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2420 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
(240) 684-8189
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The Diplomat

2420 16th St NW
Washington, DC 20009
(240) 684-8189
The Diplomat in Washington, DC - Building Photo
  • Studio–1 Bedrooms
  • $1,736-$2,208Pricing
  • 409–900Square Feet

Rent Specials

One Month Free on Select Units!* *Must apply within 72 hours of first tour and move in within 30 days. Restrictions apply, see leasing office for details.

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About The Diplomat

Welcome to The Diplomat apartments in the heart of Adams Morgan! As part of Bernstein Management Corporation, you can count on a few things - an enjoyable D.C. neighborhood, great apartments, and a friendly, helpful team focused on making your life easier. We want to ensure your experience at The Diplomat is hassle-free, so all you have to worry about is where to put your couch.Be sure to ask about our program for Active Duty U.S. Military members, daycare workers, K-12 teachers, Police Officers and Firefighters.Bernstein Management Corporation 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 as applicable by the District, state, or federal government. Please contact us to learn more.

The Diplomat is located in the Adams Morgan Neighborhood and 20009 Zip code of Washington, DC.

Unique Features and Amenities

  • 5th Floor
  • 6th Floor
  • 7th Floor
  • 8th Floor
  • bike storage
  • Ceiling Fans*
  • Dry cleaning lockers
  • Energy Star Certified
  • Gas cooking range
  • Hardwood Flooring*
  • Historic Building
  • Meridian Hill Park and city views*
  • meridian hill park view
  • On-Site Parking
  • Pet-friendly
  • Rates quoted include all utilities
  • Renovated Apartments*
  • Rent Controlled
  • Rooftop deck with grills
  • Sunrooms*
  • Upgraded Cabinets
  • Walk-in closets*

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Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Diplomat offers Studio to 1 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,736 and having 409–900 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    Studio

    From $1,736

    Studio, 1 Bath, 409-475 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtPhotosView Details
    $1,756Available Now803417
    $1,736Available Now205459
    $1,736Available Now412409

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,736 - $1,883

    Current Available Pricing

    • $1,736 - $1,756

    Unit 803 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets

    Unit 803 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,756

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,736 - $1,883

    Unit 205 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets

    Unit 205 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,736

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,736 - $1,883

    Unit 412 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets

    Unit 412 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,736

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,736 - $1,883

    Studio with Den

    $2,208

    Studio, 1 Bath, 552 sq ft
    Available Oct 17

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtPhotos
    $2,208 October 17, 2025501552

    Unit 501 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets

    Unit 501 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,208

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,208
  • 1 Bedroom

    One Bedroom

    $2,181

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 565 sq ft
    Available Oct 12

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtPhotos
    $2,181 October 12, 2025414565

    Unit 414 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets

    Unit 414 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,181

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,181

    One Bedroom Two Bath with Den

    1 Bed, 2 Baths, 900 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityOne Bedroom Two Bath with Den900 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Disposal
    • Freezer
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances
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Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Other Fees

Personal Add-Ons

Application Fee Per Applicant$50

Pet Policy and Fees

Dogs

  • $55 Monthly Pet Rent
  • $500 Fee

| Restrictions: Breed Restrictions Apply

Cats

  • $55 Monthly Pet Rent
  • $500 Fee

| Restrictions: None

Parking Info and Fees

Surface LotiParking Available
  • $180/Mo
Other

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Dry Cleaning Service
  • Maintenance On Site
  • Package Service
  • Planned Social Activities
  • Property Manager On Site
  • Online Services
  • Recycling
  • Renters Insurance Program
  • Public Transportation
  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Breakfast/Coffee Concierge
  • Elevator

Outdoor Features

  • Grill
  • Sundeck
  • Controlled Access
  • Deck

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center
  • Bicycle Storage

Interior Features

  • Ceiling Fans
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Tub/Shower
  • Heating
  • Cable Ready
  • Air Conditioning

Kitchen Amenities

  • Breakfast Nook
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen

Living Area Features

  • Walk In Closets
  • Sunroom
  • Views
  • Hardwood Floors

Student Features

  • Private Bathroom
Google Map

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2420 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20009

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–5:00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Getting Around

Walk Score®

89 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

81 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

80 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about The Diplomat

Where is The Diplomat located?

The Diplomat is located at 2420 16th St NW near the Adams Morgan area of Washington, DC

What is the current rent range at The Diplomat?

Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments at The Diplomat currently range from $1,736 to $2,208

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for The Diplomat are
  • Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Are there any rent specials?

The current rent special at The Diplomat is: One Month Free on Select Units!* *Must apply within 72 hours of first tour and move in within 30 days. Restrictions apply, see leasing office for details..

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Good Value3.6

    The The Diplomat Apartments are 12.35% cheaper than the average apartment in the Adams Morgan area, and 10.6% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Adams Morgan Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,736$1,882-$146-7.8%
    1 Bedroom$2,181$2,624-$443-16.9%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Washington

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,736$1,971-$235-11.9%
    1 Bedroom$2,181$2,404-$223-9.3%

    Methodology: On 10/05/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 567 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Diplomat (Adams Morgan), and 7382 other apartment communities in Washington using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 10/05/2025

  • Transit Friendly 3.2

    Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

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Nearby Schools

Columbia Heights Education Campus

District Of Columbia Public Schools
3101 16th Street Northwest
Public School - Grades 6-12 (1567 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
5/10

Cardozo Education Campus

District Of Columbia Public Schools
1200 Clifton Street Northwest
Public School - Grades 6-12 (639 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
2/10

Marie Reed Elementary School

District Of Columbia Public Schools
2201 18th Street Northwest
Public School - Grades PK-5 (462 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away
8/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Diplomat.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

10th St. & Constitution Ave. NW
2 minute drive / 0.75 miles away

Smithsonian National Zoological Park

3001 Connecticut Avenue NW
3 minute drive / 1.05 miles away

The White House

1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
4 minute drive / 1.5 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

3524-3526 Connecticut Ave NW
4 minute drive / 1.54 miles away

Macy's

1201 G St NW
4 minute drive / 1.59 miles away

Cvs/Pharmacy

128 Kennedy St NW
6 minute drive / 2.9 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) - SAIS

1740 Massachusetts Avenue NW
2 minute drive / 0.83 miles away

Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) - Carey Business School

1625 Massachusetts Avenue NW
2 minute drive / 0.83 miles away

Howard University

2400 Sixth Street Northwest
2 minute drive / 0.98 miles away

Groceries

Whole Foods

1440 P St NW
2 minute drive / 0.82 miles away

Giant Food

3460 14th St NW
2 minute drive / 0.96 miles away

Safeway

4865 MacArthur Blvd NW
6 minute drive / 3.01 miles away

Hospitals

Howard University Hospital

2041 Georgia Ave Nw
2 minute drive / 0.99 miles away

George Washington University Hospital

900 23rd St Nw
4 minute drive / 1.41 miles away

Children's Hospital National Medical Center

111 Michigan Ave, Nw
4 minute drive / 1.47 miles away

Military Bases

Naval Observatory

4 minute drive / 1.45 miles away

US Soldiers & Airmens Home

4 minute drive / 2.02 miles away

Naval Security Group Center

5 minute drive / 2.61 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Chesapeake and Ohio Canal

1057 Thomas Jefferson St., NW
4 minute drive / 1.53 miles away

National Mall

900 Ohio Drive, SW
5 minute drive / 2.78 miles away

East Potomac Golf Course

972 Ohio Drive
6 minute drive / 2.91 miles away

The Diplomat has 5 parks within 4.3 miles, including Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, National Mall, East Potomac Golf Course, East Potomac Park, and U.S. National Arboretum.

Restaurants and Dining

Amsterdam Falafelshop

2425 18th St. NW
1 minute drive / 0.14 miles away

Tabard Inn

1739 N St. NW
2 minute drive / 0.87 miles away

The Bombay Club

815 Connecticut Ave.
4 minute drive / 1.35 miles away

Shopping Centers

AdMo Heights

1767 Columbia Rd NW
1 minute drive / 0.27 miles away

DC USA

3200 14th St NW
2 minute drive / 0.73 miles away

Sam's Park & Shop

3501-3529 Connecticut Ave NW
4 minute drive / 1.49 miles away

The Diplomat has 5 shopping centers within 1.8 miles.

Transit Stations

U Street-Green Line

1240 U St NW
2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away

U Street-Yellow Line

1240 U St NW
2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away

Columbia Heights-Yellow Line

3030 14th St NW
2 minute drive / 0.72 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Washington Studio Apartments $1,971$719$7,997
Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,404$506$9,999
Washington 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,131$306$10,000+
Washington 3 Bedroom Apartments $3,678$712$10,000+
Washington 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,923$1,030$9,000
Washington 5 Bedroom Apartments $2,996$1,225$10,000+
Washington 6 Bedroom Apartments $2,583$1,290$10,000+

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