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35 E St Nw, Washington, DC 20001, USA|Downtown - Penn Quarter - Chinatown
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Management

Dreyfuss Management

Leasing office

(844) 423-7807 ext. 1808

Open 

Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm ET

Property Overview

Capital Plaza Apartments earns an impressive 8.8/10 expert rating, with perfect scores for price and amenities, making it a strong value given its extensive on-site features and overall living standards. Its excellent location rating reflects walkable access to transit, parks, restaurants, and numerous grocery and health‑focused options, supporting fitness, wellness, social life, and sustainability. Professional staff and a high trustworthiness score further enhance confidence in the property’s management and transparency.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Capital Plaza Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Capital Plaza Apartments 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

  • Less expensive
  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Wellness
  • Social life

Floor plans

STUDIO (ST 2)Studio1 bath425 sqft$1,475 /mo
STUDIO (ST 1)Studio1 bath425 sqft$1,540–$1,774 /mo6 units available
STUDIO (ST 3)Studio1 bath425 sqft$1,747–$1,918 /mo
1 BEDROOM A1 bed1 bath525 sqft$2,123 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Capital Plaza Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCeiling Fan
Hardwood FloorLarge Closets
Utilities IncludedWalk-in Closet

Appliances

Garbage DisposalGas Cooking
Refrigerator

Building

Controlled AccessFitness Center
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Garage ParkingGate

Services

Availability 24 Hours

Neighborhood

Public Transportation
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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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

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About Capital Plaza Apartments

HomeApartments in WashingtonDowntown - Penn Quarter - Chinatown Capital Plaza Apartments

Live with all the conveniences at Capital Plaza Apartments, located off North Capital Street NW downtown Washington, DC Just a few minute walk to the Capitol Building, Union Station, Chinatown, and Smithsonian Museums. Capital Plaza has a professional staff that residents can count on to do things right the first time and who take a great deal of pride in their community. Capital Plaza Apartments offers studios and one bedroom apartment homes, which are cozy and comfortable. Living at Capital Plaza Apartments provides you with unparalleled conveniences to the city; just a short walk to the Union Station and Judiciary Square Metro stations, and many restaurants and grocery stores. Near I-395, I-295, Route 50 and the Baltimore Washington Parkway, you will have access to downtown Washington DC and its surrounding suburbs.


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Capital Plaza Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Capital Plaza Apartments 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 Capital Plaza Apartments
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.
Capital Plaza Apartments 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·10A 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.
Capital Plaza Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks, making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Capital Plaza Apartments 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 Capital Plaza Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.

Capital Plaza Apartments is great for:

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 97 parks within a mile

Wellness

  • On-site fitness center or gym
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • 11 farmers markets or health food stores nearby
  • There are 34 grocery stores within 1 mile

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • 590 restaurants within 1 mile of this property

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 Capital Plaza Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Downtown - Penn Quarter - Chinatown

Studio apartments at Capital Plaza Apartments cost about 25% less than the average rent price for studios in Downtown - Penn Quarter - Chinatown.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 23% lower than 1-bedrooms in Downtown - Penn Quarter - Chinatown.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Downtown - Penn Quarter - Chinatown
Washington
A table of studio rental data trends in Washington
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,900
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 Downtown - Penn Quarter - Chinatown
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,943
June 2024$2,024
July 2024$1,999
August 2024$2,042
September 2024$2,113
October 2024$2,125
November 2024$2,069
December 2024$2,125
January 2025$2,157
February 2025$2,146
March 2025$2,148
April 2025$2,110
May 2025$2,037
June 2025$2,076
July 2025$2,100
August 2025$2,093
September 2025$1,971
October 2025$1,802
November 2025$1,736
December 2025$1,831
January 2026$1,940
February 2026$1,981
March 2026$1,925
April 2026$2,023
May 2026$2,252

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Rent-to-income ratio

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Schools near Capital Plaza Apartments

Walker-Jones Education Campus

1125 new jersey ave nw

washington, DC, 20001

PK, K-8Public
C

Thaddeus Stevens Early Learning Center

1050 21st st nw

washington, DC, 20036

PKPublic

School-Within-School @ Goding

810 26th st ne

washington, DC, 20002

PK, K-5Public
A-

Excel Academy

2501 martin luther king jr ave se

washington, DC, 20020

PK, K-8Public
C

Bell Teen Parent Child Development Center

3101 16th st nw

washington, DC, 20010

PKPublic
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Getting around Washington near 35 E St Nw

Walking

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

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

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

Transit

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

Points of interest for 35 E St Nw, Washington

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

8/10
Variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

8/10
Variety of cafés within a few minutes' walk

Restaurants

9/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

9/10
Variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

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