1421 Columbia Rd NW

A low-rise, early-20th-century boutique condominium located in Washington, DC’s Columbia Heights neighborhood. Built in 1910, the masonry building contains a modest number of residential units configured mainly as two-bedroom condos and occasional larger three-bedroom apartments; layouts range from traditional galley kitchens to more open combination living/dining plans. Period details mix with incremental modern updates: hardwood or bamboo floors, oversized windows that bring southern or northern light, and upgraded kitchens with granite or butcher-block counters and stainless appliances in many units. Common elements are intentionally simple — shared laundry on some floors, a streamlined lobby and limited storage — and condo fees are relatively low, reflecting the building’s scale. On-site parking is minimal or absent; street parking and nearby retail garages serve residents. The property is pet friendly and generally owner-occupied, with some investor-owned rentals. Its address places it one block from Columbia Heights Metro and within immediate walking distance of grocery, retail, restaurants, and parks, creating a dense, transit-oriented urban lifestyle within a historic, walkable block.