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  • 1225 Clifton

    1225 Clifton St NW, Washington, DC 20009

    Located in Columbia Heights, Washington zip code 20009
    Apartment building
    Pet-friendly
    Shared laundry
    5–unit building
    350–550 sqft
    Studio–1 bedroom
    1 bathroom

    What's special

    Welcome to The Clifton Apartments your new home at 1225 Clifton Street NW, in the heart of Columbia Heights. Discover the perfect blend of affordable living and modern convenience in this newly renovated apartment community. Residents enjoy on-site laundry facilities, private parking, and a pet-friendly policy with no pet fees. The community also offers exceptional accessibility, with a metro station nearby, multiple bus stops within minutes, and several schools and childcare centers within walking distance, making daily routines simple for commuters and families. You will also find parks, recreation facilities, grocery stores, and everyday conveniences just a short walk from your front door. We proudly welcome both voucher and market-rate residents and invite you to experience comfort, convenience, and community all in one place at The Clifton Apartments. Choose from spacious studio, one-, two-, or three-bedroom floor plans designed for comfort.

    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Other
    • Laundry: Shared

    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Microwave Oven: Microwave
    • Range Oven
    • Refrigerator
    Other
    • All Utilities
    • Sewer

    Neighborhood: Columbia Heights

    Areas of interest

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    Building Location

    Getting around

    Walk Score®
     / 100
    Very Walkable
    Bike Score®
     / 100
    Very Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Washington

    Tubman Elementary School
    Grades PK-5 • 0.3 miles
    7/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    5/10
    Student Progress Rating
    8/10
    Garnet-Patterson Stay High School
    Grades 9-12 • 0.4 miles
    1/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    College Readiness Rating
    1/10
    Cardozo Education Campus
    Grades 6-12 • 0.1 miles
    3/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    2/10
    College Readiness Rating
    4/10
    Student Progress Rating
    3/10

    Columbia Heights sits in northwest Washington, DC, on elevated ground a few miles north of downtown. The neighborhood mixes historic rowhouses with busy commercial corridors and apartment buildings, and its summers are hot and humid while winters are generally cool. Meridian Hill Park, also known as Malcolm X Park, offers fountains, broad lawns and walking paths; nearby, the neighborhood’s public library and small playgrounds add everyday places to pause outdoors. Along 14th Street and 11th Street, restaurants, cafés, grocery stores and shops create a lively local scene, with performance and arts venues nearby. The Columbia Heights Metro station on the Green and Yellow lines connects the area to downtown, and buses and bike routes offer additional ways to get around. Columbia Heights neighborhood rental data lists a median rent of $2,453 per month and a typical range of $225 to $7,950, based on 312 active listings.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Where is 1225 Clifton located, and what is the neighborhood like?

    1225 Clifton is located at 1225 Clifton St NW in Columbia Heights, Washington, DC. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as La Colombe Coffee Roasters, The Coffee Bar, and Compass Coffee.

    What is the average rent in Washington, DC?

    Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in the Columbia Heights neighborhood of Washington is currently $2,453 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.

    What schools are assigned to 1225 Clifton?

    The schools assigned to 1225 Clifton include Tubman Elementary School, Garnet-Patterson Stay High School, and Cardozo Education Campus.

    What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 1225 Clifton?

    1225 Clifton is located near 6 grocery stores, including Whole Foods Market (0.3 miles) and Hana Japanese Market (0.7 miles). Additional shopping options, including Streets Market & Cafe, are approximately 0.2 miles away.

    What hospitals and medical facilities are near 1225 Clifton?

    The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 1225 Clifton include MedStar PromptCare (0.8 miles away), Children's National Hospital | Sheikh Zayed Campus for Advanced Pediatric Medicine (0.8 miles away), and MedStar Washington Hospital Center (0.9 miles away).

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