THE LAST PENTHOUSE UNITS REMAINING! One-of-a-kind loft-style home featuring nearly 1,900 SF of living space. TWO levels with a spacious rooftop deck, one of a kind, designed with historic details and surrounded by stunning city views! Drama and elegance abound in this home featuring 30-foot and 14-foot ceilings. 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a den with state-of-the-art features and a seamless blend of contemporary and historic details, and finishes at every turn. 7-inch white oak hardwood flooring throughout, oversized Anderson windows with historic detail surround. Open sun-drenched floor plan offering a spacious living area, formal dining area, exquisite gourmet kitchen, and one-of-a-kind breakfast room with floor-to-ceiling windows. The kitchen is a chef’s dream - outfitted with a 6-burner Bosch range, ample two-tone cabinetry, a generously sized breakfast bar, and gorgeous quartz countertops. Just beyond the kitchen are a convenient powder room, den, secondary bedroom with en-suite full bathroom, amazing storage space under the stairs, and full-size LG machines. Make your way upstairs to find an AMAZING owner’s suite with a spacious walk-in closet - Luxury private bathroom with oversized shower, dual quartz finish vanity, Waterworks fixtures, & Porcelanosa tile surround. Unbelievable attic/storage space. Supremely located on R Street NW, between 5th Street and New Jersey Avenue, in the center of Shaw and just minutes to Bloomingdale, U Street, Logan Circle, the Shaw-Howard University Metro Station, and Whole Foods & Giant Food - this home is the perfect 10! * PLEASE NOTE: Photos are of #204 - similar floor plan. #203 is larger. Note FREE Parking space is provided for one year.
CondoProperty Type
1883Year Built
$530Price/Sq.Ft.
$740/moHOA Dues
1 spaceParking
Listed by Iman Elagazy• Urban Pace Polaris, Inc.
•202-296-1203 (broker)
•sales@urbanpace.com (broker)
Listed by Isabella Schnider• Urban Pace Polaris, Inc.
Est. $5,752 per month, based on comparable rentals
Redfin agents who toured
Voluminous southwest penthouse with a unique 2-level layout and private roof terrace. Only 12 units in the condo tower that is a converted school house so it has a very boutique feel. Two good size bedrooms with a jack and gel plus a powder...
accompany, common area spaces with a top-notch kitchen. Upper level primary with original exposed roof trusses and a stunning en-suite bath. Extra large storage area off of the primary along with a small wet bar adjoining the roof terrace.
10 months ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
Flooring Type: Hardwood
Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Master Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Tub Shower, Stall Shower, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
Laundry Type: Has Laundry, Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Ownership Interest: Condominium
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2024
Building Information
Unit Building Type: Garden 1 - 4 Floors
Building Name: OLD CITY 2
Construction Not Completed
Construction Materials: Brick
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Structure Type: Penthouse
Architect Name: Teass Warren
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,887
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
Multi Unit Information
Washer/Dryer/Hook Up in Unit: Yes
Homeowners Association Information
Condo/Coop Fee: $740
Condo/Coop Fee Frequency: Monthly
HOA/Condo/Coop Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Ext Bldg Maint, Gas, Insurance, Lawn Maintenance, Parking Fee, Reserve Funds, Water, Trash, Sewer
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Common Grounds, Reserved/Assigned Parking
School Information
School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
In City Limits
Directions: Rhode Island Ave NW to New Jersey Ave NW. Turn right onto New Jersey Ave NW. Turn right onto R St NW. Destination will be on the left.
Entry Floor Number: 1
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1883
Year Renovated: 2023
County: District of Columbia
APN: 0509 2033
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 29, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Seaton Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
Cardozo Education Campus
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
3/10
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