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Lively living in Penn Quarter
Just blocks from The White House and the National Mall, Penn Quarter is where politicians, diplomats, lawyers and ambitious young professionals mingle at swanky restaurants, electrifying arena concerts and rousing theater performances. Punctuated by the Capital One Arena, the Chinatown district and the National Portrait Gallery, Penn Quarter is a hub of entertainment, art and culture. Rick Morrison, a local Realtor with Long & Foster, says there’s a bustling, lively atmosphere in Penn Quarter that only a few call home. “The people that want to buy in the Penn Quarter are here lightly for business. They’re in and out multiple times a month, so they need a pied-à-terre or somewhere to lay their head,” he says. “There are some people who decide to buy in the Penn Quarter that live there year-round, but they are often from what I would consider much higher glass-and-steel cities and want to live in a dense area.”While Penn Quarter has become one of the hottest neighborhoods in the district, it wasn’t always this way. “It was kind of seedy back when I was growing up,” says Sterling Mehring, a Realtor with Long & Foster and a native of the D.C. metropolitan area who has worked in the real estate industry since the early 1970s. “There were disreputable businesses. Getting rid of those was a precondition of redevelopment. The Metro and the Capital One Center laid the groundwork for development, and then all the hot new restaurants moved in.”
Eclectic dining scene featuring restaurants by Jose Andres and Guy Fieri
Feasting in the neighborhood means making a choice between upscale experiences at restaurants like barmini or Jaleo by celebrity chef Jose Andres – two of several restaurants the Michelin-winning restauranteur owns in the area – or popping into casual spots like Ella's Wood Fired Kitchen. The faces of other celebrity chefs also adorn windows at Guy Fieri’s DC Kitchen + Bar in the Capital One Arena and at Gordon Ramsay’s soon-to-open Street Pizza. Options abound, from fast food to upscale steakhouses and authentic Chinese food. “Penn Quarter used to be all Chinatown,” Mehring says, “and it still preserves much of that culture.” Cross under the towering Friendship Arch to find restaurants like Full Kee and NewBigWong, one of Eater Magazine’s “Essential Late-Night Food” choices. There are also several eateries around the Capital One Center where huge crowds regularly watch the Washington Capitals take the ice or the Washington Wizards and Georgetown University Hoyas play basketball. When the home teams are away, folks can catch the game at neighborhood sports bars like Penn Social, place live bets at the Caesar’s Sportsbook in the arena or gather with friends to go bowling or see a movie at the Gallery Place mall next door. Locals living in Penn Quarter also have prime access to the luxury stores at CityCenterDC, like Bulgari, Chanel, Dior and Louis Vuitton. The mixed-use space also houses steakhouses, gelato shops and Italian restaurants. For groceries, medicine and other essentials, people typically walk a half mile north to the Safeway just off New York Avenue.
Steps from The National Mall, museums and Ford's Theatre
Penn Quarter is named for Pennsylvania Avenue, the iconic thoroughfare that runs along the neighborhood’s southern edge. Just steps away is the National Mall, where two pebbled walking paths lead to the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool and branches of Smithsonian Museums like the Air and Space Museum and the National Gallery of Art. “The National Mall functions as the green space” for people living in Penn Quarter, says Morrison, who previously managed a restaurant in the community. “When I would go on my lunch break, I would go run there, shower at the gym on G Street and then go back to work.” Inside Penn Quarter, the permanent exhibition in the Smithsonian Portrait Gallery features several presidential portraits from various painters. Visitors can also lunch in its large atrium with green gardens. Connected to the Portrait Gallery is the American Art Museum, where people can trace the nation's progression chronicled in fine art. History buffs visit Ford’s Theatre, the infamous backdrop of President Abraham Lincoln’s assassination, furnished with exact replicas of its original 1865 décor. Locals can still catch plays in the historic space four times a year. For shows year-round, try Warner Theatre, which opened its doors in 1924 and stages everything from rock concerts to comedy shows under its gold leaf, chandeliered ceilings.
Condos with city views
Condo units of all sizes, in renovated prewar neoclassical buildings with stately columns and new modernist high rises, line the streets throughout Penn Quarter. Studio and one-bedroom apartments are priced between $270,000 and $715,000. The higher the floor, the higher the price point. Homeowners association fees for these options range from $450 to $800 and include access to amenities like fitness rooms, rooftop terraces, pest control, sewer and trash fees. “A lot of the new residents are millennials working for the government,” says Mehring. “They’ve got everything they need right outside their doors.” At the top of the market, 1,300 to 2,000-square-foot condos with two to four bedrooms and views of the famously low-lying city sell for $1 to $5 million. Homeowners association fees for these options are much steeper, anywhere from $1,400 to $4,300 a month.
Easy access to the D.C. Metro
In the heart of Penn Quarter, the Gallery Place-Chinatown stop next to the Capital One Center is a major hub for the Metro rail system, averaging about 9,600 daily passengers on the Red, Green and Yellow Lines. In addition to the nearby Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter stop on the Green and Yellow Lines in the DC Metro system, Penn Quarter is also the site of the Judiciary Square stop on the Red Line. While much of Penn Quarter is oriented toward entertainment, the Judiciary Square section of the community is far more sober and reverent with the city’s district courthouse, the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia and the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial. People can access medical care at George Washington Hospital, which is 2.5 miles away. To travel outside the city, locals can make the nearly 4.5-mile drive along George Washington Memorial Parkway to reach Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. There’s also an Amtrak stop at Union Station less than a mile east.
STEM program offered at Cardozo Education Campus
District of Columbia Public Schools serves students living in Penn Quarter. They may attend Thomson Elementary School, which earns a B rating from Niche and was the first elementary school in the district to become an International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme World School. They’ll later filter into B-minus-rated Cardozo Education Campus, which serves sixth through 12th grades. Students can enroll in the school’s TransSTEM Academy, offering computer science and engineering courses.
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Penn Quarter Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Penn Quarter, Washington sell after 80 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Penn Quarter, Washington over the last 12 months is $457,500, down 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
FOR SALE: Welcome to this bright, south-facing home in the Heart of Penn Quarter. This home features two side-by-side balconies and floor-to-ceiling windows with captivating views of the Capitol Dome. The modern kitchen is outfitted with brand new stainless steel appliances, black granite countertops, and a tiled backsplash. Generous walk-in closets provide abundant storage, while the primary
FOR SALE: Welcome to this bright, south-facing home in the Heart of Penn Quarter. This home features floor-to-ceiling windows in the living room and bedroom, and a south facing balcony off the bedroom. The modern kitchen is outfitted with brand new stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a tiled backsplash. Generous walk-in closets provide abundant storage, while the primary bathroom
Welcome to 916 G Street NW #806, a rare corner loft in the iconic Mather Studios- where historic character meets elevated, industrial-chic design in the heart of downtown Washington, DC. Originally designed as artist studios, Mather Studios carries a rich creative legacy- now reimagined for modern urban life. Just steps from CityCenterDC, Capital One Arena, and some of DC’s most sought-after
Unbeatable value in Northwest DC! Over 1400 square feet of living space with 2 Bedrooms + large Den and 2 full baths. Welcome to the future heart of D.C. — the Chinatown Revitalization District. Imagine a vibrant neighborhood where historic culture meets modern living: thousands of residential units carved from iconic architecture, lush green promenades like the “8th Street Gallery Walk,”
You won't believe you're in the city! Superbly situated overlooking the serene inner courtyard and tranquil Zen water feature, this pristine light-filled one bedroom residence is a true urban retreat in the heart of bustling Downtown DC! Park the car in your own Parking Space, fine dining, world class shopping, museums, theaters, sports venues and Metro Rail are mere steps away. CityCenterDC,
Welcome to the luxurious Residences at Terrell Place - a sought-after boutique building in centrally-located Penn Quarter. Situated on the penthouse level, unit #500 is an exceptional corner residence that is large, and light-filled, with a well-proportioned and welcoming layout. The open plan allows room for a large desk in the living area for easy WFH living, as well as entertaining. This
A stunning 1-bedroom plus den, 1.5-bathroom apartment in one of the best areas of DC!Gut-renovated in 2025, this move-in-ready home features high-end finishes, including Italian ceramic floors, Artitalia kitchen with quartzite countertops , and Sub-Zero , Miele, Fisher & Paykel appliances. The open floor plan is highlighted by three French doors that lead to a 630-square-foot wraparound
Reward yourself... captivating corner residence with massive floor to ceiling walls of glass and glowing wood floors! Wide, open, sun filled spaces - 1,267 square feet - at prestigious CityCenterDC, Washington's premier luxury condominium residences boasting 24/7 front desk, doorman and world class building amenities. Fine dining, and unparalleled shopping at your door, museums, theatres, sports
Welcome to this beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence located in the highly desirable Clara Barton condominium, one of Penn Quarter’s premier full-service buildings. This thoughtfully designed two-level home offers an ideal blend of comfort, functionality, and urban sophistication. The main level features an open-concept living and dining area, perfect for entertaining or relaxing
Set within CityCenter, master planned by Foster + Partners, this upgraded one-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath residence offers refined living in the heart of downtown. From the seventh floor, the living area and bedroom overlook the European-style plaza. Custom lighting and tailored wall paneling bring warmth, character, and function throughout. The kitchen features Molteni cabinetry, premium
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Motivated Seller, 801 Pennsylvania Ave NW #1204 | Washington, DC 20004Market Square West | Penn Quarter | Downtown DC Condo Bright north-facing one-bedroom residence at the Residences at Market Square West, ideally located along Pennsylvania Avenue NW in the heart of downtown Washington, DC. Recently remodeled, this condo offers approximately 630 square feet (including the private balcony) of
Stunning 2 bedroom with walk in closets, 2 full bath, 2 half bath plus den overlooking the courtyard. The unit is one of the largest 2 Bedroom units in the development configured by combining units 505 and 504. Comes with 2 parking lots and 2 storage units. The Residences at CityCenter bring the ease and sophistication of modern city living to the heart of Downtown Washington. Designed by
FOR RENT: A Sunny, South and West Facing, Spacious 2 Bedroom (or 1 Bedroom, 1 Den), 1 Bathroom Home with a Walkout Balcony and Floor to Ceiling Windows is now available for sale in the Clara Barton - Lafayette Condominiums. The home has Engineered Hardwood Flooring in the Living Room, and Den. The Kitchen has an Electric Range and Oven, a Stainless Steel Fridge and Dishwasher, Black Granite
Bright, Spacious Unit. Engineered hardwood flooring throughout. Floor to Ceiling windows in bedroom with 4 Juliette balconies. 24-hour Concierge, 2 Gyms, Club Room, 40 Seat Cinema, Business Ctr, Rooftop Pool + Dining, Gas Grills, Quiet Manicured Courtyard & Fountain. Underground Parking Avail. for Rent. Close to 2 Metro Stops. Close to 395 Underpass. Close to Museums + Bars. Underground Garage
Sunny, Spacious Unit. Wood Flooring on Lower Level. Large Bedroom, Walk-In Closet, Tiled Kitchen Back Splash, SS Appliances, 24-hour Concierge, 2 Gyms, Club Room, 430 Seat Cinema, Business Ctr, Rooftop Pool + Dining, Gas Grills, Quiet Manicured Courtyard & Fountain. Underground Parking Avail. Close to Two Metro Stops. Furnished $4,120/month; Unfurnished $4,000/month.
Bright, Spacious Unit. Engineered hardwood flooring throughout. Floor to Ceiling windows in bedroom with 4 Juliette balconies. 24-hour Concierge, 2 Gyms, Club Room, 40 Seat Cinema, Business Ctr, Rooftop Pool + Dining, Gas Grills, Quiet Manicured Courtyard & Fountain. Underground Parking Avail. for Rent. Close to 2 Metro Stops. Close to 395 Underpass. Close to Museums + Bars. Underground Garage
Available for rent is a 1 bedroom, condo home, with bed, couch, shelving, night stand, large flat screen TV, rolling kitchen counter, etc. The home is a south facing, newly clean and vacant, and ready for immediate occupancy. Parking is available. Utilities are extra. Call for an immediate showing. Agent resides nearby. An underground parking permit is an extra $300 per month.
FOR RENT is a Fully Furnished, Very Sunny, South and West Facing, Spacious 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Home with brand new Wide-Plank Hard Wood Flooring throughout the home. The home features Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Black Granite Countertops, and a Tiled Marble Backsplash in the Kitchen. The home also has ample storage throughout, an Extra wide Garden bathtub, high-speed internet
Spacious 10th Floor Studio at Gallery Place. Gorgeous hardwood flooring throughout. Stunning cityscape view and plenty of light from the South Facing windows. Stainless steel appliances, granite counters. Master BR with en-suite bath and walk-in closet. Regal 14 Movie Theater and Capitol One Arena next door.
FOR RENT is a North Facing, Spacious 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Home with Berber Carpeting. The home has Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Granite Countertops, and Tiled Backsplash in the Kitchen. The Bedroom has a Walk-in Closet, and the Bathroom has an Extra wide Garden bathtub. BUILDING FEATURES: Rooftop pool, professional grade grill, dining areas with views of the Washington Monument, Capitol,
The Apartments at CityCenter has curated one exceptional community where luxury amenities, unique floorplans, and ultimate conveniences converge. Welcome home to your jaw-dropping downtown address where nightlife, work life, and home life fuse together - live the best life in the best part of your city.
Unit 1125 is part of the exquisite, high-end condominium – The Residences at Market Square, cherished for its rich architecture, perfectly blending historical details with modern finishes and its ideal location in vibrant Penn Quarter. This spacious 1BR/1BA unit has a designer’s feel throughout with recessed lighting, hardwood floors and stunning natural light from floor to ceiling windows and
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Available: MAY 1st. Welcome to The Residences at CityCenter DC, where luxury meets lifestyle. This 1-BEDROOM, 1-BATH unit on the 4th floor features floor-to-ceiling windows and abundant daylight. The gourmet kitchen, master suite, and living/dining areas with a large balcony exude sophistication. Residents enjoy access to a rooftop adorned with a BBQ grill, fire pit, and a water feature, as well
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