Luxury apartment buildings in D.C. are competing with one another to provide the best amenities in an effort to entice more tenants.
Why it’s important Renting is becoming a more appealing alternative as homeownership remains out of reach for many prospective purchasers thanks to upscale neighborhood amenities like private music studios and art galleries.
Between the lines: According to Harrison Beacher, the former president of the Greater Capital Area Association of Realtors, the movement to include ultra-luxury amenities inside D.C. apartment complexes began to pick up steam over the last 15 to 20 years.
Those who could afford luxury buildings with top amenities expanded along with the amount of high-paying tech jobs in the neighborhood, which sparked competition amongst buildings.
Our epidemic has recently shifted to spending more time at home has furthered the amenities arms race.
Building offerings like pet-grooming areas, co-working spaces, free coffee/tea bars and private kitchen and event spaces are all nice, but pretty standard in new and high-end apartment buildings.
We scoured the city looking for unique amenities that scream “indulgence.”
Tesla rentals at NOVEL South Capitol: Through its onsite car share program, the Navy Yard residents are able to rent a Tesla for $27/hour.
🎨 Art gallery at the Silva: The Adams Morgan building features a public art gallery by Latela Curatorial, which means residents are surrounded by art and have the option to buy pieces for themselves.
🌱 Greenhouse at City Ridge: Located near Tenleytown in the same development as the city’s first Wegmans, residents across all four of City Ridge’s residential properties have access to a rooftop community greenhouse.
🎧 Creative studios at Crossing: The Navy Yard apartment building has a podcasting/music recording studio and two music practice rooms.
