Townhomes District of Columbia District of Columbia County Washington Columbia Heights DC 1228 Fairmont St NW

$12,000 / Month

1228 Fairmont St NW

Washington, DC 20009

Today

301-980-6367

Bedrooms

9
Bathrooms

6
Square Feet

3,359 sq ft
Available

Available Now

Highlights

City View
Deck
Wood Flooring
Victorian Architecture
2 Fireplaces
Upgraded Countertops

1228 Fairmont St NW

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About This Home

Available Now

Extraordinary opportunity in Columbia Heights! This expansive 9-bedroom, 6-bathroom, with 3 kitchens townhome offers over 3,300 sq ft of beautifully finished living space, including a legal 2-bedroom + den, 2-bath English basement with a private entranceâ€”ideal for guests, or multi-generational living. The main home features 9 spacious bedrooms, elegant hardwood floors, tall ceilings, and multiple outdoor terraces perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Enjoy a large deck, secure off-street parking for 2 vehicles, and updated kitchens and baths that blend modern convenience with timeless charm. This rare property offers flexibility and function in one of D.C.â€™s most vibrant neighborhoods. Strategically located near Howard University, MedStar Washington Hospital Center, Childrenâ€™s National Hospital, and the U Street and Columbia Heights Metro stations, this property is ideally positioned to attract tenants from the medical, academic, and professional sectors. Enjoy consistent rental demand and walkable access to parks, grocery stores, and cultural landmarks in one of D.C.â€™s most vibrant and evolving neighborhoods. Ready to move inâ€”donâ€™t miss this one!

1228 Fairmont St NW is a townhome located in District of Columbia County and the 20009 ZIP Code. This area is served by the District Of Columbia Public Schools attendance zone.

* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Home Details

Home Type

Interior Unit Townhome

Year Built

Built in 1912 | Remodeled in 2022

Accessible Home Design

More Than Two Accessible Exits

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

9 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom 6 Full Bathrooms Dual Flush Toilets

Eco-Friendly Details

Energy-Efficient Windows

Finished Basement

English Basement Basement Windows Walk-Up Access Laundry in Basement Front and Rear Basement Entry

Home Design

Victorian Architecture Shingle Roof Brick Exterior Construction Plaster Walls Permanent Foundation

Interior Spaces

Wood Flooring 2 Fireplaces Formal Dining Room Skylights Bay Window Crown Molding Ceiling height of 9 feet or more Ceiling Fan 3,359 Sq Ft Home Property has 4 Levels

Kitchen

Upgraded Countertops Stainless Steel Appliances Galley Kitchen Extra Refrigerator or Freezer Gas Oven or Range Cooktop Built-In Microwave Dishwasher Disposal Kitchenette

Laundry

Dryer Laundry on upper level

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $12,000 Requires 1 Month of Rent Paid Up Front 12-Month Min and 36-Month Max Lease Term Available 8/1/25 $40 Application Fee Assessor Parcel Number 2862//0048 Tenant pays for all utilities The owner pays for real estate taxes No Smoking Allowed Residential Lease

Location

Urban Location

Lot Details

2,378 Sq Ft Lot Property is in excellent condition Extensive Hardscape

Outdoor Features

Deck Patio

Parking

On-Street Parking Private Parking 2 Parking Spaces Paved Parking 2 Driveway Spaces

Schools

Cardozo Education Campus High School

Utilities

Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System Municipal Trash Natural Gas Water Heater No Septic System

Views

City Views

Community Details

Overview

No Home Owners Association Columbia Heights Subdivision

Pet Policy

No Pets Allowed

Contact

Listed by Maxine P Gill | Samson Properties
Phone Number
Contact
Source

Bright MLS, Inc.

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Amenities

Fireplace

Dishwasher

Basement

Neighborhood

Just two miles north of Downtown Washington, D.C. rests the both historic and modern Columbia Heights neighborhood. Home to statues of various historic figures and the Josephine Butler Parks Center as well as a thriving nightlife and international culinary scene, Columbia Heights blends the past with the present while keeping an eye on the future.

Renting in Columbia Heights affords you the chance to catch a performance at the GALA Hispanic Theater, explore Meridian Hill Park, attend the Annual Sundress Fest at Wonderland Ballroom, learn more about Mexican history and customs at the Mexican Cultural Institute, and absorb the history of the neighborhood on the Columbia Heights Heritage Trail. You can also visit the nearby Smithsonian National Zoological Park, Lincoln Theatre, and the Phillips Collection whenever you please.

Commuting and traveling from Columbia Heights is simple with access to the Metro, U.S. 29, I-395, and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

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Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Howard University	Walk:	10 min	0.6 mi
Johns Hopkins SAIS	Drive:	5 min	1.6 mi
John Hopkins SAIS	Drive:	5 min	1.7 mi
Trinity Washington University	Drive:	4 min	1.7 mi

1228 Fairmont St NW is within 10 minutes or 0.6 mile from Howard University. It is also near Johns Hopkins SAIS and John Hopkins SAIS.

Schools

Tubman Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Grades PK-5

540 Students

Attendance Zone

Cardozo Education Campus

Public Middle & High School

Grades 6-12

639 Students

Attendance Zone

Columbia Heights Education Campus

Public Middle & High School

Grades 6-12

1,567 Students

Attendance Zone

St. Augustine School

Private Elementary & Middle School

Grades 1-9

188 Students

Nearby

Emerson Preparatory School

Private High School

Grades 9-12

38 Students

Nearby

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Transportation

Transportation options available in Washington include Columbia Heights, located 0.5 mile from 1228 Fairmont St NW. 1228 Fairmont St NW is near Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located 6.6 miles or 14 minutes away, and Washington Dulles International, located 28.0 miles or 47 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Columbia Heights	Walk:	9 min	0.5 mi
U Street	Walk:	12 min	0.7 mi
Shaw-Howard U	Walk:	20 min	1.0 mi
Georgia Ave-Petworth	Drive:	3 min	1.3 mi
Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan	Drive:	4 min	1.7 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
4	Drive:	7 min	3.1 mi
L'enfant	Drive:	7 min	3.1 mi
Lead	Drive:	6 min	3.5 mi
Union Station	Drive:	8 min	3.6 mi
Crystal City	Drive:	11 min	5.3 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl	Drive:	14 min	6.6 mi
Washington Dulles International	Drive:	47 min	28.0 mi

Very Walkable

Walk Score^®

Out of 100

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

Excellent Transit

Transit Score^®

Out of 100

You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score^®

Out of 100

Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.

Soundscore^™

Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1228 Fairmont St NW.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
DC USA	Walk:	10 min	0.5 mi
AdMo Heights	Walk:	15 min	0.8 mi
4620-4630 14th Street	Drive:	4 min	1.7 mi

1228 Fairmont St NW has 3 shopping centers within 1.7 miles, which is about a 4-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Meridian Hill Park	Walk:	10 min	0.6 mi
Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site	Drive:	4 min	1.2 mi
Mary McLeod Bethune Council House NHS	Drive:	4 min	1.2 mi
National Zoo	Drive:	4 min	1.4 mi
National Geographic Museum	Drive:	5 min	1.8 mi

1228 Fairmont St NW has 5 parks within 1.8 miles, including Meridian Hill Park, Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site, and Mary McLeod Bethune Council House NHS.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Howard University Hospital	Walk:	16 min	0.8 mi
Children's Hospital National Medical Center	Walk:	19 min	1.0 mi
MedStar Washington Hospital Center	Drive:	3 min	1.4 mi