Whether you're on the prowl for a new place or not, it can occasionally be fun to step inside a luxury real estate listing to see what life could be like if money wasn't a concern. So what exactly does the upper-end of Washington's rental market look like these days — and just how top-tier are the features, given these huge price points?
We examined local listings in Washington via rental site Zumper to find the city's most ritzy listings. (Note: prices and availability are subject to change.)
Take a look at these select listings, below.
3620 Prospect St. NW (Georgetown)
Right off the bat, feast your eyes on this monstrous townhouse over at 3620 Prospect St. NW in Georgetown. It has two bedrooms, two bathrooms. Whereas the average price for a two-bedroom rental in Washington is approximately $2,750 / month, this place is currently listed at a whopping $12,500 / month. Why so glitzy?
This abode features hardwood floors, a fireplace, large windows, a balcony, high ceilings, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, built-in shelves and a dishwasher. The building boasts a roof deck and parking. As luxurious as this rental might seem, cats and dogs are not welcome.
Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is friendly for those on foot, is convenient for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options.
(If you want to daydream, see the complete listing here.)
2136 Bancroft Place NW (Kalorama)
Next, there's this fantastic townhouse situated at 2136 Bancroft Place NW in Kalorama. It has an impressive four bedrooms, four bathrooms, and it's 5,300- square-feet in size. Whereas the average price for a four-bedroom rental in Washington is approximately $4,500 / month, this home is currently priced at a stunning $11,000 / month.
Tenants can expect the unit to feature floor-to-ceiling windows, hardwood floors, built-in bookshelves, high ceilings, recessed lighting, a dishwasher, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and a kitchen island. The building has garage parking, an elevator, a residents lounge and a rooftop terrace. Inhabiting this high-end home isn't all-inclusive: cats and dogs aren't allowed.
According to Walk Score, the surrounding area is a "walker's paradise," is very bikeable and is a haven for transit riders.
(If you want to daydream, see the complete listing here.)
4626 Charleston Terrace NW (Foxhall Village)
Next, check out this gigantic single-family home over at 4626 Charleston Terrace NW in Foxhall Village. It has an impressive four bedrooms, two bathrooms and is currently priced at $7,750 / month.
In the unit, anticipate hardwood floors, high ceilings, air conditioning, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, floor-to-ceiling windows, built-in shelves and a terrace. The home also boasts garage parking and an elevator. Residing in this top-of-the-line home isn't for everyone: pets are not permitted.
According to Walk Score, this location requires a car for most errands, is fairly bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.
(Take a look at the complete listing here.)
504 C St. NE, #5 (Capitol Hill)
And last, there's this gigantic apartment located at 504 C St. NE in Capitol Hill. It has two bedrooms and two bathrooms, and it takes up 1,460-square-feet. This home is currently priced at $7,550 / month. What, precisely, makes it so expensive?
In the unit, you can expect hardwood floors, a balcony, high ceilings, wooden cabinetry, a kitchen bar, granite countertops, closet space and ample natural light. The building boasts a roof deck. Residing in this top-of-the-line home is a human-only thing: pets aren't welcome.
Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is extremely walkable, is a "biker's paradise" and is a haven for transit riders.
(Check out the complete listing here.)
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