The townhouse rents partially furnished (the piano and some furniture would have to stay on premises).
Situated at the prime location, a historical picturesque street on the border of Mt. Pleasant and Woodley and only 5 min walk to Washington Zoo, this 2000 sq. ft renovated and artistically designed 4-br row house unit is located in the central yet very private and quiet historical District of Mount Pleasant (right across the east entrance to the National Zoo, 10 min walk to Columbia Heights metro; 20 min walk to Woodley Park or Cleveland Park metro). In between of red, yellow and green metro lines, all within walking distance or by the metro bus. For those with a car parking is available right by the house with the city temporary resident permit.
Original cathedral ceilings with beams and arches carefully preserved over the last century combined with eclectic art-deco elements, such as original art and lighting, tile murals and wooden decorative elements added in the process of recent major renovation, recreate the authentic Nation's Capital style of the house originally built in 1917. Numerous skylights fill the house with bright light. Backyard is fully fenced. Windows, roof and hardwood floors updated/replaced in 2020.
Fireplace available for use in January-March, creating unique winter lodge atmosphere.
The property comes partially furnished, but the owner is willing to work with tenants who wish to bring own furniture on case by case basis.
The home features 1 bedroom and half bath on the 1st floor; 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms on the second floor.
The second floor features:
- The master bedroom with a vaulted ceiling overlooking the historic neighborhood (fits 1 king size real bed and 1 full size pullout couch);
- the second bedroom (fits queen bed) with tall 3-sectional windows;
- a spacious third bedroom (fits a king bed or 2 twins).
The first level of the home has:
- half bath with access to private laundry in the basement technical room;
- a generously 1st floor bedroom with a fireplace;
- a banquet-sized sitting/TV room with beautifully refinished original cherry-wood trim on the ceilings (queen pull-out sofa with real mattress, a pocket sliding door separates it from the fireplace room);
- a large breakfast/family room with a floor-to-ceiling bay window.
There are two fully renovated two full bathrooms with marble floors, murals and Grohe fixtures on the second floor with skylights. A modern kitchen with granite counters, marble backsplash and stainless appliances with all necessary equipment opens into the breakfast area. The breakfast area extends onto a vast summer terrace/deck/garden in the backyard for the house tenants.
The house also features designer lighting throughout, new hardwood floors, new energy efficient Pella architect series windows; wide halls on both levels and plenty of storage space.
Parking by the property with a city temporary resident permit. Private washer and dryer. Wireless internet, Roku for Netflix. Hardwood throughout. Roommates are welcome: the property offers up to 4 individual private sleeping arrangements/bedrooms.
Credit check and income verification apply (min 720 score). The rent listed is for 4 persons occupancy. Min lease term 5 months.
Small pets are considered on case by case basis.
The unit comes furnished (some furniture could be removed at the tenant's request)
The neighborhood is quiet and the unit is not set up for entertainment or loud activities.
Children of any age are welcome.
The property is professionally managed by the owner with 11 years experience in rental business.
Private industrial size laundry in the basement technical room (not shared with basement unit).
Townhouse for rent
$4,900/mo
Fees may apply
1842 Kenyon St NW #A, Washington, DC 20010
4beds
2,000sqft
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Townhouse
Available Fri May 1 2026
Cats, small dogs OK
Central air
In unit laundry
Off street parking
Fireplace
What's special
Spacious third bedroomPlenty of storage spaceNew hardwood floorsBackyard is fully fencedOriginal art and lightingPrivate washer and dryerTile murals
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: 14 hours ago
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Fireplace
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,000 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Rock Creek park jogging trails, Washington Zoo nearby
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 3/20/2026 | Listed for rent | $4,900+2.1%$2/sqft |
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| 3/14/2025 | Listing removed | $4,800$2/sqft |
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| 3/11/2025 | Price change | $4,800-7.7%$2/sqft |
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| 3/7/2025 | Price change | $5,200-5.5%$3/sqft |
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| 2/11/2025 | Listed for rent | $5,500$3/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Mount Pleasant
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Bancroft Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Deal Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 7/10Jackson-Reed High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi

