1643 6th St NW #2
Washington, DC 20001
Property Highlights
- Two-Bedroom Shaw Residence
- 1938 Historic Building
- Shaw NW Location
- HOA Covers Water/Sewer
- Exterior Maintained by HOA
- Close to Shaw Metro
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Year Built
HOA Fee
Property Details
Sold Price: $485,355
2 Bed
1 Bath
0 Sq Ft
Year Built: 1938
Sold Price: $485,355
2 Bed
1 Bath
0 Sq Ft
Year Built: 1938
Executive Summary
1643 6th St NW #2 is a two-bedroom, one-bath residence in the Shaw neighborhood of NW Washington, DC. The building dates to 1938 and carries the architectural character common to that era of DC construction. The condo association covers water, sewer, exterior building maintenance, insurance, and common area upkeep, reducing the variable cost burden for the owner. Priced at $485,355, the residence offers a straightforward entry into one of DC’s most active and walkable urban neighborhoods.
A Shaw Residence with Historic Bones and Low-Overhead Ownership
1643 6th St NW #2 is a two-bedroom residence situated in Shaw, one of NW Washington’s most connected and culturally layered neighborhoods. The building was constructed in 1938, and its presence on 6th Street NW reflects the dense, walkable fabric that defines this part of the city.
The condo association structure here is notably comprehensive. Monthly dues cover water, sewer, exterior building maintenance, common area upkeep, insurance, and professional management — a combination that meaningfully simplifies ownership and reduces unpredictable out-of-pocket exposure.
Shaw’s position in the city gives residents immediate access to the U Street and Shaw-Howard University Metro stations, a dense corridor of dining and retail along 7th and 9th Streets NW, and proximity to Logan Circle, Bloomingdale, and the broader central DC grid.
At $485,355, this residence represents a considered entry point into a neighborhood where the built environment, transit access, and urban amenity converge in a way that few DC submarkets can match at this price range.
Residence at a Glance
- 2 Bedrooms / 1 Full Bath
- 1938 Construction
- Shaw NW, Washington DC
- HOA Covers Water and Sewer
- Exterior Maintenance Included
- Close to U Street and Shaw Metro
Historic Construction. Comprehensive HOA. Central Shaw Address.
Interior and Layout
- Two-bedroom floor plan
- One full bath
- 1938 building construction
- Masonry building exterior maintained by condo association
- Residential block setting on 6th Street NW
Kitchen and Living
- Layout reflects 1938-era construction proportions
- Separate room configuration typical of pre-war DC buildings
- Proximity to neighborhood grocery and retail for daily provisioning
Bedrooms and Bath
- Two bedrooms with pre-war building proportions
- One full bath
- Building exterior and common areas maintained by HOA
Outdoor Access
- Outdoor space details not confirmed in available data
- Buyers should inquire about shared or private outdoor access
- Building exterior maintained by the condo association
What Sets This Apart
- 1938 masonry construction offers structural character absent in newer buildings
- HOA covers water, sewer, insurance, and exterior maintenance in one fee
- Two Metro stations within walking distance on the Green and Yellow lines
- Shaw address places residents at the center of DC's most walkable urban grid
- Priced as a direct entry point into a high-demand NW DC neighborhood
Neighborhood & Lifestyle
Life Within Reach
A snapshot of everyday conveniences, destinations and experiences just moments from your door.
Transit and Commuting
- Shaw-Howard University Metro: Green and Yellow lines
- U Street Metro: Green and Yellow lines
- Multiple DC Circulator routes serve the broader Shaw area
- Bike lanes and Capital Bikeshare stations accessible in the neighborhood
- Central DC grid location supports car-free commuting
Dining and Coffee
- Dense dining corridor along 7th Street NW within walking distance
- 9th Street NW offers additional restaurant and bar options
- Neighborhood coffee shops and cafes accessible on foot
- Proximity to Logan Circle dining scene to the south
- Local food markets and specialty grocers in the surrounding blocks
Groceries and Retail
- Neighborhood grocery options accessible within the Shaw corridor
- Pharmacy and convenience retail within walking distance
- Local hardware and home goods stores in the surrounding area
- Farmers market access at nearby neighborhood locations
Parks and Recreation
- Dunbar Recreation Center accessible in the broader Shaw area
- Proximity to green space along the McMillan Reservoir corridor
- Neighborhood parks and pocket green spaces on residential blocks
- Bike infrastructure supports recreational riding through the city grid
Property Location
About 1643 6th St NW #2
The residence at 1643 6th St NW #2 is a two-bedroom, one-bath condo in a building constructed in 1938. Buildings of this vintage in Shaw typically feature brick exteriors, solid masonry construction, and floor plans that differ meaningfully from modern open-concept layouts. The condo association maintains the exterior and common areas, and the monthly fee includes water, sewer, insurance, and professional management. Buyers should inquire directly about outdoor space access, as details were not confirmed in available data.
Shaw is one of NW Washington’s most historically significant and currently active urban neighborhoods. The area’s main commercial corridors along 7th and 9th Streets NW offer a dense mix of dining, coffee, retail, and cultural venues. The neighborhood is bounded by Logan Circle to the south and connects northward toward Bloomingdale and the McMillan Reservoir area. Its central position in the DC grid makes it one of the more transit-accessible neighborhoods in the city.
Daily life in Shaw is oriented around walkability and transit. The Shaw-Howard University Metro station on the Green and Yellow lines and the U Street Metro station on the Green and Yellow lines both serve the neighborhood, providing direct access to downtown DC, Columbia Heights, and points south. Local cafes, neighborhood groceries, and independent restaurants are accessible on foot from 6th Street NW. The neighborhood’s proximity to Howard University, the Howard Theatre, and the 9:30 Club adds a layer of cultural programming that distinguishes it within the broader DC landscape.
A Wardman team member and the Wardman Residential team at Compass have worked extensively with buyers navigating the Shaw condo market, including the active resale segment along the 6th and 7th Street corridors. We bring direct knowledge of how HOA structures, building vintage, and unit position affect pricing and negotiation dynamics in this submarket. If you are evaluating Shaw condos or comparable NW DC opportunities, reach out — we are glad to share recent comparables and our perspective on current market conditions.
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