The Lafayette

631 D Street NW

Washington

20004

The Lafayette is a 179-home, 2004 full-service condominium at D and 7th, connected to its sister building The Clara Barton. Residents share a rooftop pool, landscaped courtyard, fitness center, and concierge, steps from the Navy Memorial and Capital One Arena.

Year Built

2004

Total Units

179

Stories

Parking

Garage

Unit Sizes

Studio-3 Bedrooms

Price Range

$410,000 - $788,000

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The Lafayette Front Exterior – 631 D St NW, Washington DC

Location & Neighborhood

Around the Neighborhood

The corner of D and 7th sits between the Navy Memorial and Capital One Arena, with Penn Quarter’s restaurants, theaters, and museums spreading out in every direction. The weekend farmers market and Eastern Market are both within reach.

Getting Around

Archives–Navy Memorial (Green/Yellow) is a block away and Gallery Place–Chinatown is a short walk, putting most of the Metro network within easy reach. The location scores near the top for walkability.

Market Snapshot

The Lafayette Market Overview

The Lafayette activity: median sales price $467,500, median 26 days on market, 98.1% sale-to-list, $554/sqft. Based on 6 building-level sales in the trailing 12 months. Recent range $410,000 – $788,000.

Median Sales Price

$467,500

Average Days ON Market

Sale-to-list Ratio

98.1%

Homes Sold (12 MonthS)

Recent Price Range

$410,000 – $788,000

Units with higher floors, outdoor space, and garage parking typically command a premium within this building. Varies by unit size, floor, and condition.

Explore Opportunities at The Lafayette

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How This Building Performs

The Lafayette Market Performance & Ownership Profile

Full-service 2004 building with rooftop pool, courtyard, club room, and concierge
Homes range from studio lofts to three-bedroom penthouses with private roof decks
Connected to sister building The Clara Barton; steady demand for service and location

Market trends are based on recent sales activity and may vary by unit size, floor level, and condition.

Annual Sales Report for The Lafayette

Current listings & upcoming opportunities
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For Sale

Available Units at The Lafayette

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Explore the latest The Lafayette residences currently offered for sale below. Inventory in this building can move quickly and not every opportunity is publicly advertised. If you don’t see a unit that fits your needs (or none are showing right now), there may still be private/exclusive or coming soon homes available through agent networks. Reach out and we’ll share what we’re seeing off-market, confirm upcoming listings, and help you target the right floor plan, exposure, and price point.

Past Sales

Sold Units at The Lafayette

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Learn More About The Lafayette – Penn Quarter – Washington DC ↓

Range: Studio loft through three-bedroom penthouse layouts.
Sizes: Roughly 540 to 1,740 square feet.
Views: Penthouses include private roof decks.
Character: Traditional exterior with modern interiors.

Associate Broker

Evan@WardmanRE.com

703-447-6137 Cell

As a Washington, DC real estate advisor for more than 25 years, Evan specializes in The Lafayette and the local condo market. I’ve helped over 1,450 clients buy and sell with clear strategy, strong negotiation, and calm, hands-on guidance from start to finish.

If you’re considering a move in or out of The Lafayette, Evan can help you price and position correctly, evaluate value floor-by-floor, and navigate building-specific details that impact timing and resale. Reach out any time for a private conversation, a pricing opinion, or a smart plan tailored to your goals.

Rooftop: Pool and terrace with grills.
Outdoor: Landscaped courtyard.
Gathering: Club room with kitchen, business center, and screening room.
Fitness: On-site exercise room.
Service: Staffed front desk and concierge.

Metro: Archives–Navy Memorial a block away; Gallery Place nearby.
Arena: Capital One Arena a short walk for games and concerts.
Culture: Museums, theaters, and the Navy Memorial at the doorstep.
Walkability: Near-perfect walk score.

Living in Penn Quarter

Modern full-service condominiums in the cultural core
At the doorstep of Capital One Arena, theaters, and museums
Gallery Place-Chinatown and Archives Metro within a short walk
Destination dining and weekend farmers markets
Walkable to the National Mall and downtown offices
Loft and condo options in historic and new buildings

Penn Quarter is the cultural heart of Downtown DC — a lively, walkable neighborhood where theaters, museums, galleries, and restaurants share the blocks around Capital One Arena. It draws buyers who want energy at their doorstep: game nights, opening nights, and a dining scene that rivals any in the city.

The housing is predominantly modern, full-service condominiums — concierge buildings with fitness centers and rooftop amenities — along with a few boutique conversions in historic storefronts. Many homes offer open layouts and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the action below.

Life here is built around walkability and choice: the National Portrait Gallery and Shakespeare Theatre steps away, farmers markets on weekends, and restaurants ranging from quick lunches to destination dining. Gallery Place-Chinatown and Archives Metro put the entire network within reach.

If you’re considering Penn Quarter, the trade-offs are energy versus quiet and floor versus view. I’m glad to walk you through current inventory, building-by-building differences, and where long-term value tends to concentrate.

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