Townhomes District of Columbia Washington Shaw

$4,995 / Month

1537 5th St NW

Washington, DC 20001

301-814-3115

Bedrooms

3
Bathrooms

2.5
Square Feet

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Available

Available Jul 12

Highlights

Fireplace
Basement

1537 5th St NW

About This Home

Available Jul 12

Nestled in the charming Shaw neighborhood, this exquisite 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom townhouse offers a perfect blend of historic elegance and modern convenience. Built in 1900, this Federal-style gem has been meticulously maintained, ensuring a comfortable and inviting atmosphere for its residents. Step inside to discover a harmonious combination of dining and living spaces, adorned with beautiful wood floors that lead into the kitchen. French doors take you from the kitchen to the private enclosed backyard space (with a rear shed). The kitchen is a culinary enthusiast's dream, equipped with high-end appliances including a gas oven/range, dishwasher, microwave, and refrigerator. Three ample sized bedrooms on the second floor, including a lofted room perfect for a primary bedroom or office space. The laundry area is conveniently featuring a washer and dryer for your convenience. Available for lease starting July 1, 2026, with flexible lease terms (minimum of 12 months). Smoking is not permitted, and the fireplace is decorative. Experience the exclusive lifestyle that this remarkable townhouse offers, where historic charm meets modern luxury. Embrace the opportunity to call this beautiful property your home, and enjoy all that the Shaw neighborhood has to offer! One month's security deposit, pets are welcome on a case by case basis. Dogs must be less than 60 pounds. Pet rent applicable. All residents over the age of 18 must apply separately, $54 per application. Tenant is responsible for all utilities (gas, electric, water, cable/internet). Voucher applicants are welcome to apply.

1537 5th St Nw is a townhome located in District of Columbia County and the 20001 ZIP Code. This area is served by the District Of Columbia Public Schools attendance zone.

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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

Townhome Features

Fireplace
Dishwasher
Basement

Contact

Listed by John Schwinn | Corcoran McEnearney
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Bright MLS, Inc.

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Neighborhood

The trendy neighborhood of Shaw is fast becoming one of Washington, DC’s top neighborhoods. The neighborhood is the birthplace of jazz legend Duke Ellington, and the bars and nightclubs played host to names like Ella Fitzgerald, Cab Calloway, Marvin Gaye, and Pearl Bailey. The iconic Howard Theatre still draws some of the biggest names in music.

Shaw apartments are plentiful and living here provides easy access to some of DC’s top restaurants, such as Table, Habesha, Bistro Bohem, and Azi’s Café. Shaw borders Logan Circle, another of DC’s top neighborhoods, and it is directly south of Howard University. Shaw is a very pedestrian-friendly neighborhood with easy access to two Metro stations. It is home to some of DC’s trendiest boutiques, art galleries, and markets. The increased popularity of Shaw and the high demand for housing has led to an interesting blend of historic rowhouses and sleek, modern apartment towers.

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Amenities

Fireplace

Dishwasher

Basement

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Georgetown	Walk:	14 min	0.7 mi
Georgetown Law	Walk:	14 min	0.7 mi
Howard University	Walk:	18 min	1.0 mi
The Chicago School	Drive:	3 min	1.4 mi

1537 5th St NW is within 14 minutes or 0.7 mile from Georgetown. It is also near Georgetown Law and Howard University.

Schools

Seaton Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Grades PK-5

390 Students

Attendance Zone

High Road Middle School of Washington

Private Elementary, Middle & High School

Grades K-12

Nearby

St. Augustine School

Private Elementary & Middle School

Grades PK-8

228 Students

Nearby

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Transportation

Transportation options available in Washington include Shaw-Howard U, located 0.3 mile from 1537 5th St NW. 1537 5th St NW is near Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located 6.4 miles or 12 minutes away, and Washington Dulles International, located 29.1 miles or 46 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Shaw-Howard U	Walk:	6 min	0.3 mi
Mount Vernon Square/7Th St-Convention Center	Walk:	10 min	0.5 mi
U Street	Walk:	16 min	0.8 mi
Noma-Gallaudet U	Walk:	19 min	1.0 mi
Gallery Place-Chinatown	Drive:	3 min	1.3 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Lead	Drive:	3 min	1.6 mi
Union Station	Drive:	4 min	1.7 mi
L'enfant	Drive:	5 min	2.2 mi
Alexandria	Drive:	9 min	5.0 mi
Silver Spring Marc Eb	Drive:	13 min	6.9 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl	Drive:	12 min	6.4 mi
Washington Dulles International	Drive:	46 min	29.1 mi

Getting Around

Exceptionally Walkable

Walkability

100 / 100

Exceptional Public Transit

Transit

90 / 100

Fairly Drivable

Drivability

40 / 100

Very Bikeable

Bikeability

80 / 100

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Traffic

Airport

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1537 5th St NW.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
1535-1545 New Jersey Ave NW	Walk:	3 min	0.2 mi
CityMarket at O	Walk:	6 min	0.3 mi
Gallery Place	Drive:	2 min	1.2 mi

1537 5th St NW has 3 shopping centers within 1.2 miles, which is about a 2-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site	Walk:	5 min	0.3 mi
Mary McLeod Bethune Council House NHS	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi
Marian Koshland Science Museum	Drive:	2 min	1.3 mi
Meridian Hill Park	Drive:	5 min	1.6 mi
National Geographic Museum	Drive:	4 min	2.0 mi

1537 5th St NW has 5 parks within 2.0 miles, including Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site, Mary McLeod Bethune Council House NHS, and Marian Koshland Science Museum.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Howard University Hospital	Walk:	14 min	0.7 mi
Children's Hospital National Medical Center	Drive:	4 min	1.8 mi
MedStar Washington Hospital Center	Drive:	5 min	2.0 mi