 Bed 1.5 Bath
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Details
Lease Term Options
- 12 - 18 Month Leases
Property Information
- Built in 1965
- 307 units4 stories
Fees & Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Utilities & Essentials
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Renter's Insurance$0.01 - $17 / mo
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Water & Sewer Admin Fee$3.50 / mo
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Electric UsageVaries / mo
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Gas UsageVaries / mo
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Sewer UsageVaries / mo
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Water UsageVaries / mo
One-Time Basics
Due at Application
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Application Fee Per Applicant$25
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Applications$25
Due at Move-In
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Sure Bond in lieu of Security Deposit$0.01 - $350
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Security DepostVaries one-time
Other
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Unassigned Parking$45 / yr
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Guest Parking Pass$7 / occurrence
Additional Parking Options
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Surface Lot
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Other
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Covered
Dogs Allowed
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Dog Rent$25 / mo
35 lbs. Weight Limit
Restrictions
None
Comments
Dogs
Cats Allowed
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Cat Rent$25 / mo
35 lbs. Weight Limit
Restrictions
None
Comments
Cats
Other Pets Allowed
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Monthly Pet Fee$25 / mo
Personalized Add-Ons
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Guest Pool Pass$5 / occurrence
Situational
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Electric Utility Admin Fee$25 / mo
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Gas Utility Admin Fee$25 / mo
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NSF Tenant Fee$35 / occurrence
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Door Lock Replacement$35 / occurrence
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Mailbox Lock Replacement$35 - $37.50 / occurrence
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Replacement Key$5 / occurrence
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Pool Pass Replacement$5 / occurrence
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Replacement Fob Key$75 / occurrence
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Late Fee1% of base rent / occurrence
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Explore Commute Options
Property Highlights
- 8 Minutes From Metro Green Line
- 8 Minutes From Naylor Road Metro Station
- Access To Interstate
- Cable, Central A/C, Disposal, Gas Stove, Internet
- Furnishings Available
- Patio Or Terrace
- Wall-To-Wall Carpeting
Apartment Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Cable Ready
- Ceiling Fans
- Dining Room
- Disposal
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Hardwood Floors
- Heating
- High Speed Internet Access
- Patio
- Range
- Walk-In Closets
- Window Coverings
Community Features
- Laundry Facilities
- Playground
- Pool
Map of Penn Southern
Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable
Transit
Good public transit
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
A Sound Score rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
Transit
Subway
3 min Drive
Commuter Rail
15 min Drive
Commuter Rail
15 min Drive
Airport
19 min Drive
Airport
38 min Drive
Airport
47 min Drive
Moving to Coral Hills, Capitol Heights, MD
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate Penn Southern proximity to Fort Davis Center, Fairfax Village Shopping Center, and Coral Hills Shopping Center. Fort Davis Center is 0.6 miles away, and Fairfax Village Shopping Center is within a 15 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 70, Penn Southern has good public transit, including 10 transit stops within 7.6 miles. Transit options include Naylor Road and Benning Road.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near Penn Southern are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.9 miles, including Fort Dupont Park, Oxon Cove Park, and Frederick Douglass National Historic Site.
Airports
Living in Coral Hills provides easy access to Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located just 18 minutes from Penn Southern. Another nearby airport is Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall, located 30.7 miles away.
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Bradbury Heights Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Dupont Park Adventist School
Grades PK-8
Private
William W. Hall Academy
Grades PK-8
Public
Suitland High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Cornerstone Schools of Washington, D.C.
Grades PK-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| Georgetown Law | Drive: 12 min (5.3 mi) |
| Georgetown | Drive: 12 min (5.3 mi) |
| Gallaudet University | Drive: 12 min (5.7 mi) |
| Georgetown Law | Drive: 13 min (6 mi) |
About Penn Southern
Nearby Metro Bus and Metro Rail stations make Penn Southern the choice alternative to expensive and cramped city living. Every apartment has a private patio or balcony and a host of other amenities. Close to downtown Washington and Capitol Hill.
Nearby Metro Bus and Metro Rail stations make Penn Southern the choice alternative to expensive and cramped city living. Every apartment has a private patio or balcony and a host of other amenities. Close to downtown Washington and Capitol Hill.
Penn Southern is an apartment community in Capitol Heights, MD
Contact
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
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- Thursday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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- Saturday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Renter Reviews
For Penn Southern
7 Ratings & Reviews
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10/20/22
Best Resident Services Team
Penn Southern Service team is very fast and efficient.
They have the best Resident Service Team . Marvenise is the Bomb along with Tasha and Karim. It’s always good customer service A+Review from Apartments.com
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