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2.5 Bathrooms $3,395 1,400 7/12/25

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7/12/25 $3,395 1,400Sq. Ft.
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1603 5th St NW

Charming 2 Bed/2.5 Bath Shaw Row House Available Mid-July!

This lovely semi-detached Shaw row house features two bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, and 1400 square feet of living space. The first level offers an open concept living space with...
east, south and west facing windows. The kitchen offers granite counters, stainless appliances, and a peninsula for additional storage and counter space. The rear of the property is accessed through the kitchen and can be used either for a patio space or parking. Both bedrooms are located on the second level of the home. They are nicely sized, offer plenty of natural light, and each features their own en suite bathroom.

This property is located in the Shaw Neighborhood. Its storied history, beautiful buildings, strong residential character, and dedicated residents make it one of the premier neighborhoods in DC. There are numerous coffee shops, restaurants, and bars located nearby such as Big Bear Cafe, DCity Smokehouse, and other local favorites. U Street is also a few blocks away which has a lively nightlife scene and many points of interest, including iconic venues such as the 9:30 Club, Lincoln Theatre, and Howard Theatre. The property is also located within easy access of 395 off New York Ave NW, and is 0.2 miles away from the Shaw/Howard Metro Station.

There is an application fee of $50 per applicant. The minimum credit score requirement is 670 (per DC statute, the approval decision is not based solely on the credit score). A gross household income of three-times (3x) the monthly rent is preferred. The minimum lease term is for one year, but a longer term is possible. Tenants are responsible for all utilities (electricity, gas, and water). Pets will be considered on a case-by-case basis with a one-time $300 non-refundable pet fee. Smoking is prohibited at this property.

This rental unit is professionally managed by Scout Properties, DC's trustworthy property management firm, located in the Brookland neighborhood of Washington, DC. For more information visit the Scout Properties website. Scout Properties follows Equal Opportunity Housing guidelines, and Federal/ DC laws, which include voucher assistance and "source of income" protected classes.

Lease Terms:
- $50 Application Fee Per Applicant
- 670 Minimum Credit Score Requirement (per DC statute, the approval decision is not based solely on the credit score)
- One Year Minimum Lease Term
- Security Deposit Equal to One Full Month's Rent
- Tenant Responsible for All Utilities
- Tenant Responsible for Landscaping and Snow Removal
- No Smoking
- Pet Accepted on a Case-By-Case Basis, $300 Non-Refundable Fee

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Amenities

Unit Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Dishwasher
  • Garden/Yard
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Laundry

  • Washer/Dryer Hookups

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Shopping Centers

Uline ArenaWalk: 23 min (1.2 mi)
Gallery PlaceWalk: 18 min (1.0 mi)
Rhode Island Avenue Shopping CenterWalk: 27 min (1.4 mi)

Military

US Soldiers & Airmens HomeWalk: 49 min (2.5 mi)
Marine Corps BarracksWalk: 56 min (2.9 mi)
Naval ObservatoryDrive: 10 min (4.8 mi)

Transit / Subway

Shaw-Howard Univ, Green/Yellow Line Center PlatformWalk: 6 min (0.3 mi)
Mt Vernon Sq/7Th St-Convention Center, Green/Yellow Line Center PlatformWalk: 9 min (0.5 mi)
U St/African-Amer Civil War Memorial/Cardozo, Green/Yellow Line Center PlatformWalk: 16 min (0.9 mi)
Noma-Gallaudet U-New York Ave, Red Line Center PlatformWalk: 20 min (1.0 mi)
Gallery Pl-Chinatown, Green/Yellow Line Center PlatformWalk: 19 min (1.0 mi)
LeadWalk: 31 min (1.6 mi)
Washington Union StationWalk: 26 min (1.4 mi)
Union StationWalk: 27 min (1.4 mi)
4Walk: 37 min (1.9 mi)
L'enfantWalk: 37 min (2.0 mi)

Airports

Ronald Reagan Washington NtlDrive: 12 min (6.4 mi)
Washington Dulles InternationalDrive: 46 min (29.0 mi)

Colleges and Universities Nearby

Howard UniversityWalk: 18 min (0.9 mi)
GeorgetownWalk: 15 min (0.8 mi)
Georgetown LawWalk: 15 min (0.8 mi)
Georgetown LawWalk: 21 min (1.1 mi)

Parks and Recreation

Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic SiteWalk: 6 min (0.3 mi)
Mary McLeod Bethune Council House NHSWalk: 16 min (0.9 mi)
Marian Koshland Science MuseumWalk: 19 min (1.0 mi)
Meridian Hill ParkWalk: 30 min (1.6 mi)
National Geographic MuseumWalk: 25 min (1.3 mi)

Schools

Seaton Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
5
Out of 10
Shaw Middle School @ Garnet-Patterson
Grades 6-8
Public
NR
Out of 10
Cardozo Education Campus
Grades 6-12
Public
2
Out of 10
Emerson Preparatory School
Grades 9-12
Private
NR
Out of 10
Academy for Ideal Education - T Street
Grades 1-12
Private
NR
Out of 10
St. Augustine School
Grades 1-9
Private
NR
Out of 10

Ratings

Walker's Paradise

93

Walk Score ®

Out of 100

Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

Excellent Transit

84

Transit Score ®

Out of 100

You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.

Biker's Paradise

94

Bike Score ®

Out of 100

Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.

Busy

66

Soundscore â„¢

Out of 100

Traffic:

Busy

Airport:

Calm

Business:

Busy

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