1401 R St NW

Northern Exchange is a low-rise, five-story loft condominium in Washington, DC, occupying a restored early-20th-century telephone exchange originally completed in 1920 and converted to residences in 2013. The building preserves an industrial character: exterior masonry and historic façade elements, oversized industrial windows, exposed brick walls, and interior finishes that reference the original fabric. Units are primarily one- and two-bedroom lofts with double-height living areas or mezzanine bedrooms, high ceilings (many units report 10–15+ foot ceilings), hardwood floors, in-unit washers/dryers, and contemporary chef-style kitchens fitted with Bosch appliances and upgraded countertops. Bathrooms commonly feature high-end tiles and frameless glass showers. Common areas emphasize intimate, urban social spaces rather than large-scale condo facilities: a secure, design-forward lobby that nods to the site’s telephone history, bike storage, and a prominent rooftop deck with grilling stations, wet bar and panoramic city views. The building sits at R Street and 14th Street in Logan Circle’s 14th Street Corridor, providing immediate walkable access to restaurants, groceries, transit and nightlife. Management appears condominium-style with pet-friendly policies and investor-friendly resale history; parking is not a dominant feature, and storage and bike facilities are highlighted for urban residents.