Balsa
1313 L St NW,
Washington,
DC
20005
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Monthly Rent
$1,975 - $3,650
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Bedrooms
Studio - 3 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
384 - 1,321 sq ft
Highlights
- Walker's Paradise
- Premier Transit Location
- Bike-Friendly Area
- Furnished Units Available
- Sauna
- Roof Terrace
- High Ceilings
- Island Kitchen
- Gated
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 0108price $2,115square feet 423availibility Now
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Unit 0109price $2,140square feet 428availibility Now
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Unit 0504price $2,050square feet 390availibility Mar 17
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Unit U-G07price $2,500square feet 642availibility Now
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Unit 0311price $2,750square feet 567availibility Now
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Unit 0811price $2,750square feet 567availibility Now
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Unit 0411price $2,703square feet 567availibility Apr 7
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Unit 1020price $2,615square feet 539availibility Mar 16
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Unit 0617price $2,615square feet 539availibility Mar 19
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Unit 0518price $2,615square feet 539availibility Apr 7
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Unit 0713price $2,658square feet 548availibility Apr 6
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Unit 0413price $2,658square feet 548availibility Apr 24
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Unit 0613price $2,718square feet 548availibility May 5
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Unit 0214price $3,524square feet 783availibility Apr 21
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Unit 0908price $2,675square feet 535availibility Jun 7
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Unit 0108price $2,115square feet 423availibility Now
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Unit 0109price $2,140square feet 428availibility Now
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Unit 0504price $2,050square feet 390availibility Mar 17
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Unit U-G07price $2,500square feet 642availibility Now
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Unit 0311price $2,750square feet 567availibility Now
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Unit 0811price $2,750square feet 567availibility Now
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Unit 0411price $2,703square feet 567availibility Apr 7
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Unit 1020price $2,615square feet 539availibility Mar 16
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Unit 0617price $2,615square feet 539availibility Mar 19
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Unit 0518price $2,615square feet 539availibility Apr 7
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Unit 0713price $2,658square feet 548availibility Apr 6
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Unit 0413price $2,658square feet 548availibility Apr 24
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Unit 0613price $2,718square feet 548availibility May 5
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Unit 0214price $3,524square feet 783availibility Apr 21
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Unit 0908price $2,675square feet 535availibility Jun 7
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. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.
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One-Time Basics
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Due at Application
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Application Fee Per ApplicantCharged per applicant.$50
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Due at Move-In
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Amenity FeeCharged per unit.$500
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Due at Application
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Dogs
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Dog FeeCharged per pet.$500
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Dog RentCharged per pet.$60 / mo
Restrictions:Breed restrictions apply, contact the leasing team for more details!Read More Read LessComments -
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Cats
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Cat FeeCharged per pet.$500
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Cat RentCharged per pet.$60 / mo
Restrictions:Comments -
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Details
Lease Options
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7 - 14 Month Leases
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Short term lease
Property Information
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Built in 2024
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222 units/10 stories
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Furnished Units Available
About Balsa
Live carefree every day. Balsa, brand new apartment homes in Washington, D.C., coming home feels like you're on vacation. With impressive finishes and resort quality amenities, our apartments make it possible to live beyond your expectations. With so much to do in the perfect D.C. location, a vibrant new lifestyle awaits. Embrace it.
Balsa is an apartment community located in District of Columbia County and the 20005 ZIP Code. This area is served by the District Of Columbia Public Schools attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Air Conditioner
- Backlit Mirrors in Bathrooms
- Bike Racks
- Built-in Book or Display Shelves*
- Built-in Trash and Recycling Receptacles
- Caseta Wireless Smart Lighting Upgrade*
- CORT Furnished Units Available*
- Craft Coffee Bar with Local Favorites
- Custom Black Tiled Bathroom Floors
- Custom Built-in Wardrobes*
- Custom Designer Wooden-shelf Closets
- Custom Lighting Package
- Efficient Appliances
- Energy-efficient Appliance Suite
- Entryway Mudbench with Storage*
- Exterior Courtyards with Plush Landscaping
- Extra Storage
- Full-size Washer and Dryer
- Glass-surround Shower*
- Juliette Balcony*
- Kitchen Islands with Bartop Seating*
- Large Soaking Tubs with Tile Surround*
- Lutron Smart Roller Shades
- Moen Matte Black Fixtures and Cabinet Hardware
- Neutral Interiors for Easy Decorating
- Off Street Parking
- ORI Semi-Furnished Homes*
- Oversized Windows allow for Natural Light
- Private Resident Seating Nooks Throughout
- Resident Perks Program
- Revalia Kitchen Backsplash
- Sleek Tuxedo Cabinetry*
- Smart Home & Building Technology
- Smart Home Technology
- Soft-close Cabinetry
- Spanish Speaking Staff
- Wheelchair Access
- Wood-inspired Plank Flooring
- Work from Home Pods
Community Amenities
Fitness Center
Furnished Units Available
Elevator
Concierge
- Package Service
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Concierge
- 24 Hour Access
- Furnished Units Available
- Recycling
- Public Transportation
- Elevator
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Fitness Center
- Sauna
- Gated
- Roof Terrace
- Courtyard
- Grill
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Island Kitchen
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Tub/Shower
- Handrails
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Island Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Quartz Countertops
- High Ceilings
- Furnished
- Balcony
- Patio
Living near the National Mall in Washington, D.C. is an exciting experience. This area stretches from the U.S. Capitol to the Washington Monument and includes famous sites like the Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials. It's close to many of the city's most famous museums, like the Smithsonian, and a variety of historic places. If you enjoy being outside, there are trails for walking and jogging, and lots of open spaces for picnics or relaxing.
The National Mall is close to downtown, which makes it great for commuters who prefer to walk to work. Public transportation is very convenient, with buses and Metro lines nearby. This makes it easy to visit nearby neighborhoods like Capitol Hill and Penn Quarter.
Learn more about living in National MallCompare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| National Mall | Washington, DC | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,869 | $1,806 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,754 | $2,238 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $3,799 | $3,067 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $7,693 | $3,969 |
- Package Service
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Concierge
- 24 Hour Access
- Furnished Units Available
- Recycling
- Public Transportation
- Elevator
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Gated
- Roof Terrace
- Courtyard
- Grill
- Fitness Center
- Sauna
- Air Conditioner
- Backlit Mirrors in Bathrooms
- Bike Racks
- Built-in Book or Display Shelves*
- Built-in Trash and Recycling Receptacles
- Caseta Wireless Smart Lighting Upgrade*
- CORT Furnished Units Available*
- Craft Coffee Bar with Local Favorites
- Custom Black Tiled Bathroom Floors
- Custom Built-in Wardrobes*
- Custom Designer Wooden-shelf Closets
- Custom Lighting Package
- Efficient Appliances
- Energy-efficient Appliance Suite
- Entryway Mudbench with Storage*
- Exterior Courtyards with Plush Landscaping
- Extra Storage
- Full-size Washer and Dryer
- Glass-surround Shower*
- Juliette Balcony*
- Kitchen Islands with Bartop Seating*
- Large Soaking Tubs with Tile Surround*
- Lutron Smart Roller Shades
- Moen Matte Black Fixtures and Cabinet Hardware
- Neutral Interiors for Easy Decorating
- Off Street Parking
- ORI Semi-Furnished Homes*
- Oversized Windows allow for Natural Light
- Private Resident Seating Nooks Throughout
- Resident Perks Program
- Revalia Kitchen Backsplash
- Sleek Tuxedo Cabinetry*
- Smart Home & Building Technology
- Smart Home Technology
- Soft-close Cabinetry
- Spanish Speaking Staff
- Wheelchair Access
- Wood-inspired Plank Flooring
- Work from Home Pods
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Tub/Shower
- Handrails
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Island Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Quartz Countertops
- High Ceilings
- Furnished
- Balcony
- Patio
| Monday | 9am - 5:30pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 5:30pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5:30pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5:30pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5:30pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 5pm |
| Sunday | 1pm - 5pm |
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 2 min | 1.1 mi |
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Transportation options available in Washington include Mcpherson Square, located 0.3 mile from Balsa. Balsa is near Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located 5.2 miles or 10 minutes away, and Washington Dulles International, located 27.8 miles or 43 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 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: | 3 min | 1.7 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
| Drive: | 14 min | 6.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 7.9 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.2 mi |
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Washington Dulles International
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Drive: | 43 min | 27.8 mi |
Time and distance from Balsa.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi |
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Mary McLeod Bethune Council House NHS
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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National Geographic Museum
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
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National Aquarium
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi |
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Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi |
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Marian Koshland Science Museum
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Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 3.0 mi |
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.8 mi |
Balsa Photos
Models
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Studio
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Studio
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Studio
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Studio
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bedroom
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Balsa has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Contact this property for parking details.
Balsa has studios to three-bedrooms with rent ranges from $1,975/mo. to $3,650/mo.
Yes, Balsa welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,975 for a studio, you would need to earn about $79,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
Balsa is offering Specials for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $1,975.
While Balsa does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can explore units through In-Person and Video tours. Schedule a tour now.
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1313 L St NW
Washington, DC 20005