785 Fairmont St NW, Washington, DC 20001
What This Townhouse Offers
A gorgeous fully-furnished three bedroom townhouse in one of DC's trendiest neighborhoods. This midcentury modern home features a newly-renovated kitchen, newly-built main floor powder room, smart TV, private backyard patio with outdoor sofa, fire table, bistro table and chairs. The three bedrooms come with plush bedding and ample natural light. Located near Columbia Heights / U Street / Shaw. Two blocks from Whole Foods and walking distance to the city's best restaurants, bars, music venues & shops, including St. Vincent, Ulivo, Sonny s and Pho Viet. Tenants to pay 2/3 of utilities with lower level and 50% of internet
Unit
Townhome Features
- Air Conditioning
- Basement
- Ceiling Fans
- Dining Room
- Hardwood Floors
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Skylights
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Views
- Washer/Dryer
785 Fairmont St NW is a townhome for rent in Washington, DC
Fees & Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
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Townhome Details
Views
- City Views
Home Design
- Built in 1912 | Remodeled in 2024
- Federal Architecture
- Flat Roof Shape
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Interior Unit Townhome
- Slab Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Formal Dining Room
- Skylights
- Built-In Features
- Recessed Lighting
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Ceiling Fan
- 1300 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Gas Oven or Range
- Built-In Microwave
Flooring
- Wood Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Soaking Tub
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1.5 Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
Laundry
- Electric Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Laundry in Basement
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Lot Details
- 934 Sq Ft Lot
- Downtown Location
- South Facing Home
- Property is in excellent condition
- Decorative Fence
Schools
- Tubman Elementary School
- Columbia Heights Education Campus Middle School
- Columbia Heights Education Campus High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Public Water Source
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- 200+ Amp Service
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $4,200
- 12-Month Min and 36-Month Max Lease Term
- Available 2026-09-18
- $55 Application Fee
- Assessor Parcel Number 2885//0067
- Tenant pays for electricity, exterior maintenance, gas, hot water, insurance, minor interior maintenance, sewer, utilities - some, water
- Residential Lease
Community Details
Overview
- Columbia Heights Subdivision
Pet Policy
- Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis
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What's nearby 785 Fairmont St NW
About the Listing Agent
Roby Thompson has been selling real estate since 1987 and have been the top producing agent in his office for the past 30 years (1995-2025). He prides himself on having a "back of the hand" knowledge of any jurisdiction in which he shows property - this tends to make purchasers and sellers very confident in his ability to represent them. Over 1 Billion Dollars in Sales and in the Top 1% of the Nation since 2005!
Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable
Transit
Exceptional public transit
Driveability
Fairly drivable
Bikeability
Very bikeable
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
A Sound Score rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
Travel and Transit
Subway
1 min Drive
Subway
3 min Drive
Subway
4 min Drive
Commuter Rail
9 min Drive
Commuter Rail
7 min Drive
Airport
16 min Drive
Airport
48 min Drive
Airport
49 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Tubman Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
St. Augustine School
Grades PK-8
Private
Columbia Heights Education Campus
Grades 6-12
Public
Cardozo Education Campus
Grades 6-12
Public
Mysa School
Grades K-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| Howard University | Walk: 7 min (0.4 mi) |
| Trinity Washington University | Drive: 3 min (1.5 mi) |
| Johns Hopkins SAIS | Drive: 5 min (1.8 mi) |
| John Hopkins SAIS | Drive: 6 min (2.3 mi) |
Discover Howard University, Washington, DC
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 785 Fairmont St NW proximity to DC USA. DC USA is 0.7 miles away.
Commuting
With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 90, Howard University is exceptional public transit. Within 4.9 miles of 785 Fairmont St NW, you’ll find Columbia Heights, U Street, and Georgia Ave-Petworth.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 785 Fairmont St NW are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.1 miles, including Meridian Hill Park, Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site, and Mary McLeod Bethune Council House NHS.
Airports
Living in Howard University provides easy access to Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located just 14 minutes from 785 Fairmont St NW. Another nearby airport is Washington Dulles International, located 28.6 miles away.
Military Bases
There is US Soldiers & Airmens Home near Washington, DC.
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