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These Gables Are More Than Green
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Goh, who was unfamiliar with the Washington area, said she likes her new neighborhood, which reminds her of her hometown, Bloomington, Ind.
Kristen Ezzell and her partner, Shae Agee, also found the area appealing. They moved to the Gables from downtown Washington in late September. Ezzell and Agee said they like the easier parking and the choice of restaurants and grocery stores that living near the suburbs affords them.
Ezzell, 34, said they also chose Takoma because they feel that it is more open and accepting of gay couples. Even the application process at Gables was accommodating.
"Usually, you have to put in two applications [unlike married couples] when you rent an apartment, but they didn't make us do that at the Gables, and we appreciate that," Ezzell said.
In addition, they like the size of the apartment.
"It's very big for a one-bedroom, with walk-in closets. We have a lot of space. The stainless-steel appliances are just beautiful," Ezzell said.
Kitchens also have granite counters. Building amenities include a fitness room, a juice bar, a coffee station, a WiFi-equipped lounge and two rooftop terraces, along with the environmental features.
Ezzell said she appreciates energy- and water-saving elements, including toilets with two flush settings.
"We like that the apartment is environmentally friendly and that we save on our water and electricity bill," Ezzell said.
Ezzell also said that the building is pet-friendly and that staff members always greet their dog, Peyton, when they go for walks.
Some construction is still going on at the building, Ezzell noted. But staff has tried to minimize its impact on residents, such as when Agee got sick recently and made a trip to the emergency room.
"They knew she'd have to be home, so [the apartment manager] stopped construction so she could rest," Ezzell said. "They didn't have to do that, but they did."
