The MO

500 Penn St NE, Washington, DC 20002

Special offer! Save up to 6 weeks off rent! Move in by 6/19/2026. Minimum 12 month lease term required. *Select apartments

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Save up to 2 months off rent! Move in by 06/19/2026. Minimum 12 month lease term required. *Select apartments

Applies to select units

Apartment building

1-3 beds

Pet-friendly

Detached garage

In-unit laundry (W/D)

Available units

Price may not include required fees and charges. Price shown reflects the lease term provided for each unit.

Unit , sortable column	Sqft, sortable column	Available, sortable column	Base rent, sorted ascending
Unit 420 1 bd, 1 ba	627	Jul 8	$2,089
Unit 520 1 bd, 1 ba	627	Jun 27	$2,209
Unit 1117Special offer 1 bd, 1 ba	668	Now	$2,494
Unit 517 1 bd, 1 ba	668	Aug 8	$2,504
Unit 1017 1 bd, 1 ba	668	Aug 29	$2,534
Unit 323 1 bd, 1 ba	708	Jul 14	$2,659
Unit 523 1 bd, 1 ba	708	Jun 13	$2,769
Unit 315 1 bd, 1 ba	715	Sep 1	$2,799
Unit 515 1 bd, 1 ba	715	Jun 23	$2,819
Unit 312 1 bd, 1 ba	765	Aug 29	$2,871
Unit 612 1 bd, 1 ba	765	Jun 20	$2,936
Unit 709Special offer 1 bd, 1 ba	874	Now	$2,951
Unit 1010 1 bd, 1 ba	765	Jun 11	$2,999
Unit 809Special offer 1 bd, 1 ba	874	Now	$3,026
Unit 727Special offer 2 bd, 2 ba	1,035	Now	$3,586

What's special

Swimming pool

Cool down on hot days

This building features access to a pool. Less than 13% of buildings in Washington have this amenity.

The MO offers one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartment homes for rent in the trendy Union Market District of Washington D.C. Life at The MO brings new meaning to "inspired living." Featuring one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartment homes for rent, it is a gathering place for D.C. tastemakers. Here, every space is open and inclusive, inviting, and warm, and energetically current. From the breathtaking penthouse pool and sundeck to the impressive fitness center and relaxing courtyard, The MO caters to those looking for true connection. Every home has been crafted with modern and upscale finishes, including premium Italian cabinetry, quartz countertops, and wood plank flooring to create an open and inviting feeling, mirroring the trendy Union Market District location. And if ever you need to venture a little further, appreciate a 5-minute walk to the NoMa-Gallaudet U-Metro Station, or find all your daily conveniences down 5th street on the H-Corridor.

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.

Facts, features & policies

Building Amenities

Community Rooms

Fitness Center: 24-hour Fitness Center

Game Room: Entertainment Area With Tv, Billiards, And Lounge

Pet Washing Station

Other

In Unit: Washer And Dryer

Swimming Pool: Penthouse Pool And Sundeck

Outdoor common areas

Deck: Sky Deck

Patio: Patio/balcony

Services & facilities

Bicycle Storage: Bike Storage

Elevator: Elevators

Storage Space

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View: DC Skyline Views

Unit Features

Appliances

Dishwasher

Dryer: Washer And Dryer

Microwave Oven: Microwave

Refrigerator: French Door Refrigerator

Stove: Glass Top Stove

Washer: Washer And Dryer

Cooling

Air Conditioning: Air Conditioner

Flooring

Wood: Wood Plank Flooring

Other

Furnished: Furnished Apartments Available

Patio Balcony

Policies

Parking

Detached Garage: Garage Lot

Garage: Controlled Access Parking Garage

Parking Lot: Other

Lease terms

3 - 14 month lease terms available

Pet essentials

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DogsAllowed
Number allowed2
Monthly dog rent$70
One-time dog fee$600
CatsAllowed
Number allowed2
Monthly cat rent$70
One-time cat fee$600

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Additional details

Acceptable animals include domestic cats and dogs. Dogs that are purebreds or mixes of the following breeds are prohibited: Akita, Alaskan Malamute, Chow-Chow, Doberman, German Shepherd, Great Dane, Pit Bull (American Staffordshire Terrier, American Pit Bull Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier), Rottweiler, Saint Bernard, Shar Pei, and Siberian Husky. All other animals including exotic pets are prohibited. All animals must be authorized by management.

Pet amenities

Pet Spa

Special Features

Build Credit Score With Renttrack

Community Kitchen And Dining Area

Concierge: 24-hour Concierge

Conference Rooms

Convenient To Union Market

Courtyard

Deposit Free With Rhino

Dimmable Lights

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

Floor-to-ceiling Tiled Shower

Floor-to-ceiling Windows

Frameless Glass Enclosed Shower

Green Energy Available With Public Grid

Internet Starting At $25/month

Lifestyle Services Powered By Amenify

Moving Services With Move Matcher

On-site Mini-market

On-site Retail

Outdoor Fire Pit

Outdoor Kitchen

Package Lockers

Peloton Bikes

Penthouses

Pet Spa

Powder Room

Premium Italian Cabinetry

Pursuing Leed Silver Certification

Quartz Countertops

Roller Shades

Smart Home Package

Soft Close Drawers

Stainless Steel Appliances

Tiled Backsplash

Tiled Bathroom

Under Cabinet Lighting

Usb Outlets

Walk-in Closets

Work From Home Space

Yoga Studio

Neighborhood: Gallaudet

Areas of interest

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Travel times

Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

Walk Score^®

/ 100

Walker's Paradise

Bike Score^®

/ 100

Very Bikeable

Nearby schools in Washington

Wheatley Education Campus

Grades PK-8 • 0.7 miles

4/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

2/10

Student Progress Rating

5/10

Dunbar High School

Grades 9-12 • 0.9 miles

3/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

2/10

College Readiness Rating

5/10

Student Progress Rating

3/10

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Frequently asked questions

What is the walk score of The MO?

The MO has a walk score of 91, it's a walker's paradise.

What schools are assigned to The MO?

The schools assigned to The MO include Wheatley Education Campus and Dunbar High School.

Does The MO have in-unit laundry?

Yes, The MO has in-unit laundry for some or all of the units.

What neighborhood is The MO in?

The MO is in the Gallaudet neighborhood in Washington, DC.

What are The MO's policies on pets?

A maximum of 2 cats are allowed per unit. This building has a one time fee of $600 and monthly fee of $70 for cats. A maximum of 2 dogs are allowed per unit. This building has a one time fee of $600 and monthly fee of $70 for dogs.