District of Columbia Washington Shaw

$2,500 / Month

1605 7th St NW Unit 7

Washington, DC 20001

703-835-0517

Bedrooms

1
Bathrooms

1
Square Feet

832 sq ft
Available

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About This Home

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Welcome to this spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo in the heart of Shaw, offering the perfect blend of historic charm, character, and modern city living. Located in the iconic Lafayette building, originally built in 1898 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This unique residence combines impressive square footage with timeless architectural details rarely found in DC condos. Inside, youâ€™ll find an open-concept floor plan with exposed brick walls, tons of character, and generous living and dining spaces ideal for both relaxing and entertaining. A built-in bar adds even more personality and functionality, creating the perfect setup for hosting friends or enjoying a quiet evening at home. The oversized bathroom serves as a true retreat, featuring a massive walk-in shower, a separate soaking jacuzzi tub with jets, and direct access to a private balcony/outdoor space, an ideal spot for morning coffee or fresh air. The home also offers abundant closet space throughout, along with the convenience of an in-unit washer and dryer. Perfectly positioned directly on vibrant 7th Street NW, youâ€™ll be surrounded by some of DCâ€™s best restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and nightlife, while remaining less than 5 minutes to the Shaw Metro and close to the Convention Center. Residents also enjoy access to convenient bike storage within the building, making commuting around the city effortless. This is a rare opportunity to live in a truly distinctive and remarkably spacious condo in one of DCâ€™s most sought-after neighborhoods.

1605 7th St Nw is an apartment community located in District of Columbia County and the 20001 ZIP Code.

* 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.

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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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Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Georgetown	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
Georgetown Law	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
Howard University	Walk:	16 min	0.9 mi
The Chicago School	Walk:	17 min	0.9 mi

1605 7th St NW Unit 7 is within 13 minutes or 0.7 mile from Georgetown. It is also near Georgetown Law and Howard University.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Washington include Shaw-Howard U, located 0.2 mile from 1605 7th St NW Unit 7. 1605 7th St NW Unit 7 is near Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located 6.1 miles or 11 minutes away, and Washington Dulles International, located 28.8 miles or 46 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Shaw-Howard U	Walk:	4 min	0.2 mi
Mount Vernon Square/7Th St-Convention Center	Walk:	8 min	0.4 mi
U Street	Walk:	14 min	0.7 mi
Gallery Place-Chinatown	Walk:	18 min	0.9 mi
Mcpherson Square	Drive:	3 min	1.6 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Lead	Drive:	4 min	1.6 mi
Union Station	Drive:	5 min	1.9 mi
L'enfant	Drive:	4 min	2.1 mi
Alexandria	Drive:	8 min	4.7 mi
Silver Spring Marc Eb	Drive:	13 min	5.9 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl	Drive:	11 min	6.1 mi
Washington Dulles International	Drive:	46 min	28.8 mi

Getting Around

Exceptionally Walkable

Walkability

100 / 100

Exceptional Public Transit

Transit

100 / 100

Somewhat Drivable

Drivability

30 / 100

Very Bikeable

Bikeability

80 / 100

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65 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Busy

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1605 7th St NW Unit 7.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
CityMarket at O	Walk:	4 min	0.2 mi
1535-1545 New Jersey Ave NW	Walk:	6 min	0.3 mi
Gallery Place	Walk:	16 min	0.9 mi

1605 7th St NW Unit 7 has 3 shopping centers within 0.9 mile, which is about a 16-minute walk. 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:	3 min	0.2 mi
Mary McLeod Bethune Council House NHS	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
Marian Koshland Science Museum	Walk:	21 min	1.1 mi
National Geographic Museum	Drive:	3 min	1.4 mi
Meridian Hill Park	Drive:	5 min	1.6 mi

1605 7th St NW Unit 7 has 5 parks within 1.6 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:	12 min	0.6 mi
Children's Hospital National Medical Center	Drive:	5 min	1.8 mi
MedStar Washington Hospital Center	Drive:	5 min	2.1 mi