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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Quartz countertops
  • Spacious layouts
  • Ample storage space
  • Outdoor courtyard
  • Modern, luxury living
  • Open concept living and dining rooms

Location

501 12th St Ne, Washington, DC 20002, USA|Capitol Hill
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Management

Akelius Real Estate Management LLC

Leasing office

(844) 243-9656 ext. 1213

Open today 

10:00 am–5:00 pm ET

Property Overview

501 12th Street offers quartz countertops, spacious open-concept layouts, ample storage, and a modern outdoor courtyard that support a polished, luxury feel. It earns a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 9.2, with standout scores for price, amenities, and location, while the 33 photos, nearby middle school access, and pet-friendly surroundings add to its appeal.

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

9.2
Excellent
501 12th Street is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Images Available
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1 bed1 bath620+ sqft$2,050–$2,199 /mo3 units available

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Amenities for 501 12th Street

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningHardwood Floor
Window Coverings

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
In-Unit LaundryMicrowave
RefrigeratorWasher and Dryer

Tech

Cable ReadyElectronic Thermostat

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Historic Building

Grounds

Bike RacksCourtyard
Outdoor Space

Services

Package Service
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

Cat Fee

One-time. 2 cats max. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$250

Cat Rent

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$50

Dog

Dog Fee

One-time. 2 dogs max. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$250

Dog Rent

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$50

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Building details

Property details

Units25

About 501 12th Street

HomeApartments in WashingtonCapitol Hill 501 12th Street

501 12th Street cost $2,050–$2,199 per month. A couple amenities for this apartment building include but are not limited to: package service and outdoor space. Located at 501 12th St Ne, Washington, DC 20002, USA, 501 12th Street has 1 bedroom units available.Other apartment buildings in or around Washington include but are not limited to: 6166 Leesburg Pike, 1425 P St Nw, 5919 Ashlar Way, 210 E Fairfax St


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.
9.2
/10
Excellent
501 12th Street is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 501 12th Street
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.
501 12th Street 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.
501 12th Street 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.
501 12th Street 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·8A 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.
Anyone looking for quality at a great value will find 501 12th Street to be an attractive option. Renters can also rely on this rental to provide them with accurate information they need to find the living experience they desire.
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

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Briana Stamps

Feb 05, 2021

Wardell is great, very helpful and friendly! So far so good.

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Katie Feather

Jun 08, 2020

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501 12th Street is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 8 pet supply stores near the property
  • 8 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 dog park 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 501 12th Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 miles away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Package service
More secure storage for delivery

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 0.7 miles away

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Rent trends in Capitol Hill

1-bedroom apartments at 501 12th Street cost about the same as the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Capitol Hill.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Capitol Hill
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 Capitol Hill
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,865
December 2024$1,888
January 2025$1,886
February 2025$1,886
March 2025$1,844
April 2025$1,656
May 2025$1,679
June 2025$1,650
July 2025$1,722
August 2025$1,723
September 2025$1,654
October 2025$1,673
November 2025$1,686
December 2025$1,671
January 2026$1,670
February 2026$1,682
March 2026$1,670
April 2026$1,683
May 2026$1,647
June 2026$1,676
July 2026$1,650
August 2026$1,674
September 2026$1,698
October 2026$1,702

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$82,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $82,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,050.
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Schools near 501 12th Street

Miner Elementary School

601 15th st ne

washington, DC, 20002

PK, K-5Public
C+

School-Within-School @ Goding

810 26th st ne

washington, DC, 20002

PK, K-5Public
A-

River Terrace Education Campus

405 anacostia ave ne

washington, DC, 20019

3-12Public

Excel Academy

2501 martin luther king jr ave se

washington, DC, 20020

PK, K-8Public
C

Thaddeus Stevens Early Learning Center

1050 21st st nw

washington, DC, 20036

PKPublic
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Getting around Washington near 501 12th St Ne

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 501 12th St Ne, Washington

Groceries

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

Shopping

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

Cafes

10/10
Exceptional variety of 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

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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