AVA Ballston Apartments

My roommate and I submitted an application, took a few days to make an informed decision (since the terms of the lease were different than those we agreed to at the time of submitting the application), and chose not to sign a lease. Suddenly we got slapped with a $500 "reservation fee," even though the apartment was still rented by someone else throughout this entire process. The leasing agent never mentioned this fee during the tour or during all our back and forth afterward. I can only imagine... how bad the nickle-and-diming would be if we'd moved in. Very disappointed overall. Read More

I recently moved here to experience the “city life” while not spending an arm and a leg on rent. If you don’t care that the apartment is extremely outdated then this is the place for you. The front office people have been decent and they are good with communication.

I can honestly say I am excited to move out of here. I feel dirty when I come out of the shower and I feel cleaned when I moved in. There is hair stuck to the paint they used to paint the accent walls (burn orange) the toilets have... glue stuck to the bottom of them. The wood is starting to crack by the sink and There is still a phone plug for a telephone for the kitchen. That’s how old they are. They definitely need to update. Read More

Lived here for one year, it was fine. The place was a little pricey but had to find an apartment fast. Moving out was where they got me minor wear and tears around the apartment wound up coming out to be large costs when we moved out. Had no pets or children did not smoke, or even entertain guests, but lost the entire deposit and wound up owing money. Moving in and out was a headache, both times the loading bay was double booked because people could reserve it over the phone and online.

Recently moved out after a year there, and I loved it. It's in a great location, especially if you use the metro (10 minute walk to orange/silver line.) The amenities are awesome, and the community is a really laid back atmosphere with a mix of younger people as well as families. Even with all the dogs as well as younger people around, there was never a problem with noise, which was great. The staff was incredible, and maintenance was responsive and reasonable.

Moved out simply because I needed... to be closer to DC for work, but would've happily stayed otherwise. Received very little charges for moving out as well, even though we had a dog. If you take care of the place and clean up after yourself they are very fair with move out charges and cleaning fees.

Would definitely recommend, especially if you're younger or like being in a city environment with a lot nearby to do.

-Anthony, 316 Read More

Ava really delivers--- wonderful amenities, updated apartment finishes and super friendly staff!