Two homes in one: Shaw townhome plus an au pair suite with its own entrance
The lower-level suite has a separate front door, a kitchenette with full-size refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave, a full bath and space for a queen bed and sitting area. It's ideal for an in-law, au pair, long-term guest or a home office clients can reach without walking through the house.
Upstairs, the 2015 townhome offers 2,200+ total square feet with wide-plank oak floors and walls of windows. The main level has an open living and dining room (ceilings are 10-feet high) and a chef's kitchen with a quartz waterfall island, five-burner gas cooktop and integrated refrigerator, opening to a fenced rear deck. There is an integrated Sonos sound system for the outdoors space, main level, and rooftop deck.
The bedroom levels hold a master suite with double-vanity glass-shower bath, 2 more bedrooms + 2 full baths and in-unit laundry. The top-floor den has a wet bar and beverage fridge and opens to a roof terrace.
Brand-new HVAC (2026) one garage parking space blocks to the Shaw Howard U Metro, Kennedy Rec Center and the 7th/9th Street restaurant corridor.
$8,290/month | 12-month minimum | tenant pays utilities | pets allowed | assigned garage parking included + additional street parking | available starting January 16, 2027, but flexible lease start dates
Renter is responsible for all utilities, gas, electric, internet, etc. 12-month lease minimum. Pets are allowed with fee and deposit.
1601 5th St NW
Washington, DC 20001
Apartment building
4 beds
In-unit laundry (W/D)
Available units
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 Unit B 4 bd, 5 ba | 2,265 | Jan 16 | Fees may apply $8,290 |
What's special
Integrated refrigeratorRoof terraceOne garage parking spaceFenced rear deckWalls of windowsIn-unit laundryWide-plank oak floors
District law requires that a housing provider state that the housing provider 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 by the District or federal government.
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Unit features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Freezer
- Microwave oven
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Washer
Flooring
- Hardwood
Heating
- Heat pump
Neighborhood: Shaw
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Getting around
Nearby schools in Washington
Seaton Elementary School
Grades PK-5 • 0.4 miles6/10
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Test Score Rating
6/10Student Progress Rating
5/10Cardozo Education Campus
Grades 6-12 • 0.9 miles3/10
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2/10College Readiness Rating
4/10Student Progress Rating
3/10Living in Washington
Shaw sits in central Washington, DC, between downtown and the city’s northern neighborhoods. Historic rowhouses and landmarks such as the Howard Theatre give the area a strong sense of place, while restaurants, bars, cafés, and small shops cluster along U Street and 7th Street NW. The nearby Walter E. Washington Convention Center adds another major destination, and the Howard University Gallery of Art offers a cultural stop. For outdoor breaks, nearby Shaw Dog Park provides space for dogs, with playgrounds and green areas also available in the neighborhood. Shaw is well connected by Metro at Shaw-Howard University and Mount Vernon Square, as well as bus routes and bike lanes; many daily errands and outings are possible on foot. The Shaw neighborhood’s median rent is $3,100 per month, with a typical range of $1,350 to $33,949.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is 1601 5th St NW located, and what is the neighborhood like?
1601 5th St NW is located at 1601 5th St NW in Shaw, Washington, DC. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as The Red Hen, Compass Coffee, and Rumi's Kitchen.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 1601 5th St NW?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 1601 5th St NW include Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy (0.7 miles away), DC Department of Health (0.9 miles away), and Kaiser Permanente (1 mile away).
What schools are assigned to 1601 5th St NW?
The schools assigned to 1601 5th St NW include Seaton Elementary School and Cardozo Education Campus.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 1601 5th St NW?
1601 5th St NW is located near 5 grocery stores, including Bloomingdale Farmers Market (0.3 miles) and Streets Market (0.7 miles). Additional shopping options, including Apple Carnegie Library, are approximately 0.6 miles away.
What colleges and universities are near 1601 5th St NW?
1601 5th St NW is located within 0.7 miles of Howard University, 0.8 miles of Goethe-Institut, and 0.9 miles of Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies.
