5402 Connecticut Ave NW

The Louie is a low-rise, prewar condominium built in 1928 and configured across five stories of traditionally proportioned units, primarily one-bedroom layouts and larger studios. Architecturally it reflects early 20th-century masonry construction with high ceilings, original archways, and period details such as crown moldings and hardwood floors that persist alongside a series of modern upgrades. Individual residences commonly feature eat-in or galley-style kitchens with granite or quartz countertops, renovated baths (including walk-in showers and soaking tubs), built-in storage solutions, and generous closet space including walk-ins in many units. The building’s interior program includes an elevator, in-building laundry (and some units with washer/dryer), a small exercise room and bike room in the basement, plus secure storage lockers for residents. Exterior amenities are modest and practical: a side yard for casual use, sidewalk access, and additional secure storage. Management emphasizes low condo fees that often include heat and water, steady maintenance, and a pet-friendly policy. Situated at the corner of Military Road and Connecticut Avenue in Chevy Chase/Upper Connecticut Avenue, The Louie offers immediate access to neighborhood retail, restaurants, bus lines and is within walking distance of Friendship Heights Metro, combining a walkable, village-like urban edge with classic prewar building character.