The Kenmore

Reviews

Mabel Walsh

The leasing agents are very professional and attentive.

Katie Blake Robinson

The apartment itself is alright, but all my experiences with the management have been horrible. Bozzuto's corporate office is unreachable when the Kenmore's management ignores you, so there's nowhere to go. There's constant construction, and I've hav...

Ryan LC

Our move-in experience at the Kenmore was smooth and efficient. The management team made the process very easy for us, and they were good with communication. With advance notice, we easily reserved a window for the loading dock for the movers. So far...

Juha Vimpa

(Translated by Google) I lived for almost a month in this old hostel. The old house and the carpeting, the cable car was made of sticks. Laundry facility in basement and drying with gas drum. Fast and good. The car was parked on very steep side stree...

Derrick Olson

New resident here but everyone has been fantastic so far. Thank you to Paul and the maintenance group and Deondre in the leasing office. Great location and value.

erin frame

Oh boy, where do I even begin. We moved into the Kenmore in December of 2017. We were drawn in by how nicely renovated the apartments were, the neighborhood was (is) quiet and beautiful, and location was close to my husbands work. However that's wher...

Erin Mee

As others have noted, expect to have a terrible rental experience at the Kenmore. First, you are met with terrible customer service from both management and front desk staff. The building itself is old and falling apart. The units are slapped togethe...

Amala Nath

Worst living experience ever.

Aaron Carr

I love my apartment! I moved to the Kenmore about a year ago originally in a studio apartment which I loved. When I was ready to transfer to a bigger unit (1 bedroom) the staff in the management office were wonderful. They helped me throughout the wh...

Shane S.

Dear Bozzuto, Thank you for not returning my call to your corporate line. If you would like DCRA and the general public via the local news to see the photos of mold, my skin rashes and bumps from aforementioned mold, bugs, and to hear the absolute ho...

LaPrade LINC

Worst rental experience I've ever had

Nicole, Rock

We flew in from Arizona to look at this apartment. It is advertised as a weight limit of "70 lb" for dogs. We arrived on site and met with a man from the leasing office. We asked about the pet policy and he said it was actually 40/45lbs. Which is hug...

Thomas Miller

Lived there for a year and ran. Problem after problem. The renovated units are slapped together fast and everything is broken. Move into a Borger or Berstein building. They take care of their properties. Bozzuto is all about profits and cutting corne...

Grace Ries

Constant construction that I’m pretty sure is illegal because the week that I moved out there was a cease construction violation notice posted on the outside of the building. It was unlivable and they refused to comp a portion of my rent. Weird peo...

Andrea G.

I lived there for only a year. My roommate and I had constant issues with management. They NEVER check their email - or maybe they choose to ignore our emails. We also had multiple and constant problems with our unit (e.g. A/C, heat, plumbing). We we...

Lily Ong

I.e. more. Is one of the most convenient condo in Washington DC it got a wholesome environment and at the heart of the city surrounded by business establishments and shopping store near to everything so you won't go far to get what you need in everyd...

Julian Joy

Great management, very affordable, the only thing is my door keeps getting stuck but other than that very, very nice and very friendly. You won’t regret your decision at the Kenmore.

Sanford Reis

We met with a rental agent on Saturday, August 4th. She was very pleasant and we liked the building. We put in an application and also put a hold on an apartment. We were told that the fee for the hold was a $200 money order ( no credit card accepted...

Johnny D.

For all reasons this Building was set to be an Excellent place to live. Outstanding neighbourhood, transportation at the door, I take the bus to work or right to metro and we are in an area that’s quiet. So the new management has changed the whole ...

JungHoan Kim

Its an appartment complex

Colin Ogrady

The Kenmore is a fantastic place to live, whether you're new to the area or a long-time resident. All of the employees, from management and concierge to housekeeping and maintenance, are so friendly and eager to help. After only living at The Kenmore...

Shawn J

I moved to DC just over 4 years ago into a rent controlled building. Didn't take long to get burned on rent increases by Avalon and later Equity (via 'concession' leases). The Kenmore was the my 3rd apartment building in 3 years and I was so glad I m...

Punitha Manavalan

The Kenmore building is a very convenient and family friendly building to live at. Building hosts excellent social activities at least once or twice a month. They offer yoga and meditation classes. They have a 24 hour concierge service that is just w...

Ed Ali

I lived at the Kenmore for 1 year and moved out when I had to relocate for my job. I really enjoyed living at the Kenmore. The staff are very helpful and they're always concerned about any problem you might have. This makes a great difference. Its li...

My living experience at The Kenmore has been excellent, and I would recommend it to anyone considering. Whether you are a young professional just moving to DC or a family looking to live in the middle of a thriving (yet completely safe) environment, ...

I have just been here for a few months. I moved here because I wanted peace and quiet and I got exactly that. Thanks!!

VIKRANT SAGAR

Love the place, people, management and affordability

I like being a part of the Kenmore community. The apartment is well managed, and located in very nice area.

I have been living in the Kenmore, since 1996 (and also from 1988-1993). I absolutely love the neighborhood, I've made some good friends in the building, and the people at the front desk and Maintenance are generally friendly and helpful. I think it ...

Wonderful! Love the consierge - so friendly

Probably one of the best neighborhoods I've lived in. The building is clean and well maintained. Neighbors are respectful. Staff is prompt with any need or issue and is always professional.

The Kenmore is a great place to live. The management company is excellent and responsive, and you get significant value for the price.

Jean Ann Wright

The concierge service is excellent. If a repair is needed, service is provided the same day if reported in the morning. I can't do ladders so this includes changing lightbulbs. I am not near an elevator so the noise does not apply. The apartments are...

convenient, well maintained and located in a safe neighborhood

I have been here approximately 39 years. The apartments are good sized, the common areas are pleasant and well appointed, the staff (although there has been plentiful turnover in the last few years) is now very competent, warm and helpful. Maintenanc...

The Kenmore has a solid location and an amazing staff!

Juanita Mendoza

Excellent experience! The service is really good, eveyone is very undesstanding and willing to help anytime of the day. I loved living here!

Love this place. lots of open space at the back, very good apartment conditions and a great management makes me feel at home here at Kenmore

Verified Resident 338361

When I had an issue in my apartment it was addressed within a reasonable time and the repairs and/or replacements was good. When I had an issue with light bulbs I received the right information needed to get the correct bulb.

Kenmore is a great place to live, it is the best location near the downtown at such a low price point. Me and my friends have always wondered how easy it could be for anyone to walk to the office, to the metros or to any store around. I recommend thi...

Verified Resident 334170

Overall, it has been a good experience. Maintenance seems to ignore requests until you get serious about an issue. Other than that, its a good place to live. The renovations are much better than the older model apartments.

Verified Resident 321977

The apartment is large and light-filled and reasonably priced. Located on major city street with access to public transportation. My neighbors are from all over the world and make the community cosmopolitan and enjoyable.

Love living in the United Nations with neighbors from all over the world. The ambience resembles the cosmopolitan nature of DC. My apartment is large and light-filled. The concierge and maintenance services are outstanding. Management works tirelessl...

Verified Resident 321562

I love the convenience of the location. The staff are friendly and adaptive to our needs. The apartment is lots of storage and bigger than most of the newer buildings. I have found the people living here to be very congenial and the management encour...

Verified Resident 321660

Very comfortable, Kind people, Clean! I really like it here. The concierge, Donna, is especially friendly. She always welcomes me when I come in the door. Kind, friendly interactions really make a difference in how your day goes. I appreciate that th...

It's been a great experience so far! I just moved in last month, and the staff has been amazing. Amenities are great, management has been very helpful, and the online portal meets all my needs for requests.

John Doe

We are being fraudulently charged full rent while not being provided full services at 5415 Connecticut Ave. NW Washington DC 20015. Included in the rent is elevator service from THREE elevators, but only ONE is now functioning, causing delays and saf...

Verified Resident 314710

They have definitely made improvements since the time we have moved in together. They are constantly renovating which is good. The concierge staff is wonderful as is the maintenance staff. At the same time you can hear your neighbors as the walls are...

Verified Resident 313555

I moved in the summer of 2016. (That option was not in the drop down menu). Maintenance is what is most efficient in this community. The maintenance staff is always professional, nice, and most importantly efficient and fast. The best concierges are ...

Verified Resident 306783

I've lived in the Kenmore for more than 10 years. I've seen it go through the changes. It has improved a lot. I like the sense of community. I love how management creates activities for this. I also like how they have e-board that's very convenient a...

Verified Resident 304019

Great experience. Flexible and friendly management. Welcoming community. Kitchen in my apartment is awesome, particularly for a studio. Issues are worked on promptly. Would recommend to friends and family.

It has been very good. Residents are friendly, and the community is welcoming. Management is very flexible and prompt, excellent things to have in your complex.

The Kenmore just keeps getting better.

Verified Resident 302716

The front desk staff, management, and maintenance staff have been very helpful kind and friendly and prompt with service. Since I have been here several older appliances have broken and all have been replaced with new appliances even the garbage disp...

Verified Resident 302797

I enjoy living here. The location is great. Neighbors are nice. A pleasant place to live most of the time and necessary improvements are starting to get done. With Chris as Manager, I believe the building will be much better than it has been for last...

Verified Resident 300267

I am delighted with my corner apartment at the rear of the building. The tall bamboo on one side gives me lots of privacy; I am unaware of my neighbors (and their dogs) when I am in my apartment. The laundry room, with armchairs and a television, is ...

Verified Resident 300372

From the first day, I have felt at home at this property. Beyond the affordability of the apartment, the concierge and other staff have been responsive and welcoming. Whenever any issues arise, the maintenance staff comes up to the apartment in a tim...

Verified Resident 300408

Easy walking access to shopping, Safeway, Starbucks, restaurants, bank. Dogs welcome and accommodated with good walking areas. Love the large windows in the apartment, lots of sunlight makes the unit cheerful.

Verified Resident 300495

My experience is roughly where I expected it to be but now that I am situated in DC I can see myself wanting more from my apartment. A gym or an outdoor space would be pleasant as would a hallway that didn't smell like cigarettes and weed. Having not...

Verified Resident 300540

Although I love the neighborhood, I have been less than thrilled with my unit. The walls and floors are quite thin and the configuration of the apartment is strange. I'm sure this place is good for someone, but not those of us who are noise sensitive...

Verified Resident 300700

I am very happy with the promptness of the maintenance in addresding problems. Ms Brenda is my favorite because of her professionalism and knowledge of her job. Some front dedks won't evenbother to look at you when you enter the door or somebody's ey...

Verified Resident 300703

Kenmore apartments is a beautiful residential apartment. The management is brilliant and they do more than their best to have the building run ship-shape. They do plenty of community activities which is wonderful if you have kids. All the kids get to...

spencer brewer

Everything about the move in process was fantastic. The Assistant manager Katie made things very simple and easy. The customer service before, during and after my move has exceeded expectations and would certainly warrant my recommendation. If you ar...

normg

The apartments are not configured in a way that's conducive to living: the kitchen will be right next to your bed, and the dimensions are more like a narrow shoe box than a studio. Additionally, many of the staff are unfriendly or unhelpful and the w...

rinkjim@mail.com

The Kenmore Apartments was the pits for me when I unfortunately lived there for a year in DC. The Kenmore is Owned by Washington REIT and managed by The Bozzuto Group. The President and CEO of Washington REIT Paul T. McDermott is by all accounts a "W...

Anonymous

Frankly, if they had negative stars I would give it a negative two. Location is the only thing that makes the place worthwhile. The maintenance guys are not that timely to handle issues nor do an adequate job at anything. The building is old - and de...

Anonymous

OVERALL : I DO NOT RECOMMEND THE KENMORE (to students, and people looking for enjoying a quiet living - Studios). At first, when I came and visit my studio, it was good enough to me, as a foreign student who was in a hurry to find an apartment. The s...

We've been a long time resident and went thru different management..So far Bozutto has provided better responses to our needs.

Pleasant. I live in a renovated studio that is in great condition and I feel very at home. The 24 hour concierge is definitely the best perk in absence of a pool or a gym. They are all very pleasant and always willing to help! The area is very safe a...

I am not going to write a marketing add here....But if needed I can write something positive, because I very like my apartment.

Living at the Kenmore is great! I feel a sense of community when I walk through the main doors and a Bozzuto agent and the concierge greet me by my first name and ask me about my job and life. I am new to the apartment; however, I feel that this is a...

Pleasant. Fairly priced, spacious unit. Plenty of washers and driers. Quick responses to maintenance requests.

I love my neighborhood and my big apartment. I feel a sense of community because neighbors are generally friendly. Maintenance requests have been handled very quickly which is great.

JacDc

We've been a long time resident and went thru different management..So far Bozutto has provided better responses to our needs.

JR C.

Pleasant. I live in a renovated studio that is in great condition and I feel very at home. The 24 hour concierge is definitely the best perk in absence of a pool or a gym. They are all very pleasant and always willing to help! The area is very safe a...

Anonymous

I am not going to write a marketing add here....But if needed I can write something positive, because I very like my apartment.

Alex C.

Living at the Kenmore is great! I feel a sense of community when I walk through the main doors and a Bozzuto agent and the concierge greet me by my first name and ask me about my job and life. I am new to the apartment; however, I feel that this is a...

Anonymous

Pleasant. Fairly priced, spacious unit. Plenty of washers and driers. Quick responses to maintenance requests.

K. S.

I love my neighborhood and my big apartment. I feel a sense of community because neighbors are generally friendly. Maintenance requests have been handled very quickly which is great.

It has been my first year living in dc and in the kenmore apartments, I really like the area, the small shops and restaurAnts and the amenities that the building has to offer

Quiet building and spacious building with great amenities, friendly staff, and plenty of parking.

Pleasant experience. Very friendly and accommodating maintenance staff who respond to work requests in an efficient and timely manner.

The staff is very friendly and respectful, the property is cleaned and well-maintained, and I am always aware of any changes or issues that are occurring in the building. My living experience at the Kenmore has been very pleasant, and I look forward ...

Meets basic living needs. No frills.

On the whole quite pleasant. I feel safe and my needs taken care of

Adequate - update the kitchens!

EMazier

It has been my first year living in dc and in the kenmore apartments, I really like the area, the small shops and restaurAnts and the amenities that the building has to offer

M.R. - Washington, D.

Quiet building and spacious building with great amenities, friendly staff, and plenty of parking.

Anonymous

Pleasant experience. Very friendly and accommodating maintenance staff who respond to work requests in an efficient and timely manner.

Jon T.

The staff is very friendly and respectful, the property is cleaned and well-maintained, and I am always aware of any changes or issues that are occurring in the building. My living experience at the Kenmore has been very pleasant, and I look forward ...

Anonymous

Meets basic living needs. No frills.

A N.

On the whole quite pleasant. I feel safe and my needs taken care of

Alex

Adequate - update the kitchens!

Marva G.

the apartments at the Kenmore are nice and the staff is helpful and prompt. The 800 sq ft apartment is really spacious for the price. Hardwood floors are in all units but it's preferable to have an updated kitchen with newer cabinets and appliances. ...

Michelle B.

Love my new location!!! Everything is within walking distance from my building. The staff are very friendly and extremely helpful. The upgrades that have been done over the past two years have completely changed our image. We went from old and drab t...

Victoria G.

This is a nice decent place to live. Relatively quiet, concierge service is good. But could use some updated bathroom and kitchen fixtures. Last year they upgraded the HVAC system, which works great. My apartment probably still has the original sinks...

RaShonda R.

My husband love living in Chevy Chase and we're saving until we can buy a house in a more affordable neighborhood in DC. I've lived in the Kenmore for almost 3 years now and have had constant issues from the new HVAC system not working properly, our ...

Verified Resident 70523

It's a nice building with a great location and nice people living and working here. I enjoy living here and would definitely recommend it. It's really the best neighborhood in Washington, DC. Nice sized rooms in the apartments. Check it out!

Verified Resident 73199

Other than coming home to sleep, I spend very little time around here. That said, it is growing on me. The apartment serves its purpose. It is very quiet. I am barely aware of the other tenants once I'm inside. I may be able to judge the community be...

Verified Resident 143000

In a simple word. i didn't look at any other appartment after I saw my appartment. It has everything I want and the best part I have the best view which I always look for when I move around. Christopher Hughes was extremely helpful and I really appre...

Verified Resident 142962

I have mixed feelings about this community. It is a safe and relatively clean apartment building. For the most part, maintenance is responsive and helpful to repairs. However, there is a severe roach problem and maintenance is ineffective. Some membe...

Verified Resident 45647

Largely positive, although maintenance is usually slow to respond to requests. Mostly I have to find someone myself and get him to do the necessary work.Then they usually get the work done right away. There is nothing else to say except blah.

Verified Resident 139340

Overall I have been satisfied with the level of professionalism of some concierge staff. The majority have been quite responsive to my requests, although I could not say that about every one of them. Also efforts have been made recently to improve th...

Verified Resident 139106

The area is nice, very safe. 15 min walk to the metro but there's a bus stop across the street that takes you into town. The staff is friendly and apartment was in good shape on move in and the ability to control the temperature is great. The noise o...

Verified Resident 138920

My experience has been good for the last 17 months( even with the construction) but the management has changed which has enabled the staff to be more unresponsive and just plain rude. I am certainly not paying rent to be dealt with in that way.

Verified Resident 138945

Been great!!! Very conveniently located by bus and metro. Safe neighborhood. Love that there are stores in close proximity, bank and the library as well as the community center are all relatively close to one another. I would strongly recommend livin...

Verified Resident 134642

My experience in this community has been positive overall. The location is excellent, and the staff is courteous and responsive. I find the occasional noise level of neighbors in the hallway excessive and strongly disagree with permission to smoke in...

Verified Resident 133695

So far no major complaints about my unit or apartment building. The complimentary tea/coffee is welcome. Staff are friendly. If the call-up box is disabled it should be removed. Renovation work (carpets, fixtures, paint) is a little shoddy in my unit...

Verified Resident 133251

The concierge and the maintenance staff are the only individuals who care about the residents. The management is just there to make sure you pay money, and that is about all. The amount of space is decent for DC prices, though. If you are fairly self...

Verified Resident 132285

The building is in a wonderful residential/commerical setting, its amenties are excellent and staff courteous and professional. There is little more to add. The Kenmore is an excellent residential opportunity and I would recommend it enthusiatically.

Verified Resident 85123

The building is older but with the recent retro-fit of the heating system the amenities are competitive. Great location for those seeking relative safety and a peaceful community. Building is cleaned daily and staff is responsive. Looking forward to ...

Verified Resident 78816

Great location, and very large floor plans for the price. Metro accessibility is a bit difficult, but easy to drive or take a bus. Maintenance staff is excellent and responds quickly, and the concierge is usually very helpful. Management leaves somet...

Verified Resident 86415

I am very satisfied with the Kenmore maintenance staff. They are very responsive, very polite and compassionate. I will recommend people to Kenmore. The front desk staff are one of the best in the DC. I have experience several moments of kindness.

Verified Resident 119469

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Verified Resident 115851

The amenities are wonderful and the lobby always looks nice. The 24-Concierge is invaluable. The building has been has been upgraded with some nice features and the laundry machines are new. The front drop-off is a huge time-saver and there are many ...

Verified Resident 114169

Excellent facility with very helpful 24-hour concierge and effective management. Very convenient location with great public transportation. Restaurants, theaters, markets and drug stores within walking distance. Walking distance to Politics and Prose...

Verified Resident 106990

The Kenmore is a wonderful building with one exception. The noise in the rear parking lot is deafening and crazy. At all hours of the day and night, the racket that is generated from machinery and mack trucks is relentless. No "Quiet Zone" signage ex...

Verified Resident 99780

I love the neighborhood and the staff! Location is very convenient as well. The apartments and neat and clean, and if anything breaks the maintenance staff is ready to help. Only items I would change is to have a gym in the building and would love a ...

Verified Resident 81319

I have lived in the Kenmore for over 29 years -- it is more than a place to live -- it is a family. It is nice to be greeted when you come home and leave both by the staff and other residents. I would recommend the Kenmore to all of my friends and fa...

Verified Resident 31552

Not a very friendly tenant community, due to a great deal of transience, but very professional staff and clean building. Only significant issue is at least a ten minute walk to the metro, which is a problem in bvery hot or very wet weather. Xxxx

Verified Resident 93590

Just moved in but it seems nice. I like walking up and down the street. Very safe neighborhood. There is also a huge variety of restaurants and shops in the area. I wish that there was a metro stop a little closer to the apartment but the walk to it ...

Verified Resident 89938

I am happy to be here. This community appears to be very safe, am quite new , just moved in not up to a month yet, therefore I may not really have much to say for, but so far so good. The Kenmore is very clean, hallways have new carpets and smell fre...

Verified Resident 89965

The apartment is a little pricey, especially for students on a tight budget, but okay with roommates (or those with full time jobs). Everything is in good condition and it is located in a neighborhood that's great to walk around in. Also near bus sto...

Verified Resident 89388

Amazing experience thus far. The staff is amazing and I am truly satisfied with .y decision to move into The Kenmore. The leasing agent was great and I truly do feel a sense of community from residents and staff. I would highly recommend this communi...

Verified Resident 88566

I like the Apartment building. It's nice and quiet. People pretty much stay to themselves. I'm glad they made upgrades to the washers and dryers and the HVAC system. This is the first year that my air conditioning actually worked. However, a lot more...

Verified Resident 87247

It is a nice place. It is too expensive. I appreciate the good pest control here. The noise from the street during the day is sometimes loud. Parking is too expensive and street parking is getting worse so I will likely move. Otherwise it has been go...

Verified Resident 31510

The community itself is decent and in a pretty good location. Staff is friendly. The value-to-cost can leave something to be desired, however. For the Area, it is my understanding the cost is comparable (however, it varies GREATLY for the same apt in...

Verified Resident 83336

Great place to live ! Staff is friendly, service completed in 24 hours of request. Neighbors are considerate. Would recommend to friends and family. Stores are close by. Front desk staff always greets you. Building is very clean. Overall great place ...

Verified Resident 81874

Here are some positives about the Kenmore: - The neighborhood is quiet and incredibly safe. I NEVER felt unsafe in the neighborhood. - The prices aren't awful for the area and basic utilities are included in the cost of the rent. - There's a parking ...

Verified Resident 81547

It has been great. All of the service needs for the apartment have been met and the staff is very nice. It is nice having someone always be at the front desk and a laundry service available. There is little noise in the apartments and oppportunuties ...

Verified Resident 80508

excellent location, convenient and well located in a safe and attractive neighborhood. well maintained and well managed apartment complex with staff who are responsible, responsive and reliable. all combine to make this a pleasant home

Verified Resident 80512

It is a very nice and relaxing community. I moved in in 2013 and have had an enjoyable time. There is a good mix of older and younger people and everyone gets along with each other. Its a bit far from the city and the metro but Chevy Chase is a nice ...

Verified Resident 27926

I have had many issues with the closet doors and toilet. however overall my time here has been positive. It is a very positive and quiet environment. However I think there needs to be more social events geared towards 20-30 age group of residents.

Verified Resident 74610

I have been living in this building for quite a few years and in general I have found it a friendly community including both tenants and front desk staff. I love the neighborhood and the size of my one-bedroom apartment. Having 24-hour front desk sta...

Verified Resident 73385

There is a real sense of community among the tenants. People provide help on using laundry equipment, ask about someone we haven't seen for a while. One suggestion is to add a railing on the north side of the ramp.Have not lived in other apartment.

Verified Resident 71409

I am very satisfied and very happy to have rented a studio here. Thank you for the good service. The neighborhood is very nice and green. The staff is extremely very helpful and accommodative. The residents are nice and helpful. The neighborhood is v...

Verified Resident 68367

I like the area as it is quiet and not as noisy as some DC apartments. The shops are within walking distance and have reasonable access to the metro. Staff are very helpful and responsive. The new air conditioners are a welcome addition in the apartm...

Verified Resident 67490

Pros:location to downtown with one straight bus, close grocery store, shopping etc, concierge Cons:lack of amenities, I never had a pest problem until they decided to do a "preventative treatment" because a neighbor had them; walls and floors are way...

Verified Resident 65577

I think that WRIT, the present owners, is doijng a very good job. Ms. Charmaine Finch, the current property manager, is one of -- if not the -- the very best on-site managers the builkdings has had during my time here. I'm adding this in order to act...

Verified Resident 39884

For the most part, I have been satisfied.I am very dissatisfied with the amount of time it takes for service to be completed.Also, the walls are thin and I can hear everything my upstairs neighbor does.My bike seat was stolen from the bike racks.

Verified Resident 23892

The office team did not respond to my phone calls or emails. Though the building is aesthetically pleasing, I feel completely ignored by the office management. Workers were in my house every weekday for 7 weeks, to complete the HVAC project that I di...

Verified Resident 16223

The Kenmore community is comprised of a variety of people. The diversity of the residents is important to me. The office, front desk and maintenance staff are friendly, warm and helpful. The renovations are tasteful. I would like to see the artist re...

Verified Resident 51771

The location is not great. The apartment is quiet and clean. The concierge desk is always polite. The office staff is non-responsive and sometimes rude. I would recommend living here if you do not need to regularly go into the city. There's a bus, bu...

Verified Resident 50839

The apartment is nice and I really like the convenience of the neighborhood. However, it is quite expensive for a studio especially with the rent increases and I wish management had done more to compensate tenants for the discomfort and inconvenience...

Verified Resident 50439

The location is great, and the apartment building is well-maintained with courteous staff. There is someone in the lobby 24/7 managing the apartment and all maintenance requests have been answered promptly and professionally. There are multiple entra...

Verified Resident 50468

I really like the community and the front desk staff, but I feel like I need more space and would like to have more amenities since there are other apartments in the neighborhood with more at the same price point. Even with rent control (which is nic...

Verified Resident 50529

The community of people is nice enough, but the location is very inconvenient and the price is out of control considering the quality of the apartment and the difficult location. It's just not sustainable to live here. The disrespect of the individua...

Verified Resident 50356

Very professional and courteous management staff and good teamwork. My experience in the community has been generally good since I have lived here now for more than 25 years, and especially with the current and excellent management team in place.

Verified Resident 49836

2 1/2 months in and I can say the following: Mgmt. are competent, friendly and have been very attentive to my needs. Concierge has been very friendly and helpful. My maintenance requests have been completed quickly and efficiently. My neighbors & the...

Verified Resident 49265

The staff is very friendly and helpful . I have more storage than I expected in a one bedroom apartment. I have met many other friendly and helpful tenants. I would highly recommend this apartment complex to others. I love the convenient location.

Verified Resident 49552

Overall, the Kenmore is a good apartment building. It's in a relatively good location, with plenty of shops and grocery/liquor a few blocks away, somewhat reliable bus service and about a mile from the Metro. It's not the most active part of DC, espe...

Verified Resident 49122

WRIT are corporate greed whores, totally interested in making profits and stupidly wasting resources on cosmetics while neglecting infrastructure like plumbing and elevators. They have routinely discriminated and lied. Evil, dishonest, arrogant hypoc...

Verified Resident 48824

Every evening at the end of my work day, I get into my car and drive to my home. Home is the Kenmore. It's not an apartment building; the Kenmore means home to me. The warm, friendly atmosphere is genuine, and the staff looks after me as though I tru...

Verified Resident 46974

The bldg. renovation is great. Staffs are nice and friendly. It would be nice if there is a party room provided and a gym. The deck also in the back of the building need to be fixed. I can't wait that the air conditions upgrade will be over. It is re...

Verified Resident 46721

In 2011 the bldg was very rundown, but b/c of the location, we took it. Its a 15 min walk to Friendship Heights,the L2/L1 runs right in front. The recent renovations have helped tremendously,but WRIT management can be unresponsive & unreasonable.

Verified Resident 46500

Very good overall. Renovations have been fairly smooth, management and maintenance respond to repairs within a good timeframe. Noise is a bit of a problem, especially with the current renovations, but most neighbors are fairly quiet.

Verified Resident 46399

It has been a great experience living in the Kenmore. The staff is great and very helpful. There is a 24/7 concierge service available so I do not have to stay at home for deliveries. The building is situated in a nice neighborhood with easy access t...

Verified Resident 46246

I lived at the Kenmore thirty years ago when I was a student. In 2010, when I had to move back to Washington, I came back because I was pleased to see that the facilities had been updated without losing the quality of the living experience. I had pla...

Verified Resident 46252

I have live here about a month and I like here. The staff are friendly, responsible and professional. Maintenance is rapid and helpful. The arrangement of rooms is very good and we like here sunny rooms. It is covenant access to shopping, transportat...

Verified Resident 46281

For almost three years of living at this community I am extremely satisfied. It is only ten minutes drive to where I work and convenient access to shopping, church, school and public transportation. All the office staff are very friendly. I am very h...

Globetrotter2611

The Kenmore is by far the worst apartment building that I have ever lived in during the previous 15 years of renting. I had my apartment broken in to twice, personal items stolen from storage, and clothes stolen from the laundry facilities. The build...

Verified Resident 42196

This is a great place to live. It always feels safe and welcoming. The management and all other staff work hard to make it that way. They are extremely good at communicating with all the residents when things are happening or will happen in the futur...

Anonymous

I rarely hear my neighbors except for opening and closing their doors, but this doesn't happen at all hours. However, their service is appalling. I have an upcoming trip that will be several weeks long, and they refuse to tell me more than that they ...

Verified Resident 31638

Welcome home feeling and always a greeting, smile and good cheer. There is many places to live in D.C. but I would say they do not have the professionalism and service of Kenmore Apartments. It is a safe, secure place to call home. Thank you

Verified Resident 28569

Lease application process is somewhat cumbersome, but this is the best building I have found in the DC area in my price range. Bit of a walk to the metro, but you can take a bus; renovations mean everything is new-ish (In my apartment every paintable...

Verified Resident 28210

The staff are very helpful and friendly, and they make me feel safe in my new apartment.

Verified Resident 23878

Good community, very safe, but sometimes dealing with the management can be very difficult.

punisher 18

staying here in 7 months complaining about smell cigaratte in my apartment .many times already complain it but they try to ignore it .i try to changed my apartment but i need to pay $1,000 for switching it but i did not agree now getting sick always ...

KenNoMore

I am a current resident moving out next month. I have lived here for nearly a year. We somehow got a rent of $2150 per month (including all utilities except cable) for a two bed two bath, but they want to raise our rent now to $2900, which is outrage...

Verified Resident 13120

This is an older building, but pretty solid. Generally quiet, but road noise is a problem from Conn. Ave. The rent is pretty outrageous, but we are told it's cheap for the area. A/C is feeble, but they say it will be replaced. Very hot in the winter,...

Verified Resident 12437

I have had no problems since I moved in. Great staff, and enjoying my new apartment.

Verified Resident 12457

I've been very happy here. Most issues have been relatively minor and I love my apartment. Wish they would renovate the hallways and I do think response times of the management staff to emails could be better. But on the whole I very much like living...

Anonymous

DO NOT LIVE HERE. Please do yourself a favor and stay away. Bugs, roaches, elevators don't work. Horrible service. STAY AWAY! Not worth the price AT ALL. Bike was stolen first month in. STAY AWAY!

DCRenter411

The building seemed great at first, everyone was nice and helpful. Then I actually needed something. Two people manage the office downstairs and, in my opinion, are the most incompetent and uncaring people I have ever dealt with in housing. They tell...

Anonymous

I have been living at the Kenmore for about a year now. The Kenmore is a great place for the price. My favorite thing about The Kenmore is that it is located on a nice strip of stores and restaurants. Safeway, CVS, an independent grocery store, a yog...

Anonymous

Since WRIT took over the building it has gone rapidly downhill. From drug busts to resident ceilings caving in due to water damage. Many of the residents around me have had water damage around their windows and maintence takes their time fixing thing...

flipjd1981

I recently started a job in DC and looked for apartments for several days. Eventually, I decided to rent here because the price was reasonable considering the area, there is plenty of street parking, the staff is responsive, and has easy access to pu...

Anonymous

The staff is rude. They lied when they said the metro is close. In fact it's about a 20 minute walk to Friendship Heights Metro Station. The staff is also slow on fixing repairs. Let alone it even took them 28 days to give me a copy of my lease! The ...

Anonymous

I lived at the Kenmore 7 years and moved a few months ago. I moved in around 2003 when the building was owned by Archstone and it was a great value for the price and relatively quiet. Most of the neighbors were older and settled. In 2006 the building...

Anonymous

The Kenmore has bed bugs. My neighbor had them in her apartment and moved out after being here just six months. She said the pest company that treated her apartment did not use what she had heard are the proper methods, and that management had not be...

Anonymous

The Kenmore needs a lot of attention, it has new owners, a new on-site management crew and a lot needs to be done. It is a real shame. Years ago, The Kenmore was one of "the places" to live in DC, and the rent was reasonable. After being here for 23 ...

concernedresident0257

During the day the basement double doors to the trash receptacles is left open, making the lease security key moot -- at night recently the basement main door is left propped, and the silent alarm is going berserk -- something is going on in the back...

Anonymous

For anyone even thinking of moving here, PLEASE DON'T!!! I moved in here in October 2010. At first glance, everything seemed nice except for the occasional roach. Within two weeks of moving here, I got bedbug bites all over my skin. I am pretty sure ...

Anonymous

I lived in the Kenmore for about a year until we discovered bedbugs in our apartment. It seems that they got into the apartment through the power outlets, because they were all around the power outlet in the bedroom. It took about two weeks for them ...

elicat10

I've lived here at The Kenmore since I accepted a job with the federal government a little less than a year ago and moved here from another state. The complex seems to be pretty well maintained. No real problem with bugs, but I used bug spray all aro...

Anonymous

The building has changed a lot since 1985 but it is still a nice place to live. One tenant has been in the building since 1957. I wish the bus started running at 4 rather than 5 in the morning -- the walk to Friendship Heights is sometimes hard in th...

italia69

So, since the bus and MD is near and the rent is cheap for the area, certain people that are not from up here live here...they are louder, cuss, speed, the front desk has orange hair/weave and cant speak proper. Im sorry, but upper north west is to h...

Anonymous

It has no amenities but it's in a great part of town. We were lucky and only paid $1320/mo on a spacious one bedroom on a higher floor facing Connecticut Ave. We realize that most other newer tenants didn't get the same break. There's almost always s...

Anonymous

I've been living here for over a year, and I really enjoyed the experience. The building is well maintained, clean and quiet, the lobby is welcoming and the staff have always been helpful. Also, the kitchen appliances are in excellent condition. I've...

Anonymous

We went to tour the Kenmore and put our application in on a Monday evening. The leasing agent, ------, told us that she would get back to us about our application on Thursday, since she was off on Tuesday. She never called and I called her Friday aro...

Anonymous

Since WRIT took over the building service and maintenance has suffered greatly. Damage to common areas (stained carpets, scratched up paint, etc) often remains for months. Repairs to apartments are often done poorly or not at all. Staff is frequently...

Anonymous

I currently live in this apartment and its a wonderful to place to live.It's very close to the friendship heights metro and the chevy chase circle.Walkable to safeway.I enjoy staying here.The staff is very friendly.

Anonymous

I moved there in '04 and initially it was a nice place and clean. However, I found as years progressed, especially in the past year, the management has made less effort to maintain the building. The cleaniliness is sub-par if that. This year I have c...

Anonymous

Leasing staff was great. I finshed school and had to more back home to help my mother. But they found me a place back home! i cant believe it....With that i can transfer back to the kenmore with no problems!

Anonymous

I've lived in the Kenmore for almost 2 years (June 2005 - present). I've lived in both the Studio and 1BR units. My overall experience has been slightly above neutral. The good: The concierge desk is very friendly, and available 24 hours. They are he...

danielleindc

I've lived in the Kenmore for almost seven months now and nothing horrible has happened. My roomate and I occasionally see a bug or two in the kitchen, so that is probably the worst thing. We have a 2 br/2 ba corner apartment where the biggest plus i...

Anonymous

Just moved out of the Kenmore a few days ago, simply because I'm sick of paying inflated DC real estate prices. However, compared to most other places in NW (the nice areas, that is...think red line, not green line), it's a pretty good deal. The othe...

Anonymous

I rented this sight unseen, because I was moving from out of town to start a new job. I rue the day I moved in here! Walls are paper thin, and the ODORS are hideous. Very depressing public areas and they are certainly NOT clean and sanitary. Avoid at...

Anonymous

I haven't had any problems with bugs, that other people have mentioned. When I have had minor problems, they were quickly fixed, and the doorstaff and maintenance staff were quite friedly and helpful. There's a wide spectrum of people living here, f...

Anonymous

I was a little nervous about moving in because of all the negative comments here. But I've had a great first month. No major problems at all. The only problems I've had were very minor and management handled them quickly and professionally. I actuall...

Anonymous

This apartment building is a great palce to live. I does not matter where you live some knucklehead will always find something to complain about. Remember when a resident does not get their way they complain and blame maintenance for everthing.

srafnel

I lived at the Kenmore for a year in a third floor studio and moved out in April 06. The apartment itself wasn't bad, the kitchen had been updated but had one of those mini-stoves-- you could really only cook with one pan at a time. The worst part wa...

Anonymous

I read this site before I actually went through with leasing an actually unit from the Kenmore. I chose to believe all the residents who said the bug issue was no big deal. I seriously have lived her for a week. I kill about 3 roaches per day, someti...

joyafrica77

Liked it when we first moved in but scraping noises traveled through the vents early in the morning and we could hear someone walking down the steps from 5 or 6 flights up (right by stairwell). Parking expensive, bus service right outside door (if th...

Anonymous

The Kenmore is in a good location, safe, quiet and in a very good location. My only real complain is with the ventilation. The building is very warm and I have not had to put on the heat all winter. There is no air conditioning, just a ceiling fan an...

Anonymous

I am a university student and have lived at the Kenmore for about six months now, with my boyfriend who is a grad student. In those six months, I have only seen bugs of any kind on two occasions, both of which were in the laundry room. I originally m...

Anonymous

I lived at the Kenmore for a little bit more than eight months now and one advice DON'T MOVE HERE!! This place is DISGUSTING it always smells like rotten eggs in the elevators and in the lobby!! the NOISE is INFURIATING, you practically LIVE with you...

Anonymous

I've lived at the Kemore for two years and have been overall really happy with my experience. The staff is incredbily friendly and attentive. I love the neighborhood-- everything one would need is in a three block radius. My apartment is newly reveno...

Anonymous

I have lived here for a year and will probably stay on for another. Certain things about the Kenmore are not great: it is way too hot in the winter, recycling is tough to do and I have seen some roaches. But the price is good and the neighborhood is ...

Anonymous

Horrible. Overrun with immigrants and filth.

Anonymous

I've lived here for almost a year and must say it is not as bad as some have described. Yes, there is a problem with the ac but you have to think about the age of the building. I think it was built in 1950! i have a one bedroom which is wonderful. Th...

Anonymous

I've lived here for almost a year now, and while it is certainly far from perfect, I have had a positive experience all-in-all. Positives: 1) I have generally found this place to be pretty clean, and I have never once seen a bug in my apartment. I ...

Anonymous

I lived here for a little over a year, and I never saw any bugs-- but then again, I lived on the top floor so I can't speak for other floors. I definitely don't think this place is "gross" as others have described, in fact, in my experience it was qu...

Anonymous

It's gross here. Just come by and you'll see. Yes, it really is THAT nasty to live here. Can't wait to move.

hilespi920

Lovely starter apartment. Management helps with any and all problems. Other residents are wonderful and friendly. The bus lines are easy to use, and other services in the nieghborhood are at your fingertips; Safeway, CVS, many banks, community center...

Anonymous

I've been a resident at the Kenmore for a little over 2 months now and it is a complete nightmare!! HORRIBLE!!! The apartments are FILFTHY and infested with ants and roaches, the air conditioning is completely useless and the constant noise and the s...

Anonymous

Grossest building on Connecticut Avenue. So bad with bugs, constant noise, and low-class tenants we had to move after just three months. We moved here for the location (close to shops, grocery store) and left because of the above-mentioned reasons. H...

Anonymous

I lived at the Kenmore for a little over 1 year. I have to say overall, it was a pleasant experience. I would've stayed, but I got a dog, and moved to a place with more grass. Though some of the reviews posted earlier may be true (i.e., the smells, n...

Anonymous

The apartments at the Kenmore are a decent size and have really nice windows, but that's about it. The "air conditioning" is a joke and is essentially non-existent. The people who work for the management company are a nightmare to deal with. I would ...

Anonymous

If you don't mind seeing 5" roaches in your stairwell, baby roaches throughout your kitchen, and average size roaches popping up in your cabinets and bathrooms, the Kenmore is the place for you! And forget an exterminator. When you put in a request f...

Vuucky

I still live there and I don´t want to move. The neighborhood is AMAZING: 3 restaurants including a 24-hour diner and incredible Mexican place, several dry cleaners, banks, hair salons, the Avalon movie theatre, a Safeway, a gas station, and classy ...

annieb

As a past resident it was a nightmare dealing with the management team at the Kenmore. I was verbally attacked and written a letter from the management that basically in the end referred to me as the liar. I think it had come to that because I tri...

Anonymous

Hello! I work for the company that manages The Kenmore, and we do not give 40% Rent Increases. I would be interested in finding out more about the situation at hand. We have actually been capping our rent increases at lower increases than we woul...

Anonymous

I lived at the Kenmore in an efficiancy apartment for approximately 7 months. It is in a relative safe location for D.C. with plenty of stores whithin walking distance and the bus right outside your door. Tenants consist mainly of middle class to ...

WavesailR

How am I supposed to reply to an anonymous senders comments? I can be reached at Robert_luco@hotmail.com. I would be happy to explain fully what happened with my 40% increase. Rob.