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Housing & Residence Life
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016-8101
United States
The Frequency AU's Apartment-Style Residence Hall
This apartment-style hall offers in-suite kitchens and laundry, aÌýfitness center, roof deck, community lounges and study spaces, and other amenities in the heart of the popular Tenleytown shopping and restaurant area. It'sÌýan idealÌýlocation for AU students looking for a blend of apartment-style living and a fully supportedÌýresidential experience.
The Frequency is five minutes from main campus by the free AU shuttle, or a short 15-20 minute walk.ÌýIt is located onlyÌýsteps away from the Tenleytown/Â鶹´«Ã½ metro stop for easy access to downtown Washington, DC. Nearby restaurants and shopsÌýincludeÌýWhole Foods, CVS, Target, PaneraÌýand a host of other conveniences.
A fun bit of trivia: The Frequency got its name because it was the home, for severalÌýdecades, of AU's radio station, WAMU (88.5), which is also Washington, DC's National Public Radio (NPR) affiliate. Many famous Washingtonians and world leaders have passed through its doors!Ìý
In-Hall Staff
As with all AU residence halls, the FrequencyÌýhas 24/7 front desk andÌýcan only be entered with your key fob. In-hall staff include resident assistants (RAs) and a community director (CD). The Frequency's RAs live in the building, acting as peer educators and helping residents connect to their community.Ìý
Community Amenities
- 24/7 staffed front desk
- Secure main entrance and student apartments
- Mail & package delivery
- Private & group study spaces
- Rooftop patio
- A gym featuring treadmills, stationary bikes, and weights
- Indoor bike storage
- On-site parking at an additional cost
Room Amenities
- Twin bed frame and standard twin mattress
- Dresser set
- At least one desk (hangingÌýor built-in) and one desk chair to share.
- Couch and dining furniture (two-bedroom and large one-bedroom apartments only)
- Kitchenette
- Microwave
- 2-burner glass stove top
- Dishwasher
- Refridgerator
- Closet storage
- Washer/dryer combination unit
- Full bathroom
- Digital thermostat
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WiFi
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Each apartment has it's own WiFi router, located in the living room of 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom units, and in the living space of studio units. The sticker on the router has the login information for the WiFi access point. For WiFi access in community spaces, please see signs on the wall for connection instructions.
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Student Population
Who can live in Frequency Apartments?
- 2023-2024: upperclass students
- 2024 - 2025: upperclass students
Floor Plans
These floor plans may vary between specific units. ÌýUnit measurements listed on floor plans are an average for this unit type and the measurements for the full apartment.
- Small StudioÌý(2 occupant)
- Large Studio (2 occupant)
- Large 1 BedroomÌý(2 occupant)Ìý
- Large 1 Bedroom (Loft) - No access to balconyÌý- (2 occupant)
- 2 BedroomÌý(4 occupants)
Parking
16 parking spaces are available at the Frequency. They are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Please be aware that the parking garage entrance is 69 inches or 5.75 feet.Ìý
Parking can be requested by emailing frequencyconcierge@uippm.comÌýand will be billed by
Frequency parking permits do not provide parking privileges on the AU campus. Please contactÌýAU Parking & Commuter ServicesÌýfor parking on the AU campus property.
Maintenance Requests
Frequency residents should submit maintenance requests through email to frequencyconcierge@uippm.com or by calling 202-919-5871.ÌýPlease include your name, apartment number and specific details about the maintenance issue.
Requests involving furniture (bed, couch, desk, set of drawers, etc.) should be submitted through the Work Order section. If you are unsure who to submit the maintenance request to, the Work Order section provides details regarding who manages what issues.Ìý
Virtual Tours
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Our virtual tours are here provide an ideaÌýof a given room type. Each space may varyÌýbased on amenities, room shapeÌýand dimensions. Each virtual tour includes some decorative items to show what the room looks like when occupied, but these items are not included in rooms.Ìý
Click below to view virtual tours of the Frequency:
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- (4 occupants)
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