This single-floor laundry facility is designed with practicality and efficiency in mind. The space is outfitted with a row of stacked front-load dryers along one wall, maximizing vertical space to accommodate multiple units within a compact footprint. Complementing these are standalone top-load washing machines positioned along the opposite side, offering users a variety of laundry options. At the center of the room sits a stainless steel folding table, providing a sturdy and easy-to-clean surface for sorting and folding laundry. A pair of red stools nearby offers convenient seating while waiting. The flooring features a checkered tile pattern in neutral tones, contributing to the clean and utilitarian aesthetic of the space. Overhead, fluorescent strip lighting ensures the area is well-lit throughout. The walls are accented with colorful photographic prints, adding a touch of visual interest to the otherwise functional environment. A wall-mounted HVAC unit helps maintain a comfortable temperature. The space also includes a utility door at the rear, likely providing access to storage or mechanical areas. Overall, the layout is thoughtfully organized to support efficient, high-volume laundry use.
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Monthly Rent
$1,632 - $2,519
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Bedrooms
Studio - 1 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
346 - 790 sq ft
Highlights
- Top Rated by Renters
- Walker's Paradise
- Premier Transit Location
- Bike-Friendly Area
- Deck
- Controlled Access
- Elevator
- Balcony
- Property Manager on Site
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 301price $1,784square feet 477availibility Now
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Unit 401price $2,034square feet 477availibility Jul 7
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Unit 510price $1,632square feet 346availibility Jun 19
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Unit 506price $2,326square feet 616availibility Now
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Unit 302price $2,351square feet 584availibility Now
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Unit 512price $2,451square feet 607availibility Now
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Unit 314price $2,344square feet 698availibility Now
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Unit 814price $2,519square feet 698availibility Jul 10
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Unit 301price $1,784square feet 477availibility Now
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Unit 401price $2,034square feet 477availibility Jul 7
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Unit 510price $1,632square feet 346availibility Jun 19
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Unit 506price $2,326square feet 616availibility Now
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Unit 302price $2,351square feet 584availibility Now
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Unit 512price $2,451square feet 607availibility Now
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Unit 314price $2,344square feet 698availibility Now
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Unit 814price $2,519square feet 698availibility Jul 10
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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DepositVaries by unit
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Due at Application
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Application Fee Per ApplicantCharged per applicant.$50
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Dogs
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Dog FeeCharged per pet.$500
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Dog RentCharged per pet.$55 / mo
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Cats
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Cat FeeCharged per pet.$500
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Cat RentCharged per pet.$55 / mo
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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
Utilities Included
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Gas
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Water
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Electricity
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Heat
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Trash Removal
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Sewer
Lease Options
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12 mo
Property Information
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Built in 1927
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101 units/8 stories
Matterport 3D Tours
About The Melwood
Welcome to The Melwood apartments in the heart of Adams Morgan! As part of Bernstein Management Corporation, you can count on a few things - an enjoyable D.C. neighborhood, great apartments, and a friendly, helpful team focused on making your life easier. We want to ensure your experience at The Melwood is hassle-free, so all you have to worry about is where to put your couch. Be sure to ask about our program for Active Duty U.S. Military members, daycare workers, K-12 teachers and staff members, Police Officers and Firefighters.Give us a call for more details or schedule a tour of these fantastic rent-controlled Adams Morgan apartments!Bernstein Management Corporation will not refuse to rent a rental unit to a person because the person will provide the rental payment, in whole or in part, through a voucher for rental housing assistance provided as applicable by the District, state, or federal government. Please contact us to learn more.
The Melwood 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.
Unique Features
- Bike storage
- cathedral view
- Ceiling fans*
- Dishwasher*
- Flex Rent Payment Program
- Furnish Your Apartment with CORT
- Gas cooking range
- Gas Range
- Hardwood flooring
- Hardwood Floors
- juliet balcony
- Microwave*
- Pet-friendly
- Recycling
- renovated
- Renovated apartments*
- Rent controlled
- Resident Events
- Rooftop deck with grills
- Stainless steel appliances*
Community Amenities
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Elevator
Controlled Access
- Package Service
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Recycling
- Public Transportation
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Bicycle Storage
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Cable Ready
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Microwave
- Range
- Hardwood Floors
- Balcony
- Deck
The Adams Morgan neighborhood in Washington, D.C. is a diverse community that has a reputation for having the liveliest nightlife in Washington. The area has become popular with new residents by combining a suburban feel with an edgy, urban energy. Mixing 19th- and 20th-century Victorian row houses with large apartment buildings, the neighborhood has a variety of restaurants, art galleries, nightclubs, bars and specialty shops that add personality to the neighborhood.
Adams Morgan rests less than two miles from the White House and is bounded by Dupont Circle on the south, Mount Pleasant on the north and Columbia Heights on the east. The hub for the neighborhood sits at 18th and Columbia Road, which also provides the central location for restaurants and bars. Adams Morgan has a historic and culturally exciting atmosphere full of eccentric shopping, outdoor retailers and community murals.
Learn more about living in Adams Morgan- Package Service
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Recycling
- Public Transportation
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Bicycle Storage
- Bike storage
- cathedral view
- Ceiling fans*
- Dishwasher*
- Flex Rent Payment Program
- Furnish Your Apartment with CORT
- Gas cooking range
- Gas Range
- Hardwood flooring
- Hardwood Floors
- juliet balcony
- Microwave*
- Pet-friendly
- Recycling
- renovated
- Renovated apartments*
- Rent controlled
- Resident Events
- Rooftop deck with grills
- Stainless steel appliances*
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Cable Ready
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Microwave
- Range
- Hardwood Floors
- Balcony
- Deck
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 6pm |
| Friday | 9am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 6pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.2 mi |
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Transportation options available in Washington include Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan, located 0.6 mile from The Melwood. The Melwood is near Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located 6.9 miles or 13 minutes away, and Washington Dulles International, located 27.3 miles or 45 minutes away.
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.6 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.6 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 3.8 mi |
| Drive: | 10 min | 5.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 7.2 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
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Drive: | 13 min | 6.9 mi |
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Washington Dulles International
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Drive: | 45 min | 27.3 mi |
Scores provided by
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.
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Traffic
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi | |
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi |
| 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 | 0.5 mi |
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National Zoo
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Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi |
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National Geographic Museum
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
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Dumbarton Oaks
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi |
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Mary McLeod Bethune Council House NHS
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi |
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.7 mi |
The Melwood Photos
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Two-bedroom living (virtually staged)
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Laundry
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Rooftop deck with grills
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One-bedroom living and dining (virtually staged)
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One-bedroom living and dining
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One-bedroom bedroom (virtually staged)
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One-bedroom bedroom
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Two-bedroom living
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Two-bedroom dining (virtually staged)
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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Studio
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Studio
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While The Melwood does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.
Select utilities are included in rent at The Melwood, including gas, water, electricity, heat, trash removal, and sewer. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.
Contact this property for parking details.
The Melwood has studios to one-bedroom with rent ranges from $1,632/mo. to $2,519/mo.
Yes, The Melwood 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 $1,632 for a studio, you would need to earn about $65,280 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
The Melwood is offering Specials for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $1,632.
Yes! The Melwood offers 4 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
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