The Diplomat Apartments offers studio and one-bedroom apartments in the heart of Washington, DC's vibrant Adams Morgan neighborhood. Located across from Meridian Hill Park and near the Columbia Heights and U Street Metro stations, our community places you close to dining, nightlife, and everyday conveniences. Apartment homes feature spacious layouts, walk-in closets, and select renovated interiors with gas cooking ranges and modern finishes. Community amenities include a fitness center, rooftop deck, package room, on-site parking, and pet-friendly living. Professionally managed by Bernstein Management Corporation, The Diplomat delivers comfortable, rent-controlled apartment living in NW DC. Schedule your tour today!
Apartment for rent
Special offer
$2,292/moFees may apply
2420 16th St NW, # 514, Washington, DC 20009
1beds
565sqft
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Apartment
Available now
Cats, dogs OK
Air conditioner
Natural gas
What's special
Rooftop deckSelect renovated interiorsWalk-in closetsGas cooking rangesModern finishesSpacious layouts
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Air Conditioner
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Elevator, Storage
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 565 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Stories: 8
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Energy Star certified, Flex Rent Payment Program, Furnish Your Apartment with CORT, Gated Community, On-site parking, Package lockers, Pet-friendly, Rates quoted include all utilities, Renovated apartments*, Rent controlled, Storage, Sunrooms*, Transportation, Walk-in closets*
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Meridian Hill Park and city views*
Lot
- Features: Views
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Details
- Building name: The Diplomat
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Fitness Center, Gated, Park
HOA
- Amenities included: Fitness Center, Laundry, Maintenance, Management, Park, Storage
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 12 Months
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 8/21/2026 | Price change | $2,292-1%$4/sqft |
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| 7/17/2026 | Price change | $2,315+0.5%$4/sqft |
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| 7/2/2026 | Price change | $2,303+0.5%$4/sqft |
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| 6/24/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,291+4.3%$4/sqft |
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| 1/3/2025 | Listing removed | $2,197$4/sqft |
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| 12/26/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,197-1.6%$4/sqft |
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| 6/4/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/30/2024 | Price change | $2,232+0.5%$4/sqft |
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| 5/23/2024 | Price change | $2,221-1%$4/sqft |
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| 5/17/2024 | Price change | $2,244+0.5%$4/sqft |
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| 5/3/2024 | Price change | $2,233+0.5%$4/sqft |
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| 4/26/2024 | Price change | $2,222-1%$4/sqft |
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| 3/15/2024 | Price change | $2,245+0.5%$4/sqft |
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| 3/1/2024 | Price change | $2,234+0.5%$4/sqft |
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| 12/22/2023 | Price change | $2,223-3%$4/sqft |
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| 12/14/2023 | Price change | $2,292-1%$4/sqft |
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| 11/16/2023 | Price change | $2,315+0.5%$4/sqft |
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| 11/2/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,303+1.9%$4/sqft |
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| 6/9/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/27/2022 | Price change | $2,260+1%$4/sqft |
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| 5/10/2022 | Listed for rent | $2,237+18.1%$4/sqft |
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| 1/19/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/17/2021 | Listed for rent | $1,894$3/sqft |
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| 12/29/2020 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/25/2020 | Listed for rent | $1,894$3/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Adams Morgan
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Marie Reed Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Cardozo Education CampusGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.5 mi
- 6/10Columbia Heights Education CampusGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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There are 12 available units in this apartment building
- Special offer! 1 Month Free on Select Units!* *Must apply within 72 hours of tour and move in by 9/15/26. Restrictions apply, see leasing office for details.