The Shay

1924 8th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

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Monthly Rent: $1,967 - $3,682; View Fees and Policies
Bedrooms: Studio - 2Studio - 2 Beds
Bathrooms: 1 - 21 - 2 Baths
Sq. Ft.: 521 - 1,214 sq ft

Pricing and Floor Plans

Studio

$1,967

Studio, 1 Bath

, 521 Sq. Ft.

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1 Available Unit

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

W-302

$1,967

521 Sq. Ft.

Now

Affordable Studio IZ

Call for Rent

Studio, 1 Bath

, 673 - 737 Sq. Ft.

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Available Soon

One Bedroom

$2,148 - $2,536

1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 551 - 759 Sq. Ft.

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10 Available Units

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

W-231

$2,376

737 Sq. Ft.

Now

E-605

$2,148

590 Sq. Ft.

Now

W-624

$2,358

682 Sq. Ft.

Now

One Bedroom Den

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1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 996 Sq. Ft.

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Two Bedroom Two Bathroom

$3,593 - $3,682

2 Beds, 2 Baths

, 1,029 - 1,214 Sq. Ft.

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2 Available Units

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

W-222

$3,682

1,214 Sq. Ft.

Now

W-330

$3,593

1,029 Sq. Ft.

Sep. 30

Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Den

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2 Beds, 2 Baths

, 1,096 Sq. Ft.

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Two Bedroom One Bathroom

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2 Beds, 1 Bath

, 879 Sq. Ft.

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Affordable 2 Bedroom 1 Bath IZ

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2 Beds, 1 Bath

, 996 Sq. Ft.

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* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Property Information

Built in 2015
281 units6 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

Application Fee Per Applicant

$50

Due at Move-In

Deposit

$500

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

24/7 concierge
Balconies*
Bike storage
Built-in pantry cabinet*
Catering Kitchen Ideal for Hosting
Flex rent payment program
Floor-to-ceiling windows
Furnish Your Apartment with CORT
Hardwood flooring*
Moveable islands
Move-in Fee $250
One block from Shaw Metro station
Open-concept layouts with 10-foot ceilings
Patio with fire pit
Pet friendly with dog park
Quartz countertops*
Resident events
Resident lounge
Retailers on 1st level
Spiral staircase*
Stainless steel appliances*
Walk-in closets*
Washer/dryer in-home

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning
Cable Ready
Dishwasher
Disposal
Freezer
Granite Countertops
Heating
High Speed Internet Access
Ice Maker
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Pantry
Range
Refrigerator
Smoke Free
Stainless Steel Appliances
Tub/Shower
Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)

Community Features

Bicycle Storage
Conference Rooms
Controlled Access
Elevator
Fitness Center
Garages
Grill
Lounge
Maintenance on site
Package Service
Pet Washing Station
Pool
Property Manager on Site
Roof Terrace
Sundeck

Map of The Shay

Area Scores

Walkability

Exceptionally walkable

Transit

Exceptional public transit

Driveability

Moderately drivable

Bikeability

Exceptionally bikeable

Scores provided by

Soundscore

Busy

Scores provided by

Transit

Subway

2 min Drive

Subway

3 min Drive

Commuter Rail

5 min Drive

Commuter Rail

5 min Drive

Airport

Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl

14 min Drive

Airport

Washington Dulles International

48 min Drive

Airport

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall

47 min Drive

Moving to Shaw, Washington, DC

Commuting

With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 100, Shaw is exceptional public transit. Within 5 miles of The Shay, you’ll find U Street, Shaw-Howard U, and Mount Vernon Square/7Th St-Convention Center.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near The Shay are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 1.6 miles, including Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site, Mary McLeod Bethune Council House NHS, and Meridian Hill Park.

Airports

Living in Shaw provides easy access to Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located just 12 minutes from The Shay. Another nearby airport is Washington Dulles International, located 29 miles away.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

Murch Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Public

Shepherd Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Public

John Lewis Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Public

Cleveland Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Public

KIPP DC KEY Academy - PCS

Grades K-8

Public

Center City PCS - Petworth

Grades PK-8

Public

St. Augustine School

Grades PK-8

Private

School Without Walls High School

Grades 9-12

Public

Cardozo Education Campus

Grades 6-12

Public

High Road Middle School of Washington

Grades K-12

Private

Colleges and Universities

School	Commute Time (Distance)
Howard University	Walk: 8 min (0.4 mi)
Georgetown	Drive: 2 min (1.2 mi)
The Chicago School	Drive: 3 min (1.3 mi)
Johns Hopkins SAIS	Drive: 4 min (1.7 mi)

About The Shay

The Shay apartments in Washington, DC, are all about easy, modern living in one of DC's most walkable, vibrant, and creative neighborhoods. Our community offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans with high ceilings, large windows, sleek… finishes, and convenient features such as oversized closets and in-home laundry. You can enjoy thoughtful extras right outside your door, including 24/7 concierge service, garage parking, and bike storage. It's the kind of setup that makes your day-to-day feel seamless, with the Shaw Metro just a block away.

Managed by Bernstein Management Corporation, at The Shay, you can count on a friendly, helpful team focused on making your experience hassle-free, from move-in to maintenance. Have questions? Reach out today. We'd love to show you around our apartments in Shaw, DC.

The Shay apartments in Washington, DC, are all about easy, modern living in one of DC's most walkable, vibrant, and creative neighborhoods. Our community offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans with high ceilings, large windows, sleek finishes, and convenient features such as oversized closets and in-home laundry. You can enjoy thoughtful extras right outside your door, including 24/7 concierge service, garage parking, and bike storage. It's the kind of setup that makes your day-to-day feel seamless, with the Shaw Metro just a block away.

Managed by Bernstein Management Corporation, at The Shay, you can count on a friendly, helpful team focused on making your experience hassle-free, from move-in to maintenance. Have questions? Reach out today. We'd love to show you around our apartments in Shaw, DC.

The Shay is an apartment community in Washington, DC

Contact

Property Address:

1924 8th St NW,
Washington, DC 20001

Phone Number: (202) 914-5836

More Information:

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Office Hours

Sunday Closed
Monday Closed
Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Renter Reviews

For The Shay

5.0

1 Rating & Review

5/25/26

The Shay

I’ve truly enjoyed living at The Shay. The building is beautiful, well-maintained, and the overall atmosphere feels welcoming and comfortable. The amenities, cleanliness, and location have all made my experience here great.
I especially want to recognize Tommy for being outstanding. He is always professional, helpful, responsive, and genuinely cares about the residents. Every interaction with him has been positive, and he consistently goes above and beyond to make sure things are handled… smoothly.
Having someone like Tommy on the team makes a huge difference and adds a personal touch that makes The Shay feel like home. I highly recommend living here.

Review from Apartments.com

Property Manager at The Shay responded to this review

Thank you for the wonderful review and for choosing to call The Shay home. We’re so glad to hear you’ve been enjoying the community, amenities, and overall atmosphere. Your kind words about Tommy truly mean a lot—he takes great pride in supporting… our residents, and we’re lucky to have him on the team. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to continuing to make your experience a great one.