631 D St NW

The Lafayette at Penn Quarter is a full-service condominium complex completed in 2004 and rising 12 stories with approximately 178 residences, primarily one- and two-bedroom layouts. Architecturally it reads as a contemporary urban block with multiple courtyard-facing and corner units; interiors commonly feature open or traditional floorplans, high ceilings in select homes, wide-plank wood floors, recessed lighting, crown moldings, and designer touches such as built-in cabinetry and upgraded kitchen countertops. Many apartments include walk-in closets, in-unit laundry in select plans, and private balconies or terraces that overlook an extensive interior courtyard. Shared spaces are extensive and purposefully varied: two staffed 24/7 front desks, a landscaped interior courtyard with water feature, multiple resident lounges and community rooms, two fitness centers, a private screening theater, business and conference facilities, a live performance theater at the building base, and a residents’ club/party room. The rooftop level is a focal point, incorporating a swimming pool, gardens, dining areas, grills, and sweeping civic views toward the Washington Monument. Practical services and systems include an elevator, sprinkler and intercom systems, on-site garage parking available for rent (with EV charging and car-rental partners on the garage level), package handling, and storage rooms for lease. The property is pet- and investor-friendly and currently undergoing lobby and corridor refreshes. Located in Penn Quarter, the building sits within immediate walking distance of Capital One Arena, multiple Metro stations, the National Mall and Smithsonian museums, theaters, restaurants, and city retail, offering an amenity-rich, highly walkable downtown lifestyle.