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Highlights

  • Air conditioning
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • On-site laundry facilities

Location

5740 Colorado Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20011, USA|16th Street Heights - Crestwood - Brightwood Park
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Management

The Barac Co.

Leasing office

(240) 334-1792

Property Overview

5740 COLORADO AVE NW offers strong overall value with an expert rating of 8.5/10, highlighted by an excellent 10/10 price score and 9/10 ratings for both amenities and location. Renters can expect convenient access to a highly rated elementary school nearby, solid transparency from management (7/10 trustworthiness), and practical features like air conditioning, stainless steel appliances, and on-site laundry facilities.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 5740 COLORADO AVE NW is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5740 COLORADO AVE NW has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Laundry available on site

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$1,699 /mo1 unit availableDiscover 5740 COLORADO AVE NW, a one-bedroom, one-bath apartment in Washington, DC. The unit features stainless steel appliances and air conditioning for comfort and convenience. The building includes an intercom entrance and on-site laundry facilities. Located in a well-connected neighborhood, this residence offers practical amenities for streamlined city living. To schedule a viewing, please contact Bacilia at 240-334-1792.

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Amenities for 5740 COLORADO AVE NW

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Heat
HeatingHot Water
Intercom Entrance

Appliances

Gas RangeRange
RefrigeratorStainless Steel Appliances

Building

Onsite Laundry
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

Property details

Units5
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About 5740 COLORADO AVE NW

HomeApartments in Washington16th Street Heights - Crestwood - Brightwood Park 5740 COLORADO AVE NW

Discover 5740 COLORADO AVE NW, a one-bedroom, one-bath apartment in Washington, DC. The unit features stainless steel appliances and air conditioning for comfort and convenience. The building includes an intercom entrance and on-site laundry facilities. Located in a well-connected neighborhood, this residence offers practical amenities for streamlined city living. To schedule a viewing, please contact Bacilia at 240-334-1792.


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 5740 COLORADO AVE NW is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5740 COLORADO AVE NW has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 5740 COLORADO AVE NW
Price·10A 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.
5740 COLORADO AVE NW offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
5740 COLORADO AVE NW goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including hot water. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 5740 COLORADO AVE NW 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.
5740 COLORADO AVE NW 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·6A 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.
While 5740 COLORADO AVE NW does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
5740 COLORADO AVE NW provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

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 5740 COLORADO AVE NW compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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Rent trends in 16th Street Heights - Crestwood - Brightwood Park

1-bedroom apartments at 5740 COLORADO AVE NW cost about 11% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in 16th Street Heights - Crestwood - Brightwood Park.

Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
16th Street Heights - Crestwood - Brightwood Park
Washington
A table of studio rental data trends in Washington
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,899
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$1,798
June 2026$1,799
A table of studio rental data trends in 16th Street Heights - Crestwood - Brightwood Park
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$1,652
October 2024$1,637
November 2024$1,651
December 2024$1,686
January 2025$1,658
February 2025$1,561
March 2025$1,547
April 2025$1,579
May 2025$1,589
June 2025$1,599
July 2025$1,599
August 2025$1,616
October 2025$1,599
November 2025$1,599
December 2025$1,599
January 2026$1,599
February 2026$1,599
March 2026$1,599
April 2026$1,599
May 2026$1,599
June 2026$1,599

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$67,960/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $67,960 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,699.
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Schools near 5740 COLORADO AVE NW

Brightwood Elementary School

1300 nicholson st nw

washington, DC, 20011

PK, K-5Public
B-

Military Road Early Learning Center

1375 missouri ave nw

washington, DC, 20011

PKPublic

Dorothy I. Height Elementary School

4300 13th st nw

washington, DC, 20011

PK, K-5Public
B+

Bell Teen Parent Child Development Center

3101 16th st nw

washington, DC, 20010

PKPublic

Thaddeus Stevens Early Learning Center

1050 21st st nw

washington, DC, 20036

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

16th Street Heights - Crestwood - Brightwood Park | Washington, DC

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Washington near 5740 Colorado Ave Nw

Walking

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

Driving

4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 5740 Colorado Ave Nw, Washington

Groceries

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

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

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

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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