1299 Irving St NW, Unit 1, Washington, DC 20010

Sustainably renovated 2br/1ba apt near Columbia Heights Metro This stately rowhouse just over one block from the Columbia Heights Metro has a 2-bed, 1-bath unit available Sep 6th. It is located on the first floor (not a basement) and has a small balcony in the back. If you like modern conveniences with a bit of historic character and also care about environmentally-friendly living then you have found your new home. This apartment was designed and built with energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and sustainable practices in mind. It features: * In-unit, high-efficiency, front-load washer/dryer * Central A/C and gas heat * Kitchen with a breakfast bar, dishwasher, microwave, gas stove, large countertop space, and porcelain tile flooring * Updated, yet comfortable design with plenty of original character intact * Off-street parking available (parking rent applies) * Water bills included in rent (tenant responsible for gas and electricity) Designed by a LEED professional, the a few of the sustainable attributes include: * High-efficiency A/C and heating with high-performance air filters * High-efficiency water heater * EnergyStar certified appliances * Wheat-based plywood cabinets with FSC-certified maple finish * Recycled and reused content materials * Zero-VOC wall paint * Dual-flush toilets & efficient water fixtures * White roof materials * Drought-resistant, native species, lawnmower-free landscaping The front bedroom has three large windows, a bump-out bay window area, and an antique (closed off) fireplace. The rear bedroom is "cozy" but fits a queen bed and desk or dresser and has a roomy closet. There is also a living room with a breakfast bar and a large, south-facing window. The residents of the building are very personable and sometimes coordinate house social events. The Columbia Heights metro station and DCUSA (Target, Best Buy) are one intersection over. In the other direction, the 11th St restaurant strip (Wonderland to Coupe) starts about a block away.