126 R St NE, Washington, DC 20002
What This Townhouse Offers
Bright 2nd Floor Unit in a Beautiful Rowhouse in Highly Sought-After Eckington
Spacious and well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bath unit on the second floor of a... charming two-unit rowhouse. Located in one of DC’s most sought-after neighborhoods, this home offers easy access to dining, nightlife, parks, and transit. Ideal for comfortable shared living or flexible household arrangements.
Rent: $3,000/month
Availability: Available 6/6/2026 (Currently tenant-occupied; showings by appointment)
Move-in Special: $500 off first month’s rent with lease start date of 6/6/2026
Lease Term: 12-month minimum
Showings: Weekdays (Tuesdays, Wednesdays)—4:30–7PM; Weekends—flexible (Email to schedule a tour)
Location Highlights
• Located in Eckington—borders NoMa and Bloomingdale
• ~1 mile to Union Station; minutes to Union Market, Capitol Hill & Downtown
• 10-minute walk to NoMa–Gallaudet U Metro (Red Line)
• Steps to Alethia Tanner Park, Eckington Yards, and Metropolitan Branch Trail
• Walkable to Union Market, Trader Joe’s, Harris Teeter, and neighborhood favorites
• Easy access to I-395, Route 50 (NY Ave), and Rhode Island Ave
Apartment Features
• Approx. 1,000 sq ft of living space
• Central A/C and heat
• Updated appliances (including microwave)
• In-unit side-by-side washer & dryer
• Quarterly pest control included
Utilities
• Water included
• Tenant pays for electricity (no gas)
Parking
• Zoned street parking (Zone 5) for DC residents
• Visitor parking passes available through the city
Lease Terms
• Application Fee: $24.99 per applicant (credit/criminal/background check)
• Security Deposit: $3,000
• First month’s rent + security deposit due at signing
• Valid government-issued photo ID required
• Proof of ability to meet rent obligations required (income, vouchers, or other lawful sources accepted)
• All applications subject to credit and background approval
Pets
• Cats or small dogs allowed
• $400 annual pet fee (per pet)
Smoking
• No smoking permitted
No application accepted without in-person or virtual tour.
Well-qualified applicants encouraged to apply early.
To schedule a tour, please include:
• Full name
• Desired move-in date
• Number of occupants
• Preferred showing times
We welcome housing vouchers and do not discriminate based on lawful source of income.
Equal Housing Opportunity
Unit
- $3,000
Total Monthly Price 12 Month Lease
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1000 sq. ft.
- Available Jun 6
Townhome Features
- Air Conditioning
- Basement
- Cable Ready
- Ceiling Fans
- Fireplace
- Framed Mirrors
- Hardwood Floors
- Heating
- High Speed Internet Access
- Microwave
- Security System
- Smoke Free
- Tub/Shower
- Washer/Dryer
- Wi-Fi
- Yard
Community Features
- Pool
- Utilities Included
- Walking/Biking Trails
126 R St NE is a townhome for rent in Washington, DC
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Cats Allowed
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Dogs Allowed
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Parking
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Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Get In Touch
Washington, DC 20002
Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable100 / 100
Transit
Exceptional public transit90 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable60 / 100
Bikeability
Very bikeable80 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active70 / 100
Travel and Transit
Local Education
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Howard University
Drive: 4 min (1.4 mi)
Gallaudet University
Drive: 5 min (1.5 mi)
Trinity Washington University
Drive: 4 min (1.5 mi)
Georgetown Law
Drive: 3 min (1.7 mi)
Discover Eckington, Washington, DC
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 126 R St NE proximity to Rhode Island Avenue Shopping Center and Rhode Island Place. Rhode Island Avenue Shopping Center is 1.2 miles away, and Rhode Island Place is within a 24 minute walk.
Commuting
With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 90, Eckington is exceptional public transit. Within 6.6 miles of 126 R St NE, you’ll find Noma-Gallaudet U, Shaw-Howard U, and Rhode Island Ave-Brentwood.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 126 R St NE are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.8 miles, including Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site, Marian Koshland Science Museum, and Mary McLeod Bethune Council House NHS.
Airports
Living in Eckington provides easy access to Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located just 13 minutes from 126 R St NE. Another nearby airport is Washington Dulles International, located 29.5 miles away.