WC Smith takes care of essential utility costs by covering your water, sewer, and trash fees. Residents simply manage their electricity and communication services (phone, internet, and cable). That's one less thing to worry about and more predictable utility expenses!

While renters insurance isn't a mandatory requirement, we strongly urge you to secure a policy. This small monthly investment offers significant peace of mind and crucial financial protection for your personal property.

Safeguard Your Valuables: Imagine losing everything you own in a fire, or having your laptop and jewelry stolen. Renters insurance provides the financial means to repair or replace your personal belongings due to a wide range of perils, including:

• Fire and smoke damage
• Theft
• Vandalism
• Water damage (from burst pipes, etc.)
• Certain natural disasters (check your policy for specifics)

Landlord's Insurance Doesn't Cover You: It's a common misconception that your landlord's property insurance will protect your personal items. This is not the case. Our WC Smith property insurance explicitly covers the building itself, but it offers no coverage for your furniture, electronics, clothing, or any other personal possessions within your rented unit. Without renters insurance, you would be solely responsible for the cost of replacing everything out of your own pocket.

Affordable Peace of Mind: The cost of renters insurance is remarkably low, typically ranging from just $12 to $20 per month. This small premium is a negligible expense when weighed against the potential cost of replacing all your belongings, which could amount to thousands of dollars.

Flexibility and Choice: You are free to choose any insurance provider you prefer. We recommend comparing quotes from various companies to find the best coverage and rate that suits your needs.

Don't wait until disaster strikes to realize the value of renters insurance. Protect your possessions and your financial well-being with this affordable and essential coverage.

A fully stocked Giant Food is perfectly positioned roughly a half a mile away at 1345 Park Rd NW, Washington, DC 20010. Whether you are planning a five-course dinner or just need to grab a fresh gallon of milk, everything you need is right in your backyard.

• Pro-Tip: With the store so close, you can skip the "stocking up" stress and simply shop for what’s fresh today!

Kitchen provisioning has never been this effortless.

WC Smith makes paying your rent easy and flexible. Choose the method that works best for you:

• Online Rent Payment: The most convenient way to pay is through your secure resident portal or the WC Smith Resident App. Simply log in to submit your monthly rent payment electronically, anytime, anywhere.
• In-Person Payments: Prefer to pay in person? You're welcome to bring a check or money order directly to our leasing office during business hours.

In order to apply for an apartment, you'll need the following

Two Forms of ID:   

• Adults: Government-issued ID, Passport or valid DHS authorization ID
• Children: Birth certificate (long form) and SS card

All Proof of Income and Current Employment

• Last three consecutive paystubs
• Monthly fixed income (must be within 30-day of application date)
• Proof of any/all retirement accounts

$50 Processing Fee, Non-Refundable

(Every applicant 18 years of age or older must submit a separate application and pay the corresponding fee.)

The closest Metro station to Alpha House is the Columbia Heights / Adams Morgan station on the Green Line, located at 3030 14th St NW. This station offers a convenient commute to the city with easy access to shopping such as Target, Lidl, and Best Buy.