The Charles
Studio - 2 Beds
$2,417 - $10,222
$2,200 /month
640 Chesapeake St SE, Washington, DC 20032
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What This Townhouse Offers
Welcome home to this updated 2BR/2BA interior rowhome featuring beautiful hardwood floors, an updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite... countertops, and a modern tile backsplash. The finished basement offers a spacious flex area, full bathroom, laundry, and ample storage. The spacious primary bedroom features custom closet shelving for added storage. Enjoy the large fenced rear yard, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Off-street parking is included. Conveniently located near neighborhood parks, dining, shopping, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Congress Heights and Southern Avenue Metro stations, National Harbor, and major commuter routes.
Unit
- $2,200 / month
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- Available Now
Townhome Features
- Basement
- Dishwasher
640 Chesapeake St SE is a townhome for rent in Washington, DC
Townhome Details
Home Design
- Built in 1949
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Interior Unit Townhome
- Block Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Ceiling Fan
- Dining Area
- 1479 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
Kitchen
- Galley Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Finished Basement
Parking
- 1 Off-Street Space
- 1 Parking Space
Outdoor Features
- Brick Porch or Patio
Lot Details
- 1870 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is Fully Fenced
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Public Water Source
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $2,200
- 12-Month Min and 36-Month Max Lease Term
- Available 2026-08-03
- $50 Application Fee
- Assessor Parcel Number 6164//0043
- Tenant pays for all utilities
- No Smoking Allowed
- Residential Lease
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Congress Heights Subdivision
Pet Policy
- Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis
Explore Commute Options
Destination Address
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Get In Touch
Property Address: 640 Chesapeake St SE,
Washington, DC 20032
Washington, DC 20032
Listed by
Brittnee J Sellers | RLAH @propertiesPhone Number: (202) 455-6747
Copyright © 2026 Bright MLS, Inc.
Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable60 / 100
Transit
Good public transit70 / 100
Driveability
Very drivable80 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable60 / 100
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Active75 / 100
Scores provided by
HowLoud
Travel and Transit
Commuter Rail
13 min Drive
Commuter Rail
15 min Drive
Airport
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
18 min Drive
Airport
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall
52 min Drive
Airport
Washington Dulles International
55 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Hendley Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Hart Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
St. Thomas More Catholic School
Grades PK-8
Private
Ballou High School
Grades 9-12
Public
National Children's Center - SE Campus Ages 6-22
Grades K-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Georgetown Law
Drive: 12 min (6.7 mi)
Georgetown
Drive: 12 min (6.7 mi)
Georgetown Law
Drive: 14 min (7.3 mi)
Georgetown
Drive: 14 min (7.3 mi)
Discover Congress Heights, Washington, DC
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 640 Chesapeake St SE proximity to Southern Market Place, 4139 Wheeler Rd SE, and 4422-4426 Wheeler Rd. Southern Market Place is 0.5 miles away, and 4139 Wheeler Rd SE is within a 10 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 70, 640 Chesapeake St SE has good public transit, including 10 transit stops within 10.8 miles. Transit options include Southern Avenue and Congress Heights.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 640 Chesapeake St SE are plentiful. Discover 4 parks within 3.7 miles, including Oxon Cove Park, Frederick Douglass National Historic Site, and Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens.
Airports
Living in Congress Heights provides easy access to Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located just 19 minutes from 640 Chesapeake St SE. Another nearby airport is Washington Dulles International, located 34.7 miles away.
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