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Highlights

  • Air conditioning
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Urban living
  • Modern stainless steel appliances
  • Building access
  • Comfortable living

Location

1603 U St Nw, Washington, DC 20009, USA|U Street - Cardozo
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Management

The Barac Co.

Leasing office

(301) 642-7948

Property Overview

The Rochelle offers strong value, a high level of amenities, and a convenient location, supported by features like air conditioning, on-site laundry, and modern stainless steel appliances. It is especially appealing for an active urban lifestyle, with many nearby restaurants, cultural spots, and local event hubs that make it well connected and lively.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Rochelle is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Rochelle 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

  • Central heat
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath$1,699 /mo1 unit availableDiscover The Rochelle in Washington, DC — a modern studio offering a single bathroom and practical finishes. The apartment features stainless steel appliances, air conditioning, and on-site laundry facilities for added convenience. An intercom entrance enhances building access. Located in the city, this studio pairs efficient design with essential amenities for comfortable urban living. To schedule a viewing, please contact Ms. Dieguez at 301-642-7948.

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Amenities for The Rochelle

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Heat
HeatingHot Water
Intercom Entrance

Appliances

Gas RangeRange
RefrigeratorStainless Steel Appliances

Building

Onsite Laundry

Other

Tenant Pays Cooking Gas and Electric
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

Units7

About The Rochelle

HomeApartments in WashingtonU Street - Cardozo The Rochelle

Discover The Rochelle in Washington, DC — a modern studio offering a single bathroom and practical finishes. The apartment features stainless steel appliances, air conditioning, and on-site laundry facilities for added convenience. An intercom entrance enhances building access. Located in the city, this studio pairs efficient design with essential amenities for comfortable urban living. To schedule a viewing, please contact Ms. Dieguez at 301-642-7948.


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, The Rochelle is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Rochelle 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 The Rochelle
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.
The Rochelle 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.
The Rochelle 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, The Rochelle 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.
The Rochelle 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 The Rochelle 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.
The Rochelle 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.

The Rochelle is great for:

Social life

  • 1000 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 8 local event hubs within 1 mile
  • 795 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 267 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

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 The Rochelle compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Central heat
Climate controlled environment
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in U Street - Cardozo

studio apartments at The Rochelle cost about 15% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in U Street - Cardozo.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
U Street - Cardozo
Washington
A table of studio rental data trends in Washington
MonthMedian Rent
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
August 2026$1,860
September 2026$1,896
October 2026$1,871
A table of studio rental data trends in U Street - Cardozo
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$2,046
December 2024$2,180
January 2025$2,183
February 2025$2,132
March 2025$2,094
April 2025$2,087
May 2025$2,040
June 2025$2,032
July 2025$1,999
August 2025$2,002
September 2025$1,996
October 2025$1,921
November 2025$1,930
December 2025$1,902
January 2026$2,008
February 2026$2,084
March 2026$2,120
April 2026$2,134
May 2026$2,104
June 2026$2,129
July 2026$2,107
August 2026$2,167
September 2026$2,173
October 2026$2,035

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1603 U St Nw?

Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$67,960/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $67,960 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,699.
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Schools near The Rochelle

Marie Reed Elementary School at Macfarland

2201 18th st nw

washington, DC, 20009

PK, K-5Public
A-

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

Dorothy I. Height Elementary School

4300 13th st nw

washington, DC, 20011

PK, K-5Public
B+

Military Road Early Learning Center

1375 missouri ave nw

washington, DC, 20011

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

U Street - Cardozo | 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 1603 U St Nw

Walking

10/10
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 1603 U St Nw, Washington

Groceries

10/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

10/10
Exceptional 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

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

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