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District at Washington Apartments

Updated 2026-07-21 · 1,593 reviewed · 229 listed · Scored from 311 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.6(311) 61 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Luxury & High-Rise Apartments
District at Washington Apartments
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311

What We Found

District at Washington attracts residents who love the location near Memorial Park and downtown, plus the maintenance team's speed. But move-in quality varies sharply: sticky cabinet paint, uncleaned carpets, broken elevators, and unmet promises about flooring sour new leases. Fees (towing, charges) and deposit disputes recur. Staff matter here; staff like Anna excel, while management itself draws complaints about being dismissive and rude.

Recent shift: Sharp escalation in complaints 1-2 months ago; recent 1-star reviews cite unmet move-in standards, paint defects, and management rudeness alongside earlier 5-star praise for staff and location.

Praised for
  • responsive maintenance team
  • welcoming staff (Anna, David, Stephanie)
  • clean, modern amenities
  • dog-friendly community
  • prime location near parks and downtown
Watch-outs
  • unresponsive management and communication failures
  • sticky/poor-quality paint job
  • worn appliances (washer, dryer, dishwasher)
  • dirty carpet and hallways
  • towing without notice
  • surcharges and deposit disputes
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Best for: young professionals and students wanting proximity to Memorial Park and downtown.
Think twice if: You need new unit preparation, clear move-in commitments, or responsive management; residents report paint defects, dirty carpets, and unmet flooring promises at check-in.

What this Community Does Well

  • prime location near Memorial Park, Buffalo Bayou Park, and downtown
  • maintenance team responds quickly
  • dog-friendly policy
  • modern amenities (game room, courtyards)

What to Know Before Signing a Lease

  • Maintenance responds in under an hour (AC repair noted)
  • Named staff delivering positive experiences: Anna (leasing), David (faith-building service), Stephanie, Victoria (manager, noted as rude by residents)
  • Sticky paint on kitchen cabinets described as leaving tar-like residue
  • Second unrequired registration form led to towing in garage
  • Promised flooring replacement (hardwood/vinyl) did not occur before move-in
  • Freight elevator broken for first three days of move-in

How Residents Rate Management, Maintainance & More

Luxury & High-Rise Apartments
Location and amenities praised, but move-in condition, appliance wear, and management communication undercut the luxury positioning.

How This Community Compares

  • Rated 3.6 against a 4.13 average across the 185 luxury & high-rise apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 75% of the businesses in this directory.

What Residents Are Saying

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How We Score Communities

How We Score
Star rating 9
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 46
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Ratings by Category

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182
4
20
3
7
2
18
1
84

Common Questions About This Community

How fast does maintenance respond?
One resident reported an AC repair completed in under an hour. The maintenance team is noted for swift responses and follow-up communication.
Is the complex pet-friendly?
Yes. Residents describe the community as dog-friendly and welcoming to pets.
What is the starting rent?
1-bedroom apartments start at $1,199 according to their website.

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Last updated 2026-07-21