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Reach out to learn about our specials! Enjoy our 1-, 2-, 3-, and 4-bedroom apartments in this 1904 masterpiece on one of the most beautiful blocks in DC. The homes include in-unit washer/dryer, spacious kitchens, Nest thermostats, and high ceilings. Perched above the U Street action on beautiful tree-lined streets, The Alden is a great way to enjoy the vibrant life of 14th and U Street.

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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Beautiful tree-lined streets
  • Vibrant life

Location

2620 13th St Nw #Nw, Washington, DC 20009, USA|Columbia Heights
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Management

Aria Residential

Leasing office

(844) 325-9196 ext. 7894

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9:00 am–6:00 pm ET

Property Overview

The Alden offers an excellent balance of price and value, with top-tier amenities and a competitive cost that ranks in the upper tier for value for money in the area. With high expert ratings across overall experience, location, and trustworthiness, it combines vibrant, tree-lined surroundings and convenient access to highly rated nearby schools. The Alden is also particularly strong for pet friendliness, supported by numerous nearby dog parks, grooming services, pet hospitals, and supply stores, plus extensive photos that help renters understand the property.

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, The Alden is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Alden 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
  • Middle school nearby
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1 Bedroom1 bed1 bath460 sqft$2,130–$2,707 /mo1 unit available
2 Bedroom2 bed1 bath500+ sqft$2,360–$3,157 /mo5 units available

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Amenities for The Alden

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCherry Cabinetry
Hardwood FloorHigh Ceiling
High CeilingsLarge Closets
Spacious KitchensView
Walk-in Closet

Appliances

DishwasherEfficient Appliances
In-Unit Laundry

Tech

Cable ReadyProgrammable Nest Thermostats
WiFi

Building

Cats OKCentral A/C and Heat
Controlled AccessDogs OK

Grounds

GateStorage

Services

24/7 Emergency Maintenance Service

Neighborhood

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

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Small Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max. Combined weight limit of 30 lbs. | Restrictions: None.

$60

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$500

Small Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 small dogs max. Combined weight limit of 30 lbs. | Restrictions: Aggressive Breed Restrictions.

$60

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$500

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Building details

Property details

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About The Alden

HomeApartments in WashingtonColumbia Heights The Alden

Experience this 1904 masterpiece on one of the most beautiful blocks in DC. Perched above the U Street action on beautiful tree-lined streets, The Alden is a great way to enjoy the vibrant life of 14th and U Street.


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

Reviews from the web

Showing 4 highest rated

When I first moved in, I had some issues with disorganized management, but the new manager Michael ironed out all my issues. So glad that such an amazing building finally has the management it needs to live up to its promise as one of the better places to live in DC that I have found. Very helpful and responsive team, great facilities, and overall a great experience at the Alden.

Alex Zabit

Alex Zabit

Oct 08, 2020

I have been touring different apartments in the area and I have to say, out of every single one (and there were many) Ayannah is single-handedly the absolute best person to work with. She was the easiest person to coordinate schedules with, she went above and beyond what I’d asked of her and had answers to all of my questions. She was perfectly professional but exceptionally kind cheery. Everything you’d want in being the face of your company! In addition, I was so impressed with the apartments and the details and management. Very excited to apply and have a happy home!

Jenna Dewey

Jenna Dewey

Oct 20, 2024

We’re sharing just 4 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

The Alden is great for:

Pet owners

  • 8 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 5 pet grooming services nearby
  • 18 pet supply stores near the property
  • 6 pet hospitals in the area

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 Alden compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 4-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

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Rent trends in Columbia Heights

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 12% higher than 1-bedrooms in Columbia Heights.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Alden to be 16% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Columbia Heights.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Columbia Heights
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 Columbia Heights
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,633
June 2024$1,691
July 2024$1,621
August 2024$1,629
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

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$85,200/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $85,200 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,130.
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Schools near The Alden

Tubman Elementary School

3101 13th st nw

washington, DC, 20010

PK, K-5Public
B

Bell Teen Parent Child Development Center

3101 16th st nw

washington, DC, 20010

PKPublic

Dorothy I. Height Elementary School

4300 13th st nw

washington, DC, 20011

PK, K-5Public
B+

Thaddeus Stevens Early Learning Center

1050 21st st nw

washington, DC, 20036

PKPublic

Military Road Early Learning Center

1375 missouri ave nw

washington, DC, 20011

PKPublic
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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 2620 13th St Nw #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 2620 13th St Nw #Nw, Washington

Groceries

10/10
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

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

High schools

9/10
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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