The Loree Grand at Union Place

Excellent apartments, spacious, comfortable layout and friendly staff. Two blocks from metro. They offer ADU apartments which they go pretty fast once available. I have been living here for 2 years and half.

I passed this building on my way back to my car after touring Senate Square apartments and decided to pop in four a quick tour. Best decision ever! The concierge and leasing agent were both so incredibly sweet and helpful. The location is fantastic and I fell head over heels in love with the studio plus den apartment they showed me. I toured 3 Tree Flats, Senate Square, and Aria on L as well and I actually liked this building and the apartment much better than the other places I saw today. The staff, from what I experienced, is top notch and so is the building. I’ve basically made my decision and look forward to calling The Loree Grand home in the next few months.

When we were planning the move to DC, apartment hunting proved to be quite daunting! Was every building/​community as horrible as the reviews reflected?! Will I regret moving to DC? The answer: No!
The Loree Grand was the first building we toured and it instantly seemed to very much the opposite from the reviews of other apartment buildings. After a couple more property tours, we knew The Loree Grand was exactly what we were looking for. The apartment we chose, Studio + Den, is not what it seems. It is a 900+ sq ft, open floorplan, one-​bedroom for a very reasonable price. It seemed to out-​weigh all the other expensive, cramped, and/​or outdated apartments of other buildings. Not to mention, The Loree Grand is in the «up-​and-​coming» NOMA neighborhood. Just a couple blocks from the NOMA metro station, two grocery stores, awesome H St. restaurants, and Union Market, The Loree Grand located in a perfect part of the neighborhood! We were there for three years and loved every minute of it.
And don’t let me forget to mention how pet friendly The Loree Grand is. Our dog loved living at The Loree Grand almost as much as we did which was a big reason we chose to live there!
With only one issue of loud, disrespectful neighbors during our entire stay, we are so happy to say that Claire Feeley, the property manager, handled and resolved the problem exactly the way any outstanding manager would have. The Loree Grand takes no issue lightly and had the problem tenants evicted – done! Also, let me give a shout out to Malik, Service Manager. Thanks for all your help!
We could go on and on, but to save any one looking for apartments in the DC area, stop your search now. The Loree Grand will prove to be not only a great apartment but a great place to call home. Thank you Claire and team!

I have lived in the Loree going on two years now. After apt shopping throughout DC and MD, the Loree Grand was the best as far as value vs. space goes. NOMA is a great place to live and convenient. I have read through previous reviews and really don’t agree with the negative comments.
As far as safety, the building is safe and there is a police presence outside, there are constant patrol cars around and in front of the building. There was an incident that took place across the street a few months ago, but this is DC and that really can happen anywhere in the district. I understand that the Loree can’t control what happens in the neighborhood. However, the building is safe and since I have been here there have been no issues. Also, the building is extremely clean, there is a cleaning crew that comes everyday to clean every floor, elevators included so there have been no issues there.
Some comments have talked about the previous concierge staff. I can’t attest to that because I wasn’t here when the original staff was. However, I can say the present concierge staff is great. There has been turnover, but there are some constants. The head concierge Oliver is amazing and is on duty most days. He is always friendly-​greets you with a smile, addresses all issues immediately, takes time to talk to residents and advises us of any events or packages. What more can you ask for in a concierge? Lucia on the night staff is also great — there are stand out and consistent staff in the building. Any new employees have been just as courteous. All that to say the turnover hasn’t been an issue.
All in all living in the Loree has been a very good experience. It is expensive and the rent did slightly go up this year (that’s my negative review), but this is DC and I expect that. The Loree makes it a point to make the building feel like a community by having events, mixers, paint nights, & bbqs. I would recommend the Loree if your looking for a welcoming, clean and safe space to live.

UPDATE ⁸⁄₂₀₁₅ — 2 stars, would like to give 1.5
The LG has really gone downhill in the past year. Staff in all departments have basically become a revolving-​door. Most concierges are friendly and make an effort to know the residents, and are as helpful as they can be with what little information they are given. Management does not communicate and suggestions are ignored. Period. The last time I needed help from maintenance, they left a disgusting globby malodorous mess in my kitchen sink and flooded the cabinet beneath — which ruined everything not wrapped in plastic (including paper recycling bags and cardboard detergent-​filled boxes, such fun to clean up). Aggressive notices are posted in every floor’s trash/​recycling rooms that if items are left in there, we will be charged hefty fees — so why even have trash rooms? Resident «events» are infrequent and generally residents are notified about them via email 10 – 15 minutes before they occur. I suppose their way of keeping costs down is by making sure as few people attend them as possible.
One positive thing: no one has been shot in the hallway here, as happened in a nearby building a few weeks ago. That being said, there was a murder across the street less than 2 months ago. Inside the building feels safe and is still kept clean and tidy. However, the warm welcoming spirit and feeling of «community» is long gone. This is very much a place where the staff/​company goal is to make money, and does not actually care about the people living here.
¹⁰⁄₂₀₁₃ — 4 stars
I have had a fantastic experience living at the Loree Grand. While it IS expensive, I appreciate how much more my hard-​earned $$ gets me in DC than in NYC, where I lived for the past decade. The amenities are great (gym, grills, rooftop deck, lounge, business center), though I could do without that DC-​staple: the «amenity fee.» The resident events are fun and frequent; I’d say we have at least 2 per month. The apartments are spacious and gorgeous, with nice windows and modern stainless steel appliances (unlike NYC apartments! I had to cart my laundry 4 – 10 blocks and didn’t have such a big kitchen in any of my apartments there.) They are pet-​friendly — though the breed restrictions I find to be unfairly prohibitive. The staff are always friendly and work hard to ensure everyone is happy, comfortable, and taken care of. Everyone knows my name, and some know names of my friends who come by often. I will say Tony is the best, and the one to go to when you really need something. He welcomed me to the building and knew my name before I even moved in. He’s also the friendliest of an outgoing team. Stopping to chat for an hour with the people who work in the building is completely normal, and in fact several of them are residents as well.
The neighborhood itself can’t be beat. 2 metro stops, 2 grocery stores, Union Station, Union Market, and a few restaurants and coffee shops are all within a 5 – 15 minute walk. H Street’s bars are close, and Eastern Market is only a 30-​minute walk away (and of course closer by bus). NOMA’s summerscreen is held on the lawn next to the building each summer, which is a perk. With neat rowhouses across the street, the area is quiet and cute, and there is a real sense of «community.»

I am a soon to be resident at the Loree Grand and although I’ve yet to step inside I have had a wonderful experience with their staff. I initially contacted them to get an idea on how much rent would be with utilities added on and any other fees. I received an email back quickly from Christiana who gave me a rundown of the usual prices and asked what I was looking for specifically. She was able to find me an apartment that fit my needs within my price range and let me know about its availability first, giving me the opportunity to reserve it and apply. Unfortunately the site was giving me some trouble with the online application but Christiana was extremely patient and helpful. Within a few days I had all of my materials in and was approved for the apartment. The service and turn around time was impeccable and I plan to tour and sign my lease this weekend. It was a no hassle application process and I look forward to becoming a Loree Grand resident this summer!

The management service is simply seller! The staff members are great problem solvers with excellent hospitality skills. They produce timely responses and follow-​ups. The concierge service exceeds expectations! Great job!

As a native Washingtonian, I wanted to have the experience of walking to work at some point in my life. So, I sold my condo uptown and decided to move into an apartment close to work until my home was finished being constructed.
I was referred to the Loree Grand by previous tenants that raved about the place.
I enjoyed my stay at the LG despite the change in management and turnover in front desk staff. My only complaint was the price of a small studio. I was hoping that I could have a better deal as I attempted to renew my lease, but the management company was unwilling to provide any concessions. So, I packed my bags and moved out. It only made sense, since I’m waiting and saving for my new house, to find a less expensive and just as nice quality place elsewhere.
To name a few of the greatest (and most attentive) concierges I’ve met… there was
Shanika, Olivia, Oliver, and Malik — maintenance manager that were always very friendly, extremely PROFESSIONAL, and willing to provide assistance when needed.
I would recommend the LG to anyone looking for a convenient and friendly apartment building to stay on a temporary basis. Just as long as they have deep pockets!

I had previously updated with a less glowing review due to high staff turnover (mentioned in some other reviews), but I deleted it because things have really been worked out here! The turnover seems to have ended and I love having familiar and knowledgable people running things.
I was prompted to review again because they came in for a regular maintenance checkup and needed to get into the mechanical closet– they said they would move my bed out of the way for me. I still meant to do it myself (not their job!) and totally forgot, but it looks like they did and put it back *exactly* as it was (not an easy task– it’s on risers and surrounded on three sides by doors/​a huge shelf.)
Finally, I just got my renewal notice and for the second time, my rent has not gone up– though it does bother me a little to pay an additional amenity fee, the decision to renew is easy.

My fiancé and I have lived in the Loree Grand for a year and a half, and we couldn’t be more pleased. The staff is excellent: Shanika, the weekend concierge, has been there since we moved in, and honestly, is one of the biggest reasons we are dreading our move across town. I don’t know what they are paying that woman, but I’m 100% it is not enough. The leasing team has had some transition, but Attiya, Christiana, and Claire have been nothing but helpful and friendly the last few months.
The location is superb: close to Union Station, H St., a grocery store, and the metro. The gym is nice, although one the treadmills does go out of order sometimes. However, there are four treadmills, so it really isn’t an issue. Patio area is nice for grilling out with friends, and Summer Screen happens right behind the building. My only real complaint would be that the wi-​fi downstairs goes out if more than one or two people try to access it, but if that happens, I just go back to my apartment. I feel like if that is my biggest complaint in life, I’m pretty well set. The price is competitive for the area, but could be tight for people on a budget or living alone.
If we didn’t have to move, I wouldn’t. I have loved every minute of living here, and have made some great friends through neighbors and staff.

We lived in The Loree Grand for 2 years. Our first year was great; the staff was a stable group of competent, friendly people who responded to our requests quickly. The last of that staff left earlier this year, and once Tony left in December that really marked a shift.
The final 8 months there went downhill quickly. The staff rotated weekly at times, and the large number of temporary employees let things fall through the cracks. Maintenance entered our apartment without notice on two occasions, and on two other occasions no-​called no-​showed when I’d made arrangements for them to be coming by. They also took much longer to respond; at first they’d be by the same day, but at the end we often waited 5 days for a response. The billing system was a huge mess for the final 6ish months we were there when the building swapped from one billing website/​company to another; the statements weren’t correct or had missing portions. Not entirely sure that’s been sorted out as we still had an issue with it for our last rent payment. The garage doors to the parking structure kept malfunctioning, and when it rained water poured into the garage from the walls and has caused damage to the ceiling tiles.
Our move out was basically not handled. I had to go down to the office and ask for a copy of our move out letter and instructions the day before we moved.
The amenity fee is high for a building without a pool, and monthly events are often not advertised and most are just happy hour sponsored by a company who are there to pitch you. Senate Square does a better job with their events by far. The surrounding buildings outshine the Loree Grand, particularly until they figure out their staffing problem.

I’ve been living in The Loree Grand for a year now, and I couldn’t be happier with my experience! Living in DC can be extremely stressful, but not in this building.
I work near Capitol Hill, and my commute to the office is nothing more than a ten-​minute walk. The building is also two blocks away from the southern entrance of the NoMa metro station, is within walking distance to dozens of bus lines (and the new H Street Streetcar), has ZipCars in the parking garage, and is in between two well-​stocked Capital BikeShare terminals. Additionally, there is a Giant two blocks south and a Harris Teeter two blocks north.
NoMa/​Near Northeast/​H Street Corridor (whatever you prefer to call it) has seen incredible changes over the past decade, and it’s a fantastic neighborhood for young professionals, families with children, or people who want to be in the middle of DC’s blossoming social scene.
A reality of living in DC is that rent will be expensive. I have found, however, that rent at The Loree Grand is still less than that of buildings in the area and other «up-​and-​coming» neighborhoods. In addition, the amenities (24-​hour concierge, 24-​hour gym, rooftop with a stunning view, grilling and picnic patio) are unbeatable. The only thing missing seems to be a pool (hint, hint).
Recently the building has undergone some staff turnover, but things have been going smoothly and nothing seems to have been lost in the transition as of yet. Maintenance requests are addressed in a timely manner, and each unit undergoes a quarterly preventative maintenance review in order to preempt any issues that may arise.
While I don’t have a dog or cat, the building is very pet-​friendly, and we have a nice little community here. The staff puts on resident events at least once a month, and coupled with events put on by the local BIDs, you’ll never be at a shortage for anything to do.
I love it here!

The only reason I’m not giving it 5 stars is because of Renee at the reception desk. This woman is the most unhappy and unpleasant employee in the building. Absolutely unprofessional. We have been in the building for a couple of years now and we’ve been very happy with the amenities and especially with the members of staff. Any time we had any questions or an issue with appliances (a very rare occasion) it was addressed promptly and with a smile. The building is well maintained, the tenants are friendly and courteous, and it’s all kept very clean. In addition to the location and services they offer, the professionalism and cheery attitudes of the concierge are especially noteworthy. Anoud Fikru, Tony Fletcher, and Antonio Godoy have been awesome since day one! Having them around has made it a great experience to live at The Loree Grand. 5 STARS to the three of them!

I have lived here since June 2012 and absolutely love it. The location is great, in the re-​gentrifying H Street area, and the apartments and overall building are beautifully maintained. Besides the beautiful up-​to-​date open floor plans and nice finishes like Berber carpet, ceramic tiles, and huge bathrooms, the professionalism of all the employees here is top-​notch. When I had an issue with my neighbors about a year ago (punks who loved to fall asleep with their TV on at full blast), management went out of their way to mitigate the issue and transferred me to an apartment in a quieter location in the building. In addition, the concierges are all courteous and friendly (especially Tony, who has received a promotion to a fancier building and will be sorely missed), maintenance is wonderful and responsive (Malik and Ramon are total sweethearts and seem to take care of any issue at the drop of a hat for the residents), and the cleaning crew always have a smile on their face and head-​pat for my dog.
I hope to stay here for quite a while. This place is wonderful!

I’d talk about the building, amenities and everything else here because they’re all amazing, but there’s only one reason why I came to Unilocal to write a review: our concierge. Everyone here is so nice and pleasant (there was one horribly rude concierge, but he no longer works here, thankfully), but the concierge, Tony, just sticks out amongst them all. He’s friendly, professional, helpful. After coming home late from a long day at the office, it is such a pleasure to have Tony see you struggling to find your key fob, buzz you in, and then greet you with a «Welcome home!» and a smile. Not to mention all throughout the summer, whenever I came back to the building, and I’m sweating, he’d always offer me a cold bottle of water that they keep behind the front desk. I’ve met few people so friendly yet professional. Tony’s memory for names is beyond belief. After I first met him when I came to check out my apartment, he has remembered me. I’m embarrassed to admit that he remembered my name before I remembered his. He also frequently reminds me that if I have any problems with the apartment (light bulb dies, I forget to lock my door, anything) to give him a call, and it’ll be solved. I’ve had seldom few such issues here, but he’s always been so prompt to solve them. It’s so refreshing to have someone so committed to his job. He arrives early, and he stays late. He has such a strong passion for his job, and it’s so refreshing. I travel a lot for work, so I’m only here about half of the year (note what an impression that he’s made on me especially considering that I only moved in five months ago), but the customer service and friendly personality that Tony provides puts five star hotels to shame.
Note that all of the concierge staff here so beyond friendly and welcoming. Tony just takes it a step above. If you’re looking for a place to live, check out the Loree Grand. Beautiful amenities, convenient area near the red line metro and Union Station (don’t let the fact that it’s in Northeast DC scare you — it’s very safe here), beautiful units, and. honestly, leaving home every morning and coming home every evening to a smiling, helpful, friendly face really makes such a big difference in your day.

I’m a current tenant in my third year living here. I’d be lying if I said The Loree Grand was perfect; it isn’t. The rent is high, even comparing to the rest of NoMA, and their requirement for a 60 day notice of vacating does not match up with the reality of living in DC. Those things aside, The Loree Grand makes one my living situation one of the few things really going right in my life. The staff are all wonderful people, whose work ethic, attentiveness, and general pleasantness make my life a great deal easier. The quality of amenities makes you think you’re almost living at a hotel. The apartments are spacious, comfortable, and break-​downs of any appliances is rare and dealt with quickly, efficiently, and always with a smile. Some members of the team have become friends and almost extended family. I hate that some of them have to be promoted, if only because I so genuinely enjoy them. And I want to give a special shout-​out to my main man Tony. If there was an example of the friendliest, hardest working, most dedicated employee in any apartment, it’s him. He has gone above and beyond for nearly every person who lives in this building, who he knows by name (including their pets!). Whenever I come in late at night, Tony is there with a smile and a greeting. If you can afford it, and the location fits, you really can’t do any better than The Loree Grand.

The Loree Grand is an amazing place to live! It is convenient to Union Station, Harris Teeter, H Street! The apartment building is clean, safe and the concierge staff is wonderful! Kudos to Tony, Charissa, Joel and Aarlyn! The down side to this building is that some of the wonderful staff get promoted to other buildings. Great for them, but stinks for the residents. Regardless, everyone is friendly and willing to help!
The maintenance crew is fantastic and prompt! I rarely need them, because the routine maintenance checks keep everything running smooth. There are often many resident events, holiday parties, etc. even with Hurricane Sandy and the derecho, the staff had pizza parties and supplies just in case we lost power (we didn’t!). Another reviewer stated the amenity fees were high. Yes, they are high, but comparable to other apartments in the area. The one thing that would make this place perfect would be a swimming pool! Other than that, the gym, wifi and excellent concierge service make this place a winner!

I am a current tenant and could not be happier with the Loree Grand. I moved from San Diego, where I was living in a small studio apartment in the heart of downtown, and I couldn’t be happier with the management, location, aesthetics, and pricing here. I am fully prepared for the increase in rates come time for lease renewal — the management was very upfront about the discounted rate we were getting as first time renters with the company, so I’m confused about the previous reviewer’s comments about a «bait and switch.» It’s very common for properties to offer deals for the first year, often below market value.
The Loree Grand is pet friendly, which I really appreciate having a new rescue pup. They have a «Pet of the Month» picture at the front desk which is cute and a good way to instill a sense of community. The front desk staff have always been nothing but helpful and courteous, and the one issue we’ve had with our dryer was fixed within 24 hours. It’s conveniently located between two metro stops, there’s a grocery store on First and a new one opening soon on H and 3^rd. If you want to be in the heart of the hustle and bustle of DC, then it’s obviously not for you, but its close enough and far enough for me to get the best of both worlds.

Just finished 2 years at this pleasant venue– a bit expensive, but 1^st class in many ways. Excellent staff & management. Minus one star only because of the cost of two car parking and rent increase with a new mandatory amenities fee.
Clean, bright, secure, pleasant service– particularly the concierge staff. Repairs and maintenance prompt and unobtrusive. No bugs!
I didn’t care for the «green» washer/​dryer – the electrical energy saved was at the expense of my human energy, and the dryer vents into the apartment (OK in the winter, I guess). Secure underground parking was good. The building is well-​situated between the New York (or NOMA, if you please) metro and Union Station, close to H St with a lot of things to enjoy, Harris Teeter and CVS are around the corner on 1^st street.
Another reviewer reported «bait and switch» which is alien to our experience. The lease is comprehensive and a sound business agreement – we got along fine and felt well-​treated and satisfied with «value for value».

I moved into the Loree Grand in July 2010 and was very impressed with the quality of the apartment and building facilities as well as their incredible staff. The apartments are big, clean, and modern. The 24-​hour gym, indoor parking garage, and free wi-​fi lounge are a bonus. Everyone on the staff impressed me from the first meeting: they’re professional, friendly, and always remember your name. I always recommend the Loree Grand to anyone looking to move to the NE DC area. You can’t beat the location: a 5 min walk to the NY Ave Metro or Union Station, Harris Teeter, CVS, cafes, and super close to H St and Eastern Market. :)