This inviting townhome features 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, abundant natural light, wood floors, and stainless steel appliances. The spacious finished basement offers versatile extra living space, perfect for a home office, entertainment room, or potential third bedroom, along with a full bathroom and laundry area. Step outside to your private back patio, ideal for cozy and intimate outdoor dining.
**Prime Location
Just a short walk to The Wharf, and the National Mall, conveniently located near Waterfront Metro Station and Capitol Hill. Enjoy easy access to DC's vibrant waterfront, restaurants, shopping, and entertainment. Make this charming SW DC townhouse your next home!
849 3rd St SW
Washington, DC 20024
Apartment building
Studio-4 beds
Available units
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 Unit 106 2 bd, 2 ba | 1,488 | Now | Fees may apply $3,500 |
What's special
Laundry areaAbundant natural lightPrivate back patioWood floorsStainless steel appliancesSpacious finished basement
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.
Neighborhood: Southwest Waterfront
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Getting around
Walk Score®
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Very WalkableBike Score®
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Biker's ParadiseNearby schools in Washington
Amidon-Bowen Elementary School
Grades PK-5 • 0.2 miles4/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
3/10Student Progress Rating
4/10Jefferson Middle School Academy
Grades 6-8 • 0.4 miles5/10
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4/10Eastern High School
Grades 9-12 • 2.1 miles3/10
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4/10College Readiness Rating
2/10Student Progress Rating
4/10Living in Washington
Southwest Waterfront sits along the Washington Channel and Potomac, with waterfront promenades and views shaping its open, urban feel. Summers are hot and humid, while winters are cool. The Wharf anchors the neighborhood with restaurants, cafés, shops, live music venues and a busy public waterfront; nearby Arena Stage adds a major theater destination. The area’s history is visible in its location beside the channel and its long relationship with the city’s working waterfront. Outdoor options include walks along the water and green space at Waterfront Park, while nearby East Potomac Park offers longer routes and recreation. Metrorail, buses, water taxis and pedestrian routes connect the neighborhood with central Washington and beyond, though the Metro station is a short walk inland. Southwest Waterfront neighborhood listings show a median rent of $2,350 per month and a typical range of $1,025 to $12,000.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is 849 3rd St SW located, and what is the neighborhood like?
849 3rd St SW is located at 849 3rd St SW in Southwest Waterfront, Washington, DC. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Pitango Gelato, Officina, and The Capital Grille.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 849 3rd St SW?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 849 3rd St SW include One Medical (1 mile away), One Medical (1 mile away), and Kaiser Permanente (1 mile away).
What schools are assigned to 849 3rd St SW?
The schools assigned to 849 3rd St SW include Amidon-Bowen Elementary School, Jefferson Middle School Academy, and Eastern High School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 849 3rd St SW?
849 3rd St SW is located near 6 grocery stores, including Waterfront Market SW (0.3 miles) and Whole Foods Market (0.6 miles). Additional shopping options, including Nationals Clubhouse Team Store, are approximately 0.6 miles away.
What colleges and universities are near 849 3rd St SW?
849 3rd St SW is located within 0.5 miles of Graduate School USA, 0.9 miles of National Defense University, and 0.9 miles of Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center.
