The Balfour

2000 16th St, Washington, DC 20009

Condo Building In U Street

Units

53

Stories

6

Year Built

1900

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Units for Rent

1 Available Units

The Balfour

34,379

Total Sq Ft

Condominium

Building Type

The Balfour, a distinguished Beaux-Arts condominium, stands proudly at the intersection of 16th and U Streets NW in Washington, DC. Completed in 1900, this six-story architectural masterpiece houses 53 units, offering residents a blend of historic charm and modern urban living. The building's prime location places it at the epicenter of the Adams Morgan, U Street Corridor, and Dupont Circle neighborhoods, providing easy access to the city's diverse cultural offerings, dining scenes, and entertainment venues. With its restored marble-clad lobby and elegant façade, The Balfour serves as a testament to the enduring allure of early 20th-century design while catering to the needs of contemporary city dwellers.

The Balfour is a condominium located in District of Columbia and the 20009 ZIP Code. This area is served by the District of Columbia County attendance zone.

Building Amenities

  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable Ready
  • Dishwasher
  • Fitness Center
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Heating
  • Vintage Building
  • Bay Window
  • Kitchen
  • Hardwood Floors
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Elevator
  • Maintenance on site
  • Public Transportation

Location

2000 16th, Washington,
DC 20009

Neighborhood

U Street has a reputation as the hip and urban, yet sophisticated neighborhood preferred by everyone from college students to business professionals. It’s one of Washington D.C.’s most historic and diverse communities, encompassed by luxury rentals.

The community has a sweet balance of commercial and residential buildings adjacent to nightlife, art galleries, boutiques, and restaurants. Locals can’t get enough of the DC half-smoke covered in chili dish at Ben’s Chili Bowl.

Music is pretty big here in U Street with jazz clubs and rock n’ roll halls on every corner. The Lincoln Theatre is an excellent place to see a show, whether you’re into jazz, soul, or country! Residents enjoy the convenience of the U Street Washington Metro station, so they can travel to neighboring communities with ease.

Learn More About U Street

Education

College & Universities Distance

Walk: 12 mins walk / 0.7 away
0.7 mi
Walk: 15 mins walk / 0.8 away
0.8 mi
Walk: 20 mins walk / 1.0 away
1.0 mi
Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.7 away
1.7 mi

The Balfour is within 12 minutes or 0.7 mile from Johns Hopkins SAIS. It is also near John Hopkins SAIS and Howard University.

Schools

Marie Reed Elementary School

Public School

Grades PK, K-5

462 Students

AttendanceZone

8

Out of 10

Cardozo Education Campus

Public School

Grades 6-12

639 Students

AttendanceZone

2

Out of 10

Columbia Heights Education Campus

Public School

Grades 6-12

1567 Students

AttendanceZone

5

Out of 10

St. Augustine School

Private School

Grades 1-9

188 Students

Nearby

0

Out of 10

Emerson Preparatory School

Private High School

Grades 9-12

38 Students

Nearby

0

Out of 10

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Transportation

Transportation options available in Washington include U Street, located 0.5 mile from The Balfour.

Transit/Subway Distance

Walk: 10 mins walk / 0.5 away
0.5 mi
Walk: 15 mins walk / 0.8 away
0.8 mi
Walk: 18 mins walk / 1.0 away
1.0 mi
Walk: 20 mins walk / 1.0 away
1.0 mi
Drive: 3 mins drive / 1.2 away
1.2 mi

Commuter Rail Distance

Drive: 7 mins drive / 2.9 away
2.9 mi
Drive: 6 mins drive / 2.8 away
2.8 mi
Drive: 9 mins drive / 4.8 away
4.8 mi
Drive: 10 mins drive / 5.5 away
5.5 mi
Drive: 15 mins drive / 7.4 away
7.4 mi
The Balfour is near Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located 6.2 miles or 12 minutes away, and Washington Dulles International, located 27.2 miles or 44 minutes away.

Airports Distance

Drive: 12 mins drive / 6.2 away
6.2 mi
Drive: 44 mins drive / 27.2 away
27.2 mi
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
98
Out of 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
83
Out of 100
You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
99
Out of 100
Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.
Scores provided by Walk Score

Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Balfour.

Shopping Centers Distance

Walk: 12 mins walk / 0.7 away
0.7 mi
Walk: 19 mins walk / 1.0 away
1.0 mi
Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.3 away
1.3 mi
The Balfour has 3 shopping centers within 1.3 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks & Recreation Distance

Walk: 6 mins walk / 0.4 away
0.4 mi
Walk: 16 mins walk / 0.9 away
0.9 mi
Walk: 17 mins walk / 0.9 away
0.9 mi
Drive: 3 mins drive / 1.1 away
1.1 mi
Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.5 away
1.5 mi
The Balfour has 5 parks within 1.5 miles, including Meridian Hill Park, National Geographic Museum, and Mary McLeod Bethune Council House NHS.

Hospitals Distance

Walk: 18 mins walk / 0.9 away
0.9 mi
Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.5 away
1.5 mi
Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.9 away
1.9 mi
The Balfour has 3 hospitals within 1.9 miles, the nearest is Howard University Hospital which is 0.9 mile away and a 18 minutes drive.

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