- Bedrooms
- Studio - 2Studio - 2 Beds
- Bathrooms
- 1 Bath1 Bath
- Sq. Ft.
- 360 sq ft
Pricing and Floor Plans
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Property Information
- Built in 1958
- 26 units3 stories
Fees & Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Application
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Application Fee Per Applicant$50
Due at Move-In
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Administrative Fee$600
Street
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Parking FeeN/A
Dogs Allowed
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Dog Fee$500
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Dog Rent$60 / mo
30 lbs. Weight Limit
Restrictions
Restricted Breed List
Comments
| Restrictions: Restricted Breed List
Cats Allowed
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Cat Fee$500
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Cat Rent$60 / mo
30 lbs. Weight Limit
Restrictions
None
Comments
| Restrictions: None
Storage Unit
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Storage RentN/A
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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Property Highlights
- Air Conditioner
- Pet Friendly
- Washer/Dryer Facilities
Apartment Features
- Air Conditioning
- Cable Ready
- Dishwasher
- Hardwood Floors
- High Speed Internet Access
- Microwave
- Smoke Free
- Washer/Dryer
Community Features
- Gated
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Package Service
- Public Transportation
- Recycling
- Utilities Included
Map of The Libretto
Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable
Transit
Exceptional public transit
Driveability
Fairly drivable
Bikeability
Exceptionally 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.
Transit
Subway
1 min Drive
Subway
2 min Drive
Subway
3 min Drive
Commuter Rail
7 min Drive
Commuter Rail
7 min Drive
Airport
13 min Drive
Airport
46 min Drive
Airport
49 min Drive
Moving to Columbia Heights DC, Washington, DC
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate The Libretto proximity to DC USA and AdMo Heights. DC USA is 0.6 miles away, and AdMo Heights is within a 14 minute walk.
Commuting
With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 90, Columbia Heights DC is exceptional public transit. Within 5.1 miles of The Libretto, you’ll find Columbia Heights, U Street, and Shaw-Howard U.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near The Libretto are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 1.6 miles, including Meridian Hill Park, Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site, and Mary McLeod Bethune Council House NHS.
Airports
Living in Columbia Heights DC provides easy access to Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located just 13 minutes from The Libretto. Another nearby airport is Washington Dulles International, located 27.9 miles away.
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Garrison Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
St. Augustine School
Grades PK-8
Private
Meridian PCS
Grades PK-8
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: 11 min (0.6 mi) |
| Johns Hopkins SAIS | Drive: 4 min (1.4 mi) |
| John Hopkins SAIS | Drive: 5 min (1.5 mi) |
| The Chicago School | Drive: 4 min (1.6 mi) |
About The Libretto
Perched high with a view of the District, about a half mile walk from the Columbia Heights and U-Street Metro Stations, The Libretto is situated in one of the most coveted new neighborhoods in the District. The Libretto is located along the… attractive and quiet 13th Street. With blossoming foliage and elegant Victorian and Wardman styled townhouses, this low-traffic street distinguishes itself from the rest of the city and provides a peaceful respite from the urban bustle.Experience the culture and invigorating new establishments that make Columbia Heights and U-Street the new “IT” neighborhoods in DC. The U Street/Cardozo Metro Station has catalyzed a resurgence of fashionable clubs, restaurants, and boutiques as well as the renovation of historic landmarks such as the Lincoln Theater. The legendary Ben's Chili Bowl, Bar Nun, The Gibson, and Bohemian Caverns help define the U Street Corridor and give it its pulsating personality.The Libretto features distinguished city living at the center of it all!
Perched high with a view of the District, about a half mile walk from the Columbia Heights and U-Street Metro Stations, The Libretto is situated in one of the most coveted new neighborhoods in the District. The Libretto is located along the attractive and quiet 13th Street. With blossoming foliage and elegant Victorian and Wardman styled townhouses, this low-traffic street distinguishes itself from the rest of the city and provides a peaceful respite from the urban bustle.Experience the culture and invigorating new establishments that make Columbia Heights and U-Street the new “IT” neighborhoods in DC. The U Street/Cardozo Metro Station has catalyzed a resurgence of fashionable clubs, restaurants, and boutiques as well as the renovation of historic landmarks such as the Lincoln Theater. The legendary Ben's Chili Bowl, Bar Nun, The Gibson, and Bohemian Caverns help define the U Street Corridor and give it its pulsating personality.The Libretto features distinguished city living at the center of it all!
The Libretto is an apartment community in Washington, DC
Contact
Washington, DC 20009
- Sunday 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Monday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Renter Reviews
For The Libretto
1 Rating & Review
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8/8/15
The Libretto, Large and Convienent
This 1 bedroom apartment is large with a traditional layout; it has doors where they should be! There are distinct spaces for the bathroom, linen closet, coat closet, kitchen, dining room, living room and bedroom. The kitchen has a breakfast bar and stainless steel appliances, including a microwave and a dishwasher. There's a wall of windows in the dining area that provide good light and breezes throughout the space. The bedroom is this big: it has simultaneously held (with space to walk) a… queen size bed, love seat, queen size air mattress, dresser two night stands and a file cabinet! It's less than a 10 min walk to either U Street or Columbia Heights metros and the 14th Street corridor, the new bloodline of DC. This puts the apartment very close to the action but just enough away from it on a nice street so this renter can't hear it or see it stumbling past. The lack of bells and whistles keep this apartment firmly average. There is no central air (two loud -ish window units) no in apt laundry (it's in the basement and kind of expensive $1.75 per load), no hardwood floors, no rooftop access and no doorman. However, under this shabby exterior is a rent controlled building (under $1740) with great water pressure (seriously!) and views of the U.S. Capitol and The Washington Monument right out your front door.
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