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Highlights

  • Modern kitchen
  • Large closets
  • Onsite laundry
  • Modern amenities
  • All utilities included
  • Large windows

Location

121 12th St Se, Washington, DC 20003, USA|Capitol Hill
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Lincoln Towers

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(844) 278-1817 ext. 4288

Property Overview

Lincoln Towers offers exceptional value with a top-tier overall rating, especially for price, amenities, location, and quality, making it a strong choice for renters seeking comfort and convenience. Modern kitchens, large closets, onsite laundry, all utilities included, and large windows support an elevated living experience, while the detailed, transparent listing with multiple photos helps renters clearly understand what to expect.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, lincoln towers is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, lincoln towers has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Elevator
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

lincoln towers - 109Studio1 bath425 sqft$1,585 /moAvailable as early as July 15th or as late as August 1st (flexible start date). Small studio in one of our finest historic apartment buildings. A perfect mix of Victorian era architecture with modern amenities. High ceilings and wood parquet floors. Two closets (one walk in), central heating and cooling. Located just 1/2 block south of Lincoln Park and a 10 minute walk from Eastern Market. First floor apartment with high ceilings, wood parquet floors, new kitchen, good closet space. Large windows. Central heat and a/c. All utilities are included except telecom. Multiple cable, wireless, DSL options are all available. Amazing roof deck with truly one of the finest views of Capitol Hill and the city. Onsite laundry and resident manager. Limited off street parking available, but on street parking is plentiful.

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Amenities for lincoln towers

Apartment Amenities

Utilities Included

Building

ElevatorOnsite Laundry
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Security Deposit

One-time.

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About lincoln towers

HomeApartments in WashingtonCapitol Hill lincoln towers

Fantastic view! Available January 9th or as late as January 31st (flexible start date). Price includes ALL UTILITIES. Large studio on the 4th floor of the historic Lincoln Towers building right off Lincoln Park. Short walk to Eastern Market Big, sunny windows. High ceilings, and wood parquet floors. Modern kitchen with gas range and oven, full sized fridge. Large closets and central a/c and heat... an unusual find for a building of this vintage. A great mix of old-Capitol Hill charm with some modern amenities. Cable and wi-fi options, roof deck with unbeatable view of the city. Coin-operated laundry on site, resident manager. Zip car available on the premises. Note that the final image in the slideshow is a recent video tour. If you don't see this video make sure you are viewing it through our website at LincolnTowersApartments. com


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, lincoln towers is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, lincoln towers has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated lincoln towers
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, lincoln towers is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Capitol Hill. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
lincoln towers goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including elevator. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, lincoln towers receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
lincoln towers is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·9A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
lincoln towers has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

lincoln towers is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • 4 internet service provider options nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How lincoln towers compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away

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Rent trends in Capitol Hill

studio apartments at lincoln towers cost about 3% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Capitol Hill.

Median rents as of May 2 2026.
Capitol Hill
Washington
A table of studio rental data trends in Washington
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,897
June 2024$1,900
July 2024$1,919
August 2024$1,955
September 2024$1,935
October 2024$1,921
November 2024$1,899
December 2024$1,900
January 2025$1,907
February 2025$1,920
March 2025$1,919
April 2025$1,919
May 2025$1,897
June 2025$1,900
July 2025$1,902
August 2025$1,890
September 2025$1,879
October 2025$1,819
November 2025$1,766
December 2025$1,740
January 2026$1,789
February 2026$1,799
March 2026$1,802
April 2026$1,826
May 2026$1,799
A table of studio rental data trends in Capitol Hill
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,909
June 2024$1,761
July 2024$1,908
August 2024$1,904
September 2024$1,874
October 2024$1,842
November 2024$1,868
December 2024$1,888
January 2025$1,886
February 2025$1,886
March 2025$1,844
April 2025$1,656
May 2025$1,679
June 2025$1,650
July 2025$1,722
August 2025$1,723
September 2025$1,654
October 2025$1,673
November 2025$1,686
December 2025$1,671
January 2026$1,670
February 2026$1,682
March 2026$1,670
April 2026$1,683
May 2026$1,638

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$63,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $63,400 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,585.
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Schools near lincoln towers

Watkins Elementary School - Capitol Hill Cluster School

420 12th st se

washington, DC, 20003

1-5Public
A-

Peabody Elementary School Capitol Hill Cluster

425 c st ne

washington, DC, 20002

PK, KPublic
B

School-Within-School @ Goding

810 26th st ne

washington, DC, 20002

PK, K-5Public
A-

River Terrace Education Campus

405 anacostia ave ne

washington, DC, 20019

3-12Public

Excel Academy

2501 martin luther king jr ave se

washington, DC, 20020

PK, K-8Public
C
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Getting around Washington near 121 12th St Se

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 121 12th St Se, Washington

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

6/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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