Apartment Essentials
Cleaning | DORM Needs | Furniture/Appliances | Storage | Parking | Renter's Rights | Mail BoxesOverview
Whether you’re living in college dorms or renting a new place, there are several things you need for your apartment to call it “Home”.
YourNewCity.Com has searched the neighborhoods and identified many services, businesses, and products you will want to contact for all your apartment needs.
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Cleaning
Besides giving your new place a good cleaning before moving in and using that kitchen or bathroom for the first time, you can schedule a monthly cleaning service that is well worth the minimal expense and is surprisingly convenient. Rates are usually $65-$85 for a one-bedroom apartment and you don’t even have to be there for the service. Just think, you won’t have to vacuum the carpet or clean the oven ever again!
City-wide Northwest DC OnlyDORM Needs
Whether you’re moving into a college dorm or your new place is small and feels like a dorm, there are several stores offering a variety of products and solutions to maximize your space, minimize your stuff, and organize your storage needs.
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Moving to a new place and needing new stuff? YourNewCity.Com has found several stores in the DC area that can help you find the furniture and appliances you need for your new place.
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Can’t part with that special piece of furniture? Don’t have enough space in the new place? Seasonal clothing taking up your closet? Maybe you need some storage space!
NW
Neighborhoods of: Dupont Circle, Logan, Shaw, Adams Morgan/Kalorama, Columbia Heights
Neighborhoods of: 16th St. Heights,
Colonial Village/Shepherd Park/Takoma, Petworth/Manor Park
NE Neighborhoods of Capitol Hill, Atlas/Trinidad, Ivy City
City-wide locations
Parking
Parking in the District is a premium. Whether you rent a spot for overnight parking (usually $200/month) or drive to work and pay to park in the garage (usually $10/day), parking can be a hassle and expensive. You will also want to make sure you read the information provided by DC’s Department of Motor Vehicles before bringing your car into the District. DC has many regulations and important policies for car owners, like “no-fault” accident policies and zoned parking permits.
If you do need parking during the day, the following Parking Companies provide daily and monthly rental garages scattered throughout the District.
- Parking Management Inc.
- Landmark Parking Inc.
- Central Parking Systems
- Atlantic Parking
- Colonial Parking Inc.
Renter's Rights
Whether you are about to rent your first apartment, or are simply new to DC, you should familiarize yourself with the District’s policies and agencies that govern renter’s rights and protect your interests.
A Washington Post Article that covers a wide range of common questions with some useful advice for renters.
The Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs for Washington, DC, governs landlord – tenant relationship matters. Be sure to check out their site for helpful information and contact numbers.
Another regulatory body with some general policies and information is the HUD Homes & Communities for Washington, DC, site.
Want to join an advocacy group to promote renter’s rights and awareness of rental policies? Join Tenant Advocacy Group.
Mail Boxes
If you’re moving to the District for school, or are starting a new career, chances are you’ll move several times in a just a few short years. Save yourself the time, hassle, lost mail, lost magazines, and late credit card notices and rent a mail box.
Take YourNewCity.Com’s advice and rent a mail box, it will be worth it. For as little as $25/month, you’ll receive:
- A permanent address, regardless of how often you move
- Secure location with no nosy neighbors looking into your mail and packages
- Signature receipt service – no needing to be home any more to receive certified mail or packages
- Specialized mailing service all at one location such as postage, boxes, shipping material, and insurance
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