2424 Penn

Reviews

• EW

  Erin Wiegman

  Feb 14, 2026
  1.0
  DO NOT SIGN A LEASE HERE. I do not normally leave negative reviews, but after months of unresolved issues, I feel compelled to share my experience. Since moving in, I have dealt with ongoing maintenance failures, safety concerns, and a complete lack of communication from management. In December 2025, I reported a mouse in my apartment. I was given sticky traps and told to wait several days for pest control. Despite multiple follow-ups and confirmations, I was later told I was not even on the schedule. Pest control ultimately never came as promised. As of February 14, 2026, I am still finding mice droppings on my kitchen counters. Management stated that holes in my HVAC system were sealed with steel wool to address the issue, yet there are still mice in my apartment. The pest problem has clearly not been resolved. My coat closet door, which had been stuck since move-in, was finally forced open and repaired in December. However, the door is now visibly chipped and damaged from being ripped open, leaving wood paint chips on my floor. Staff and pest control have entered my apartment without proper notice in the past. During the December smoke detector issue and inspections, there was confusion about whether inspections had even occurred, and staff indicated they planned to re-enter units without notice because they were unable to finish inspecting all apartments. Planned entry without clear notice is alarming and a serious concern. Additionally, my smoke detector began chirping at 5:45 AM one morning despite “inspections” allegedly occurring the day before. I attempted to reach the 24-hour front desk for over 30 minutes before they contacted emergency maintenance. The detector beeped for nearly two hours before being removed, leaving me temporarily without one — all during finals week, on top of the ongoing pest issues. The building conditions have also deteriorated. There has been dog urine left in the elevator, vomit on elevator buttons that was not promptly cleaned, and the elevator has been broken—forcing residents to walk outside to access the garage. I have also experienced stolen food deliveries directly from outside my door. Noise and safety are constant concerns. Neighbors regularly yell at each other in the hallways at all hours, especially between 1–4 AM with banging on doors and shouting. One neighbor has asked me for money outside my apartment, and other neighbors have made repeated comments about my appearance that made me extremely uncomfortable. The behavior has reached a point where I actively avoid certain residents for my own sense of safety. In addition, there is frequently a strong chemical, burning smell coming from the neighboring unit that resembles possible drug use. This odor enters my apartment and raises serious safety concerns. There also appears to be mold in the bathroom vents, and the water quality is questionable — at times the water has come out with a silver discoloration. I have documented these issues with photos and emails, yet my concerns have been completely ignored. These ongoing problems have significantly impacted my sleep, coursework, and overall sense of security in my home.
• RT

  Rosemary Tyrcha

  Oct 6, 2025
  1.0
  Overall, just absolutely not worth the endless headache of living here, especially considering the ridiculously high prices for what you get. Pros: - very accessible to metro/bus and essentials like grocery stores and pharmacies - front desk, maintenance, and cleaning staff are polite and responsive Cons: - mold covering walls, vents look like they haven't been cleaned in years. could barely see out of my window it was so dirty. - the whole building is just extremely dirty. Despite the maintenance staff's best attempts, it's just so run down on a systemic level it can't be fixed by band-aid solutions. - leasing office/property management is neglectful and unprofessional. rarely, if ever, respond to issues, and are rude and honestly sketchy. - laundry machines are frequently out of order, and even when they're functional, don't get clothes fully clean or dry. - rental payment system is wonky and very out of date - residents get into physical altercations in common areas, pull fire alarms unnecessarily, scream at each for hours, and management does nothing - not really anyone's fault, but the apartments facing the street are so, so noisy because of the hospital and fire departments nearby. - generally, the building just does not feel safe, especially as a young woman. frequent unsavory interactions with others.
• JW

  Jazzmyn Watson

  Oct 3, 2025
  4.0
  This place is ok but overrated and over priced with no amenities at all. It has a gym and rooftop with nothing. It has a lot of MOLD IN THE BUILDING. THEY HAVE CUT OUT MOLD IN THE UNIT 3TIMES. I HAVE LOST SO MUCH OF MY BELONGINGS IT'S CRAZY. THE MAN IN THE LEASING OFFICE ISN'T PROFESSIONAL AT ALL. JUST BEING HONEST💯
• JP

  Jenna Poplausky

  Oct 11, 2020
  5.0
  I lived here for a year and a half and had an incredible experience. The apartments are really spacious and clean. The location cannot be beat you are a 5 minute walk away from anything you need. And the staff in the building are so kind and helpful. Highly recommend if you are looking for a place in the foggy bottom area
• JV

  Jose Vera

  Dec 24, 2019
  5.0
  I love this building, I been living here only one month and it has been amazing and convenient!!! Everything is walking distance, all the essentials are close by, there is a grocery store, metro, shopping street and the Washington DC monuments are within walking distance. The rooftop in the building is spectacular, there’s a gym, laundry room and evening a market in case you need some little essentials but the THE BEST PART OF IT ALL , and I really cannot express my DEEPEST GRATITUDE is the amazing BUILDING STAFF!! Adrijanna the property manager is superb and what she does, she is the most caring person ever, she really makes you feel like your home no matter where your from. I really want to thank her for everything she had done. To Dorothy, Wayaca, Kia and Staci the concierge ladies that ensure we are safe, ensure that if we need anything or any updates in the building are communicated to us, THANK YOU LADIES FOR ALL THAT YOU DO and for all the amazing conversations and finally I cannot forget the maintenance staff James and Felipe who always ensure our units and building are up to date day and night. I’m so grateful to to reside in a building where it really feels like HOME!!!!!

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