GW’s on-campus housing options for upperclassmen cost about $10,500 on average each academic year, equating to about $1,200 per month. The Hatchet compared the prices of similar Foggy Bottom-area apartments to find the best deals for convenient off-campus living.
The Savoy
Located at the confluence of L and 22nd streets and New Hampshire Avenue, The Savoy is an attractive option for those wishing to be slightly removed from the day-to-day bustle of campus. Offering a quiet setting and an unexpected rooftop pool for the summertime, this building is definitely one to check out for students starting their search.
The essentials:
Address: 1101 New Hampshire Ave. NW
Studio price: $1,550/month and up (utilities included)
Features: Parquet wood floors, balconies, cable available
Amenities: Sundeck and rooftop pool, 24-hour doorman, 24-hour fitness center, laundry facilities, parking ($195/month outdoors; $225/month indoors)
Security deposit: One month’s rent
Application fee: $35
The Statesman
Arguably the biggest benefit of this building is its prime location. The building, just across the street from Potomac Hall, is as close to academic buildings as many GW residence halls. Add to this the benefit of new kitchens and high-speed Internet-ready rooms and The Statesman becomes an option for junior and senior students to seriously consider.
The essentials:
Address: 2020 F St. NW
Studio price: $1,500/month and up (utilities included)
Features: Oak parquet floors, new kitchens, walk-in closets, individual temperature controls, cable and high-speed Internet available
Amenities: Sundeck, laundry facilities, fitness center, parking available (ranges from $200 to $240 per month)
Common area amenity rent: $500
Application fee: $75
Hamilton House
For the independent urban spirit, Hamilton House is a natural choice. Located on New Hampshire Avenue roughly halfway between Foggy Bottom and Dupont Circle, this self-described luxury apartment building boasts renovated kitchens and laundry facilities, plus several other quality amenities. Even so, the price of an efficiency unit is still comparable to other options in the area.
The essentials:
Address: 1255 New Hampshire Ave. NW
Studio price: $1,450/month and up (utilities included)
Features: Ceramic tile floors, renovated kitchens, new vanities, cable and high-speed Internet available
Amenities: Rooftop deck, fitness center with sauna, outdoor pool, laundry facilities, parking available ($185/month underground)
Move-in fee: $350
Application fee: $35
Bristol House
With Dupont Circle a block away from the front door, Bristol House provides easy access to local entertainment and shopping, and offers large studio apartments at relatively cheap prices to boot. The building is conveniently located just a few steps away from the southern entrance to the Dupont Circle Metro station, making commuting to other parts of D.C. a simple affair. Walking to campus is the best option to get to GW.
The essentials:
Address: 1400 20th St. NW
Studio price: Ranges from $1,300 to $1,500/month (utilities included)
Features: Hardwood floors, central air conditioning, cable and Internet available
Amenities: Sundeck, laundry facilities, fitness center, parking available (ranges from $200 to $230 per month)
Move-in fee: $300
Application fee: $45
Potomac Park & The York
These two buildings, located next to each other on the southern end of GW’s campus, are easy choices for students looking to save as much money as they can. With attractively low prices and ample amenities, Potomac Park and The York are both ideal for students renting on a tight budget, not to mention advantageously located close to academic buildings.
The essentials:
Address: 510 21st St. NW (Potomac Park) and 532 21st St. NW (The York)
Studio price: Ranges from $1,125 to $1,325/month
Features: Hardwood floors, spacious closets, cable and Internet available
Amenities: Sundeck, laundry facilities, parking available ($170/month outdoors; $190/month indoors)
Security deposit: $300
Application fee: $50
