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Luxury Home-DC's Best Walking Neighborhood-Parking
Newly renovated designed by high end modern architectural firm located in Washington's most vibrant neighborhood. Close walking distance to lots of great restaurants, night life & 1 block to metro yet still quiet. Lots of sunlight, high ceilings, front landscaped garden to sit & enjoy the passers by & rear private patio for your use. The parking is at the Church behind our house & paid for by us for you to use. A desk is in the front bedroom-great internet. Amazing coffee shop on our block.

Perfectly Petworth! Apt. Next to Metro w/ Parking
Come stay in our renovated, solar-powered basement apartment less than 2 blocks from the metro! Our garden-level apartment is complete with a private entrance, private parking space, kitchenette, full bathroom, queen-size bed, queen-size air mattress, kitchen table, sitting area, washer/dryer, closet, wifi, separately controlled heat/air and more! Best of all, enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning or a glass of wine as you wind down in our urban backyard oasis that overlooks a community garden.

Spacious 1BR apt in heart of historic Bloomingdale
Welcome to our spacious, private 1BR/1BA apartment located in the basement floor of a townhouse in the middle of DC's historic and charming Bloomingdale neighborhood. This unit is conveniently located just over a half a mile from the Shaw/Howard University metro and one block from a Capital Bikeshare station. The space has everything you need for a weekend trip or extended stay and all the fun and excitement of the Bloomingdale, Shaw, and Truxton Circle neighborhoods are just outside your door.

Cozy One Bedroom Apartment!
Centrally located place in the heart of DC in Columbia Heights. Your perfect base while you explore the nation’s capital and surrounding cities. • Private, fully furnished w/Queen bed & full-size sofa bed • Full kitchen w/Keurig coffee maker • Smart TV & secure Wi-Fi • Iron, iron board & blow dryer • Outside area with firepit, hammock & charcoal grill • 5-minute walk to Whole Foods • 15/20-minute walk to 3 metro stations,14th St. & U St. corridor, Adams Morgan, & Dupont Circle

Large, Lovey Apartment
Private entrance leads to a living room with a big couch and a big TV, large dining table, with room for six. Full kitchen with dishwasher, bathroom, walk-in closet, and a quiet bedroom with exit to garden. Washer, dryer, and Fios internet. Good A/C. Enjoy this English basement apartment, well stocked with lots of space. Two blocks to the metro. Gourmet market, coffee shop, pizza, tacos, and Michelin starred restaurants are steps away. Easy stroll to Adams Morgan and U Street corridor.

Dog-Friendly Modern Apt Walk to Shaw-Howard Metro
Tree-lined streets, you'll pass through the front flower garden to enter the unit. Larger than most English basements in the neighborhood (8' ceilings) and plenty of light. The decor is simple, modern, and artistic with a focus on DC history and culture. Step outside and you'll be on Bloomingdale's most picturesque main thoroughfare, 1st Street NW, and only 2 short blocks from ten restaurants in the historic Shaw neighborhood. 16min stroll to Shaw-Howard Metro. Dog fee $89/stay

Renovated 1 Bedroom - CoHi/Park View
Located between the hip neighborhoods of CoHi and Park View, on Harvard St. near Georgia Ave. Walking distance to great restaurants and bars. Walk or take public transportation to popular landmarks in the area, as well as historic sites and museums all over DC. Ideally located with only a short walk to 3 Metro Stations. This is the perfect location for those coming to the Nation's Capitol for either a business trip, or to explore everything this great city has to offer.

Luxury escape in DC now with a private Deck!
History and luxury meet in your rental which is a meticulously renovated luxury floor which includes top of the line amenities, private rooftop deck with Pergola, dual sided gas fireplace, luxurious and spacious bathroom including washer dryer, solar powered black-out blinds and leading gourmet coffee machine! We are close to Capital Hill, Brookland, Ivy City, Union Market, & H street corridor and a 10 minute Uber ride from Union Station. Free parking is provided onsite!

Blue House by the Zoo- Mt. Pleasant-AdMo-CoHi
Spacious, serene, comfortable, newly Renovated 1 BR/Studio in heart of NW. A perfect place to take in all that DC has to offer in beautiful Mt Pleasant next door to National Zoo/Rock Creek Park. Easy (8 mins) walking to Adams Morgan, Columbia Heights Metro, & multiple public transit options (metro,bike,bus) to get you anywhere else in the City in mins. Enjoy effortless parking, the best bars & restaurants in DC and a vibrant, safe neighborhood.

Private apartment in charming Northwest DC
Stay in the heart of the city in a private apartment suite in a historic DC rowhouse! Centrally located on a quiet street in the Park View neighborhood, our home is ideally situated for anyone looking to get to know DC - from families touring the city to interns working at Children's National or on the Hill. A short walk away you'll find restaurants, bars, and the metro - with access to everything Downtown DC has to offer.

Quiet Modern Garden 1BR in Columbia Heights
A quiet garden retreat with private entrance, keyless access, a full kitchen, and reliable WiFi. Thoughtfully designed for comfort, style, and privacy. Walk to the Metro, cafes, and markets, then return to a peaceful space that feels both refined and relaxing. Located in Columbia Heights, just steps from Michelin-recognized Makan and Queen’s English, with gourmet groceries and wine next door at Odd Provisions.

Ideal DC Location! Shaw/U St./Logan Apartment
Most popular neighborhood in DC: Logan/Shaw/U Street. 750 sq.ft. private unit in English garden basement of 1910 historic home. 1/2 block away from metro. TraderJoe’s, Walgreens, restaurants, coffee shops, bars, clubs, theaters, and nightlife. Queen bedroom for 2 guests and living room has pull out queen bed for 2. You must request neighborhood parking from us well in advance.
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