2145 California St NW

The Warren is a low-rise, boutique condominium constructed in 1924 and organized as a small three-story walk-up. Units are principally one- and two-bedroom, many arranged as two-level residences that read like small townhouses rather than typical flats. Architecturally the building presents a traditional, early 20th-century façade with an intimate lobby and planted front gardens that open onto a quiet, tree-lined Kalorama street. Interior unit characteristics commonly include hardwood floors, fireplaces (wood-burning), recessed lighting, built-in shelving, and efficient galley or eat-in kitchens updated with granite or upgraded counters and stainless appliances. Several homes feature private outdoor spaces — patios or decks — and in-unit laundry (stackable or separate washer/dryer), plus useful under-stair or built-in storage. Common-area provisions are modest: a tended front garden, an entry foyer, and building maintenance handled by off-site management; cosmetic updates to common areas have been budgeted from reserves. The building maintains a pet-friendly policy with size limits, low condo fees that often include water/sewer and exterior maintenance, and permit occasional short-term rental in some units. Location is a core attribute: set in Kalorama Heights near Dupont Circle, the property sits within walking distance of parks, shops, restaurants, and two Red Line Metro stations, supporting a highly walkable urban lifestyle.