1238 U St SE

Washington, DC 20020

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1238 U St SE

Washington, DC 20020
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    • 2 Bedrooms

      8101 - 1238 U St SE

      $2,275

      2 Beds, 1 Bath
      Available Apr 17

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnit
      $2,275April 17, 20268101 - 1238 U St SE

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      About This Listing

      Welcome to 1238 U Street SE—“Blue Bird,” a rare 2-bedroom, 1-bath retreat in the heart of historic Anacostia offering an exceptional blend of indoor comfort and expansive outdoor living. This newly renovated home features a beautifully updated kitchen with modern appliances, complemented by restored original flooring that preserves its character and charm. Step outside to an oversized backyard—an uncommon find in Washington, DC—complete with a greenhouse, shed/workshop, and fire pit. Whether you’re a gardener, creative, cyclist, or simply love to entertain, this outdoor space delivers unmatched flexibility and function. It’s truly a plant lover’s dream and a private oasis in the city. Inside, the home is equipped with smart technology for convenience and security, including hardwired Ring cameras (front and rear), Nest heating and cooling, and smart keypad locks. Located in the vibrant Anacostia neighborhood, you’re just a short 10-minute walk to the Green Line Metro, 5 minutes to the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail (perfect for biking and jogging), and approximately 20 minutes to Navy Yard, Washington Nationals Stadium, and D.C. United’s Audi Field. Enjoy neighborhood favorites like Busboys and Poets just steps away, plus nearby coffee shops, art galleries, and local dining. Pet-friendly and thoughtfully designed, this one-of-a-kind property offers the space, character, and location that make city living feel like a retreat.

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      Model Price

      • $2,275
      Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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      Summer Garnes

      1624 - 1238 U St SE

      $2,275

      2 Beds, 1 Bath, 1065 sq ft
      Available Jun 10

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
      $2,275June 10, 20261624 - 1238 U St SE1065 sq ft$2,275

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price

      • $2,275

      Deposit

      • $2,275 deposit
      Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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    1238 U St SE, Washington, DC 20020

    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from 1238 U St SE.

    Arts Museums and Landmarks

    Smithsonian American Art Museum

    8th and F Streets, NW
    5 minute drive / 2.59 miles away

    International Spy Museum

    800 F St. NW
    5 minute drive / 2.59 miles away

    The White House

    1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
    6 minute drive / 3.16 miles away

    Big Box and Retail

    Safeway

    415 14th St SE
    2 minute drive / 0.95 miles away

    Autozone

    2626 Naylor Rd SE
    3 minute drive / 1.23 miles away

    Aldi

    901 17th St NE
    4 minute drive / 2.27 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    Georgetown Law - Georgetown University Law Center

    600 New Jersey Avenue NW
    4 minute drive / 2.28 miles away

    Georgetown - Georgetown University Law Center

    600 New Jersey Avenue NW
    4 minute drive / 2.28 miles away

    Gallaudet University

    800 Florida Ave, NE
    5 minute drive / 2.65 miles away

    Groceries

    Safeway

    415 14th St SE
    2 minute drive / 0.95 miles away

    Lidl

    2224 Town Center Dr SE
    4 minute drive / 1.34 miles away

    Aldi

    901 17th St NE
    4 minute drive / 2.27 miles away

    Hospitals

    St. Elizabeth's Hospital

    1100 Alabama Avenue, Se
    5 minute drive / 1.79 miles away

    United Medical Center

    1310 Southern Avenue Se
    5 minute drive / 2.49 miles away

    Howard University Hospital

    2041 Georgia Ave Nw
    7 minute drive / 3.67 miles away

    Military Bases

    Washington Navy Yard

    1 minute drive / 0.37 miles away

    Marine Corps Barracks

    2 minute drive / 0.75 miles away

    Anacostia Naval Station

    4 minute drive / 1.4 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    East Potomac Golf Course

    972 Ohio Drive
    5 minute drive / 2.61 miles away

    East Potomac Park

    1090 Ohio Dr., SW
    5 minute drive / 2.61 miles away

    National Mall

    900 Ohio Drive, SW
    5 minute drive / 2.76 miles away

    1238 U St SE has 5 parks within 4.5 miles, including East Potomac Golf Course, East Potomac Park, National Mall, U.S. National Arboretum, and Chesapeake and Ohio Canal.

    Restaurants and Dining

    Good Stuff Eatery

    303 Pennsylvania Ave. SE
    3 minute drive / 1.32 miles away

    The Capital Grille

    601 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
    4 minute drive / 2.27 miles away

    Oceanaire Seafood Room

    1201 F Street NW
    5 minute drive / 2.8 miles away

    Shopping Centers

    Skyland Town Center

    Alabama Ave SE
    4 minute drive / 1.34 miles away

    Good Hope Marketplace

    2845 Alabama Ave SE
    4 minute drive / 1.48 miles away

    Alabama Plaza

    2201 Alabama Ave SE
    4 minute drive / 1.6 miles away

    1238 U St SE has 5 shopping centers within 1.8 miles.

    Transit Stations

    Anacostia-Green Line

    1101 Howard Road SE
    1 minute drive / 0.57 miles away

    Potomac Avenue-Orange Line

    700 14th St SE
    2 minute drive / 0.82 miles away

    Potomac Avenue-Blue Line

    700 14th St SE
    2 minute drive / 0.82 miles away

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