DARO Realty in the News
“Revitalizing Vintage Buildings,” Journal of Property Management
Monday - December 01, 2008
This article, written by DARO’s Director of Marketing & Communications, Chrystal Brown, featured specific revitalization methods that DARO has recently done to restore and maintain the character that historic buildings such as DARO’s offer. All thirteen DARO communities impart that vintage, art deco appeal of gleaming hardwood floors, built-in bookcases and black and white-tiled kitchens and bathrooms.
“Cathedral Court: Grand Entrance,” Before & After, Multifamily Executive
Saturday - May 01, 2004
DARO’s last purchased building, Cathedral Court, located just across the street from the beautiful, historic National Cathedral, underwent a major lobby renovation. Noble Design (Robin Noble Lehan) was responsible for the renovation.
“Efficiency at 16th and Q,” The Washington Post
Saturday - April 17, 2004
Premiere DARO community, Sixteen Hundred, was showcased in the Washington Post’s Apartment Living section. Sixteen Hundred is located in the heart of the city, right at the cusp of downtown and Dupont Circle, both prime locations in the District.
“Recipes for Success: The Ingredients for an Effective Kitchen Rehab,” Multifamily Executive
Thursday - April 01, 2004
In the early to mid 2000’s, DARO’s focus was to rehab all of their older kitchens of previous years (metal and/or outdated or deteriorating wood cabinets, butcher block countertops, old fixtures, etc.) to a more clean and contemporary feel with all white wood cabinets and melamine counters. K. David Meit, former EVP at DARO discusses what it takes to administer a successful kitchen rehab.
“Cathedral Court,” Renovation of the Issue, Bulletin
Thursday - January 01, 2004
Cathedral Court’s beautifully renovated lobby and gorgeous, expansive apartments are discussed in this article.
“Art Deco Delight in DC,” The Washington Post
Saturday - December 13, 2003
The District of Columbia is home to various styles of buildings. Many DARO communities are considered “art deco” because of the time period in which they were built and the designs and materials that were used during that time. All DARO buildings were built in the 1920’s & 1930’s.
“Landlords Keep Tenant Files Primarily as Safeguards Against Lawsuits,” The Washington Post
Saturday - November 29, 2003
This article discusses the importance of keeping tenant files for a lengthy period of time, in the event that records are needed for later reference. DARO’s practice is to keep resident files for at least seven years.
“A Soft Rental Market Means Deals, but Not for Everyone,” The Washington Post
Saturday - February 22, 2003
During the early 2000’s, DARO was in the fortunate position of never having to offer a concession or even decrease rental rates. Of course, this was all before rent control laws came into effect in DC. This changed everything. Still today, DARO believes in “no concessions.” Rents are set based on the market and on stipulations of rent control.
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