Columbia Plaza Apartments FAQs in Foggy Bottom, DC
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Answers about living at Columbia Plaza in Foggy Bottom floor plans, utilities, leasing, parking, GWU proximity, and more. Still have a question? Our team is a call away.
Location & Transit
Where is Columbia Plaza located?
How far is Columbia Plaza from the Foggy Bottom Metro?
How close is Columbia Plaza to Reagan National Airport (DCA)?
Reagan National is about 11 minutes away via a direct Blue Line ride from the Foggy Bottom-GWU Metro. Washington Dulles is roughly 26 miles out, and BWI is reachable by Amtrak from Union Station.
What is there to do near Columbia Plaza?
Apartments & Pricing
What floor plans are available at Columbia Plaza?
What features do the apartments include?
Many homes feature open layouts, parquet or wood-style plank flooring, generous walk-in closets, and floor-to-ceiling windows, and select apartments include private patios or balconies. Specific features vary by tower and floor plan the leasing team can match you to what's available.
Are utilities included in the rent?
Does Columbia Plaza offer furnished apartments?
Leasing & Application
How do I apply for an apartment at Columbia Plaza?
Can roommates lease together? Are co-signers or guarantors accepted?
Yes our 2 and 3-bedroom floor plans are well suited to roommates, and the leasing team can explain how roommate leases are structured. Guarantor or co-signer arrangements, which are common for students and international applicants, may be available. Contact the leasing office for current requirements and the documentation needed.
Is there a security deposit?
A security deposit applies and is refundable subject to the terms of your lease. Because deposit, application, and lease-term details can vary by floor plan and availability, please contact the leasing team for current specifics.
For GW Students
Is Columbia Plaza a good option for GW students?
How close is Columbia Plaza to the GWU campus?
About a 7-8 minute walk roughly 0.4 mile to GWU's Foggy Bottom campus. GW Hospital, the Milken Institute School of Public Health, and most academic buildings are within a short walk, making it one of the closest off-campus communities to campus.
Do you work with international students?
Yes. Our team regularly works with students arriving from abroad and can walk you through lease requirements, guarantor options, furnished options via CORT, and move-in logistics before you arrive. Virtual tours let you see your future home from anywhere.
Community & Policies
What amenities does Columbia Plaza offer?
Highlights include:
- 24-hour fitness center
- Controlled key-fob entry and video surveillance
- 24-hour front desk and on-site management and maintenance
- On-site laundry
- An on-site plaza with a market, coffee, restaurants, dry cleaning, and services
- Zipcar and Enterprise CarShare on the premises
Is parking available at Columbia Plaza?
What security features does Columbia Plaza have?
Key-fob controlled access throughout the building, a 24-hour staffed front desk, video surveillance, and on-site management and maintenance.
Does Columbia Plaza allow pets?
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Reach our leasing team for anything we didn't cover availability, pricing, tours, or the details of your move to Foggy Bottom.