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Vela
Washington, DC 20003

- 1–3 Bedrooms
- 508–1,659Square Feet
About Vela
The Yards most anticipated contemporary residential building has arrived at the waterfront. All great things begin in light. Vela's Scandinavian design and elevated amenities bring calm, balance, and well-being into the place you can call home. Embracing lightness, beauty, and simplicity, this little peace of home embodies the vital qualities of warmth and comfort with wide views of possibility that reach in every direction. Now leasing one- and two- bedroom apartments, penthouses, and townhomes.
Vela is located in the Navy Yard Neighborhood and 20003 Zip code of Washington, DC.
Unique Features and Amenities
- *select apartments
- Balconies
- Bike Storage
- Coworking Spaces
- Destination Dispatch
- Floor-to-ceiling windows*
- Front-loading washer and dryer*
- Guest Parking
- Hardwood Flooring*
- High-speed WiFi throughout amenity areas
- KITCHEN ISLANDS*
- Latch keyless apartment and building entry system
- LEED Certified
- Outdoor courtyard within the lobby
- Pedestrian friendly, curb-less entry points
- Pet Friendly
- Pet Spa for your Furry Friends
- PV/ solar
- Resident storage
- Spacious Walk-in Closets
- Water Views*
Property Contact Info
Floorplan Pricing and Availability
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1 Bedroom
Show Unavailable FloorplansFloorplan 1H
From $2,370
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 626 sq ftAvailable NowCheapest 1 BedroomThis is the cheapest 1 Bedroom at this PropertyModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $2,415 Available Now V-0209 626 $2,415 Available Now V-0211 626 $2,425 Available Now V-0309 626 Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,370 - $3,501
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- $2,370 - $3,501
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- $2,370 - $3,501
Apartment Model: 1H1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 626 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
1H - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: V-0209Apartment Model: 1H1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 626 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: V-0211Apartment Model: 1H1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 626 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: V-0309Apartment Model: 1H1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 626 sq ftAvailable NowFloorplan 1G
From $2,575
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 619 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $2,585 Available Now V-0517 619 $2,605 Available Now V-0717 619 $2,575 Available Now V-0417 619 Model Rent and Fees
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- $2,575 - $3,311
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- $2,575 - $3,311
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- $2,575 - $3,311
Apartment Model: 1G1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 619 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
1G - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: V-0517Apartment Model: 1G1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 619 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: V-0717Apartment Model: 1G1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 619 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: V-0417Apartment Model: 1G1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 619 sq ftAvailable NowFloorplan 1T
From $2,735
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 762 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $2,735 Available Now V-0240 762 $2,745 Available Now V-0440 762 $2,900 Available Now V-0521 762 Model Rent and Fees
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- $2,735 - $3,686
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- $2,735 - $3,686
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- $2,735 - $3,686
Apartment Model: 1T1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 762 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
1T - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: V-0240Apartment Model: 1T1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 762 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: V-0440Apartment Model: 1T1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 762 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: V-0521Apartment Model: 1T1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 762 sq ftAvailable NowFloorplan 1M
From $2,755
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 702 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $2,755 Available Now V-0934 702 Model Rent and Fees
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- $2,755 - $3,498
Apartment Model: 1M1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 702 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
1M - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: V-0934Apartment Model: 1M1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 702 sq ftAvailable NowFloorplan 1P
From $2,835
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 743 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $2,835 Available Now V-0204 743 Model Rent and Fees
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- $2,835 - $3,602
Apartment Model: 1P1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 743 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
1P - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: V-0204Apartment Model: 1P1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 743 sq ftAvailable NowFloorplan 1R
From $2,865
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 755 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $2,905 Available Now V-0735 755 $2,885 Available Now V-0537 755 $2,960 Available Now V-0935 755 Model Rent and Fees
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- $2,865 - $3,767
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- $2,865 - $3,767
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- $2,865 - $3,767
Apartment Model: 1R1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 755 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
1R - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: V-0735Apartment Model: 1R1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 755 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: V-0537Apartment Model: 1R1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 755 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: V-0935Apartment Model: 1R1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 755 sq ftAvailable NowFloorplan 1S
From $2,880
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 757 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $2,890 Available Now V-0839 757 $2,880 Available Now V-0739 757 Model Rent and Fees
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- $2,880 - $3,670
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- $2,880 - $3,670
Apartment Model: 1S1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 757 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
1S - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: V-0839Apartment Model: 1S1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 757 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: V-0739Apartment Model: 1S1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 757 sq ftAvailable NowJr 1E
From $2,420
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 571 sq ftAvailable February 7, 2026Model Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $2,420 February 7, 2026 V-0827 571 Model Rent and Fees
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- $2,420 - $3,398
Apartment Model: Jr 1E1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 571 sq ftAvailable February 7, 2026![]()
Jr 1E - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: V-0827Apartment Model: Jr 1E1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 571 sq ftAvailable February 7, 2026Jr 1A-C (Affordable Housing)
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 508 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable Jr 1A-C (Affordable Housing) 508 sq ft Jr 1B-C (Affordable Housing)
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 530 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable Jr 1B-C (Affordable Housing) 530 sq ft Jr 1B
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 530 sq ftAvailability Details
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1 Bed, 1 Bath, 535 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable Jr 1C-C (Affordable Housing) 535 sq ft Jr 1D-C (Affordable Housing)
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 554 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable Jr 1D-C (Affordable Housing) 554 sq ft Jr 1F
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 585 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable Jr 1F 585 sq ft Jr 1F
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 585 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable Jr 1F 585 sq ft 1J-C (Affordable Housing)
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 635 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 1J-C (Affordable Housing) 635 sq ft Jr 1K-C (Affordable Housing)
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 656 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable Jr 1K-C (Affordable Housing) 656 sq ft Jr 1L
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 665 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable Jr 1L 665 sq ft Floorplan 1U
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 771 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 1U 771 sq ft Floorplan 1V
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 795 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 1V 795 sq ft 1W Den
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 834 sq ftAvailability Details
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1 Bed, 1 Bath, 854 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 1X Den 854 sq ft 1AA w/ Terrace
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 1069 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 1AA w/ Terrace 1069 sq ft PH 1X-R
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 1069 sq ftAvailability Details
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1 Bed, 1 Bath, 1154 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 1AB Den w/ Terrace 1154 sq ft 1AC Den w/ Terrace
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 1169 sq ftLargest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this PropertyAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 1AC Den w/ Terrace 1169 sq ft Floorplan 1Y
1 Bed, 1.5 Baths, 930 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 1Y 930 sq ft TH 1V-R
1 Bed, 1.5 Baths, 930 sq ftAvailability Details
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1 Bed, 1.5 Baths, 962 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable TH 1W-R 962 sq ft Floorplan 1Z
1 Bed, 1.5 Baths, 962 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 1Z 962 sq ft 2 Bedrooms
Show Unavailable FloorplansFloorplan 2L
From $4,535
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1182 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $4,535 Available Now V-0628 1182 $4,545 Available Soon V-0728 1182 $4,555 February 7, 2026 V-0828 1182 Model Rent and Fees
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- $4,535 - $6,381
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- $4,535 - $6,381
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- $4,535 - $6,381
Apartment Model: 2L2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1182 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
2L - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: V-0628Apartment Model: 2L2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1182 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: V-0728Apartment Model: 2L2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1182 sq ftAvailable SoonApartment Unit: V-0828Apartment Model: 2L2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1182 sq ftAvailable February 7, 20262R w/ Balcony
From $4,565
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1310 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $4,565 Available Now V-0212 1310 Model Rent and Fees
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- $4,565 - $6,409
Apartment Model: 2R w/ Balcony2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1310 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
2R w/ Balcony - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: V-0212Apartment Model: 2R w/ Balcony2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1310 sq ftAvailable NowFloorplan 2S
From $4,995
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1324 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $4,995 Available Now V-0219 1324 Model Rent and Fees
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- $4,995 - $7,015
Apartment Model: 2S2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1324 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
2S - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: V-0219Apartment Model: 2S2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1324 sq ftAvailable NowFloorplan 2E
From $3,980
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1100 sq ftAvailable January 14, 2026Cheapest 2 BedroomThis is the cheapest 2 Bedroom at this PropertyModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $4,075 January 14, 2026 V-0929 1100 $3,980 February 8, 2026 V-0729 1100 Model Rent and Fees
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- $3,980 - $5,343
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- $3,980 - $5,343
Apartment Model: 2E2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1100 sq ftAvailable January 14, 2026![]()
2E - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: V-0929Apartment Model: 2E2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1100 sq ftAvailable January 14, 2026Apartment Unit: V-0729Apartment Model: 2E2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1100 sq ftAvailable February 8, 20262A-B
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1008 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 2A-B 1008 sq ft 2B w/ Balcony
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1068 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 2B w/ Balcony 1068 sq ft Floorplan 2C
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1073 sq ftAvailability Details
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2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1087-1090 sq ftAvailability Details
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2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1103 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 2F-B 1103 sq ft Floorplan 2E
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1139 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 2E 1139 sq ft 2H w/ Balcony
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1139 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 2H w/ Balcony 1139 sq ft 2H w/ Balcony
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1139 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 2H w/ Balcony 1139 sq ft Floorplan 2K
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1146 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 2K 1146 sq ft Floorplan 2H
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1184 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 2H 1184 sq ft Floorplan 2N
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1215 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 2N 1215 sq ft Floorplan 2P
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1298 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 2P 1298 sq ft PH 2L-L
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1306 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable PH 2L-L 1306 sq ft PH 2L-R
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1306 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable PH 2L-R 1306 sq ft 2T w/ Balcony
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1324 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 2T w/ Balcony 1324 sq ft Floorplan 2U
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1326 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 2U 1326 sq ft PH 2Q
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1424 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable PH 2Q 1424 sq ft 2Y w/ Terrace
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1491 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 2Y w/ Terrace 1491 sq ft PH 2T
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1563 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable PH 2T 1563 sq ft Floorplan 2AA
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1659 sq ftLargest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this PropertyAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 2AA 1659 sq ft PH 2P
2 Beds, 2.5 Baths, 1424 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable PH 2P 1424 sq ft Floorplan 2X
2 Beds, 2.5 Baths, 1425 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 2X 1425 sq ft 3 Bedrooms
3A-C
3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1189 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 3A-C 1189 sq ft
Property Information
- 379 Units
- 11 Stories
- Built in 2023
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Fees and Policies
Pet Policy and Fees
Dogs
- Fees Not Specified
| Restrictions: None
Cats
- Fees Not Specified
| Restrictions: None
Parking Info and Fees
- Garage Parking
- Other
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
Living Area Features
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- Colleges
- Grocery
- Medical
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Hours and Contact Info
| 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 | 12:00 pm–5:00 pm |
Getting Around
Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
97 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
69 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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Nearby Schools
Van Ness Elementary School
Eastern High School
Jefferson Middle School Academy
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Points of Interest
Time and distance from Vela.
Arts Museums and Landmarks
Big Box and Retail
Safeway
Autozone
Aldi
Colleges and Universities
Georgetown Law - Georgetown University Law Center
Georgetown - Georgetown University Law Center
Georgetown Law - Georgetown School of Continuing Studies
Groceries
Safeway
Lidl
Aldi
Hospitals
Military Bases
Washington Navy Yard
Marine Corps Barracks
Fort McNair
Parks and Recreation
Vela has 5 parks within 4.0 miles, including East Potomac Golf Course, East Potomac Park, National Mall, U.S. National Arboretum, and Chesapeake and Ohio Canal.
Restaurants and Dining
Shopping Centers
Vela has 5 shopping centers within 2.0 miles.
Transit Stations
Nearby Neighborhoods
Rental Price Ranges in the Area
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Studio Apartments | $1,924 | $744 | $6,285 |
| Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,368 | $506 | $9,999 |
| Washington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,089 | $927 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,610 | $712 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,159 | $867 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,136 | $1,090 | $10,000+ |
| Washington 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,458 | $1,095 | $10,000+ |
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