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$1,600 / Month

952 Shepherd St NW

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Washington, DC 20011

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410-371-0581

  • Bedrooms

    1

  • Bathrooms

    1

  • Square Feet

    2,214 sq ft

  • Available

    Available Now

Highlights

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Federal Architecture
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Wood Flooring
  • Furnished
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
952 Shepherd St NW
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About This Home

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The Heart of City Living in Petworth! Just steps from it all, this handsome 1 bed/1 bath English basement unit features a bright and open floor plan, fully updated kitchen, and in-unit laundry. Ideally situated just seconds from the Georgia Ave/Petworth Metro station, Safeway/Yes! Organic Market, and high-end shopping/dining/nightlife. Strong preference to rent the unit furnished; however, owner will consider renting unfurnished. Vouchers Welcome (check DCHA limits).

952 Shepherd St Nw is a townhome located in District of Columbia County and the 20011 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.

Home Details

Home Type

Interior Unit Townhome

Year Built

Built in 1916

Basement

English Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Bathtub with Shower 1 Main Level Bedroom 1 Full Bathroom

Home Design

Federal Architecture Flat Roof Shape Brick Exterior Construction Block Foundation

Home Security

Carbon Monoxide Detectors Fire and Smoke Detector

Interior Spaces

Traditional Floor Plan Wood Flooring Furnished Built-In Features Recessed Lighting Ceiling Fan Dining Area 2,214 Sq Ft Home Property has 1 Level Window Treatments

Kitchen

Gourmet Kitchen Breakfast Area or Nook Stainless Steel Appliances Built-In Range Electric Oven or Range Built-In Microwave Dishwasher Disposal

Laundry

Dryer Laundry on main level Washer

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $1,600 12-Month Min and 36-Month Max Lease Term Available 5/15/26 $50 Application Fee Assessor Parcel Number 2906//0064 Tenant pays for all utilities, insurance Rent includes trash removal No Smoking Allowed Coming Soon on 5/7/26 Residential Lease

Lot Details

2,655 Sq Ft Lot Property is in excellent condition Back Yard Fenced

Outdoor Features

Patio

Parking

On-Street Parking

Utilities

90% Forced Air Heating and Cooling System Heating System Uses Natural Gas Municipal Trash Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

Overview

No Home Owners Association Petworth Subdivision

Pet Policy

Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis

Contact

  • Listed by Andrew L Pariser | Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
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  • Contact
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    Bright MLS, Inc.
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Under 30 minutes

Commute Time is calculated at rush hour.
Neighborhood

Situated in the northwestern portion of Washington, DC, Petworth exudes a sense of residential calm with distinct urban flair. Petworth is best-known for its tight-knit community, friendly porch culture, and strong support for independent businesses.

Petworth residents enjoy numerous community events, including the Petworth Jazz Project, Celebrate Petworth Festival, and the Upshur Street Art & Craft Fair. The Petworth Library is a local favorite as well, touting a renovated building, free classes, kid activities, and opportunities for civic engagement.

Petworth is home to a host of diverse restaurants, serving cuisine from all over the world. However, Petworth is predominantly residential, offering plenty of historic rowhouses, Craftsmans, and apartments for rent. Getting around from Petworth is simple with a walkable design and access to the Metro’s Green Line.

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Amenities
  • Dishwasher
  • Basement
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Howard University
Drive: 3 min 1.6 mi
Catholic University
Drive: 5 min 1.9 mi
Trinity Washington University
Drive: 5 min 2.4 mi
Univ. District of Columbia
Drive: 7 min 3.0 mi
952 Shepherd St NW is within 3 minutes or 1.6 miles from Howard University. It is also near Catholic University and Trinity Washington University.
Schools
Powell Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
497 Students
Attendance Zone
MacFarland Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
499 Students
Attendance Zone
Grades 9-12
908 Students
Attendance Zone
Kingsbury Day School
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
81 Students
Nearby
Preparatory School of the District of Columbia
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
25 Students
Nearby
Tots Developmental School
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Washington include Georgia Ave-Petworth, located 0.4 mile from 952 Shepherd St NW. 952 Shepherd St NW is near Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located 8.0 miles or 16 minutes away, and Washington Dulles International, located 29.0 miles or 49 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Georgia Ave-Petworth
Walk: 6 min 0.4 mi
Columbia Heights
Walk: 18 min 0.9 mi
U Street
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
Fort Totten
Drive: 5 min 2.2 mi
Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan
Drive: 6 min 2.3 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Silver Spring Marc Eb
Drive: 7 min 3.8 mi
4
Drive: 9 min 4.0 mi
Lead
Drive: 8 min 4.2 mi
Union Station
Drive: 9 min 4.2 mi
Riverdale Marc Sb
Drive: 13 min 6.4 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
 Drive: 16 min 8.0 mi
Washington Dulles International
 Drive: 49 min 29.0 mi
Getting Around
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100 / 100
Strong Public Transit
Transit
80 / 100
Somewhat Drivable
Drivability
30 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 952 Shepherd St NW.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
4620-4630 14th Street
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
DC USA
Walk: 16 min 0.9 mi
AdMo Heights
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
952 Shepherd St NW has 3 shopping centers within 1.6 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Meridian Hill Park
 Drive: 3 min 1.6 mi
National Zoo
 Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site
 Drive: 6 min 2.2 mi
Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens
 Drive: 6 min 2.6 mi
Rock Creek Park
 Drive: 8 min 3.6 mi
952 Shepherd St NW has 5 parks within 3.6 miles, including Meridian Hill Park, Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site, and National Zoo.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Children's Hospital National Medical Center
Drive: 3 min 1.8 mi
MedStar Washington Hospital Center
Drive: 4 min 1.9 mi
Howard University Hospital
Drive: 5 min 1.9 mi
952 Shepherd St NW has 3 hospitals within 1.9 miles, the nearest is Children's Hospital National Medical Center which is 1.8 miles away and a 3 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
US Soldiers & Airmens Home
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Naval Observatory
Drive: 12 min 4.5 mi
The Pentagon
Drive: 15 min 6.5 mi
952 Shepherd St NW has 3 military bases within 6.5 miles, the nearest is US Soldiers & Airmens Home which is 1.3 miles away and a 4 minute drive.

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