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EJF Rentals
Property Manager
4.5 stars
231 Reviews
Markets served
Washington, DC
Bethesda, MD
Chevy Chase, MD
Arlington, VA
Alexandria, VA
Licenses, Designations or Certificates
District of Columbia: PM98378574
About us
EJF understands that your time and investments are extremely valuable. You want your management company to get things right, the first time, every time. We get that, and we want to be your management company. We aren’t new here - tracing our original history back to 1920 - EJF Real Estate Services has been a family-owned, family-operated business focused on residential property management and real estate sales in the Washington DC metropolitan area for well over 25 years. Over the years, our business has been proudly built on personal referrals from satisfied clients, happy tenants and landlords. We are also committed to improving and enriching the community of property management professionals and the career advancement of those on the EJF team. This makes for a happy company! In fact, the average length of time our employees have been with us, exceeds the length of time of the average property manager’s career! So, when you engage EJF to buy or sell a property or to professionally manage your property, you can rest assured that you have made a wise choice. Our years of experience in the DC market have taught us many things and ensure that we will save you time, money and stress by taking on this complex work competently on your behalf.
Specialties
Long-term rental: 12+ months
Single-family/Townhouse/Condo
Small multi-family: 2-4 units
Reviews (231)
4.5 stars
231 Reviews
4.5 stars
231 Reviews
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5.0 stars
2 months ago
Reviewed by
Diane Burnes
I am a new client to EJF Realtors. The prior property management firm I worked with retired after 20+ years. Making the transition to a new firm can be challenging. EJF has been responsive and thorough with the management of our properties and reporting of issues and/or changes. Their portal is easy to navigate and contains all the relevant data needed to track both our residential and commercial property's performance.
To date, tenant issues and service needs have been addressed quickly.
I have had some technical support needs, which have been quickly resolved with much patience on the part of EJF.
I am feeling optimistic about the new relationship.
5.0 stars
3 months ago
Reviewed by
Koji Carino
Kudos for the outstanding customer service provided by Ms. Ivy Jesto and Ms. Diane Requillo. From the very beginning, they demonstrated excellent knowledge of housing-related matters and were able to clearly explain our options and the steps needed to resolve our issues.
Both Ms. Jesto and Ms. Requillo were extremely efficient and proactive in handling our concerns. They not only addressed our questions promptly, but also went the extra mile to accommodate our specific requests. Their professionalism, patience, and attention to detail made a stressful situation much easier for us.
Employees like Ivy and Diane are a great asset to the company. Their dedication to customer service and their expertise in their field truly stand out. I sincerely hope the company will recognize their value and continue to keep them as part of the team.
Keep up the great work!
5.0 stars
4 months ago
Reviewed by
David Leiner
EJF Rentals has consistently provided me with excellent service including great communication, well-considered direction and an organized on-boarding transition that have been great in keeping my tenants comfortable in the very critical handover stage. Gayzeal Barnedo has been particularly helpful in this process, and I cannot recommend her or EJF enough.
1.0 star
4 months ago
Reviewed by
Megan
I would tell anyone in my life to avoid renting an EJF property at all costs. EJF is a slumlord company, content to leave tenants living in unsafe and unsanitary conditions while racking up outrageous and often suspicious fees. Our kitchen was overtaken by rats for MONTHS because EJF refused to fix a hole in the exterior of the property (or adequately fix holes in the kitchen walls). We were living in a kitchen covered in duct tape and steel wool — our best attempt at protection — but they still chewed through (see photo). They also left us without heat for 2 weeks during a snowstorm because “the owner wanted to see if he could get a cheaper estimate” to fix the heater. (This is after we told them the heater had a carbon monoxide leak and the fire department had to be called and they took more than 24 hours to respond, and only did upon follow up). It is tough to be paying $3k/month for rent and be shivering under blankets in February and battling rats in your kitchen. The only thing that ever got them to lift a finger was threatening legal action, at which point they would dispatch the world’s shoddiest contractor to do work that often didn’t really fix the issue.
Most if not all of the customer service agents you can contact via email are actually contractors in the Philippines (presumably a cost cutting measure as God forbid anything like labor cut into EJF’s profits). We’ve spent a long time trying to decide whether the company is malicious or just truly incompetent — probably a mixture of both. That’s not to mention the various fees they’ve tried to charge us ($364 for a routine drain clearing? And a mysterious $160 “trash removal fee” they tried to take out of our deposit until we asked for more info/documentation and they immediately caved, calling it an “error”). The business practices are fishy, exploitative and simply unacceptable. DO NOT RENT FROM ANY PROPERTY EJF MANAGES IF YOU VALUE YOUR SANITY.
5.0 stars
4 months ago
Reviewed by
Kathleen Palmer
EJF Real Estate Services is a great company. Their employees are very knowledgeable, kind and always provide me with an immediate response to any questions or concerns regarding my rental property.
I can relax knowing that EJF it's keeping my property up with the necessary repairs and improvements. They carefully follow the DC regulations for the tenant’s safety and security.
They also recommend and provide rental increases that are fair and consistent with the market. Jocelyn, my property manager, is outstanding and really knows the business of customer satisfaction for the renter and the property owner. I would gladly recommend her to my family and friends.
5.0 stars
4 months ago
Reviewed by
Neal Barnard
Let me say a word of praise for EJF and especially for Ivy Jesto. I had a detailed question, and Ivy got back to me with the details I needed. She was thorough and professional, and I am very grateful.
Let me also say how grateful I am for Adolf Gemarino's work. I had some challenging issues to sort out, and he was able to give them fixed extremely efficiently and thoroughly. I'm very pleased.
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Jude Asher Reisman
I had a wonderful experience working with EJF Rentals - from the moment I found the listing all the way up until move in! I worked with James to tour the property and fill out the application. He was incredibly responsive and was able to follow up quickly on any questions I had. Leading up to move-in, there was continued communication throughout the process and we are very happy with the property and its condition. Would absolutely recommend working with this team!
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Esther Hill
I love my place it's clean and friendly and the staff is always willing to help you. I want to thank you for addressing my concerns and moving so quick to resolve it. Thank you to Ms. Maria. She's a nice person and she will take care of any concerns that you have as well as other staff members. Ms. Maria always take the time to email or call you and she's very caring. Thanks again for the wonderful experience. Esther Hill.
5.0 stars
2 months ago
Reviewed by
Diane Burnes
I am a new client to EJF Realtors. The prior property management firm I worked with retired after 20+ years. Making the transition to a new firm can be challenging. EJF has been responsive and thorough with the management of our properties and reporting of issues and/or changes. Their portal is easy to navigate and contains all the relevant data needed to track both our residential and commercial property's performance.
To date, tenant issues and service needs have been addressed quickly.
I have had some technical support needs, which have been quickly resolved with much patience on the part of EJF.
I am feeling optimistic about the new relationship.
5.0 stars
3 months ago
Reviewed by
Koji Carino
Kudos for the outstanding customer service provided by Ms. Ivy Jesto and Ms. Diane Requillo. From the very beginning, they demonstrated excellent knowledge of housing-related matters and were able to clearly explain our options and the steps needed to resolve our issues.
Both Ms. Jesto and Ms. Requillo were extremely efficient and proactive in handling our concerns. They not only addressed our questions promptly, but also went the extra mile to accommodate our specific requests. Their professionalism, patience, and attention to detail made a stressful situation much easier for us.
Employees like Ivy and Diane are a great asset to the company. Their dedication to customer service and their expertise in their field truly stand out. I sincerely hope the company will recognize their value and continue to keep them as part of the team.
Keep up the great work!
5.0 stars
4 months ago
Reviewed by
David Leiner
EJF Rentals has consistently provided me with excellent service including great communication, well-considered direction and an organized on-boarding transition that have been great in keeping my tenants comfortable in the very critical handover stage. Gayzeal Barnedo has been particularly helpful in this process, and I cannot recommend her or EJF enough.
1.0 star
4 months ago
Reviewed by
Megan
I would tell anyone in my life to avoid renting an EJF property at all costs. EJF is a slumlord company, content to leave tenants living in unsafe and unsanitary conditions while racking up outrageous and often suspicious fees. Our kitchen was overtaken by rats for MONTHS because EJF refused to fix a hole in the exterior of the property (or adequately fix holes in the kitchen walls). We were living in a kitchen covered in duct tape and steel wool — our best attempt at protection — but they still chewed through (see photo). They also left us without heat for 2 weeks during a snowstorm because “the owner wanted to see if he could get a cheaper estimate” to fix the heater. (This is after we told them the heater had a carbon monoxide leak and the fire department had to be called and they took more than 24 hours to respond, and only did upon follow up). It is tough to be paying $3k/month for rent and be shivering under blankets in February and battling rats in your kitchen. The only thing that ever got them to lift a finger was threatening legal action, at which point they would dispatch the world’s shoddiest contractor to do work that often didn’t really fix the issue.
Most if not all of the customer service agents you can contact via email are actually contractors in the Philippines (presumably a cost cutting measure as God forbid anything like labor cut into EJF’s profits). We’ve spent a long time trying to decide whether the company is malicious or just truly incompetent — probably a mixture of both. That’s not to mention the various fees they’ve tried to charge us ($364 for a routine drain clearing? And a mysterious $160 “trash removal fee” they tried to take out of our deposit until we asked for more info/documentation and they immediately caved, calling it an “error”). The business practices are fishy, exploitative and simply unacceptable. DO NOT RENT FROM ANY PROPERTY EJF MANAGES IF YOU VALUE YOUR SANITY.
5.0 stars
4 months ago
Reviewed by
Kathleen Palmer
EJF Real Estate Services is a great company. Their employees are very knowledgeable, kind and always provide me with an immediate response to any questions or concerns regarding my rental property.
I can relax knowing that EJF it's keeping my property up with the necessary repairs and improvements. They carefully follow the DC regulations for the tenant’s safety and security.
They also recommend and provide rental increases that are fair and consistent with the market. Jocelyn, my property manager, is outstanding and really knows the business of customer satisfaction for the renter and the property owner. I would gladly recommend her to my family and friends.
5.0 stars
4 months ago
Reviewed by
Neal Barnard
Let me say a word of praise for EJF and especially for Ivy Jesto. I had a detailed question, and Ivy got back to me with the details I needed. She was thorough and professional, and I am very grateful.
Let me also say how grateful I am for Adolf Gemarino's work. I had some challenging issues to sort out, and he was able to give them fixed extremely efficiently and thoroughly. I'm very pleased.
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Jude Asher Reisman
I had a wonderful experience working with EJF Rentals - from the moment I found the listing all the way up until move in! I worked with James to tour the property and fill out the application. He was incredibly responsive and was able to follow up quickly on any questions I had. Leading up to move-in, there was continued communication throughout the process and we are very happy with the property and its condition. Would absolutely recommend working with this team!
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Esther Hill
I love my place it's clean and friendly and the staff is always willing to help you. I want to thank you for addressing my concerns and moving so quick to resolve it. Thank you to Ms. Maria. She's a nice person and she will take care of any concerns that you have as well as other staff members. Ms. Maria always take the time to email or call you and she's very caring. Thanks again for the wonderful experience. Esther Hill.