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Highlights

  • Friendly community
  • Laundry room
  • Well maintained building
  • Hard wood floors
  • Spacious one bedroom unit
  • Laundry room in basement

Location

1820 California St Nw, Washington, DC 20009, USA|Adams Morgan
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Management

Carson Properties

Leasing office

(844) 311-0438 ext. 1190

Property Overview

1820 California Street Northwest is highly rated with a 7.8 overall score and excels in location, amenities, and price, making it a competitive choice for renters. The property features hardwood floors, a well-maintained building, and a laundry room in the basement. Its vibrant neighborhood offers an impressive array of dining and social options, with 899 restaurants and 850 mixed-use spaces within a mile, enhancing the experience of living in this community.

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

7.8
Very Good
1820 California Street Northwest is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1820 California Street Northwest - 312 bed1 bath$1,765 /moLiving in Adams Morgan under market rates! This spacious one bedroom unit has lots of living space, hard wood floors and an updated HVAC system. The 1820 California Street Cooperative is a friendly community; this well maintained building has a laundry room located in the basement. This property is located in the heart of Adams Morgan and U street. The Neighborhood offers shopping, dining, and nightlife. Dupont Circle Metro nearby. Don't miss this opportunity for a phenomenal deal! This listing will not last long! Available immediate at $1,765.00 plus utilities. Call for your showing today - 301 430 0267 TERMS: Lease Term - 12 months minimum Rent $1,765 + electric Application Required - credit/background check, landlord references, income requirement $35 Application fee-non refundable per person Rental Insurance required Subscription Fee - $1,500 Qualifications: Income - Minimum $40,000 Max income - Total annual salary for all-occupants $85,000 Two years of positive rental hist

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HomeApartments in WashingtonAdams Morgan 1820 California Street Northwest

Living in Adams Morgan under market rates! This spacious one bedroom unit has lots of living space, hard wood floors and an updated HVAC system. The 1820 California Street Cooperative is a friendly community; this well maintained building has a laundry room located in the basement. This property is located in the heart of Adams Morgan and U street. The Neighborhood offers shopping, dining, and nightlife. Dupont Circle Metro nearby. Don't miss this opportunity for a phenomenal deal! This listing will not last long! Available immediate at $1,765.00 plus utilities. Call for your showing today - 301 430 0267 TERMS: Lease Term - 12 months minimum Rent $1,765 + electric Application Required - credit/background check, landlord references, income requirement $35 Application fee-non refundable per person Rental Insurance required Subscription Fee - $1,500 Qualifications: Income - Minimum $40,000 Max income - Total annual salary for all-occupants $85,000 Two years of positive rental history Two years of employment history No evictions or court filings Professionally Management By: Carson Properties PO Box 5142 Upper Marlboro, Maryland 20775 (301) 430 0267 www cpmetro com https www hud gov program_offices public_indian_housing programs ph modrehab


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.
7.8
/10
Very Good
1820 California Street Northwest is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 1820 California Street Northwest
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 1820 California Street Northwest is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Adams Morgan. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 1820 California Street Northwest is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1820 California Street Northwest 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 1820 California Street Northwest 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.

1820 California Street Northwest is great for:

Social life

  • 899 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 850 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • Diverse age groups live in this 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 1820 California Street Northwest compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

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 Adams Morgan

2-bedroom apartments at 1820 California Street Northwest cost about 43% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Adams Morgan.

Median rents as of Dec 20 2025.
Adams Morgan
Washington
A table of studio rental data trends in Washington
MonthMedian Rent
January 2024$1,878
February 2024$1,843
March 2024$1,840
April 2024$1,832
May 2024$1,889
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$1,742
A table of studio rental data trends in Adams Morgan
MonthMedian Rent
January 2024$1,944
February 2024$1,890
March 2024$1,987
April 2024$1,861
May 2024$1,887
June 2024$1,976
July 2024$1,965
August 2024$1,899
September 2024$1,970
October 2024$1,983
November 2024$1,974
December 2024$1,911
January 2025$2,135
February 2025$1,973
March 2025$1,886
April 2025$1,749
May 2025$1,729
June 2025$1,684
July 2025$1,697
August 2025$1,671
September 2025$1,520
October 2025$1,517
November 2025$1,517
December 2025$1,517

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near 1820 California Street Northwest

Oyster-Adams Bilingual School

2801 calvert st nw and 2020 19th st nw

washington, DC, 20008

PK, K-8Public
A-

School-Within-School @ Goding

810 26th st ne

washington, DC, 20002

PK, K-5Public
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Neighborhood

Adams Morgan | 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 1820 California St 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 1820 California St Nw, Washington

Groceries

10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

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

Cafes

8/10
Wide 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 5-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

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

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