1353 Kennedy St NW
Description
Right on your doorstep, Kennedy Street has become a dining destination in its own right. Taqueria Distrito Federal (805 Kennedy St, 0.3 mi) is widely celebrated as some of the most authentic Mexican food...Spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home in the heart of 16th Street Heights, one of DC's most vibrant and walkable neighborhoods. Features include generous sized rooms, outdoor space, and one off-street parking space — a rare find in the city. Tenants responsible for all utilities. Restaurants & Dining
Right on your doorstep, Kennedy Street has become a dining destination in its own right. Taqueria Distrito Federal (805 Kennedy St, 0.3 mi) is widely celebrated as some of the most authentic Mexican food in DC, with hand-pressed tortillas and killer margaritas. Shellfish Market (443 Kennedy St, 0.5 mi) is a buzzy seafood bar and grill perfect for date nights. Head to Georgia Avenue for Oohh's & Aahh's (5933 Georgia Ave, 0.5 mi), a beloved DC soul food institution, and Seven Seas (5915 Georgia Ave, 0.5 mi), a Latin restaurant open late on weekends. Moreland's Tavern (5501 14th St, 0.4 mi) rounds things out as a cozy neighborhood bar and grill with excellent burgers. Public Transportation
The property is exceptionally well-positioned between two Metro lines. Takoma Station (Red Line) is approximately 1.5 miles north, offering direct service downtown and into Maryland. Georgia Ave–Petworth Station (Green & Yellow Lines) is approximately 1.5 miles south, connecting to U Street, Columbia Heights, and beyond. Multiple Metrobus routes stop at Kennedy & 14th St and Kennedy & 16th St NW, just steps from the front door, providing frequent service across the city without needing to drive. For drivers, the property offers quick access to Rock Creek Parkway, one of DC's most scenic and efficient commuter corridors, providing a stress-free, traffic-light-free route south through the park and connecting directly to the Theodore Roosevelt Bridge and I-66 into Virginia — ideal for commuters heading to Arlington, Rosslyn, or beyond.
- Listed by Jonathan W Eng • Century 21 Redwood RealtyP: (202)-327-0781 jonathan@c21redwood.com
Property Details for 1353 Kennedy Street Northwest
Property Details for 1353 Kennedy Street Northwest
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | DCDC2248162 |
| Days on Market | 67 |
| Pet Policy | - |
| Rental Incentives | - |
| Costs & Fees | - |
| Available Date | 03/15/2026 |
| Lease Term | - |
| Furnished | - |
| Property Type | Rental |
| MLS Type | Residential Lease / Other |
| Year Built | 1925 |
| Lot Size | 0.10 AC / 4,160 SF |
| County | District of Columbia |
Location
Building Information for 1353 Kennedy Street Northwest
Property Information for 1353 Kennedy Street Northwest
- School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- School District County ID: 121140357950
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- County: WASHINGTON
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
- Senior Community: No
- Land Use Code: 0
- Historic: No
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- Date Available: 03-15-2026
- Security Deposit: $4,500
- Minimum Lease in Months: 12
- Maximum Lease in Months: 36
- Pets Allowed: No
- Smoking Allowed: No
- Tenant Pays: Internet, Insurance, Lawn/Tree/Shrub Care, Light Bulbs/Filters/Fuses/Alarm Care, Utilities - All, Other
- LeaseLink URL: https://apply.link/okKwamM
- Rent Spree Online Application: Yes
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
- # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 1
- # Bedrooms Lower Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 1
- Stories: Lower 1, Upper 1
- Total Finished SQFT: 1,738.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,738.00
- Total SQFT: 1,900.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Construction Materials: Stucco
- Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Heated, Fully Finished, Outside Entrance, Interior Access, Rear Entrance
- Foundation Details: Slab
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Lower Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 2
- Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Parcel ID: 16042771
- Type Of Parking: On Street, Driveway
- Driveway - # of Spaces: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 1
- Accessibility Features: None
- Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
- Pool: No Pool
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Private Sewer
- List Agent AOR: Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS
- List Agent URL: yourrealtorjonathan.com
Property History for 1353 Kennedy Street Northwest
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 10, 2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2248162 | $4,500 | — |
| Mar 28, 2016 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #1008126706 | $2,999 | — |
| Feb 28, 2016 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1008126706 | $3,600 | — |
| Jul 20, 2012 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #1009593958 | $2,400 | — |
| May 18, 2012 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1009593958 | $2,400 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 03/10/2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2248162 | $4,500 |
| 03/28/2016 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #1008126706 | $2,999 |
| 02/28/2016 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1008126706 | $3,600 |
| 07/20/2012 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #1009593958 | $2,400 |
| 05/18/2012 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1009593958 | $2,400 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Schools near 1353 Kennedy Street Northwest
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | PK to 5 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
John Lewis Elementary School PublicPK to 5 | ||
MacFarland Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Roosevelt High School @ MacFarland Public9 to 12 | ||
Dorothy I. Height Elementary School PublicPK to 5 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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