The appreciation Valentine's event was so special. I really appreciate the maintenance team, the…read morebearcat driver and whoever's else helps every winter in clearing the snow and ice. The whole lakeside team, leasing office and the maintenance team are A plus that's why I keep renewing my lease since 2016! I've always lived in apartments since I was 17 years old and this is the best yet!!

Lived here for two years and the first couple months were fantastic. The amenities are decent and…read morethe outdoor grounds are beautiful however that's where the pros of this place end. Maintenance issues: since moving in our washer had flooded the entire bathroom 4 of 5 times and stopped working mid cycle so many times they had to give us a new one after about a year and a half of being there. The new dryer they gave us began smoking and almost caught fire on one occasion. Our roof in the bathroom leaked during a rainstorm which they told me was due to the vents on the outside not being properly maintained. We had a huge hole in our ceiling due to our upstairs neighbors which they couldn't fix for days due to the upstairs neighbors having an extra lock and refusing to open the door. We had so much water damage that caused mold all over the apartment because they just patched it up without actually fixing the moisture. UNSAFE- there was all types of sketchy people hanging around, people got their cars broken into, packages stolen, drug deals happening out in the open. I had to call the police several times on my neighbors for getting into domestic fights at all hours of the morning with a female screaming for help. After i brought this along with the other excessive noise concerns management did absolutely nothing. The "courtesy" officer is a joke and does not enforce noise at all. There was multiple times when many police were called to the complex one time an officer told me there was someone with a rifle threatening someone in their apartment For the price they're asking the apartments are ridiculously old and run down. There are MUCH better apartments for less money within ten minutes of here . Don't waste your money here

I usually prefer to wait until lease renewal or expiry time to review an apartment building because…read moreby then I would have had enough experience of living in a building to be able to give a qualified opinion. But in the case of Emerson, I am making an exception primarily because how much of an improvement it is over the last community we lived in. Both were advertised as luxury apartments, and both looked the part. But whereas our apartment in Station on Silver started falling apart within a few month of moving in, with cracks appearing on walls and the floors so flimsy that just the act of waking would make the cabinets tremble, the sturdy and reliable feel of our apartment at Emerson is a welcome change. The second biggest difference is the staff. While the entire leasing team at station on silver had only one lady who was actually praiseworthy and attentive to tenants while the rest always seemed a little vexed and having to do their jobs, the entire team at Emerson is just phenomenal! I have never experienced such honest leasing agents who were so forthcoming about the status of their apartments. Noise from neighbors had been an issue everywhere we lived and when asked, two separate leasing agents at the emerson made no effort to lie like others and claim that noise would not be an issue. They both told me the honest truth that this is an unavoidable issue in such complexes and they've done their best to insulate each apartment but some noise is to be expected. This honesty won me over and in my experience here so far, I've noticed that the noise problem is actually a lot less of an issue here than previous apartments. Beyond being honest, the team is also extremely helpful, attentive, considerate and proactive. Not to mention friendly and really welcoming anytime you visit them. They are the single biggest reason to move here in comparison to other places, and if you have lived in apartments long enough, you will understand how important a reliable and trustworthy management is. The amenities and apartment features are par for the course for modern luxury apartments with a fantastic gym, plethora of meeting areas, pool, Grills, rooftop, SS appliances, gorgeous wood flooring and cabinetry, soft carpeting and great aesthetics over all. Add to that the breathtaking view of the lake from the apartments along the back of the building and you have a recipe for a great life experience here. It's not devoid of cons however. But luckily, all the cons are so minor that they cant really take anything away from the overall Emerson experience, which is why i still gave them 5*. First of all, the building is a bit of behemoth and navigating it can be confusing and cumbersome to the point where we actually find it easier to drive to the mail room than to walk to it. Secondly, parking is not free and reserved parking is quite expensive. Thirdly, guest access is very archaic compared to modern solutions like butterfly MX being used elsewhere. This perhaps makes the building more secure but at the expense of convenience for tenants and guests alike. Finally, and this pertains to the floorplan we chose so may not be an issue on other floor plans, but the utilization of space isn't as well thought out as it could have been. This leads to some frustration when cooking as the kitchen is needlessly cramped with plenty of unused space around that can't really be utilized any other way. The laundry nook is a great little space which could have been so much more useful if the shelves inside had been placed within actual reach. Loads of closet space is again hampered by nice looking but impractical shelving. However, we have a lovely view of the lake, and even the blue ridge mountains on a clear day, so we find it easy to overlook this little niggles. All in all, you will be hard pressed to find a better place to live in at this price point in NOVA. With easy access to all major roadways and walking distance to loads of shops and restaurants, there really is no reason to not love living here.

Sometimes I feel like this place operates more like a college dorm for 22-year-olds than a…read moresupposedly upscale apartment complex. My car was recently vandalized in the parking garage, TWICE in one week. The garage door was wide open, allowing essentially anyone to walk in, and there was no usable surveillance footage of what happened because there are hardly any cameras. The cameras they do have are these sad little webcam-looking things stuck in one corner of each parking level that barely cover anything. They pride themselves on being a "smoke-free community," but in my experience, complaints were not taken seriously. It wasn't until I recorded a neighbor physically threatening me that meaningful action was taken. The priorities here are honestly bizarre. Apparently there's room in the budget for taco trucks and a dog spa--because, naturally, what an apartment complex really needs is a luxury wellness facility for dogs--but basic security and adequate surveillance? Not so much.

I have lived here for about 2 1/2- 3 years and I have really enjoyed it! Maintenance responds…read morequickly to any requests submitted, the neighborhood is nice, quiet, and clean. There is a great walking trail right behind the complex that I have made great use of. The units are very spacious. The leasing office staff are very nice and helpful- specifically Erika who has handled both of my leases and all of my questions over the years. She is awesome! Although I am moving out, I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who asks.

Erica is so sweet and always is easy to talk to and tries to work with you for the best deals!read more

Ever since I reached out for more information on this complex and Christiny called me back...just…read morewow she is an angel sent from heaven. She made my last min move and all the questions I had seem so easy and fast to accomplish. She was my personal shopper honestly. Christiny was able to make an appointment to tour the actual apartment I was going to get within a week. All the paper work was organized and sent right away. She took all the stress out of it for me and really made me feel like I was speaking and venting with a friend. This community is so warm and family oriented, I never want to leave. Both my child and dog love it here.

If you're looking for someone who redefines what it means to deliver top-tier customer service,…read morelook no further than Karla. From the moment I first spoke with her, she was professional, kind, and incredibly knowledgeable. She made what is often a stressful process--finding and leasing an apartment--feel smooth, straightforward, and even enjoyable. Karla took the time to listen to exactly what I was looking for and matched me with the perfect unit. She answered all of my questions promptly and clearly, and she followed up at every step without ever being pushy. Her attention to detail and genuine care for her clients are unmatched. It honestly felt like she was more excited than I was when everything was finalized! You can tell Karla truly loves what she does, and it shows in the way she treats people. She's not just a leasing assistant--she's a total rockstar and an absolute asset to her team. If every leasing experience were like this, apartment hunting would be a dream. Thank you, Karla, for making this such a positive and memorable experience. You're amazing!

Awful service. They charge exorbitant rates and don't have any amenities. They're also never…read moreavailable to answer the phone and are slow to return messages.

Having been a resident of this complex, I have found it to be quiet and convenient…read more It is near all the shopping in Fair Lakes, Rt 66, George Mason University, Fair Oaks INOVA Hospital, as well as Fairfax Corner. The residents are quiet and keep to themselves. The gym is basic with decent/new equipment. The pool is quiet without a bunch of young children. Parking for guests is easy, as well as parking in the garage for residents.

As part of the moveout process, I received a checklist of all of the things you get charged for…read more.. I'm attaching that picture so you will be warned. I have lived in a lot of rentals over the years. This is the absolute worst one for finding every way possible to take as much money as possible from you. When I was looking at apartments and first moved in, even while I continued to live there, I got pleasant customer service. As soon as that notice is given to move out? Miserable move out experience. MISERABLE!

I miss my home. I left only because of growing children and needed more space. Otherwise, I'd still…read morebe living there. STAFF: A professional, friendly, fare, commutative team that I considered to be more like family. Always approachable, willing to listen and dedicated to making tenants, safe, comfortable, and happy, Legend Management Group's all star cast at The Elms at Centreville gets a standing ovation! RESIDENTS: Quiet, private, yet neighborly and happy to help if in need. FUN: Hurray to the staff for making holidays fun! Valentine Cards, Tricks-or-Treats, and more, delivered to each door. Special Events catered and open to the tenants. RENTAL SPACE: Clean, welcoming, with a smart floor plan, and well maintained plumbing, HOME: For me, there was nothing "apartment" about it. Letter H was my happy place, It was my home. H for HOPE, HAPPY, HOME. None of the good things mentioned wouldn't be possible without the staff. : for the experience. : to the staff. from me.

I've lived here for almost three years now. I'm renting a…read morecondo. It's a great location and there are many ammenties but this place is way overpriced. There are close to 400 units in this complex and they were built in 2005. Right as the Real Estate market was cresting in NoVa. By overpriced I mean 1,200 squrefeet for $350K. Condo fees average about $500 a month. A 2br, 2bath unit rents for $1,750...you get a fitness center, secure garage, pool with clubhouse and s secure building.

The building managers are extremely awful humans to the residents, and they will never take…read moreresponsibility for their ongoing mistakes. And, many cars parked in the garage were damaged by the construction company they hired to maintain the garage. Last but not least, there is a HUGE balance on a bill that residents have to pay for due to very poor financial management. The swimming pool and gym were closed for the longest of time, even though the residents paid for those 2 amenities for resident usage. Bad bad bad and awful humans as managers who behave very rudely to their kind residents.

We lived at the Meadows since 2010 until 2026. We had no problems. The managment are doing great…read morejob maintaining the outdoor areas and, and buildings outside maintenance. Through the years, they maintained the landscaping in descent shape and stay on top of garbage collection. MQ

Worst place to live. trash everywhere. Security. Drive around only looking to tow people cars for…read moreextra money in there hand. They just ride around in a golf cart. They are so unhelpful in the neighborhood actually have no idea why they are here. All they do is sit in the pool house and drive around every 3 hours.

Tim Kelly and his team have been impressive from the start. This has been my wife and I's first…read morehome-buying experience and we were referred to Tim and Highlands Residential Mortgage and they made the process clear, understandable and a lot less stress than I would have assumed after hearing horror stories from other friends who have bought homes. Tim and his team sent regular updates as well as informative videos detailing the steps in the process as we went through getting our loan and purchasing our home. Tim went an extra 7 miles by creating short videos specifically to my wife and I, answering questions we had emailed him and he was also always communicating his availability to us if we had questions or concerns. I couldn't imagine someone having a better experience and honestly, just read the emails and watch the videos and you will be well informed and then get the requested documents to them via their app or email and you will have a great experience too!

My wife and I had an incredible experience working with Tim and his team! They were very…read moreknowledgeable and quick to respond to all of our questions as we purchased our first home. I look forward to working with Tim again in the future!