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$1,350 / Month

257 Newcomb St SE

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Washington, DC 20032

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Beds Baths Average SF
1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 900 SF

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

About This Property

(202) 540-8038 - Cute One Bed Plus Den in Congress Heights! - This newly renovated unit includes one full bedroom, a den, and one full bath. The whole 4-unit building has been updated to feature contemporary finishes, high-end appliances, and beautiful hardwood floors. The main living area has closet space and a new washer and dryer. The galley kitchen is spacious, with lots of cabinetry, stainless steel, and a lovely subway tile backsplash. You'll find one generously-sized bedroom as well as a den, which offers more flexible living space. The Congress Heights neighborhood is easily accessible from 295 and this apartment is a mile from the green/yellow metro line. An abundance of bus lines also run through the area. Lots of shops are accessible on nearby MLK Ave. Azitouna Pizza and Capital City Creamery are two great dining out options. For dining in, grab groceries at the nearby Giant. Both Maryland and Virginia are short commutes from this unit, making it an ideal location! Security deposit equal to one month's rent. Gas and electric are the responsibility of the tenant. Pets are not preferred but may be accepted with references and a one-time pet fee. No Pets Allowed (RLNE4001729) Pet policies - No Dogs Allowed, No Cats Allowed.

257 Newcomb St Se is a condo located in District of Columbia County and the 20032 ZIP Code. This area is served by the District Of Columbia Public Schools attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • No Dogs Allowed, No Cats Allowed
Location
257 Newcomb St SE, Washington,
DC 20032
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Neighborhood

Located about seven miles southeast of Downtown Washington, DC, Congress Heights is a historic neighborhood experiencing revitalization. The neighborhood is home to the historic Saint Elizabeth’s Hospital and the US Coast Guard headquarters. Congress Heights is emerging as a hub for leisure and sports thanks to the newly built Entertainment and Sports Arena and Gateway DC, a green space used for festivals, farmers markets, and other community events. As far as rentals, Congress Heights is one of the most affordable places to live in the capital with condos, apartments, houses, and 20th-century townhomes available for rent.

Although the neighborhood has garnered more attention recently for its newer additions, Congress Heights is known for its tight-knit community and rich culture. Block parties are common and locals gather at community spaces like the Town Hall Education Arts Recreation Campus and the Congress Heights Arts and Culture Center.

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Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 463-468 Sq Ft $810 $1,207 $1,700
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 625-632 Sq Ft $575 $1,239 $2,000
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 835-840 Sq Ft $963 $1,474 $2,800
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1002-1008 Sq Ft $895 $1,891 $4,200
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 1635 Sq Ft $2,600 $4,831 $6,700
Amenities
  • No Dogs Allowed, No Cats Allowed
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Georgetown Law
Drive: 11 min 5.6 mi
Georgetown
Drive: 11 min 5.6 mi
Georgetown Law
Drive: 12 min 6.2 mi
Georgetown
Drive: 12 min 6.2 mi
257 Newcomb St SE is within 11 minutes or 5.6 miles from Georgetown Law. It is also near Georgetown and Georgetown Law.
Schools
King Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
226 Students
Attendance Zone
Hart Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
386 Students
Attendance Zone
Ballou High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
657 Students
Attendance Zone
National Children's Center - SE Campus Ages 6-22
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
24 Students
Nearby
Kuumba Learning Center
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
45 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Washington include Congress Heights, located 1.1 miles from 257 Newcomb St SE. 257 Newcomb St SE is near Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located 9.2 miles or 17 minutes away, and Washington Dulles International, located 33.6 miles or 55 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Congress Heights
Drive: 4 min 1.1 mi
Anacostia
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Southern Avenue
Drive: 10 min 2.7 mi
Navy Yard
Drive: 8 min 3.5 mi
Waterfront-Seu
Drive: 9 min 3.7 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
4
Drive: 10 min 5.2 mi
Union Station
Drive: 12 min 5.4 mi
Lead
Drive: 11 min 5.7 mi
1
Drive: 16 min 8.5 mi
Alexandria
Drive: 16 min 8.5 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
 Drive: 17 min 9.2 mi
Washington Dulles International
 Drive: 55 min 33.6 mi

Walkability Near 257 Newcomb St SE Washington, DC 20032

Getting Around
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50 / 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
60 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60 / 100

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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean? Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs. Transit measures access to public transportation. Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads. Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling. How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
69 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Busy

Businesses

Calm

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 257 Newcomb St SE.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
The Shops at Park Village
Drive: 5 min 1.5 mi
Southern Market Place
Drive: 7 min 2.1 mi
Faith Plaza
Drive: 8 min 2.5 mi
257 Newcomb St SE has 3 shopping centers within 2.5 miles, which is about a 8-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Frederick Douglass National Historic Site
 Drive: 7 min 2.3 mi
Oxon Cove Park
 Drive: 8 min 2.6 mi
Anacostia Park
 Drive: 6 min 2.7 mi
Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens
 Drive: 6 min 2.8 mi
U.S. Botanic Garden
 Drive: 9 min 4.9 mi
257 Newcomb St SE has 5 parks within 4.9 miles, including Frederick Douglass National Historic Site, Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens, and Anacostia Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
St. Elizabeth's Hospital
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
United Medical Center
Drive: 6 min 1.9 mi
George Washington University Hospital
Drive: 15 min 7.6 mi
257 Newcomb St SE has 3 hospitals within 7.6 miles, the nearest is St. Elizabeth's Hospital which is 0.8 mile away and a 15 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Bolling Air Force Base
Drive: 5 min 1.5 mi
Anacostia Naval Station
Drive: 6 min 2.3 mi
Fort McNair
Drive: 10 min 3.6 mi
257 Newcomb St SE has 3 military bases within 3.6 miles, the nearest is Bolling Air Force Base which is 1.5 miles away and a 5 minute drive.

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