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With over 50 years in the industry, we have lots of insight and experience in apartment living and hospitality in the communities and guests we serve. Find behind the scenes insight, rental property best practices, and apartment life inspiration here.
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    The Ultimate Apartment Walkthrough Checklist

    You wouldn’t drive your new car off the lot without giving it a thorough once-over, right? The same logic applies when moving into a new apartment. The apartment can be perfect on paper — ideal location, impressive amenities, and rent that works with your budget — but there are some things you’ll only know for […]

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    Creating a Functional Studio Layout

    A small space doesn’t mean small ideas! Unlike a traditional apartment with multiple designated spaces, a studio presents unique design opportunities because of the self-contained floor plan. By definition, a studio apartment consists of a single room plus a bathroom. The single room of the apartment must function as the kitchen, living room and bedroom […]

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  • 4 Reasons to Love Woodbridge, VA

    The region lovingly dubbed ‘the DMV’ is made up of Washington, D.C., Maryland and Northern Virginia. The region’s footprint of roughly 50 miles checks many boxes for people looking for a new area to call home: major cities nearby, quaint suburbs, multiple transportation options and endless entertainment for all tastes and styles. Northern Virginia, in […]

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    The Best Themes For Your Next Apartment Potluck

    A successful potluck party is bound to make your apartment feel perfectly cozy. Plus, it’s a great way to host without breaking the bank! Whether you invite your best pals, coworkers, apartment neighbors, or all three, a potluck is a great way to foster fun memories and create long-lasting friendships. But how do you plan […]

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