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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
  • $1,772 - $2,268Pricing
  • 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
  • All Utilities Included
  • 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
  • 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 $1,772 and having 409–900 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    Studio

    From $1,772

    Studio, 1 Bath, 409-465 sq ft
    Available Aug 28

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtPhotosView Details
    $1,792 August 28, 2025803417
    $1,792 September 6, 2025810435
    $1,772 September 29, 2025412409

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $1,772 - $1,792

    Pricing

    • $1,772 - $1,792

    Unit 803 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets

    Unit 803 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,792

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,772 - $1,792

    Unit 810 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets

    Unit 810 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,792

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,772 - $1,792

    Unit 412 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets

    Unit 412 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,772

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,772 - $1,792

    Studio with Den

    $2,268

    Studio, 1 Bath, 552 sq ft
    Available Oct 7

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtPhotos
    $2,268 October 7, 2025801552

    Unit 801 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets

    Unit 801 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,268

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,268
  • 1 Bedroom

    One Bedroom

    $2,226

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

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtPhotos
    $2,226 October 12, 2025414565

    Unit 414 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets

    Unit 414 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,226

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,226

    One Bedroom Two Bath with Den

    1 Bed, 2 Baths, 900 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableOne 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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Call us at: (240) 684-8189 to schedule a tour.

Property Information

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo

Utilities Included

  • Trash Removal
  • Electricity
  • Water
  • Gas
  • Heat

Fees and Policies

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

Required Fees

One-Time Move-In Fees

Application Fee Per Applicant$50

Parking Info and Fees

Surface LotiParking Available
  • $180/Mo
  • Other

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    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
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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 $1,772 to $2,268

    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 14.4% cheaper than the average apartment in the Adams Morgan area, and 16.25% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the Adams Morgan Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      Studio$1,772$1,910-$138-7.2%
      1 Bedroom$2,226$2,838-$612-21.6%

      Rent Comparison to the city of Washington

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      Studio$1,772$2,167-$395-18.2%
      1 Bedroom$2,226$2,598-$372-14.3%

      Methodology: On 08/19/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 315 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Diplomat (Adams Morgan), and 4901 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 08/19/2025

    • 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
    School data provided by GreatSchools.
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from The Diplomat.

    Arts Museums and Landmarks

    10th St. & Constitution Ave. NW
    2 minute drive / 0.75 miles away
    3001 Connecticut Avenue NW
    3 minute drive / 1.05 miles away
    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

    1740 Massachusetts Avenue NW
    2 minute drive / 0.83 miles away
    1625 Massachusetts Avenue NW
    2 minute drive / 0.83 miles away
    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

    4 minute drive / 1.45 miles away
    4 minute drive / 2.02 miles away
    5 minute drive / 2.61 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    1057 Thomas Jefferson St., NW
    4 minute drive / 1.53 miles away
    900 Ohio Drive, SW
    5 minute drive / 2.78 miles away
    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

    2425 18th St. NW
    1 minute drive / 0.14 miles away
    1739 N St. NW
    2 minute drive / 0.87 miles away
    815 Connecticut Ave.
    4 minute drive / 1.35 miles away

    Shopping Centers

    1767 Columbia Rd NW
    1 minute drive / 0.27 miles away
    3200 14th St NW
    2 minute drive / 0.73 miles away
    3501-3529 Connecticut Ave NW
    4 minute drive / 1.49 miles away

    The Diplomat has 5 shopping centers within 1.8 miles.

    Transit Stations

    1240 U St NW
    2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away
    1240 U St NW
    2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away
    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 $2,167$744$10,000+
    Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,598$506$10,000+
    Washington 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,434$611$10,000+
    Washington 3 Bedroom Apartments $4,096$712$10,000+
    Washington 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,478$1,100$9,217
    Washington 5 Bedroom Apartments $2,730$1,225$10,000+
    Washington 6 Bedroom Apartments $2,816$1,290$10,000+

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