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Second Northwest Co-Op Homes

1321 5th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

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Highlights

  • Walker's Paradise
  • Premier Transit Location

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Beds Baths Average SF Availability
Studio Studio 0 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba — Not Available

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Property Information

  • Built in 1978
  • 145 units/3 stories

About Second Northwest Co-Op Homes

Visit Second Northwest Co-Op Homes. This property is situated on 5th St NW in Washington. Let the professional leasing staff show you everything this community has in store. At Second Northwest Co-Op Homes you're right at home.

Second Northwest Co-Op Homes is an apartment community located in District of Columbia County and the 20001 ZIP Code. This area is served by the KIPP DC attendance zone.

Community Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Conference Rooms
Location
1321 5th St NW, Washington,
DC 20001
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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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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Shaw Washington, DC
Studio $1,987 $1,817
1 Bedroom $2,507 $2,244
2 Bedrooms $3,433 $3,085
3 Bedrooms $3,473 $3,982

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 491-492 Sq Ft $720 $2,096 $12,118
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 704-706 Sq Ft $760 $2,730 $13,595
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 1054-1057 Sq Ft $1,297 $3,945 $22,649
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1524-1527 Sq Ft $1,160 $4,630 $15,405
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 1707-1708 Sq Ft $1,180 $4,920 $15,000
Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Conference Rooms
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Georgetown
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Georgetown Law
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
The Chicago School
Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
Georgetown
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Second Northwest Co-Op Homes is within 10 minutes or 0.5 mile from Georgetown. It is also near Georgetown Law and The Chicago School.
Schools
KIPP DC - LEAD Academy PCS
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
383 Students
Nearby
Dunbar High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
868 Students
Nearby
St. Augustine School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
228 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Washington include Mount Vernon Square/7Th St-Convention Center, located 0.3 mile from Second Northwest Co-Op Homes. Second Northwest Co-Op Homes is near Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located 6.0 miles or 11 minutes away, and Washington Dulles International, located 28.7 miles or 45 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Mount Vernon Square/7Th St-Convention Center
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
Shaw-Howard U
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Gallery Place-Chinatown
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Judiciary Square
Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
U Street
Walk: 20 min 1.0 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Lead
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Union Station
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
4
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
Riverdale Marc Sb
Drive: 13 min 6.8 mi
Silver Spring Marc Eb
Drive: 13 min 7.1 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
 Drive: 11 min 6.0 mi
Washington Dulles International
 Drive: 45 min 28.7 mi

Walkability Near Second Northwest Co-Op Homes

Getting Around
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100 / 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
90 / 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
40 / 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80 / 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™
68 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Busy

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Second Northwest Co-Op Homes.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Gallery Place
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
Union Station
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Second Northwest Co-Op Homes has 2 shopping centers within 1.5 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
Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site
 Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Marian Koshland Science Museum
 Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Mary McLeod Bethune Council House NHS
 Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
National Geographic Museum
 Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Pennsylvania Avenue National Historic Site
 Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Second Northwest Co-Op Homes has 5 parks within 1.4 miles, including Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site, Marian Koshland Science Museum, and Mary McLeod Bethune Council House NHS.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Howard University Hospital
Walk: 18 min 0.9 mi
Children's Hospital National Medical Center
Drive: 4 min 2.0 mi
MedStar Washington Hospital Center
Drive: 6 min 2.2 mi
Second Northwest Co-Op Homes has 3 hospitals within 2.2 miles, the nearest is Howard University Hospital which is 0.9 mile away and a 18 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
US Soldiers & Airmens Home
Drive: 5 min 2.5 mi
Washington Navy Yard
Drive: 6 min 3.4 mi
Second Northwest Co-Op Homes is 2.5 miles from US Soldiers & Airmens Home, and is convenient to other military bases, including Washington Navy Yard.
 
 
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Second Northwest Co-Op Homes have in-unit laundry?

While Second Northwest Co-Op Homes does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.

What utilities are included in rent at Second Northwest Co-Op Homes?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at Second Northwest Co-Op Homes?

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Is Second Northwest Co-Op Homes pet-friendly?

Second Northwest Co-Op Homes does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

Does Second Northwest Co-Op Homes have move-in specials?

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