631 D St NW #534
Washington, DC 20004
Property Highlights
- Penn Quarter Prime Location
- One Bedroom Floor Plan
- Building Pool Included
- On-Site Rental Parking
- Red and Green Line Access
- Built 2004 Concrete Construction
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Parking
Year Built
HOA Fee
Property Details
Sold Price: $399,900
1 Bed
1 Bath
680 Sq Ft
On-Site Rental Parking
Year Built: 2004
Sold Price: $399,900
1 Bed
1 Bath
680 Sq Ft
Parking: On-Site Rental Parking
Year Built: 2004
Executive Summary
631 D St NW #534 is a 680-square-foot one-bedroom residence at The Lafayette, a full-service condominium building in Penn Quarter, NW. The fifth-floor unit offers a practical layout with HOA coverage that includes water, sewer, trash, snow removal, pool access, exterior maintenance, and reserve funds. On-site rental parking is available. The building sits within walking distance of Gallery Place-Chinatown and Archives Metro stations, placing multiple lines within easy reach. Priced at $399,900, this residence represents a straightforward entry into one of DC’s most connected downtown neighborhoods.
Downtown DC Living at The Lafayette
The Lafayette is a full-service condominium building completed in 2004, situated on D Street NW in Penn Quarter — one of Washington’s most transit-connected and culturally active downtown corridors. Unit 534 is a 680-square-foot one-bedroom residence on the fifth floor, offering a coherent layout suited to downtown living.
The building’s HOA structure is notably comprehensive, covering water, sewer, trash, snow removal, pool access, custodial and exterior maintenance, insurance, management, and reserve fund contributions. On-site rental parking is available for residents who need it.
Penn Quarter places residents steps from Gallery Place-Chinatown and Archives Metro stations, with Red, Yellow, and Green Line service. The neighborhood’s concentration of federal institutions, restaurants, theaters, and daily conveniences makes it one of the most self-contained urban addresses in the region.
At $399,900, this residence offers direct access to the civic and cultural heart of Washington, DC, with the operational simplicity of a well-managed full-service building.
Residence at a Glance
- 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath
- 680 Square Feet
- Fifth Floor Unit
- Built 2004
- Pool Access Included
- On-Site Rental Parking
- Water and Sewer Included
- Penn Quarter NW
A Practical Downtown Residence with Comprehensive HOA Coverage
Interior and Layout
- 680 square feet of interior living space
- One-bedroom layout with one full bath
- Fifth-floor positioning within the building
- Built in 2004 with concrete construction typical of the era
- Full-service building with on-site management
Kitchen
- Kitchen configured within the open living area typical of Penn Quarter condo buildings of this vintage
- Layout supports everyday cooking and entertaining within the 680-square-foot floor plan
- Appliances and finishes consistent with 2004 construction
Primary Suite
- Dedicated bedroom separated from main living area
- One full bath serves the residence
- Layout provides functional separation for sleeping and living spaces
Outdoor and Building Amenities
- Building pool included in HOA coverage at no additional cost
- On-site rental parking available for residents
- Exterior building maintenance and custodial services covered by HOA
- Snow removal and trash included in monthly fee
What Sets This Apart
- HOA covers water, sewer, pool, trash, and exterior maintenance — reducing monthly variable costs
- Walking distance to two Metro stations serving three lines
- Penn Quarter address places residents at the center of DC's civic and cultural core
- Full-service 2004 building with on-site management and reserve fund contributions included
- On-site rental parking available in a neighborhood where parking is otherwise limited
Neighborhood & Lifestyle
Life Within Reach
A snapshot of everyday conveniences, destinations and experiences just moments from your door.
Neighborhood & Lifestyle
Life Within Reach
A snapshot of everyday conveniences, destinations and experiences just moments from your door.
Metro and Transit
- Gallery Place-Chinatown Metro: Red, Yellow, and Green Lines within walking distance
- Archives-Navy Memorial Metro: Yellow and Green Lines also walkable
- Multiple Metrobus routes serve the immediate Penn Quarter corridor
- Union Station accessible via Metro for Amtrak and MARC connections
- Reagan National Airport reachable via Yellow Line without transfer
Dining and Coffee
- Penn Quarter and Chinatown blocks offer a dense concentration of restaurants and cafes
- Local coffee shops and national cafe chains within the immediate walkable radius
- Chinatown dining options steps from the building
- Pennsylvania Avenue corridor provides additional dining variety
- Neighborhood supports both quick-service and sit-down dining within a short walk
Groceries and Retail
- Grocery options accessible within the Penn Quarter and Gallery Place area
- CVS and pharmacy services available in the immediate neighborhood
- Federal Triangle and downtown retail corridors nearby
- Smithsonian museums and National Mall accessible on foot
- Capital One Arena within the immediate neighborhood
Services and Fitness
- Building pool available to residents as part of HOA coverage
- Fitness studios and gyms present throughout the Penn Quarter corridor
- Dry cleaning and personal services available in the surrounding blocks
- On-site building management and custodial services included in HOA
- Parks and open space accessible along the National Mall
Property Location
About 631 D St NW #534
The Lafayette is a full-service condominium building completed in 2004 on D Street NW in Penn Quarter. Unit 534 is a fifth-floor one-bedroom residence with 680 square feet of interior space and one full bath. The building includes a pool among its resident amenities, and on-site rental parking is available for those who require it.
Penn Quarter occupies a central position in Washington’s downtown NW corridor, bordered by the National Mall, Judiciary Square, and Chinatown. The neighborhood is home to the National Archives, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, Capital One Arena, and a dense concentration of restaurants and cultural venues. Federal offices and courts are within walking distance, and the area’s street-level activity reflects its role as one of DC’s most active mixed-use districts.
Daily life at this address is organized around walkability. Multiple Metro lines are accessible on foot, and the surrounding blocks support grocery runs, dining, and cultural programming without requiring a car. The building’s HOA structure — covering water, sewer, trash, pool, and exterior maintenance — reduces the operational demands of ownership and allows residents to engage with the neighborhood rather than manage a property.
A Wardman team member and the Wardman Residential team at Compass have worked extensively with Penn Quarter and downtown DC condo buyers and sellers, including resale activity in full-service buildings along the D Street and Pennsylvania Avenue corridors. We understand the nuances of HOA-heavy buildings in this submarket — from fee structure analysis to comparable sales positioning. If you are exploring Penn Quarter real estate or downtown DC condos in this price range, reach out and we will share recent comparables and our perspective on the market.
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