AdMo Heights
1777 Columbia Rd NW,
Washington, DC 20009
$1,965 - $2,824
Studio - 1 Bed
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The Clifton
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The Clifton
1225 Clifton St NW,
Washington,
DC
20009
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The Clifton
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Highlights
- Walker's Paradise
- Premier Transit Location
- Bike-Friendly Area
The Clifton is an apartment community located in District of Columbia County and the 20009 ZIP Code. This area is served by the District Of Columbia Public Schools attendance zone.
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
Nearby Apartments with Balcony
1225 Clifton St NW,
Washington,
DC
20009
Just two miles north of Downtown Washington, D.C. rests the both historic and modern Columbia Heights neighborhood. Home to statues of various historic figures and the Josephine Butler Parks Center as well as a thriving nightlife and international culinary scene, Columbia Heights blends the past with the present while keeping an eye on the future.
Renting in Columbia Heights affords you the chance to catch a performance at the GALA Hispanic Theater, explore Meridian Hill Park, attend the Annual Sundress Fest at Wonderland Ballroom, learn more about Mexican history and customs at the Mexican Cultural Institute, and absorb the history of the neighborhood on the Columbia Heights Heritage Trail. You can also visit the nearby Smithsonian National Zoological Park, Lincoln Theatre, and the Phillips Collection whenever you please.
Commuting and traveling from Columbia Heights is simple with access to the Metro, U.S. 29, I-395, and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Columbia Heights DC | Washington, DC | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,588 | $1,817 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,231 | $2,243 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,986 | $3,084 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,895 | $3,983 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.0 mi |
The Clifton is within 10 minutes or 0.5 mile from Howard University. It is also near Johns Hopkins SAIS and The Chicago School.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Attendance Zone
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in Washington include U Street, located 0.5 mile from The Clifton. The Clifton is near Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located 6.6 miles or 13 minutes away, and Washington Dulles International, located 29.3 miles or 47 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi |
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Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 1.9 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.8 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.9 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.0 mi |
| Drive: | 10 min | 5.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 6.6 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
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Drive: | 13 min | 6.6 mi |
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Washington Dulles International
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Drive: | 47 min | 29.3 mi |
Walkability Near The Clifton
Getting Around
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
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100
/ 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
90
/ 100
Somewhat Drivable
Drivability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Bikeable
Bikeability
90
/ 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
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from The Clifton.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.3 mi |
The Clifton has 3 shopping centers within 2.3 miles, which is about a 6-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Meridian Hill Park
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi |
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Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site
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Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi |
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Mary McLeod Bethune Council House NHS
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi |
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National Zoo
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi |
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National Geographic Museum
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi |
The Clifton has 5 parks within 1.9 miles, including Meridian Hill Park, Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site, and Mary McLeod Bethune Council House NHS.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
The Clifton has 3 hospitals within 1.4 miles, the nearest is Howard University Hospital which is 0.7 mile away and a 13 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 3.8 mi |
The Clifton is 2.3 miles from US Soldiers & Airmens Home, and is convenient to other military bases, including Naval Observatory.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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1225 Clifton St NW
Washington, DC 20009