Washington Apartments*
1205 1/2 7th St NW,
Washington,
DC
20001
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Monthly Rent
$2,299 - $3,372
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Bedrooms
1 - 3 bd
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Bathrooms
1 ba
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Square Feet
500 - 900 sq ft
For extraordinary apartment living in the heart of downtown Washington, D.C., look no further than Washington Apartments. Our pet-friendly one-, two--, and three-bedroom homes for rent in the vibrant Shaw neighborhood keep you connected to the best of the area. With a Walkscore of 95, you are only steps from unparalleled outdoor D.C. dining and shopping and major venues like the Verizon Center and Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Government and World Bank employees will love being just blocks from their offices. Commuters will appreciate easy access to the Green, Yellow, and Red Metro Lines, all within easy walking distance.
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 21304302price $2,299square feet 650availibility Now
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Unit 21306403price $2,299square feet 650availibility Now
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Unit 21304101price $2,299square feet 650availibility Jul 7
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Unit 31205102price $2,299square feet 650availibility Now
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Unit 31207103price $2,299square feet 500availibility Now
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Unit 21310304price $2,750square feet 800availibility Now
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Unit 21308202price $2,750square feet 800availibility Now
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Unit 31201102price $2,750square feet 800availibility Now
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Unit 31209201price $2,750square feet 800availibility Now
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
- One-Time Move-In Fees
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Administrative Fee$250
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Application Fee$40
- Dogs Allowed
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No fees required
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Comments:Washington Apartments is a pet-friendly community and we welcome your four-legged family members! Call us for full details, breed restrictions may apply.
- Cats Allowed
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No fees required
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Comments:Washington Apartments is a pet-friendly community and we welcome your four-legged family members! Call us for full details, breed restrictions may apply.
- Parking
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Details
Lease Options
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12 months
Property Information
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Built in 1978
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200 units/4 stories
About Washington Apartments*
For extraordinary apartment living in the heart of downtown Washington, D.C., look no further than Washington Apartments. Our pet-friendly one-, two--, and three-bedroom homes for rent in the vibrant Shaw neighborhood keep you connected to the best of the area. With a Walkscore of 95, you are only steps from unparalleled outdoor D.C. dining and shopping and major venues like the Verizon Center and Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Government and World Bank employees will love being just blocks from their offices. Commuters will appreciate easy access to the Green, Yellow, and Red Metro Lines, all within easy walking distance.
Washington Apartments* is an apartment community located in District of Columbia County and the 20001 ZIP Code. This area is served by the District Of Columbia Public Schools attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Cozy Fireplace
- Guest Parking Available
- Water and Trash Utilities Paid
- Controlled Access Building
- Stainless-Steel Appliances
- Window Treatments Throughout
- Abundant Closet Space
- Separate Dining Area
- Community Lounge with Fireplace and Free WiFi
- Energy-Efficient Appliances
- Fully Equipped Kitchen
- Individually Controlled Central Heat and Air
- Pre-Wired for Internet and Cable
- Custom Cherrywood Cabinetry
- On-Site Bike Racks
- Sliding Glass Doors
- Bright, Spacious Floor Plans
- Online Rental Payments
- Private Balcony*
Community Amenities
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Clubhouse
Controlled Access
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Public Transportation
- Clubhouse
- Fitness Center
- Gated
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
Walk-In Closets
Granite Countertops
Microwave
Tub/Shower
Highlights
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Tub/Shower
- Fireplace
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Range
Model Details
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Dining Room
- Walk-In Closets
- Window Coverings
- Balcony
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Public Transportation
- Clubhouse
- Gated
- Fitness Center
- Cozy Fireplace
- Guest Parking Available
- Water and Trash Utilities Paid
- Controlled Access Building
- Stainless-Steel Appliances
- Window Treatments Throughout
- Abundant Closet Space
- Separate Dining Area
- Community Lounge with Fireplace and Free WiFi
- Energy-Efficient Appliances
- Fully Equipped Kitchen
- Individually Controlled Central Heat and Air
- Pre-Wired for Internet and Cable
- Custom Cherrywood Cabinetry
- On-Site Bike Racks
- Sliding Glass Doors
- Bright, Spacious Floor Plans
- Online Rental Payments
- Private Balcony*
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Tub/Shower
- Fireplace
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Range
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Dining Room
- Walk-In Closets
- Window Coverings
- Balcony
| Monday | 9am - 6pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 6pm |
| Friday | 9am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
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.
Learn more about living in Shaw| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 18 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Walk: | 18 min | 0.9 mi |
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Transportation options available in Washington include Mt Vernon Sq/7Th St-Convention Center, Green/Yellow Line Center Platform, located 0.0 mile from Washington Apartments*. Washington Apartments* is near Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located 5.7 miles or 10 minutes away, and Washington Dulles International, located 28.4 miles or 44 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 2 min | 0.0 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Walk: | 18 min | 0.9 mi |
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Drive: | 2 min | 1.4 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.7 mi |
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Washington Dulles International
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Drive: | 44 min | 28.4 mi |
Time and distance from Washington Apartments*.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 2 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Mary McLeod Bethune Council House NHS
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Marian Koshland Science Museum
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi |
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Pennsylvania Avenue National Historic Site
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Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi |
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National Geographic Museum
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Drive: | 2 min | 1.3 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi |
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.0 mi |
Property Ratings at Washington Apartments*
The price they had listed for a 2 bedroom apartment was $2450. Went to look at it and was told that no sorry it was $2750 but will check to see if they will honor the rate. Now of course the price on the site is different and nobody will call me back. Should have known by their reviews to expect this.
There is so much to say so I will be brief in saying I would never recommend this property to anyone. To name a few things I experienced during my lease; people being maced in the hallway at 4 AM, parties in the building going until 10 AM, gunshots right outside the building, roaches and mice found in the unit, broken windows for months, and unhelpful management when serious issues arise. Please do not move here.
Property Manager at Washington Apartments*, Responded To This Review
We genuinely appreciate your feedback and understand your concerns. Your experience is not reflective of the high standards we aim to uphold in our community. We're deeply sorry for the disruptions and issues you've encountered. We take your comments seriously and are committed to addressing and improving these issues promptly to ensure a better living experience for all. Please feel free to reach out to us at customersuccessteam@emcmgmt.com, so we can work on resolving these concerns and preventing them from recurring in the future. Your input is invaluable. ~Customer Success Team
I had the chance to live in the Washington Apartments community from early in 2017 until the end of 2020, when I left Washington, DC. I arrived at this community thanks to other friends who were living there and I really like the location. I witness various management turnovers but the leasing office (Janice and Jesmina) and the maintenance staff stayed the same. Their service and commitment, during those four years, was excellent. Of course, I saw some problems with missing packages (it's not the management's fault if a carrier leaves a package unattended in your front door)or problematic neighbors but this was always taken care of. These are problems that are also present on some of the most luxurious building complexes in DC. If you are looking for a small community in a location within the DC downtown area and well connected to transportation services this is the place to be.
Property Manager at Washington Apartments*, Responded To This Review
Hello and thank you for your kind words about our community and team! We're so happy you enjoyed your living experience here and sincerely appreciate you sharing them with us. We're sad to hear you left the area, however we'd be happy to have you back if you return to the area. Thank you again and have a wonderful day. ~ Customer Success Team
Location, location, location. The apartment was nice and clean to move into. Jesmina was really helpful in our leasing process and even helped move our heavy package personally in her car! Looking forward to the stay.
Property Manager at Washington Apartments*, Responded To This Review
Hello and thank you for your stellar review of our community’s location and team’s service! We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback with us. Should you need anything else in the future please let us know. Thank you again and have a wonderful day. ~ Customer Success Team
Had a great time living here! Janice is so amazing and made us feel at home right away. The parking is super inexpensive. They even have a resident referral program where they take $ off your rent when you get someone new to move in. Washington Apartments is walking distance to everything. Great place to live.
Property Manager at Washington Apartments*, Responded To This Review
Thank you for your review, Nicole! We're pleased to hear that you have fond memories of your time here at Washington Apartments. It's wonderful to know that Janice and our team were so welcoming to you took advantage of all that our community has to offer. Though we were sad to see you go, we wish you all the best in your new home.
If you enjoy sleeping, I would not recommend living in this apartment community. The leasing agent, Janice, is very nice and makes an effort to know each resident personally. Beyond that, though, management of this building is poor enough that it is not worth the discounted rent. Every single night, there is a group of 10-30 people who loiter directly outside the building (including on the steps to the building) and are extremely loud (blasting music, drinking, etc.) well into the night. It goes well beyond what is to be expected just from living in a city. It's not normal for a building that charges this level of rent to have to deal with this nightly disruption when we were not warned about it during the leasing process. The building management's offered solution was for residents to call the police every time it happens, which is a pretty ridiculous thing to have to work into a nightly routine (not to mention the fact that doing so has had little effect). The noise makes it genuinely hard to sleep, and the building's evidently thin walls and poor soundproofing don't help. Management has done nothing that's made a difference after being made aware of the issue (though there is no way they had not been previously aware of it). If you have a car, the parking lot also has several issues. The gate is routinely broken/left open, allowing any person or car to enter the lot. Additionally, enforcement of parking tags is apparently rather lax, as I've been unable to find a spot in the lot on multiple occasions (and, of course, I am paying for a guaranteed spot in this lot). Yes, the rent here is cheap in comparison to other Mt. Vernon Triangle/Shaw apartments, but there's no way it's worth the major issues with the management. I'm not usually one to complain or post negative reviews, but the inability to sleep properly in this property has been jarring. Look elsewhere.
Property Manager at Washington Apartments*, Responded To This Review
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We apologize for the experience you have been having with noise and parking. We understand that both these issues can be frustrating and we would like to assure you that we are doing everything we can to address them by working diligently with our security company. While we know that calling the police every time you have a noise complaint may be tedious, we advise you to continue doing so as this will likely help increase police presence. We truly appreciate the opportunity to serve you and hope to resolve this matter as soon as possible. If you have any questions or would like to discuss further, please contact the Community Manager. We also welcome you to contact us directly at CustomerSuccessTeam@vmimgmt.com. ~ Customer Success Team
My roommate and I are living here for about 5 months. We are students here at Howard University, so, pretty close to the campus, 15 minutes by walk and just 20 minutes walking away from White House, so you know how much we are close to the downtown! Just one block far from Giant grocery and and Mt Vernon metro station. Quiet neighbors, clean stairs, and nice mechanical and office staff make this place a very good option to live for a long time. The thing which is important for me is that the staff answer the concerns of the residents very fast; I really like it. The thing which we are concerned about is the annual rent increases; hope we can afford it, however we know this price is not too much for this apartment!
Property Manager at Washington Apartments*, Responded To This Review
Thank you! We’re so glad that you’re happy living in our community and sincerely appreciate the feedback you’ve provided about our location and service. We work hard to provide an amazing home for our each and every one of our residents and love to hear when they’re happy. Should you have any questions or need anything else please feel free to let us know. Thank you again and have a great day! ~ Customer Success Team
I moved out of my apartment on 8.27.16, four days before my lease expired, and I'm still fighting with Washington Apartments to get my security deposit back. This is all despite the fact that they claim there was no damage done to the unit.The management company here lacks communication and customer service skills. If you want anything done you have to stay on top of them. I had a mouse for the last 4 months that I lived there and no one would answer my requests to get rid of it. They would NEVER warn you that people would be entering your unit in advance. You always come home to a notice on your door saying someone was in there. If you value being treated like a valued resident, don't live here.
I moved here because after living up by Van Ness I really wanted something better location wise and closer downtown. The location is good and it is probably as cheap as it gets for this location, but the community/management is terrible. I've had a mouse problem for weeks and have called numerous times to have the gap between the floor and wall fixed and it took weeks for them to finally come fix it. The stairwells always smell like weed and are filthy and drunk/high neighbors are always loitering in the building entrances. My roommate had a package stolen after it was delivered in the building. They have no real package system to collect them for you. Sometimes I get an email several weeks after something has been delivered that they have it at the front desk, sometimes it is left in front of my mailbox, sometimes it is left in front of my door. Gym equipment and laundry machines are always out of service.
Have been a resident here for nearly three years. This place is a great value for the rent compared to most places in the area. On all major fronts (size, location, safety, lack of mice/roaches) this place is great, but there are various small grievances that prevent it from earning five stars. Overall I am very happy living here and have no plans to leave until I can afford something well above this price range. The pros: - Location: Within 20 minutes walking of every metro line, less than 10 min walk to two grocery stores, convenient to Chinatown & Metro Center, U Street, and Dupont. Safety-wise the area is still improving, but neither my roommate nor I have ever felt threatened. - Cleanliness: The floors and stairwells are typically very clean, aside from the occasional food or other type of mess on the weekend that is due to other residents' parties - Size - while the square footage doesn't sound impressive, I have yet to encounter a building that uses it so efficiently. Our apt is 800 sq ft, and we toured several places over 1000 sq ft that were more cramped. The biggest plus is storage space. Cons: - The leasing office could be a little more responsive. They've improved since I've moved in - better hours on Saturdays and have quicker turnaround with maintenance calls - but, in my experience everyone in there has been very cordial. The website indicates you can pay rent online but I have never gotten it to actually work for me so we do have to pay in person via check. - No fancy amenities: there is a small gym, but no pool, grills, rooftop decks, etc. No 24-hr concierge or anything so getting packages can be a bit of a hassle. - No elevators: Each building is only four floors (I live on the top), so all are walk-ups. Day to day this is honestly not a hassle, but it is somewhat cumbersome to move in. - Noise:Average noise level for downtown. There aren't any bars in the immediate area so no thumping music or tons of noisy drunks, but there is a certain level of constant activity. The only time it is truly awful is when the marching band is practicing during the summer on nearby streets.
I really love my apartment. Gorgeous wood floors, mirrored closets throughout most of the hallway, carpeted bedrooms, central air, and relatively new fixtures in the bathroom and kitchen. The building's not much to look at from the outside but the apartments I've seen inside are beautiful. Laundry room on the second floor, which unfortunately you have to pay for, and a storage room accessible to residents. The leasing office also has a lounge available to residents, though I've yet to see it be used (I've only been here a month), and a small fitness center with two treadmills, two ellipticals, a bike, some weight machines, free weights, exercise balls, mats, etc. The leasing office can be a bit slow but is very helpful if you visit in person. Great location: one block from the Mt Vernon Square metro, a block from Giant, bus stop right outside our door, and a 10-15 min walk to Chinatown, Gallery Place, and Logan Circle. 7th Street itself has a good amount of restaurants and shops. The building is quiet and the other occupants are friendly and courteous. Sometimes there are some questionable characters hanging around the park behind the building, but they generally keep to themselves. The area is pretty safe, though as you go towards Shaw it gets a little less safe-feeling. Overall a great area and a great setup here.
I have lived at Washington Apartments for about eight years. Staff and maintenance are very friendly and helpful. Parking is free for residents and guests. Although there have been some loitering and noise problems on the property over the years, they have definitely taken measures to deal with the problems and improve things. My apartment is pretty much bug free, and was renovated about four years ago. I was pleased with what was done. Rent increases are minimal, about 50-70 dollars per year. One thing I do not like is the absence of other rental options besides a 12 month lease. There needs to be the option of 6 month, and 18 month at least. It really is a peaceful place to live accept for the sirens heard on 6th and 7th Street. Hospitals are just up the street so there is a lot of ambulance and rescue vehicle activity. My apartment is only 1 block from the metro and for this price it is a good deal. I have no problem recommending Washington Apartments.
I've been living in the Washington Apartment on 7th and M for a little over a month. So far I have been very happy. It is a great location, right across from the Mt. Vernon Metro (green and yellow line), only 1 stop from China Town and two stop from U Street. They have done a lot of renovations and are currently working on more. My only complaint would be that there are no elevators in these small four story buildings so I would recommend living on the first floor if stairs might be an issue for you. There is a gym and a nice lobby space. If looking for a cheap, clean, well located space in DC this is definitely for you!
Washington Apartments* Photos
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Washington Apartments* is in Shaw in the city of Washington. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 1.5 miles of the property. Five parks are within 1.3 miles, including Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site, Mary McLeod Bethune Council House NHS, and Marian Koshland Science Museum.
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1205 1/2 7th St NW
Washington, DC 20001