Historic charm meets modern elegance in this beautifully newly renovated LeDroit Park gem. Warm wood tones, abundant natural light, and thoughtfully updated interiors create a sophisticated yet welcoming home with real character. The flexible layout offers 4 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, including a rare main-level bedroom and full bath ideal as a guest suite, home office, or family room. A private driveway accommodating two vehicles rounds out this rare offering in one of DC's most culturally rich communities. LeDroit Park is a designated historic district with a high Walk Score. A Michelin-recognized restaurant, vibrant cafes, local bars, a neighborhood park featuring a children's playground, a dog park and a thriving community garden are all within steps of the home. Also, Howard University and the U Street corridor are moments away, with the Shaw Howard University Metro station just an 11-minute walk.
Townhouse for rent
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$6,500/mo
Fees may apply
1953 3rd St NW, Washington, DC 20001
4beds
2,056sqft
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Townhouse
Available now
Cats, dogs OK
Central air
Driveway parking
Natural gas, central
What's special
Flexible layoutBeautifully newly renovatedThoughtfully updated interiorsAbundant natural lightWarm wood tones
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 20, 2026 at 05:48am
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
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas, Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,056 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Contact manager
- Pool features: Contact manager
Details
- Parcel number: 30870812
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Condition
- Year built: 1903
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 3/1/2026 | Listed for rent | $6,500$3/sqft |
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| 12/20/2024 | Sold | $650,000-7.3%$316/sqft |
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| 11/21/2024 | Contingent | $701,000$341/sqft |
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| 11/1/2024 | Listed for sale | $701,000-10.7%$341/sqft |
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| 10/6/2024 | Listing removed | $785,000$382/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Ledroit Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Cleveland Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Cardozo Education CampusGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.8 mi

