The Ascent is a very nice looking apartment. Though, the management is frequently changing and maintenance staff seems small relative to the amount of tenants. Though, new management has joined so the hope is that they'll fix the issues. Parking $25 for 1 car and $75 for a second; and YOU WILL GET TOWED if you do not have visible parking passes. The coffee machines would break frequently and the elevators were not consistent - living on the 19th floor this was a major issue. Also, it is a non-smoking apartment. The views on the east and west are amazing. I lived on the east and saw the sunrise almost daily; and at night the well-lit establishments made it a city feel. The units are small compared to other apartments in the area and it does not have a business center so you'd have to ask Concierge to print if you do not own a printer. The apartment is about 98% occupancy so there are a lot of people coming in and out. The rooftop pool and penthouse is really a great place to host. Though, the furniture does not look as clean as it should. Sometimes the TVs don't work in the penthouse and the water filter in the gym needs to be replaced (we've had to remind them of these things because there are obviously no "check-ins"). The Ascent is a beautiful place to live and host guests but sometimes as tenant I felt like the amenities were not up to par. The surrounding area is great! Location is actually perfect for working in Tysons. Walking distance from Starbucks, McDonald's, gas station, etc. Shopping is super close with the Tysons Mall & Galleria 5-7mins away. Other shops like DSW, TJMaxx, Walmart, Marshall's, Home Goods, Pier 1 are close by as well - I could see most of these shops from my balcony. Wide-range of restaurants are nearby also; like Ruth Chris, Chipotle, Chic-fil-a, Panera Bread, Smashburger, Sakura, Potbelly's, McCormick&Schmick etc.

It's a great location with unbeatable access to the Metro. Things seem to go wrong, though. No hot water, elevators being out for several days, concierges that anyone in (so what's the point of locks on doors?). The entryway and gym are nice, though.

The building in nearly brand new. The floors, kitchens, bathroom, and appliances are all top notch and each unit has a washer and dryer. Can't ask for much more. The views from some of the higher units are pretty incredible too. Management and leasing staff have been wonderful so far!

I love my apartment! I hear other tenants complaining about things like noisy elevators that they can hear from inside their apartments, unresponsive management when it comes to repairs, etc, but none of this applies to me. It's chic, professional, great amenities, and so much more. I will say the parking garages are dangerous because they're so narrow and people speed like crazy. Other than that, I have no complaints.