Studio, 1 ba
$1,984-2,156
462 sqft
2 units available now
Price: $1,984Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 923
Price: $2,156Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1323
Special offer
Illume
853 New Jersey Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003
Special offer!
Price shown is Base Rent, does not include non-optional fees and utilities. Review Building overview for details.- 1 month free on select one-bedroom homes *contact our team for details
Apartment building
Studio-2 beds
Pet-friendly
Shared laundry
What’s available
Studio, 1 ba
$2,045-2,185
520 sqft
1 unit avail. Jul 22 | 1 unit avail. Aug 21
Price: $2,045Available: Available Jul 22 2025Unit: Unit 560
Price: $2,185Available: Available Aug 21 2025Unit: Unit 1260
Studio, 1 ba
$2,056-2,137
487 sqft
3 units available now
Price: $2,056Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 841
Price: $2,099Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1041
Price: $2,137Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1241
Studio, 1 ba
$2,069-2,090
427 sqft
1 unit avail. now | 1 avail. Aug 30
Price: $2,069Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1119
Price: $2,090Available: Available Aug 30 2025Unit: Unit 1019
Studio, 1 ba
$2,073
439 sqft
1 unit available now
1 Photo
Studio, 1 ba
$2,075-2,271
493 sqft
3 units available now
Price: $2,075Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 838
Price: $2,137Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1138
Price: $2,271Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1338
Studio, 1 ba
$2,130
462 sqft
1 unit available Jul 7
1 bd, 1 ba
$2,136-2,328
706 sqft
2 units available now
Price: $2,136Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 324
Price: $2,328Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1024
1 bd, 1 ba
$2,154-2,294
640 sqft
1 unit avail. now | 1 avail. Sep 5
Price: $2,154Available: Available Sep 5 2025Unit: Unit 210
Price: $2,294Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1210
1 bd, 1 ba
$2,189
682 sqft
1 unit available now
1 Photo
1 bd, 1 ba
$2,208
718 sqft
1 unit available now
1 bd, 1 ba
$2,208-2,564
597 sqft
4 units avail. now | 1 avail. Jul 14
Price: $2,208Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 339
Price: $2,304Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 537
Price: $2,357Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 837
Price: $2,504Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1037
Price: $2,564Available: Available Jul 14 2025Unit: Unit 1339
1 bd, 1 ba
$2,289
703 sqft
1 unit available Jun 21
1 bd, 1 ba
$2,299-2,459
698 sqft
1 unit avail. now | 1 avail. Sep 7
Price: $2,299Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 729
Price: $2,459Available: Available Sep 7 2025Unit: Unit 1129
1 bd, 1 ba
$2,304-2,342
702 sqft
2 units available now
Price: $2,304Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 640
Price: $2,342Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1040
1 bd, 1 ba
$2,313-2,390
704 sqft
2 units available now
Price: $2,313Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 608
Price: $2,390Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1208
1 bd, 1 ba
$2,314+
726 sqft
1 bd, 1 ba
$2,314-2,467
643 sqft
2 units avail. now | 1 avail. Jun 23
Price: $2,314Available: Available Jun 23 2025Unit: Unit 533
Price: $2,374Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 633
Price: $2,467Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1333
1 bd, 1 ba
$2,318-2,337
627 sqft
2 units avail. now | 2 avail. Aug 1-Aug 23
Price: $2,318Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1035
Price: $2,319Available: Available Aug 1 2025Unit: Unit 235
Price: $2,319Available: Available Aug 23 2025Unit: Unit 335
Price: $2,337Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1135
1 bd, 1 ba
$2,324+
740 sqft
1 bd, 1 ba
$2,354
681 sqft
1 unit available now
1 bd, 1 ba
$2,364-2,409
712 sqft
1 unit avail. now | 1 avail. Jul 28
Price: $2,364Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1068
Price: $2,409Available: Available Jul 28 2025Unit: Unit 768
1 bd, 1 ba
$2,369+
725 sqft
1 bd, 1 ba
$2,399
642 sqft
1 unit available Jul 22
1 bd, 1 ba
$2,404+
701 sqft
What's special
Business center
Work from home mode: activated
This building features access to a business center. Only 15% of buildings in Washington have this amenity.
Indoor-outdoor loungesGraciously appointed apartment homesExpansive fitness center
Price shown is Base Rent. Residents are required to pay: At Application: Application Fee ($50.00/applicant, nonrefundable); At Move-in: Security Deposit (Refundable) ($1000.00/unit); Utility-New Account Fee ($17.00/unit); Community Amenity Fee ($500.00/unit); At Move-out: Utility-Final Bill Fee ($17.00/unit); Monthly: Stormwater/Drainage (usage-based); Common Area-Gas (usage-based); Electric-3rd Party (usage-based); Natural Gas-3rd Party (usage-based); Variable Refrigerant Flow (usage-based); Water/Sewer (usage-based); Trash-Hauling ($10.00/unit); Utility-Billing Admin Fee ($5.78/unit); Renters Liability Insurance-3rd Party (varies). Please visit the property website for a full list of all optional and situational fees. Floor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
Life at Illume offers the ideal mix of convenience, community and culture. Our graciously appointed apartment homes are complemented by ample social spaces where you can gather with friends and neighbors. From rooftop pools with dramatic views of the Capitol building, to a multitude of indoor-outdoor lounges and an expansive fitness center, you'll feel as at home throughout the property as you do in your apartment.
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.
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Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Community Rooms
- Business Center
- Fitness Center
- Lounge: TV Lounge
Other
- Shared: Laundry Room
- Swimming Pool
Services & facilities
- On-Site Maintenance: OnSiteMaintenance
- Pet Park: Dog Park
View description
- Capitol View
- East Tower View
- Entry View
- Hotel View
- Railroad View
- West Tower View
Unit Features
Flooring
- Hardwood: Flooring Hardwood
Other
- Balcony
- Patio Balcony: Balcony
Policies
Lease terms
- 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
Pets
Cats
- Allowed
- $50 monthly pet fee
Dogs
- Allowed
- $50 monthly pet fee
- Restrictions: Pit Bull Terrier/Staffordshire Terriers, Rottweilers, Doberman Pinschers, Chows, Presa Canarios, Akitas, Alaskan Malamutes, Wolf-hybrids
Parking
- None
Special Features
- Availability 24 Hours
- Blue/brown Color Scheme
- Concierge
- Corner Unit
- Courtyard View
- Cyber Cafe
- Den
- Double Vanity
- Dual Entry Bath
- Enclosed Shower
- Enclosed Sleeping Area
- Extended Counter
- First Floor
- Fourth Floor
- Glass Finish Cabinets
- Grey/greem Color Scheme
- High Ceilings
- Highway Adjacent
- Kitchen Island
- Pantry
- Second Floor
- Third Floor
- Tub
- Walk-in Closet
Costs & fees
Select a unit-type to view your estimated move-in costs.
Est. monthly cost$2,034-$2,321
Est. one-time cost$0
Est. move-in cost$2,034-$2,321
Monthly costs
Base rent$1,984-$2,271/mo
Parking feeContact for details
Pet fee$50/mo
Est. monthly cost$2,034-$2,321/mo
One-time costs
Security deposit$0
Application feeContact for details
Administration feeContact for details
Pet deposit$0
Est. one-time cost$0
Estimated Monthly Total (a/k/a Total Monthly Leasing Price) includes base rent, all monthly mandatory and any user-selected optional fees. Excludes variable, usage-based, and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Security Deposit may change based on screening results, but total will not exceed legal maximums. Some items may be taxed under applicable law. Some fees may not apply to rental homes subject to an affordable program. All fees are subject to application and/or lease terms. Prices and availability subject to change. Resident is responsible for damages beyond ordinary wear and tear. Resident may need to maintain insurance and to activate and maintain utility services, including but not limited to electricity, water, gas, and internet, per the lease. Additional fees may apply as detailed in the application and/or lease agreement, which can be requested prior to applying. Pet breed and other pet restrictions apply. Parking, storage, and other rentable items are subject to availability. Final pricing and availability will be determined during lease agreement. See Leasing Agent for details.
Neighborhood: Navy Yard
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Nearby schools in Washington
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Van Ness Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Jefferson Middle School AcademyGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 3/10Eastern High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Points of Interest
Groceries | Distance |
|---|---|
| Whole Foods | 0.1 mi |
| Schneider's of Capitol Hill | 1 mi |
| DCanter | 0.6 mi |
| Trader Joe's | 0.6 mi |
| Harris Teeter | 0.4 mi |
| Illume has 5 grocery stores within a 1 mile distance. | |
Shopping | Distance |
|---|---|
| Nationals Clubhouse Team Store | 0.7 mi |
| Leica Store Washington DC | 2 mi |
| Supreme Court Gift Shop | 0.7 mi |
| Capitol Hill Books | 0.6 mi |
| East City Bookshop | 0.6 mi |
| Illume has 5 shopping centers within a 2 mile distance. | |
Parks and recreation | Distance |
|---|---|
| Enid A. Haupt Garden | 0.9 mi |
| The Yards Park | 0.5 mi |
| The Wharf DC | 1 mi |
| Robert and Arlene Kogod Courtyard | 1 mi |
| United States Navy Memorial | 1 mi |
| Illume has 5 parks and recreation locations within a 1 mile distance. | |
Fitness | Distance |
|---|---|
| Enid A. Haupt Garden | 0.9 mi |
| The Yards Park | 0.5 mi |
| Capitol Reflecting Pool | 0.6 mi |
| United States Botanic Garden | 0.8 mi |
| Stanton Park | 1 mi |
| Illume has 5 fitness centers within a 1 mile distance. | |
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of Illume?
Illume has a walk score of 94, it's a walker's paradise.
What schools are assigned to Illume?
The schools assigned to Illume include Van Ness Elementary School, Jefferson Middle School Academy, and Eastern High School.
Does Illume have in-unit laundry?
No, but Illume has shared building laundry.
What neighborhood is Illume in?
Illume is in the Navy Yard neighborhood in Washington, DC.
What are Illume's policies on pets?
This building has monthly fee of $50 for cats. This building has monthly fee of $50 for dogs.
Does Illume have virtual tours available?
Yes, 3D and virtual tours are available for Illume.
