Welcome to 840 New Hampshire Ave in the heart of Foggy Bottom! This great top floor, one bedroom/one bathroom apartment is located in the iconic Fitzgerald House, known for it's prime corner-lot and yellow exterior paint. This unique and charming apartment offers the perfect combination of historical character and modern comfort, rounded out with a serene private balcony. Welcome home!
Apartment Features:
Occupies the top floor of a historic three level home
New beautifully refinished hardwood floors throughout
Living room with tons of natural light, built-in bookshelves and wood-burning fireplace
Private balcony off of living room, perfect for morning coffee
Recently renovated kitchen with new appliances
Large bedroom with multiple closets and ensuite bathroom 
Washer/Dryer combo in unit
Spacious fenced-in front yard shared with the two other units in building
Private side-entrance and separate mailing address from the rest of the building
Parking:
Street parking. 
Utilities:
Tenant is responsible for electricity and gas. Water is included in rent. 
Lease terms:
Available December 5th. Minimum one year lease. Sorry, no pets. Application fee is $35 and includes a credit check. Security deposit equal to one month's rent due upon lease signing.
Location:
Built in 1886, The Fitzgerald House has been used as a grocery store and and a single-family residence from the 1890s to the 1950, and now is configured as a 3-unit apartment building. The building is a regular participant of the Foggy Bottom Art Walk, showcasing contemporary sculptures throughout the neighborhood. One block to Foggy Bottom Metro Station. One block to George Washington University Hospital, Whole Foods, and too many conveniences, restaurants and landmarks to name. Perfectly located for commuters too with accessibility to Rock Creek Park and Key Bridge.
House for rent
$2,450/mo
840 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037
1beds
750sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Single family residence
Available Fri Dec 5 2025
No pets
Central air
In unit laundry
-- Parking
Forced air
What's special
Refinished hardwood floorsBuilt-in bookshelvesLarge bedroomSpacious fenced-in front yardWood-burning fireplaceRecently renovated kitchenPrivate balcony
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 750 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Electricity not included in rent, Gas not included in rent, Heating system: ForcedAir, No cats, Water included in rent
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Water
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
| Date | Event | Price | 
|---|---|---|
| 10/28/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,450+6.5%$3/sqft | 
| Source: Zillow Rentals   | ||
| 5/11/2022 | Listing removed | -- | 
| Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium   | ||
| 5/4/2022 | Listed for rent | $2,300$3/sqft | 
| Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium   | ||
| 12/17/2019 | Listing removed | $2,300$3/sqft | 
| Source: Zillow Rental Network   | ||
| 11/15/2019 | Listed for rent | $2,300+7%$3/sqft | 
| Source: EASE Property Services   | ||

