#807: Shaw

A perfect shared apartment for couples, this Shaw unit is ideally located near numerous entertainment and dining options. At 1085-square-feet, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom apartment occupies the basement and first floor of a lovely, Victorian-era rowhome on Florida Avenue. Recently remodeled, this unit comes fully loaded with ceiling fans, central heating and air conditioning, modern lighting fixtures, new stainless kitchen appliances, paid WiFi, a wall-mounted TV. This apartment also includes a washer and dryer for you to do your laundry. Recessed lighting illuminates spacious bedrooms that accommodate queen-size beds and additional furniture, such as nightstands and dressers or desks. The master bedroom on the top floor offers a private bathroom with a combination jacuzzi bathtub and shower, as well as a walk-in closet. All bedrooms include windows for natural light and can be fully furnished by June for an additional fee. The fully-applianced kitchen includes a dishwasher and beautiful granite countertops that perfectly match the cabinets and drawers. A cozy living room adjacent to the kitchen is a perfect place to kick back and relax on a sectional couch. This LeDroit Park apartment includes a back door that leads out to a small, fenced-in patio. Street parking is available in the rear. Less than two miles from Downtown, Shaw is one of D.C.’s most visually appealing neighborhoods, with 12 distinct architectural styles. Shaw is a family-friendly neighborhood with quiet, residential streets and sidewalks that make getting around on foot a breeze. Historic homes built between 1873 and 1877 adorn this charming neighborhood and range from well-preserved, multi-family rowhouses to single-family mansions. Colorful murals that depict the rich history of this neighborhood can be found on numerous buildings throughout Shaw. Bordering Howard University on the north, Shaw is home to numerous college students and faculty members that prefer to live close to campus. Once a popular neighborhood among wealthy African-American families, Shaw today is a diverse area with a suburban vibe and a neighborly feel. If you are looking for outdoor activities, check out The Park at Shaw, an urban green space that offers a playground for kids, as well as a dog park and a community garden. Nightlife and dining options are abundant along Florida Avenue, in the northwest section of this neighborhood. Located less than a mile from retail shops and supermarkets along 14th Street in Cardozo, this lovely Shaw apartment is an ideal home for those that ride a bicycle or prefer to walk. A four-minute walk from the front door of this basement unit will get you to Shaw-Howard University station for trains on the Green and Yellow lines of the Washington Metro. Book a tour today and ask about flexible leasing options if you are unsure how long you plan to stay in Shaw.... Read more