Frequently Asked Questions

Crystal City Lofts offers studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments in Arlington, including distinctive two-story loft-style floor plans with ceilings reaching 9–20 ft. and townhome-style options. Apartment homes range from 429 -1,637 sq. ft. with clean, contemporary finishes throughout. You can explore our floor plans and view current availability.

Crystal City Lofts offers flexible lease terms of 3-15 months. Our leasing team can explain current term options and pricing based on the apartment home you choose, or you can explore available options on our floor plans page.

Balconies and patios are available in many of the apartment homes at Crystal City Lofts. You can view apartment home layouts on our Floor Plans page. Click “View Available Apartments” to see detailed features for each individual home, including outdoor spaces.

Yes. Full-size washer and dryer sets are included in every apartment home at Crystal City Lofts, from studios to two-bedrooms, at no additional charge.

Crystal City Lofts apartment homes are cable- and high-speed internet-ready. Residents are responsible for setting up and managing their own cable and internet connections with available local providers. High-speed Wi-Fi is also provided throughout all common areas of the building.

All kitchens include a black-on-black full appliance suite with a refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, disposal, and microwave, plus flat-front espresso cabinetry, polished nickel hardware, subway tile backsplashes, and designer countertops.

We offer virtual and in-person tours during office hours or by appointment. Explore tour options on our website.

Crystal City Lofts is one of the few apartment communities in the Washington, D.C. area with genuine two-story loft-style floor plans, some with private, townhome-style entrances. Ceilings reach up to 20 feet with elevated sleeping lofts in select homes, designer track lighting, and large windows that fill the space with natural light. Whether you’re in a cozy studio or a spacious two-bedroom loft, the space genuinely feels one-of-a-kind.

Crystal City Lofts charges various fees associated with each unique lease. You can find a high-level overview of our fees listed below; however, our leasing team will provide a full, itemized cost sheet for the exact apartment home you’re considering before you sign your lease.

Non-Refundable Fees

• Application Fee - $50
• One-Time Pet Fee - $500 for 1 Pet or $1,000 for 2 Pets
• Monthly Pet Rent - $60/Cat and $60/Dog
• Amenity Fee - $250 at Move-In, $149 at Renewal
• Building Protection Plan - $10/Month
• Move-Out Cleaning Fee (Mandatory) - $130 (Studio), $140 (1 BR), $150 (2 BR), or $160 (2BR and Den)
• Unreserved Parking Space (Garage) - $125/Month
• Roommate Change - $500
• Mid-Lease Transfer - $500
• Please contact our leasing team for the most up-to-date information on any specials or waived fees.

Refundable Fees

• Standard Security Deposit - $350 up to 2 months’ rent (based on credit approval), determined individually for each applicant

Crystal City Lofts has garage parking available for residents. Resident parking fees are listed below:

• Unreserved Parking Space (Garage) - $125/Month
• Guest Parking - $10/night

Apartment home pricing varies based on the specific layout, location, features, lease term, and move-in date. View available apartments and pricing.

You can find the Rental Qualification Criteria for all Dweck Properties communities on our rental qualification page. Give us a call if there’s anything you need assistance with!

Crystal City Lofts is owned and managed by Dweck Properties. You can learn more about us here!

The Dweck Customer Service Pledge guarantees that if we haven’t met your expectations, within the first 30 days of your lease start, simply provide a 30-day written notice to either 1) transfer to another residence within your community, 2) transfer to another Dweck community, or 3) break your lease – no questions asked and no additional fees.

Crystal City Lofts has an on-site maintenance team with 24-hour emergency maintenance support. Residents can submit non-emergency maintenance requests through the resident portal/mobile app, or can call our dedicated resident phone number for emergency maintenance needs.
The Dweck Properties Customer Service Pledge guarantees that during weekdays, any non-emergency maintenance requests, questions, or concerns submitted will receive a personal response within two business days. If we cannot complete the non-emergency maintenance request within two business days, you will be notified of the status and when to expect resolution.

If you have any questions about Crystal City Lofts, wish to schedule a tour of our apartment homes, or need assistance from our management team, reach out to us directly. You can find all of our contact information here.

Your pets are welcome at Crystal City Lofts, but there are restrictions that may apply. Each apartment home allows up to two pets. Cats and dogs require a $500 one-time fee per pet and $60 monthly pet rent per pet. Breed restrictions may apply, so please review our full Pet Policy.

Crystal City Lofts is located in Crystal City, a vibrant neighborhood in the heart of National Landing, Arlington, Virginia. National Landing connects the Crystal City, Pentagon City, and Potomac Yard neighborhoods into a walkable urban district just minutes from Washington, D.C., with restaurants, retail, transit, and trails right at your doorstep. You can learn more about National Landing here, and more about our immediate neighborhood here.

The Crystal City Lofts neighborhood is exceptionally walkable. Most daily errands, including groceries, dining, fitness, and transit, are accessible entirely on foot. The community sits in National Landing, a connected, mixed-use neighborhood that makes a car-light lifestyle very achievable for most residents. Check out our interactive neighborhood map here.

Crystal City Lofts is a short walk from the dining and retail hubs along Crystal Drive as well as the shopping, dining, and social options in Pentagon City and Metropolitan Park. Residents enjoy quick access to coffee shops, casual dining, and everyday conveniences without ever needing to drive.

The Whole Foods Daily Market on Crystal Drive is the closest option for quick grocery runs, produce, and grab-and-go essentials. For a full weekly trip, Whole Foods Market and Harris Teeter are nearby for full grocery baskets, household staples, and pharmacy-style convenience items. Costco in Pentagon City is also convenient for pantry staples and bulk purchases.

The Fashion Centre at Pentagon City Mall, Pentagon Centre, and Westpost at National Landing (formerly Pentagon Row) are all nearby, offering a wide range of shops and dining options to cover all your retail needs.

Ample dining and nightlife options line Crystal Drive, just a short walk from home. The Alamo Cinema & Drafthouse is nearby for movies paired with food and drinks, and Lucky Strike bowling and arcade is nearby on the 23rd Street restaurant and entertainment corridor.

Crystal City Lofts features a 24-hour state-of-the-art fitness center right in the building. For more variety, Brazen Fitness CrossFit gym is located right next door, and the Long Bridge Aquatics & Fitness Center is at the end of Long Bridge Park, a few moments from our community. Movement Climbing & Fitness Gym is one block down Crystal drive, offering indoor rock climbing, training, and yoga classes. Crystal City and Pentagon City also offer a wide range of fitness studios, including [solidcore], CorePower, PureBarre, Orangetheory, and CrossFit at Brazen Fitness.

Crystal City Lofts sits directly alongside Long Bridge Park, giving residents immediate access to jogging paths, gardens, and open green space. Just down Crystal Drive, you can connect to the Mount Vernon Trail & Bike Path, an 18-mile paved multi-use trail stretching from George Washington’s Mount Vernon to Theodore Roosevelt Island. Complimentary bike racks on-site make it easy to store a bike for commuting or weekend rides.

Long Bridge Park is right at your back door — scenic trails, sports fields, gardens, and panoramic views of Reagan National Airport, the Crystal City skyline, the Potomac River, and the Washington Monument. Gravelly Point Park is a favorite spot for watching planes come and go from DCA.
The Long Bridge Aquatics & Fitness Center is just a short walk away, and the brand-new Metropolitan Park (“Met Park”) features green space, playgrounds, dining, and community activities. Stay up to date on neighborhood events through the National Landing BID website.

Many residents enjoy a car-free or car-light lifestyle at Crystal City Lofts! The community is five blocks from the Crystal City Metro Station, close to the Pentagon City Metro Station, and steps from the Crystal City Virginia Railway Express station. With nearby grocery stores, dining, and shopping all within walking distance, commuting and daily errands are very doable on foot, by bike, or via public transit.

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is just a five-minute drive, or one Metro stop, from Crystal City Lofts (a direct ride on the Blue/Yellow lines). On a nice day, some residents even choose to bike over. Future plans for a more direct pedestrian bridge connecting Crystal City to DCA near Terminal 2 will make access even easier in the coming years. Very exciting!

Crystal City Lofts is just a few blocks from the Crystal City Virginia Railway Express station. The VRE is a great option for those who commute regionally beyond Metro routes, providing rail service from downtown Washington, D.C. to major Virginia suburbs along the I-66 and I-95 corridors.

Crystal City Lofts sits directly alongside Long Bridge Park and the new Long Bridge Aquatic Center, with sweeping views of the Potomac River, the Washington Monument, and the D.C. skyline from select apartment homes. It’s a peaceful, garden-filled setting steps from the energy of National Landing’s retail and dining core, the Crystal City Metro station, and the Virginia Railway Express — a rare combination of natural beauty and urban convenience.

Crystal City Lofts offers a full suite of amenities designed to enhance everyday living. Residents enjoy a 24-hour state-of-the-art fitness center, a resident lounge with a full-sized bar and billiards table, a home theater with leather recliner chairs available for private viewings, a business center with Mac computers and printers, and outdoor courtyards with gas grills and shaded lounge seating.

Additional amenities include professional landscaping and manicured gardens, controlled building access, high-speed elevators, Dryy valet dry cleaning services, high-speed Wi-Fi throughout all common areas, and a dedicated on-site management and maintenance team. You can view our full amenity list on our website.

Crystal City Lofts hosts social events and activations for residents on a regular basis throughout the year. These get-togethers are a casual and fun way to meet your neighbors and get to know the Crystal City Lofts team. We also frequently host fitness classes, charitable initiatives, and community activations. To see what life at Crystal City Lofts looks like, check out our Facebook and Instagram pages!

Crystal City Lofts partners with Volo Sports leagues to offer free spaces for our residents to join recreational teams at nearby locations, including Club Volo beach volleyball courts and bowling at Lucky Strike.

Crystal City Lofts is an active participant in the Military Rental Partnership Program (RPP), which means we offer a 5% military discount to active-duty individuals who qualify through participating bases and defense organizations. The program may include waived security deposit, application, and credit check fees, subject to location- and organization-specific participation guidelines. Reach out to our leasing team today to learn more!

Qualifying military situations — such as active duty, deployment, change of duty station, reservist or National Guard activation, voluntary enlistment, draft, or release from active duty — allow early lease termination consistent with SCRA protections, without lease termination fees or concession payback charges when documentation is provided. Foreign Service members and Diplomats can request additional lease-break accommodations through the leasing team.