5+ Days Ago
Highlights
- Hardwood floors
- Ceiling fans
- Laundry room
- Remodeled kitchen
Location
21 Chesapeake St Se, Washington, DC 20032, USA|Congress Heights
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Property Overview
The property at 21 Chesapeake St SE has received an impressive overall Zumper expert rating of 8.9 out of 10, underscoring its value as a top rental option. With a competitive price rating of 10 and an amenities score of 9, it offers an excellent blend of affordability and quality living features, including hardwood floors and a remodeled kitchen. Additionally, its location rating of 9 highlights convenient access to essential attractions and services, making it an appealing choice for prospective renters.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Images Available
- Laundry available on site
Floor plans
| Washington, DC - 2BR/1BA - $1,275.00 Available February 2025 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 670 sqft | $1,250–$1,275 /mo | 2 units available | Spacious 2Br/1Ba Renovated, Must See 1/2 Off 1St Month Rents Special -Hardwood Floors -Ceiling Fans -Remodeled Kitchen -Laundry Room -Private Parking -Near Metro 10 mins drive to the National Harbor & to Shopping centers such as Tanger outlets! |
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Amenities for 21 Chesapeake St Se
Apartment Amenities
| Ceiling Fan | Electric Only |
| Hardwood Floor | View |
Appliances
| Garbage Disposal |
Tech
| Cable Ready |
Building
| Controlled Building | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Off-Street Parking | Outdoor Space |
| Playground |
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
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 2 |
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About 21 Chesapeake St Se
Spacious 2Br/1Ba Renovated Apartments -Hardwood Floors -Ceiling Fans -Remodeled Kitchen -Laundry Room -Private Parking -Near Metro 10 mins drive to the National Harbor & to Shopping centers such as Tanger outlets!
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.
8.9
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Very GoodWith a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, 21 Chesapeake St Se is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 21 Chesapeake St Se has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
21 Chesapeake St Se 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.
21 Chesapeake St Se goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including controlled building. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 21 Chesapeake St Se 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.
21 Chesapeake St Se 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 21 Chesapeake St Se 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·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.
21 Chesapeake St Se 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.
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 21 Chesapeake St Se compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms 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
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 0.4 mile away
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Rent trends in Congress Heights
2-bedroom apartments at 21 Chesapeake St Se cost about 22% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Congress Heights.
Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Congress Heights
Washington
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,864 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,087 |
| March 2024 | $1,087 |
| April 2024 | $1,087 |
| May 2024 | $1,067 |
| June 2024 | $1,067 |
| July 2024 | $1,067 |
| August 2024 | $1,067 |
| September 2024 | $1,067 |
| October 2024 | $1,067 |
| November 2024 | $1,079 |
| December 2024 | $1,087 |
| January 2025 | $1,087 |
| February 2025 | $1,087 |
| March 2025 | $1,108 |
| April 2025 | $1,087 |
| May 2025 | $988 |
| June 2025 | $923 |
| July 2025 | $895 |
| August 2025 | $1,013 |
| September 2025 | $1,055 |
| October 2025 | $1,111 |
| November 2025 | $1,242 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 21 Chesapeake St Se?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
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Schools near 21 Chesapeake St Se
Patterson Elementary School
4399 south capitol terr sw
washington, DC, 20032
PK, K-5Public
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School-Within-School @ Goding
810 26th st ne
washington, DC, 20002
PK, K-5Public
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Getting around Washington near 21 Chesapeake St Se
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Transit
6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 21 Chesapeake St Se, Washington
Groceries
6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
6/10
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
1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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