The Clara is an important 19th century 3-story townhouse at the corner of M & 3rd Streets in Mount Vernon Square and Shaw neighborhoods. It won one of the City's 2013 awards for historic restoration and is named in honor of our first tenant, Clara.
This top floor apt comes with a 220 sq. ft private rooftop deck/patio perfect for rooftop gardening, outdoor entertaining or just relaxing outdoors having coffee. The apt has a 600 sq ft flexible L-shaped design. You will immediately see that the living room has several windows facing south and east, fills with lots of sunlight with direct views of the US Capitol Building. It has 9.5' tall ceiling, handsome recessed lighting, all original shutters, and original heart of pine flooring. The kitchen has all modern appliances, microwave, gas oven and range, dishwasher, wooden cabinets with glass facing, wall shelving for cookbooks, and a large window with great breezes. This semi-open kitchen faces the living room and is separated by a 30" wide granite counter.
The bathroom is tiled, featuring a bathtub/shower with sliding glass doors and a 5' tall window that brings in lots of light and fresh air. Great water pressure.
The bedroom comfortably fits a queen sized bed, with a roomy floor to ceiling closet with 9' tall glass doors, recessed lighting, wide blade white ceiling fan, and secured double-pane windows for quietness.
Amenities: in-unit washer/dryer, central HVAC, cable with outlets in both the living room and bedroom.
THIS IS A NON-SMOKING BUILDING. TENANTS SHARE PLACING TRASH BINS ON STREET ON PICK UP DAYS.
The Clara is a historic corner building with a colorful exterior and fenced in yard for resident-friendly landscaping. It is a lovely example of the French Second Empire-style home in DC.
The Clara is located in the heart of Mount Vernon Square and Shaw. It is a short walk to Logan Circle, Dupont Circle, and Chinatown neighborhoods. The Clara has a Walk/Transportation/Bike Score of 95-97 out of 100.
Nearby attractions: U.S. Capitol, National MALL, Smithsonian museums, Botanical Gardens, National Museum of Women in the Arts, Capital One Arena, Georgetown University Law Center, The Convention Center, Blagden Alley, NOMA, Penn Quarter and a quick drive from Union Market.
Neighborhood staples: Safeway, Busboys & Poets, Seylou Bakery, Apple Store/Carnegie Library, REI Flagship, Target, bike shops, U-Haul Moving & Storage, and many restaurants, boutiques, fitness centers, etc... FRESHFARM Mount Vernon Triangle Market (Saturdays).
Health: Howard Univ. Hospital, Minute Clinic, MedStar Washington Hospital Center, CVS, Walgreens.
Metro: Green/Yellow/Red line: Mt. Vernon Sq., 7th St-Convention Center, Gallery Place/Chinatown, Judiciary Sq., and Union Station.
Yellow line: Directly to National Airport (DCA)
Union Station Trains and Busses: Amtrak, Marc Train, and VRE (Virginia Railway Express), and Greyhound Bus Station (various bus services)
Highways: i-395 (DC-VA), Baltimore-Washington Parkway (unsigned MD 295), US 50
Vehicle Sharing: Zipcar, RelayRides, Hertz On Demand, uber, Lyft, and Capital Bikeshares.
Parking: street parking, Colonial Parking, City Center Parking Lot, CityCenterDC Parking Garage, Tech World.
Tenant pays for electric, gas, and telecommunications
301 M St NW
Washington, DC 20001
Apartment building
1-2 beds
In-unit laundry (W/D)
Available units
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What's special
Smithsonian museumsCapital one arenaUnion marketOriginal shuttersColonial parkingRei flagshipDupont circle
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
Unit features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Freezer
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Washer
Flooring
- Hardwood
- Tile
Neighborhood: Mount Vernon Square
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Nearby schools in Washington
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Walker-Jones Education CampusGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10Dunbar High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 301 M St NW?
301 M St NW has a walk score of 95, it's a walker's paradise.
What schools are assigned to 301 M St NW?
The schools assigned to 301 M St NW include Walker-Jones Education Campus and Dunbar High School.
Does 301 M St NW have in-unit laundry?
Yes, 301 M St NW has in-unit laundry for some or all of the units.
What neighborhood is 301 M St NW in?
301 M St NW is in the Mount Vernon Square neighborhood in Washington, DC.