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(202) 929-1195
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2523 13th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
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The Libretto

2523 13th St NW
Washington, DC 20009
(202) 929-1195
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  • Studio–2 Bedrooms
  • $1,585 Pricing
  • 360–733 Square Feet

Rent Specials

Up to 1 month FREE! The Libretto offers beautiful apartments and is situated in one of the most coveted new neighborhoods in the District. The Libretto is located along the attractive and quiet 13th Street. With blossoming foliage and elegant Victorian and Wardman styled townhouses, this low-traffic street distinguishes itself from the rest of the city and provides a peaceful respite from the urban bustle.

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About The Libretto

Perched high with a view of the District, about a half mile walk from the Columbia Heights and U-Street Metro Stations, The Libretto is situated in one of the most coveted new neighborhoods in the District. The Libretto is located along the attractive and quiet 13th Street. With blossoming foliage and elegant Victorian and Wardman styled townhouses, this low-traffic street distinguishes itself from the rest of the city and provides a peaceful respite from the urban bustle.Experience the culture and invigorating new establishments that make Columbia Heights and U-Street the new “IT” neighborhoods in DC. The U Street/Cardozo Metro Station has catalyzed a resurgence of fashionable clubs, restaurants, and boutiques as well as the renovation of historic landmarks such as the Lincoln Theater. The legendary Ben's Chili Bowl, Bar Nun, The Gibson, and Bohemian Caverns help define the U Street Corridor and give it its pulsating personality.The Libretto features distinguished city living at the center of it all!

The Libretto is located in the Columbia Heights DC Neighborhood and 20009 Zip code of Washington, DC. This community is professionally managed by Aria Residential LLC

Property Contact Info

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(202) 929-1195

Office Hours

Monday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Saturday10:00 am–5:00 pm
Sunday1:00 pm–5:00 pm

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Libretto offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,585 and having 360–733 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    Studio

    $1,585

    Studio, 1 Bath, 360 sq ft
    Available Sep 10

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,585 September 10, 20262523-B1360

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave

    Unit 2523-B1 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,585

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,585

  • 1 Bedroom

    1 Bedroom

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 543 sq ft
     

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability1 Bedroom543 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

  • 2 Bedrooms

    2 Bedroom

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 733 sq ft
     

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability2 Bedroom733 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
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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Property Information

  • 26 Units
  • 3 Stories
  • Built in 1958
  • Renovated In 2009

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$50.00
Due at Move-In
Administrative FeeiCharged per unit.$600.00

Other Fees and Policies

Pet Fees

Cat
Cat FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$500.00
Cat RentiCharged Per Pet.$60.00/mo
30 lbs. Weight Limit
Restrictions:

None

Comments:

Max of 2. | Restrictions: None.

Dog
Dog FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$500.00
Dog RentiCharged Per Pet.$60.00/mo
30 lbs. Weight Limit
Restrictions:

Restricted Breed List

Comments:

Max of 2. | Restrictions: Restricted Breed List.

Parking Fees

Street
Parking FeeiCharged Per Vehicle.$0.00/mo

Storage Fees

Storage Unit
Storage RentiCharged per rentable item.$0.00/mo

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • Air Conditioner
  • Pet Friendly
  • Washer/Dryer Facilities

On-Site Services

  • Maintenance On Site
  • Package Service
  • Recycling
  • Public Transportation
  • Laundry Facilities

Outdoor Features

  • Gated

Interior Features

  • Cable Ready
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning

Kitchen Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave

Living Area Features

  • Hardwood Floors
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2523 13th St NW, Washington, DC 20009

Getting Around

  • 100 / 100 Exceptionally walkable

    All day-to-day needs are within a few minutes' walk

  • 90 / 100 Exceptional public transit

    Near a wide variety of rapid transit and/or frequent bus lines

  • 90 / 100 Exceptionally bikeable

    Exceptionally suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 40 / 100 Fairly car friendly

    Arteries nearby, but traffic congestion and parking problems are possible

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Getting to Know the Area

  • 100 / 100 Restaurants

    Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes

  • 100 / 100 Cafes

    Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes

  • 100 / 100 Nightlife

    Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes

  • 90 / 100 Shopping

    Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes

  • 100 / 100 Parks

    Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes

  • 70 / 100 Noise Level

    Few sources of noise nearby

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Libretto

Where is The Libretto located?

The Libretto is located at 2523 13th St NW near the Columbia Heights DC area of Washington, DC

What is the current rent range at The Libretto?

Studio at The Libretto currently start from $1,585. Call today for more info!

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for The Libretto are
  • Monday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Sunday 1:00 pm–5:00 pm

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 Libretto is: Up to 1 month FREE! The Libretto offers beautiful apartments and is situated in one of the most coveted new neighborhoods in the District. The Libretto is located along the attractive and quiet 13th Street. With blossoming foliage and elegant Victorian and Wardman styled townhouses, this low-traffic street distinguishes itself from the rest of the city and provides a peaceful respite from the urban bustle..

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Good Value3.6

    The The Libretto Apartments are 14.8% cheaper than the average apartment in the Columbia Heights DC area, and 19.8% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Columbia Heights DC Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,585$1,861-$276-14.8%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Washington

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,585$1,977-$392-19.8%

    Methodology: On 08/12/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 167 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Libretto (Columbia Heights DC), and 3340 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 08/12/2026

  • Transit Friendly 3.2

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

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

3.0
1 Renters Reviews

The Libretto, Large and Convienent

August 6, 2015 - Review from Apartments.com
This 1 bedroom apartment is large with a traditional layout; it has doors where they should be! There are distinct spaces for the bathroom, linen closet, coat closet, kitchen, dining room, living room and bedroom. The kitchen has a breakfast bar and stainless steel appliances, including a microwave and a dishwasher. There's a wall of windows in the dining area that provide good light and breezes throughout the space. The bedroom is this big: it has simultaneously held (with space to walk) a queen ...
size bed, love seat, queen size air mattress, dresser two night stands and a file cabinet! It's less than a 10 min walk to either U Street or Columbia Heights metros and the 14th Street corridor, the new bloodline of DC. This puts the apartment very close to the action but just enough away from it on a nice street so this renter can't hear it or see it stumbling past. The lack of bells and whistles keep this apartment firmly average. There is no central air (two loud -ish window units) no in apt laundry (it's in the basement and kind of expensive $1.75 per load), no hardwood floors, no rooftop access and no doorman. However, under this shabby exterior is a rent controlled building (under $1740) with great water pressure (seriously!) and views of the U.S. Capitol and The Washington Monument right out your front door.
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Nearby Schools

Cardozo Education Campus

District Of Columbia Public Schools
1200 Clifton Street Northwest
Public School - Grades 6-12 (706 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.1 miles away
3/10

Garrison Elementary School

District Of Columbia Public Schools
1200 S Street Northwest
Public School - Grades PK-5 (395 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
9/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Libretto.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

10th St. & Constitution Ave. NW
1 minute drive / 0.22 miles away

Smithsonian National Zoological Park

3001 Connecticut Avenue NW
4 minute drive / 1.5 miles away

The White House

1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
4 minute drive / 1.51 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Macy's

1201 G St NW
4 minute drive / 1.48 miles away

Cvs/Pharmacy

128 Kennedy St NW
5 minute drive / 2.67 miles away

Walmart

5929-5935 Georgia Ave NW
6 minute drive / 2.91 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Howard University

2400 Sixth Street Northwest
1 minute drive / 0.46 miles away

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

1625 Massachusetts Avenue NW
2 minute drive / 0.93 miles away

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

1740 Massachusetts Avenue NW
3 minute drive / 1.0 miles away

Groceries

Whole Foods

1440 P St NW
2 minute drive / 0.76 miles away

Giant Food

1414 8th St NW
2 minute drive / 0.85 miles away

Aldi

901 17th St NE
6 minute drive / 3.07 miles away

Hospitals

Howard University Hospital

2041 Georgia Ave Nw
1 minute drive / 0.48 miles away

Children's Hospital National Medical Center

111 Michigan Ave, Nw
2 minute drive / 0.97 miles away

Medstar Washington Hospital Center

110 Irving Street Nw
3 minute drive / 1.14 miles away

Military Bases

US Soldiers & Airmens Home

4 minute drive / 1.61 miles away

Naval Observatory

5 minute drive / 1.99 miles away

Naval Security Group Center

6 minute drive / 3.1 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Chesapeake and Ohio Canal

1057 Thomas Jefferson St., NW
5 minute drive / 1.95 miles away

National Mall

900 Ohio Drive, SW
6 minute drive / 2.83 miles away

East Potomac Golf Course

972 Ohio Drive
6 minute drive / 2.93 miles away

The Libretto has 5 parks within 3.8 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 / 0.65 miles away

Tabard Inn

1739 N St. NW
3 minute drive / 1.02 miles away

The Bombay Club

815 Connecticut Ave.
4 minute drive / 1.41 miles away

Shopping Centers

DC USA

3200 14th St NW
1 minute drive / 0.66 miles away

AdMo Heights

1767 Columbia Rd NW
2 minute drive / 0.68 miles away

The Shops at Eckington

1900-1918 4th St NE
4 minute drive / 1.59 miles away

The Libretto has 5 shopping centers within 1.9 miles.

Transit Stations

U Street-Green Line

1240 U St NW
1 minute drive / 0.25 miles away

U Street-Yellow Line

1240 U St NW
1 minute drive / 0.25 miles away

Columbia Heights-Yellow Line

3030 14th St NW
1 minute drive / 0.62 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Washington Studio Apartments $1,977$603$7,197
Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,419$813$9,999
Washington 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,105$865$10,000+
Washington 3 Bedroom Apartments $3,481$900$10,000+
Washington 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,696$869$10,000+
Washington 5 Bedroom Apartments $2,635$1,220$10,000+
Washington 6 Bedroom Apartments $5,197$1,220$10,000+

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