Spacious, fully furnished bedroom in beautiful, highly unique two-bedroom (plus den) shared row house near Eastern Market, Lincoln Park, Barracks Row -- and within walking distance of the blue/orange line (6-minute walk), the U.S. Capitol and the Library of Congress -- available for short-term rental (3 to 6 months, possibly longer). The house and yard are colorful and cozy, with lots of artwork and plants. The bedroom is 625 square feet -- the size of a studio apartment -- and has up to half of a large walk-in closet, a sitting area, and a desk/office area. The second bedroom, currently rented but featured in photos for information purposes, also has hardwood floors, exposed brick and it's own sitting area and office alcove. Both bedrooom occupants share access to a remodeled upstairs bath, a spacious kitchen and dining area downstairs, a washer/dryer and a front yard sitting area. Utilities -- including wifi, water, gas and electric -- are split between renters. Parking is on the street; two bike-share stations nearby. This room is available for one person in full-month intervals (no pro-rating of days when the fellowship ends the third week in the month, in other words, sorry!). Rent is higher during the summer months and/or for short-term rentals. Credit check and one-month security deposit required. The owner of the house, a longtime free-lance writer and gardener/landscape designer, has a well-behaved young pup and splits her time between DC and DE. If interested AND IN ORDER TO RECEIVE A RESPONSE, please provide details about yourself, your situation, your proposed length of stay, and what your expectations are as a housemate (e.g., need temporary housing during a fellowship, just moved to area for a new job, like to cook or mostly order takeout, etc. -- thanks!).
No smoking or vaping. Overnight guests are generally limited to 3 nights per month. Homeowner is chemically sensitive and uses only perfume-and-dye-free clothing detergent and either unscented or "eco-friendly" cleaning products. Pesticides and air fresheners are not allowed.
228 1/2 12th St SE
Washington, DC 20003
Apartment building
1-3 beds
In-unit laundry (W/D)
Available units
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What's special
Spacious fully furnished bedroomRemodeled upstairs bathLarge walk-in closetFront yard sitting area
District law requires that a housing provider state that the housing provider will not refuse to rent a rental unit to a person because the person will provide the rental payment, in whole or in part, through a voucher for rental housing assistance provided by the District or federal government.
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Dryer
- Freezer
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Washer
Flooring
- Carpet
- Hardwood
- Tile
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Very WalkableBike Score®
/ 100
Biker's ParadiseNearby schools in Washington
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Payne Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Eliot-Hine Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10Eastern High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 228 1/2 12th St SE?
228 1/2 12th St SE has a walk score of 90, it's very walkable.
What schools are assigned to 228 1/2 12th St SE?
The schools assigned to 228 1/2 12th St SE include Payne Elementary School, Eliot-Hine Middle School, and Eastern High School.
Does 228 1/2 12th St SE have in-unit laundry?
Yes, 228 1/2 12th St SE has in-unit laundry for some or all of the units.
What neighborhood is 228 1/2 12th St SE in?
228 1/2 12th St SE is in the Capitol Hill neighborhood in Washington, DC.








