Price shown is Base Rent. Residents are required to pay: At Application: Application Fee ($50.00/applicant, nonrefundable); At Move-in: Security Deposit (Refundable) ($1000.00/unit); Utility-New Account Fee ($17.00/unit); Community Amenity Fee ($500.00/unit); At Move-out: Utility-Final Bill Fee ($17.00/unit); Monthly: Stormwater/Drainage (usage-based); Common Area-Gas (usage-based); Electric-3rd Party (usage-based); Natural Gas-3rd Party (usage-based); Variable Refrigerant Flow (usage-based); Water/Sewer (usage-based); Trash-Hauling ($10.00/unit); Utility-Billing Admin Fee ($5.78/unit); Renters Liability Insurance-3rd Party (varies). Please visit the property website for a full list of all optional and situational fees. Floor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
Life at Illume offers the ideal mix of convenience, community and culture. Our graciously appointed apartment homes are complemented by ample social spaces where you can gather with friends and neighbors. From rooftop pools with dramatic views of the Capitol building, to a multitude of indoor-outdoor lounges and an expansive fitness center, you'll feel as at home throughout the property as you do in your apartment.
Special offer
Illume
853 New Jersey Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003
- Special offer! Price shown is Base Rent, does not include non-optional fees and utilities. Review Building overview for details.
- Now offering up to 2 months free base rent. Select units on base rents + lease terms - restrictions apply. Must move in by 9/15/2025.
Apartment building
Studio-2 beds
Pet-friendly
Shared laundry
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base rent, sorted ascending |
|---|---|---|---|
 | 439 | Now | $1,959 |
 | 520 | Now | $1,971 |
 | 427 | Now | $1,979 |
| 427 | Now | $1,979 |
 | 462 | Oct 3 | $1,999 |
| 439 | Now | $2,021 |
 | 462 | Now | $2,039 |
| 427 | Now | $2,059 |
 | 706 | Now | $2,062 |
| 520 | Now | $2,064 |
 | 493 | Now | $2,064 |
| 439 | Now | $2,069 |
| 493 | Now | $2,069 |
 | 640 | Sep 5 | $2,077 |
| 427 | Aug 30 | $2,079 |
What's special
Swimming pool
Cool down on hot days
This building features access to a pool. Only 17% of buildings in Washington have this amenity.
Indoor-outdoor loungesGraciously appointed apartment homesExpansive fitness center
District law requires that a housing provider state that the housing provider will not refuse to rent a rental unit to a person because the person will provide the rental payment, in whole or in part, through a voucher for rental housing assistance provided by the District or federal government.
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Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Community Rooms
- Business Center
- Fitness Center
- Lounge: TV Lounge
Other
- Shared: Laundry Room
- Swimming Pool
Services & facilities
- On-Site Maintenance: OnSiteMaintenance
- Pet Park: Dog Park
View description
- Capitol View
- East Tower View
- Entry View
- Hotel View
- Railroad View
- West Tower View
Unit Features
Flooring
- Hardwood: Flooring Hardwood
Other
- Balcony
- Patio Balcony: Balcony
Policies
Lease terms
- 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Pets
Dogs
- Allowed
- $50 monthly pet fee
- Restrictions: Pit Bull Terrier/Staffordshire Terriers, Rottweilers, Doberman Pinschers, Chows, Presa Canarios, Akitas, Alaskan Malamutes, Wolf-hybrids
Cats
- Allowed
- $50 monthly pet fee
Parking
- None
Special Features
- Availability 24 Hours
- Blue/brown Color Scheme
- Concierge
- Corner Unit
- Courtyard View
- Cyber Cafe
- Den
- Double Vanity
- Dual Entry Bath
- Enclosed Shower
- Enclosed Sleeping Area
- Extended Counter
- First Floor
- Fourth Floor
- Glass Finish Cabinets
- Grey/greem Color Scheme
- High Ceilings
- Highway Adjacent
- Kitchen Island
- Pantry
- Second Floor
- Third Floor
- Tub
- Walk-in Closet
Neighborhood: Navy Yard
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Nearby schools in Washington
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Van Ness Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Jefferson Middle School AcademyGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 3/10Eastern High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of Illume?
Illume has a walk score of 94, it's a walker's paradise.
What schools are assigned to Illume?
The schools assigned to Illume include Van Ness Elementary School, Jefferson Middle School Academy, and Eastern High School.
Does Illume have in-unit laundry?
No, but Illume has shared building laundry.
What neighborhood is Illume in?
Illume is in the Navy Yard neighborhood in Washington, DC.
What are Illume's policies on pets?
This building has monthly fee of $50 for dogs. This building has monthly fee of $50 for cats.
Does Illume have virtual tours available?
Yes, 3D and virtual tours are available for Illume.
