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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 71 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Penn Quarter, Washington over the last 12 months is $483,000, down 14% 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 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 912 F Street NW, Unit 709, in the sought-after Ventana building. This high-floor duplex residence offers the perfect blend of style, comfort and convenience in the heart of downtown DC. Filled with natural light and thoughtfully positioned for a quiet interior living experience, this home provides a rare sense of calm in the center of the city. Inside, you’ll find refreshed flooring
Stunning Penthouse Level 3-bedroom, 3.5 bath triplex with approximately 300 square feet of private roof deck and balcony space, which is not included in the finished square footage estimate. This beautifully renovated unit was rarely used by the current owner. The open floor plan includes a kitchen, half bath, and a dramatic 2-story living room/dining area with a small balcony on the first floor.
PRICED TO SELL! Enjoy life in Penn Quarter at the LaFayette with Washington Monument views! This penthouse unit provides 810 sq. ft of delightful living space, higher ceilings, an open kitchen with new stainless appliances, gas range, pantry, stacked washer/dryer, balcony, walk-in closet, spacious bath, and a bedroom capable of holding a king size bed. The Lafayette offers loads of amenities
PRICED TO SELL, here is the value in Northwest DC! Over 1400 square feet of living space with 2 Bedrooms + large Den and 2 full baths. Welcome to Chinatown in NW Washington DC. 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,” bustling night markets,
Welcome to urban luxury living in the heart of Penn Quarter. This turn-key 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom residence at Market Square offers a completely renovated interior with premier modern updates. The stunning open-concept kitchen features luxurious marble countertops, brand-new appliances, and premium finishes perfect for culinary enthusiasts. Gleaming hardwood floors have been meticulously
Forget the idea that city living has to feel boxed in; this two-story Penn Quarter loft is designed for a life that needs actual room to breathe. Unit 500 takes the traditional downtown footprint and stretches it upward, creating a dramatic, sun-drenched retreat anchored by a stunning two-story wall of floor-to-ceiling glass. The main level is a bright, social hub with a gourmet kitchen and a
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
Experience elevated city living in this rare corner unit featuring two exposures with windows that flood the home with natural light. Enjoy a bright, open layout with thoughtful design and abundant storage, including an additional private storage unit in the building.Located in the heart of Penn Quarter, you’re just steps from world-class dining, shops, museums, and three Metro stations. The
PRIME LOCATION! Rare opportunity to own in Penn Quarter’s prestigious Terrell Place! Expansive open floorplan with 2,500 sq ft on one level - with one of the lowest price per sq ft of any high-end condo in the area. This beautiful, truly sun-drenched, 9th floor corner-unit condo has 2BR+den/2 full & 2 half BA and features walls of windows with East, West, and South-facing city views. High
Welcome to Residence 1105 at The Artisan — a beautifully renovated home perched on the rarely available 11th floor in the heart of Penn Quarter. Bathed in southern light and thoughtfully redesigned throughout, this exceptional residence combines elevated finishes, generous proportions, and true downtown convenience. The open-concept kitchen has been extensively upgraded with all-new Café
PRICE REDUCTION + $10,000 SELLER CREDIT!Welcome to 675 E St NW Unit 350, an elegant residence in the boutique Terrell Place, a coveted building with just 29 homes that offers a more private and refined urban living experience. This move-in ready home features a sophisticated open floor plan, beautifully updated hardwood floors from 2023, and a sleek kitchen appointed with stainless steel
The Lansburgh rents short term furnished apartments and unfurnished luxury apartments. Located in Washington DCs Penn Quarter, we are the perfect location for those who prefer city living in a desirable area within steps to entertainment and restaurants. Offering flexible lease terms, our serviced apartments are ideal for those in Washington DC on temporary assignment or corporate travel. Once
THE HOME: Fully-Furnished, 2 bedroom 1 bath, 1,100 square feet condo home in the heart of downtown DC. This home is located within the full-amenity Clara Barton-Lafayette Condominiums. This unit faces East and South. The home has a large granite countertop, hardwood flooring, ample closet spaces, extra wide garden bathtub, high-speed internet connections and a marble tiled bathroom. If an ideal
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.
For rent is a Fully Furnished, Sunny, Spacious, South-Facing, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom home in the very heart of Washington, DC. The home was recently repainted and has hardwood flooring throughout the home. The kitchen has a newly tiled kitchen backsplash and stainless steel appliances. The home has been thoroughly repainted. The Lafayette is an exclusive, full-amenity residential community,
Discover the best of Washington, D.C., with this one bedroom apartment in Penn Quarter. It’ll be easy to simply show up and start living in this furnished apartment with its fully equipped kitchen, living room, and our dedicated, on-the-ground support. (ID #WDC158)The advertised rate of $3,260/month is the lowest available price, based on a 12 month(s) stay with a move-in date of July
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.
Discover the best of Washington, D.C., with this studio apartment in Penn Quarter. It’ll be easy to simply show up and start living in this fashionably furnished apartment with its fully equipped kitchen, stylish living room, and our dedicated, on-the-ground support. (ID #WDC577)The advertised rate of $2,420/month is the lowest available price, based on a 10 month(s) and 29 day(s) stay
Show up and start living from day one in Washington, D.C. with this charming one bedroom Blueground apartment. You’ll love coming home to this thoughtfully furnished, beautifully designed, and fully equipped Penn Quarter home. (ID #WDC1231)The advertised rate of $2,460/month is the lowest available price, based on a 1 month(s) and 27 day(s) stay with a move-in date of January 14, 2027. If
Spacious and Sunny 11th floor 2 Bedroom and 2 Bedroom Penthouse home in the heart of Chinatown overlooking the Portrait Gallery (Smithsonian Museum of American Art). Gorgeous hardwood flooring throughout. Stunning views of the CityScape and plenty of afternoon sunlight. The kitchen has Stainless steel appliances, granite counters. The master bedroom has an en-suite bathroom and walk-in closet.
Feel at home wherever you choose to live with Blueground. You’ll love this sophisticated Penn Quarter furnished one bedroom apartment with its modern decor, fully equipped kitchen, and bright living room. Ideally located, you’re close to all the best that Washington, D.C. has to offer! (ID #WDC1165)The advertised rate of $3,400/month is the lowest available price, based on a 12 month(s)
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