1642 1/2 New Jersey Ave NW
Washington, DC 20001
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Bedrooms
2
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Bathrooms
2
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Square Feet
1,032 sq ft
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Available
Available Now

About This Home
---- SCHEDULE A SHOWING ONLINE AT: ---- You’ll love this spacious two-bedroom, two-bath apartment offering over 1,000 square feet in the heart of Shaw. Occupying the entire main level of a two-unit rowhome, it showcases beautiful exposed brick, original hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and a smart, functional layout. This is the perfect combination of character, comfort, and location—welcome home! Apartment Features: Front bay windows allow for tons of natural light Original hardwood floors throughout main living area Beautiful exposed brick in living room Kitchen with plenty of storage room Good sized first bedroom Full bathroom in hallway between bedrooms Spacious primary bedroom with ensuite bathroom and unique claw-foot tub Extra storage room in back of apartment Small patio in backyard, perfect for a grill and table Washer/Dryer in unit Parking: Street parking. Utilities: Water included. Tenant is responsible for gas and electric. Lease Terms: Available immediately. Minimum 12 month lease. Application fee is $35 and includes a credit check. Security deposit equal to one month’s rent due upon lease signing. Sorry, no dogs. One cat would be considered. Location: In the heart of Shaw right by the intersection of New Jersey Ave & R St. A quick walk to the Shaw/Howard U Metro Station. A few blocks away from: Giant, Compass Coffee, Dacha Beer Garden, Ivy & Coney, Big Bear Cafe and much more. Also a convenient location for commuters with very easy access to 395.
1642 1/2 New Jersey Ave NW is a house located in District of Columbia County and the 20001 ZIP Code. This area is served by the District Of Columbia Public Schools attendance zone.
House Features
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
- Cats Allowed
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Contact
- Listed by EASE Property Services
- Contact
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
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.
Learn more about living in ShawColleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |

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Transportation options available in Washington include Shaw-Howard U, located 0.4 mile from 1642 1/2 New Jersey Ave NW. 1642 1/2 New Jersey Ave 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.
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Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi |
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Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.7 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 5.0 mi |
Airports | Distance | ||
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Airports | Distance | ||
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
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Drive: | 12 min | 6.4 mi |
Washington Dulles International
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Drive: | 46 min | 29.1 mi |
Time and distance from 1642 1/2 New Jersey Ave NW.
Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi | |
Drive: | 5 min | 1.7 mi |
Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi |
Mary McLeod Bethune Council House NHS
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Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi |
Marian Koshland Science Museum
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Drive: | 2 min | 1.2 mi |
Meridian Hill Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.5 mi |
National Geographic Museum
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi |
Hospitals | Distance | ||
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Hospitals | Distance | ||
Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi | |
Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi | |
Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi |
Military Bases | Distance | ||
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Military Bases | Distance | ||
Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi | |
Drive: | 10 min | 4.7 mi |
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