5335 42nd Pl NW, Washington, DC 20015
Room for Rent
This listing offers a private bedroom within a shared property. You may share common spaces like the kitchen, living room, and possibly bathrooms with other renters or the property owner.
What This House Offers
***Huge Price Reduction!
Perfect for AU Students, AU Law, Grad Students, Interns & NIH Staff
Prime Friendship Heights | Furnished Rooms | August Move-In
Live... in an unbeatable Friendship Heights location — 2-minute walk to Metro/Bus, 10-minute bus ride to American University, and just 2 Metro stops from NIH. The neighborhood is very safe, walkable, and extremely convenient for commuting anywhere on the Red Line.
Ideal for AU & NIH
American University — 10-min bus
AU Washington College of Law — 14-min walk / 5-min Metro
NIH — 2 Metro stops
Quick Metro access to Georgetown, GWU, SAIS, and Georgetown Law
Why Students & NIH Staff Love This Location
• 2-minute walk to Friendship Heights Metro (Red Line)
• Direct bus to AU main campus
• Steps to Whole Foods, Target, Starbucks, CVS, Panera, Chipotle
• Safe, quiet residential street next to major amenities
• Perfect for AU undergrads, grad students, law students, interns, and NIH professionals
Home Features
• Newly remodeled
• Fully furnished rooms
• Washer/dryer in unit
• Off-street parking available
• Bright rooms with great natural light
• New HVAC / Air conditioning
• Modern kitchen + dishwasher
• Hardwood floors
• High-speed internet (ideal for Zoom classes & remote work)
• Patio / Balcony / Porch
• Smoke-free
• No pets
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Unit #1
- $1,095
Total Monthly Price 12 Month Lease
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 500 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Unit #3
- $1,175
Total Monthly Price 12 Month Lease
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 550 sq. ft.
- Available Aug 15
Unit #2
- $1,225
Total Monthly Price 12 Month Lease
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 700 sq. ft.
- Available Aug 15
Unit #4
- $1,295
Total Monthly Price 12 Month Lease
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 800 sq. ft.
- Available Aug 15
Home Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Dishwasher
- Furnished
- Hardwood Floors
- High Speed Internet Access
- Kitchen
- Patio
- Porch
- Smoke Free
Community Features
- Furnished Units Available
5335 42nd Pl NW is a room for rent in Washington, DC
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
No Pets Allowed
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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Washington, DC 20015
Area Scores
Walkability
Very walkable80 / 100
Transit
Good public transit70 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable60 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable60 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active73 / 100
Travel and Transit
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Somerset Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
Deal Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Georgetown Day School - Upper School
Grades 9-12
Private
Jackson-Reed High School
Grades 9-12
Public
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Univ. District of Columbia
Drive: 5 min (1.9 mi)
American University
Drive: 4 min (2 mi)
GWU, Mount Vernon
Drive: 7 min (3.6 mi)
Georgetown University
Drive: 11 min (4.8 mi)
Discover Friendship Heights, Washington, DC
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 5335 42nd Pl NW proximity to Friendship Center, Chevy Chase Metro Plaza, and Wisconsin Place. Friendship Center is 0.2 miles away, and Chevy Chase Metro Plaza is within a 4 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 70, 5335 42nd Pl NW has good public transit, including 10 transit stops within 8.1 miles. Transit options include Friendship Heights and Tenleytown-Au.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 5335 42nd Pl NW are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.5 miles, including Audubon Naturalist-Woodend Sanctuary, Rock Creek Park, and Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens.
Airports
Living in Friendship Heights provides easy access to Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located just 20 minutes from 5335 42nd Pl NW. Another nearby airport is Washington Dulles International, located 24.2 miles away.
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