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Pearl Washington

Updated 2026-07-22 · 1,449 reviewed · 218 listed · Scored from 204 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.9(204) 66 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Luxury & High-Rise Apartments
Pearl Washington
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204

What We Found

Pearl Washington impresses visitors with attentive leasing staff and a responsive maintenance team. Residents consistently praise the property condition and friendly community feel. However, a cascade of operational failures has emerged: fire alarms sound repeatedly (5+ times in recent months), management did not notify tenants of car break-ins or after-hours evacuations, and promised follow-ups on security door locks and unit codes go unfulfilled. Washington Avenue traffic noise disrupts sleep on weekends, and some residents encountered pest infestations and unexpected end-of-lease charges.

For potential renters touring the property, staff deliver a polished first experience. Once moved in, the experience depends heavily on which manager responds to your needs. Maintenance acts quickly, but transparency about building incidents and consistent execution on larger issues lag behind the welcoming first impression.

Praised for
  • professional leasing staff (Alexis, Schreeda, Grace)
  • welcoming property manager (Angie) at first impression
  • well-maintained property and amenities
  • quick maintenance response
  • friendly community atmosphere
Watch-outs
  • chronic fire alarm failures (5+ incidents in 2 months)
  • poor communication about security incidents (car break-ins, evacuations)
  • inconsistent follow-up on maintenance requests
  • noisy neighbors and heavy road noise (Washington Avenue)
  • unreliable application/upload process
  • move-in pest issues (cockroach infestation)
  • unjustified move-out charges (full apartment repaint for minor scuffs)
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Best for: professionals seeking a polished community feel and quick maintenance response, if noise tolerance is high
Think twice if: chronic fire alarm failures, unresolved communication gaps during emergencies, and heavy Washington Avenue traffic noise concern you

What this Community Does Well

  • leasing staff create smooth tours and application experience
  • maintenance responds quickly to resident requests
  • well-appointed amenities (pool, fitness center, game room)
  • safe community feel during normal hours

What to Know Before Signing a Lease

  • Property manager Angie greets touring prospects personally; leasing staff include Alexis Lopez and Schreeda
  • Grace (front desk) noted by multiple residents for exceptional follow-through
  • Maintenance explains repairs and responds quickly to requests
  • Recurring fire alarm incidents: 5+ activations in 2 months, at least once lasting nearly an hour
  • Car break-ins occurred but management did not notify residents until complaints arose
  • Move-in issue: cockroach infestation reported
  • Move-out issue: resident charged for full apartment repaint despite only scuff marks on 2 walls
  • Application portal requires document re-upload after page reloads (multiple attempts needed)

How Residents Rate Management, Maintainance & More

Luxury & High-Rise Apartments
Polished amenities and professional leasing process undermined by fire alarm failures, poor crisis communication, and inconsistent management follow-through

How This Community Compares

  • Rated 3.9 against a 4.14 average across the 170 luxury & high-rise apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 48% of the businesses in this directory.

What Residents Are Saying

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How We Score Communities

How We Score
Star rating 28
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 44
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Ratings by Category

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4
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Common Questions About This Community

How quickly does maintenance respond to repair requests?
Residents report maintenance calls are handled promptly and staff explain the work being done.
What amenities are included?
Pearl Washington offers a fitness center, pool, clubhouse lounge with game room, Central Bark pet playground, pet-friendly terrace, valet trash and recycling, 24-hour package access, and dry-cleaning drop-off.
What should I know about the location?
The property sits on Washington Avenue in The Heights/Memorial Park area. Multiple residents note heavy traffic noise on Friday and Saturday nights; confirm your noise tolerance before signing.

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Last updated 2026-07-22