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Property Details
Price: $635,000
3 Bed
3 Bath
1,330 Sq Ft
Year Built: 1938
Price: $635,000
3 Bed
3 Bath
1,330 Sq Ft
Year Built: 1938
Located at 1643 6th St NW in Shaw, this three-bedroom, three-bath condominium delivers 1,330 square feet of living space within a building that carries the architectural character of its 1938 origins. The residence offers a rare bedroom-to-bath ratio that accommodates a range of living arrangements. Monthly HOA coverage includes water, sewer, exterior building maintenance, insurance, management, and reserve funds — reducing the administrative burden of ownership. Shaw’s position at the intersection of several DC neighborhoods places residents within reach of the city’s most active dining, cultural, and transit corridors.
The residence at 1643 6th St NW #6 occupies one of DC’s most historically layered neighborhoods, where early-20th-century building stock meets a contemporary urban energy. At 1,330 square feet, the floor plan delivers space that is genuinely livable — not merely adequate.
Three full baths across three bedrooms is a configuration that remains uncommon at this price point in NW DC. Each bedroom has its own bath, a structural fact that distinguishes this residence from the majority of comparable condominiums in the submarket.
The building’s 1938 construction brings with it the proportions and detailing characteristic of that era — higher ceilings, solid construction, and a presence on the streetscape that newer buildings rarely replicate. The HOA structure covers exterior maintenance, insurance, sewer, water, and reserve contributions, consolidating the core costs of ownership into a single monthly figure.
Shaw’s location within NW places residents at the convergence of multiple Metro lines, a dense concentration of dining and retail, and the cultural institutions that define this part of the city. The neighborhood’s walkability and transit access make car-optional living a practical reality.
Neighborhood & Lifestyle
A snapshot of everyday conveniences, destinations and experiences just moments from your door.
Neighborhood & Lifestyle
A snapshot of everyday conveniences, destinations and experiences just moments from your door.
Property Location
The residence at 1643 6th St NW #6 is a three-bedroom, three-bath condominium spanning 1,330 square feet within a building constructed in 1938. The one-to-one bedroom-to-bath ratio is a meaningful distinction in a market where most condominiums at this size offer two baths at most. The building’s pre-war construction is reflected in its proportions and street presence — qualities that distinguish it from the area’s newer residential developments. Monthly HOA dues cover exterior building maintenance, insurance, management, reserve funds, sewer, and water.
Shaw is one of NW DC’s most historically significant and actively evolving neighborhoods, positioned between Logan Circle to the south, Columbia Heights to the north, and the U Street corridor to the west. The neighborhood’s commercial streets support a dense mix of independent restaurants, coffee shops, and retail, with larger grocery and service options accessible within the broader corridor. Cultural institutions, including the Howard Theatre and the nearby Smithsonian venues, anchor the area’s identity. The 6th Street address places the residence within the walkable core of the neighborhood.
Daily life in Shaw is oriented around walkability and transit, with multiple Metro stations accessible from the neighborhood and a street grid that supports most errands on foot. The surrounding blocks offer a range of dining options from neighborhood staples to nationally recognized restaurants, along with coffee shops, markets, and fitness studios. Green space is available at nearby parks within the Shaw and Logan Circle area. The density of options within a short walk makes car-optional living a practical and sustainable choice for residents of this address.
A Wardman team member and the Wardman Residential team at Compass have worked extensively with Shaw and broader NW DC condominiums, advising both buyers and sellers navigating the active resale market in this submarket. We bring direct familiarity with pre-war building stock in Shaw, the HOA structures common to smaller condo associations in the area, and the pricing dynamics that define this corridor. If you are considering a condominium in Shaw or the surrounding NW neighborhoods, we welcome the conversation — reach out to discuss recent comparables, HOA due diligence, or our perspective on the current market.
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70 Rhode Island Ave NW #202, Washington, DC 20001