$2,100 / Month

1813 8th St NW

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Washington, DC 20001

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  • Bedrooms

    1

  • Bathrooms

    1.5

  • Square Feet

    2,048 sq ft

  • Available

    Available Jul 16

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About This Home

Available Jul 16

Welcome to 1813 8th St NW #LL, a thoughtfully updated one-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath lower-level residence in the heart of Shaw. Offering approximately 640 square feet, this home combines historic character with modern convenience, including full-sized windows, recessed lighting, tile flooring, and a flexible open living and dining area. The main living space offers multiple layout possibilities, with room for a comfortable seating area, dining setup, and even a work-from-home nook. A decorative fireplace adds architectural charm and helps create a warm focal point for the room, while the full-sized windows bring in natural light rarely found in many lower-level residences. The updated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, subway tile backsplash, open shelving, and generous counter space. A rare half bath adds everyday convenience, especially for guests, while the spacious bedroom includes an ensuite full bathroom and enough room for a well-scaled bedroom setup. Outdoor space is another standout feature. Enjoy your own private front patio, plus access to the shared front patio area, creating an inviting extension of the home for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or relaxing at the end of the day. Located less than a block and a half from the Shaw-Howard University Metro, approximately a 3-minute walk, this home offers exceptional access to the Green and Yellow lines while placing you near some of Shaw and U Street’s most popular dining, grocery, nightlife, and entertainment options. Nearby favorites include Whole Foods Market on Florida Avenue, Dacha Beer Garden, All-Purpose Pizza, Baan Mae, Service Bar, The Howard Theatre, The Atlantis, and the 9:30 Club. With private outdoor space, 1.5 baths, full-sized windows, flexible living space, and a highly convenient Shaw location, 1813 8th St NW #LL offers a comfortable and stylish home base in one of DC’s most connected neighborhoods.

1813 8th 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.

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Under 30 minutes

Commute Time is calculated at rush hour.
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
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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Walk: 18 min 1.0 mi
Walk: 18 min 1.0 mi
Drive: 2 min 1.1 mi
1813 8th St NW is within 11 minutes or 0.6 mile from Howard University. It is also near Georgetown and Georgetown Law.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
301 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
228 Students
Nearby
Transportation

Transportation options available in Washington include Shaw-Howard U, located 0.1 mile from 1813 8th St NW. 1813 8th St NW is near Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located 6.1 miles or 11 minutes away, and Washington Dulles International, located 28.8 miles or 45 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Walk: 2 min 0.1 mi
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Drive: 3 min 1.6 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Drive: 4 min 2.0 mi
Drive: 4 min 2.2 mi
Drive: 5 min 2.2 mi
Drive: 8 min 4.8 mi
Drive: 12 min 5.6 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
Drive: 11 min 6.1 mi
Washington Dulles International
Drive: 45 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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Busy
Soundscore
65 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Busy

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1813 8th St NW.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
1813 8th St NW has 3 shopping centers within 0.8 mile, which is about a 15-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: 5 min 0.3 mi
Mary McLeod Bethune Council House NHS
Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
Meridian Hill Park
Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
Marian Koshland Science Museum
Drive: 2 min 1.4 mi
National Geographic Museum
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
1813 8th St NW has 5 parks within 1.4 miles, including Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site, Mary McLeod Bethune Council House NHS, and Meridian Hill Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
1813 8th St NW has 3 hospitals within 1.8 miles, the nearest is Howard University Hospital which is 0.3 mile away and a 6 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Drive: 6 min 2.5 mi
Drive: 8 min 3.9 mi
Drive: 10 min 4.2 mi
1813 8th St NW has 3 military bases within 4.2 miles, the nearest is US Soldiers & Airmens Home which is 2.5 miles away and a 6 minute drive.

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