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    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

    What’s available

    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    Studio, 1 ba
    $2,049-2,278
    520 sqft

    3 units avail. now | 2 avail. Sep 13-Oct 5

    Price: $2,049Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 560
    Price: $2,164Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1160
    Price: $2,218Available: Available Sep 13 2025Unit: Unit 960
    Price: $2,238Available: Available Oct 5 2025Unit: Unit 1060
    Price: $2,278Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1260
    Studio, 1 ba
    $2,059-2,173
    439 sqft

    3 units available now

    Price: $2,059Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 822
    Price: $2,121Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1122
    Price: $2,173Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 922
    1 Photo
    Studio, 1 ba
    $2,083-2,343
    427 sqft

    3 units avail. now | 2 avail. Aug 30-Sep 18

    Price: $2,083Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 519
    Price: $2,083Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 219
    Price: $2,135Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 919
    Price: $2,183Available: Available Aug 30 2025Unit: Unit 1019
    Price: $2,343Available: Available Sep 18 2025Unit: Unit 1319
    Studio, 1 ba
    $2,103-2,203
    462 sqft

    1 unit avail. now | 1 avail. Oct 3

    Price: $2,103Available: Available Oct 3 2025Unit: Unit 225
    Price: $2,203Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1025
    Studio, 1 ba
    $2,143-2,245
    462 sqft

    2 units available now

    Price: $2,143Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 723
    Price: $2,245Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1323
    Studio, 1 ba
    $2,164-2,360
    493 sqft

    5 units available now

    Price: $2,164Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 838
    Price: $2,169Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 638
    Price: $2,226Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1138
    Price: $2,245Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1238
    Price: $2,360Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1338
    Studio, 1 ba
    $2,188-2,248
    465 sqft

    1 unit avail. now | 1 avail. Oct 1

    Price: $2,188Available: Available Oct 1 2025Unit: Unit 962
    Price: $2,248Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1262
    Studio, 1 ba
    $2,188-2,226
    487 sqft

    2 units available now

    Price: $2,188Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1041
    Price: $2,226Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1241
    1 bd, 1 ba
    $2,077-2,220
    640 sqft

    3 units avail. now | 1 avail. Sep 5

    Price: $2,077Available: Available Sep 5 2025Unit: Unit 210
    Price: $2,216Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 810
    Price: $2,220Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1110
    Price: $2,220Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1210
    1 bd, 1 ba
    $2,132-2,292
    618 sqft

    1 unit avail. Oct 23 | 1 unit avail. Oct 24

    Price: $2,132Available: Available Oct 23 2025Unit: Unit 318
    Price: $2,292Available: Available Oct 24 2025Unit: Unit 718
    1 bd, 1 ba
    $2,134-2,326
    597 sqft

    5 units available now

    Price: $2,134Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 339
    Price: $2,230Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 237
    Price: $2,273Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1263
    Price: $2,283Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 837
    Price: $2,326Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1037
    1 bd, 1 ba
    $2,139
    703 sqft

    1 unit available now

    1 bd, 1 ba
    $2,144-2,393
    643 sqft

    3 units available now

    Price: $2,144Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 533
    Price: $2,201Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 633
    Price: $2,393Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1333
    1 bd, 1 ba
    $2,157
    681 sqft

    1 unit available Oct 4

    1 bd, 1 ba
    $2,162+
    698 sqft
    1 bd, 1 ba
    $2,173-2,267
    642 sqft

    2 units avail. now | 1 avail. Nov 7

    Price: $2,173Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 521
    Price: $2,267Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 221
    Price: $2,267Available: Available Nov 7 2025Unit: Unit 421
    1 bd, 1 ba
    $2,177-2,357
    704 sqft

    1 unit avail. Sep 1 | 1 unit avail. Nov 7

    Price: $2,177Available: Available Sep 1 2025Unit: Unit 208
    Price: $2,357Available: Available Nov 7 2025Unit: Unit 908
    1 bd, 1 ba
    $2,184-2,264
    627 sqft

    2 units avail. now | 1 avail. Aug 23

    Price: $2,184Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 235
    Price: $2,242Available: Available Aug 23 2025Unit: Unit 335
    Price: $2,264Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1135
    1 bd, 1 ba
    $2,216
    706 sqft

    1 unit available now

    1 bd, 1 ba
    $2,232-2,312
    718 sqft

    3 units available Sep 30-Oct 21

    Price: $2,232Available: Available Oct 21 2025Unit: Unit 770
    Price: $2,292Available: Available Sep 30 2025Unit: Unit 1065
    Price: $2,312Available: Available Oct 19 2025Unit: Unit 1270
    1 bd, 1 ba
    $2,259-2,357
    634 sqft

    3 units avail. now | 2 avail. Sep 4-Oct 2

    Price: $2,259Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 714
    Price: $2,297Available: Available Oct 2 2025Unit: Unit 414
    Price: $2,335Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1214
    Price: $2,352Available: Available Sep 4 2025Unit: Unit 814
    Price: $2,357Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 614
    1 bd, 1 ba
    $2,262-2,362
    672 sqft

    1 unit avail. Aug 26 | 1 unit avail. Sep 30

    Price: $2,262Available: Available Aug 26 2025Unit: Unit 520
    Price: $2,362Available: Available Sep 30 2025Unit: Unit 1020
    1 bd, 1 ba
    $2,292
    725 sqft

    1 unit available now

    1 bd, 1 ba
    $2,312
    740 sqft

    1 unit available now

    1 bd, 1 ba
    $2,312
    697 sqft

    1 unit available Oct 3

    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
    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.
    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
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    • 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

    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    94 / 100
    Walker's Paradise
    91 / 100
    Biker's Paradise

    Nearby schools in Washington

    GreatSchools rating

    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.

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