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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Spacious floor plans
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Modern convenience
  • Recreation facilities
  • Newly renovated apartment community
  • Everyday conveniences

Location

1225 Clifton St Nw, Washington, DC 20009, USA|Columbia Heights
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Property Overview

1225 Clifton offers spacious floor plans, modern convenience, everyday essentials, and recreation facilities in a newly renovated community with on-site laundry, earning a strong overall expert rating of 7.4/10 and high marks for amenities, location, and trustworthiness. The property is especially attractive for pet owners, environmentally conscious residents, and those seeking an active social scene, with abundant parks, restaurants, mixed-use spaces, transit access, and extensive nearby pet services. Nearby top-rated schools, ample photos, and everyday conveniences further enhance its appeal for a wide range of renters.

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

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • High school nearby
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Great for

  • Eco living
  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

StudioStudio1 bath350 sqftResidents at The Clifton Apartments enjoy unmatched walkability and access to everything needed for daily comfort, family living, and an active urban lifestyle. With schools, transit, childcare, parks, groceries, fitness centers, and community amenities all just steps away, this is one of Columbia Heights’ most desirable and connected locations. The property is also just a walking distance to Howard University, perfect for students, faculty, and staff. Daily routines become simple and stress-free. Multiple bus lines serve the neighborhood, with several bus stops just 5 minutes from the property, providing direct connections across the city. The U Street Metro Station (Green & Yellow Lines) is the closest station followed by Columbia Heights Metro, both within walking distance. Enjoy fast and flexible commuting options. Residents enjoy easy access to Meridian Hill Park, one of DC’s most iconic green spaces. The Banneker Recreation Center offers a swimming pool, tennis courts, baseball and football fields, plus community programs for all ages. The Columbia Heights Community Center, also within walking distance, provides additional fitness rooms, community activities, and youth programs. Whole Foods (7-minute walk), Giant, Harris Teeter, Trader Joe’s, Lidl, Safeway, Target, and numerous local markets are all in the area. Whether you need quick essentials or full weekly shopping, everything is close by and completely walkable.
1 bedroom 1 bathroom1 bed1 bath350 sqftResidents at The Clifton Apartments enjoy unmatched walkability and access to everything needed for daily comfort, family living, and an active urban lifestyle. With schools, transit, childcare, parks, groceries, fitness centers, and community amenities all just steps away, this is one of Columbia Heights’ most desirable and connected locations. The property is also just a walking distance to Howard University, perfect for students, faculty, and staff. Daily routines become simple and stress-free. Multiple bus lines serve the neighborhood, with several bus stops just 5 minutes from the property, providing direct connections across the city. The U Street Metro Station (Green & Yellow Lines) is the closest station followed by Columbia Heights Metro, both within walking distance. Enjoy fast and flexible commuting options. Residents enjoy easy access to Meridian Hill Park, one of DC’s most iconic green spaces. The Banneker Recreation Center offers a swimming pool, tennis courts, baseball and football fields, plus community programs for all ages. The Columbia Heights Community Center, also within walking distance, provides additional fitness rooms, community activities, and youth programs. Whole Foods (7-minute walk), Giant, Harris Teeter, Trader Joe’s, Lidl, Safeway, Target, and numerous local markets are all in the area. Whether you need quick essentials or full weekly shopping, everything is close by and completely walkable.
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Rent trends in Columbia Heights

Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
Columbia Heights
Washington
A table of studio rental data trends in Washington
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,959
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$1,798
June 2026$1,804
July 2026$1,815
A table of studio rental data trends in Columbia Heights
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,637
September 2024$1,653
October 2024$1,652
November 2024$1,697
December 2024$1,706
January 2025$1,701
February 2025$1,701
March 2025$1,703
April 2025$1,720
May 2025$1,624
June 2025$1,703
July 2025$1,670
August 2025$1,699
September 2025$1,689
October 2025$1,536
November 2025$1,632
December 2025$1,581
January 2026$1,565
February 2026$1,585
March 2026$1,559
April 2026$1,482
May 2026$1,430
June 2026$1,422
July 2026$1,399

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3101 16th st nw

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washington, DC, 20009

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4300 13th st nw

washington, DC, 20011

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washington, DC, 20036

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Neighborhood

Columbia Heights | Washington, DC

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Lively and energetic
You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.

Getting around Washington near 1225 Clifton St Nw

Walking

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

Driving

3/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.

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 1225 Clifton St Nw, Washington

Groceries

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

Shopping

8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

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

Nightlife

9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

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