Historic charm meets modern living at The Franklin. Renovated apartments feature hardwood floors, updated kitchens, and classic architectural details in a professionally managed community. Conveniently located in Northeast DC near Brookland, shopping, dining, parks, and public transportation. Pet friendly with on-site amenities and easy access to downtown Washington.
Apartment for rent
Special offer
$1,575/moFees may apply
1511 Franklin St NE, # 406, Washington, DC 20018
1beds
672sqft
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Apartment
Available now
Cats, dogs OK
Air conditioner
Other laundry
Gated parking
Natural gas, other
What's special
Classic architectural detailsUpdated kitchensHardwood floors
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas, Other
Cooling
- Air Conditioner
Appliances
- Included: Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Other
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Elevator, Other
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 672 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gated, Off Street, Other
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Stories: 5
- Patio & porch: Other, Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony, Other
Lot
- Features: Other
Details
- Additional structures: Other
- Other equipment: Other
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Condition
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Garbage, Gas
Building
Details
- Building name: The Franklin
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated, Other
- Security: Gated Community, Other
HOA
- Amenities included: Cable TV, Gas, Gated, Maintenance, Other, Parking
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 12 Months
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 6/30/2026 | Price change | $1,575+8.6%$2/sqft |
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| 6/1/2026 | Price change | $1,450-3%$2/sqft |
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| 3/21/2026 | Price change | $1,495-2%$2/sqft |
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| 1/14/2026 | Price change | $1,525-4.4%$2/sqft |
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| 9/20/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,595$2/sqft |
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| 9/8/2025 | Listing removed | $1,595$2/sqft |
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| 8/18/2025 | Price change | $1,595-2.5%$2/sqft |
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| 7/25/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,636$2/sqft |
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| 6/13/2025 | Listing removed | $1,636$2/sqft |
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| 6/10/2025 | Price change | $1,636+11.9%$2/sqft |
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| 5/15/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,462$2/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Langdon
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Langdon Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10McKinley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 3/10Dunbar High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
There are 7 available units in this apartment building
- Special offer! Sign a 14 month lease, and get two month's rent free! *See leasing team for details - select units only*







