Welcome to #217 at the Clara Barton in Penn Quarter - a quiet oasis in the middle of central DC! This light-filled, large 850 sqft, loft style condo is well-proportioned and welcoming, with room for a large desk in the living area for easy WFH living, as well as entertaining. This residence is flooded with soft, natural light from the 3/4 length windows, and features ample storage spaces, an open kitchen and beautiful wood floors. The thoughtful, open layout includes a 2nd level loft style bedroom with large closets. The full size bathroom on the entry level boasts a large soaking tub, while the separate laundry room completes this residence. The amenity-rich Clara Barton offers the best in modern, resident-focused living: expansive rooftop area with seating areas and greenery, a 30'x30' outdoor in-ground pool, multiple grills, rooftop kitchen, 24 hour concierge with package collection, a full size fitness center, conference room, movie theater and business center. A resident hallway redesign which featured new flooring, lighting, and wall coverings was completed in 2020. Rooftop upgrades were completed in 2022, and full scale common area renovations were completed YE 2024. Parking in the underground garage is available on a monthly basis for $285. With some of the largest outdoor spaces in the city, the building is an oasis amid the convenience of a central downtown location. Your private residence is just steps from the vibrancy and central location of the Penn Quarter neighborhood - featuring critically-acclaimed and Michelin-starred restaurants, Smithsonian museums, the National Mall and the Capital One arena - which hosts major sports and entertainment events. The neighborhood is also home to famous theaters - Wooly Mammoth, Shakespeare and Warner - as well as international retailers H&M, Lululemon, Macy's, Nordstrom Rack, TJ Maxx and Marshalls. DC's luxury shopping destination City Center, is a few blocks away. The Main DC Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, which was completely renovated in 2020, is a few minutes walk. You are within close proximity to Metro, Union Station, Reagan National airport, main highways and 4 stops from Amazon HQ2. Welcome home!
616 E St NW
Washington, DC 20004
Apartment building
1 bed
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 -- 1 bd, 1 ba | 852 | Now | Fees may apply $2,750 |
What's special
Separate laundry roomThoughtful open layoutRooftop kitchenWell-proportioned and welcomingBeautiful wood floorsAmple storage spacesOpen kitchen
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Neighborhood: Penn Quarter
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Nearby schools in Washington
Thomson Elementary School
Grades PK-5 • 0.7 miles8/10
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7/10Student Progress Rating
8/10Cardozo Education Campus
Grades 6-12 • 1.9 miles3/10
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2/10College Readiness Rating
4/10Student Progress Rating
3/10Living in Washington
Penn Quarter sits in downtown Washington, DC, among broad avenues, office blocks, and historic civic landmarks. The White House, National Portrait Gallery, and Smithsonian American Art Museum are close by, while the National Mall and its open lawns offer room to walk outdoors. The climate brings humid summers and cool winters, with spring and fall often comfortable for exploring on foot. Restaurants, cafés, and coffee shops line the surrounding streets, and CityCenterDC adds upscale shopping nearby. Galleries and museums contribute to the arts scene, while theaters, bars, and restaurants bring evening activity. Metro stations and bus routes make getting around without a car practical, and central streets support walking and cycling. Penn Quarter neighborhood rent data lists a median rent of $2,800 per month and a typical range of $1,800 to $10,867, based on 26 active listings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is 616 E St NW located, and what is the neighborhood like?
616 E St NW is located at 616 E St NW in Penn Quarter, Washington, DC. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Poke Papa, La Colombe Coffee Roasters, and Dolcezza Gelato.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 616 E St NW?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 616 E St NW include One Medical (0.4 miles away), One Medical (0.5 miles away), and DC Department of Health (0.7 miles away).
What schools are assigned to 616 E St NW?
The schools assigned to 616 E St NW include Thomson Elementary School and Cardozo Education Campus.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 616 E St NW?
616 E St NW is located near 5 grocery stores, including Streets Market (0.8 miles) and Whole Foods Market (1 mile). Additional shopping options, including Bang Salon, are approximately 0.1 miles away.
What colleges and universities are near 616 E St NW?
616 E St NW is located within 0.2 miles of Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center, 0.3 miles of Goethe-Institut, and 0.4 miles of McCourt School Of Public Policy (Capitol Campus).
