The Yards' most anticipated contemporary residential building has arrived at the waterfront. All great things begin in light. Vela's Scandinavian design and elevated amenities bring calm, balance, and well-being into the place you can call home. Embracing lightness, beauty, and simplicity, this little peace of home embodies the vital qualities of warmth and comfort with wide views of possibility that reach in every direction.
Now leasing one- and two- bedroom apartments, penthouses, and townhomes.
Apartment for rent
Special offer
$4,596/mo
Vela, # V-0612, 1300 Yards Pl SE, Washington, DC 20003
2beds
1,298sqft
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Apartment
Available now
Cats, dogs OK
In unit laundry
Garage parking
What's special
Scandinavian designWide views of possibilityWarmth and comfort
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Storage, View, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,298 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Parking Lot, Other
- Has garage: Yes
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: *select apartments, Bicycle storage, Courtyard, Coworking spaces, Destination Dispatch, Floor-to-ceiling windows*, Guest parking, High-speed Internet Ready, Kitchen islands*, LEED certified, Latch keyless apartment and building entry system, On-Site Maintenance, PV/ solar, Package Receiving, Pedestrian friendly, curb-less entry points, Pet friendly, Pet spa for your furry friends
- Pool features: Pool
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water View
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Details
- Building name: Vela
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Pool
HOA
- Amenities included: Fitness Center, Pool
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 11 Months
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 6/11/2026 | Price change | $4,596-1.2%$4/sqft |
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| 5/14/2026 | Price change | $4,651-1%$4/sqft |
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| 5/12/2026 | Price change | $4,696+0.1%$4/sqft |
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| 5/2/2026 | Listed for rent | $4,692$4/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Navy Yard
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Van Ness Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Jefferson Middle School AcademyGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 3/10Eastern High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
There are 29 available units in this apartment building
- Special offer! Apply within 48 hours of touring for 1.5 months free base rent! Move in by July 31st for an extra 1 month free base rent. Applies to 11+ month lease. Offer valid for new residents only. *Restrictions apply.