As one of the world’s most well-known places thanks to the political power packed within the city limits, Washington has a truly unique population. With a unique population comes a specific set of wants and needs when it comes to identifying the most important amenities in an apartment. One amenity atop the list of many young professionals in the district is a scenic and serene apartment rooftop.
And with Washington’s 90-foot maximum height restrictions for buildings in the city, many apartments benefit from unobstructed views of some of the nation’s most iconic landmarks and memorials. Find your favorite rooftop from the selection below and see the city in a whole new light from your improved vantage point.
The Louis
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The Louis has one of the most unique and best-equipped rooftops in Washington. with a concrete fire table surrounded by cool slate-gray furniture, a massive projector screen for movie nights under the stars and potted plants all throughout adding to the ambiance, this is a great place to find yourself during a gorgeous night in our nation’s capital.
Located in Northwest Washington, the rooftop at this 268-unit community also features a professional-grade grilling station. Each grill station includes a sink and a considerable amount of counter space. Prep work is as easy here as it is at home.
Westbrooke Place
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The rooftop deck at Westbrooke Place is perfectly designed to help residents maintain a tan, unplug from the stresses of the city and enjoy a little time breathing in fresh air without having to hop behind the wheel or catch a ride on public transportation to get out of the hustle and bustle.
Located in West End just a couple blocks away from the center of Dupont Circle, the rooftop at this 202-unit community also houses a state-of-the-art grill station with a stunning view. Situated under the sun and surrounded by the sights and sounds of the city below, this is the place to be to create culinary excellence while enjoying the great outdoors in Washington.
2400 M
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An elevated oasis all its own, the rooftop at 2400 M feels like an entirely separate world from the city below. Encircled by structural scaffolding with a halo-style ring overhead, this rooftop deck is equipped with comfortable couches, circular tables and more than enough room to spread out and enjoy a little time outside among friends.
Another wonderful apartment complex in the West End neighborhood, this community is comprised of 359 units and also boasts a rooftop pool just around the corner from the elevated lounge. Rectangular in shape and versatile in practice, this stellar swim area is the ideal place to beat the heat when temperatures rise in Washington.
425 Mass
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The outdoor amenities at 425 Mass are second to none. Elevated high up above the hustle and bustle of the city below, the outdoor lounge is elegantly designed, intelligently equipped and capable of comfortably accommodating multiple groups at a time. Boasting a beautiful bar, multiple separate pockets of comfortable seating and greenery peppered throughout, stress simply has no shot of finding you up here.
Beyond the outdoor bar and lounge area, the rooftop at this 559-unit Mount Vernon Triangle community also boasts a beautiful rooftop pool. Elevated a step up from the sundeck surrounding it, this serene swim space is perfect for morning lap swimmers, sunny Sunday afternoon floaters and everyone in between. Encircled by lounge chairs, this is the ideal area to maintain that perfect tan, too.
1301 Thomas Circle
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The rooftop lounge at 1301 Thomas Circle is packed with plush seating and perfectly set up to accommodate everything from a 30th birthday bash to a quiet Sunday morning with a hot cup of coffee and an exciting new book. Whether you’re reflecting on life under the stars or enjoying the great outdoors with old friends and new neighbors, 1301 Thomas Circle has what you need to live life to the fullest every time you step foot out your front door.
Located in the highly sought-after Logan Circle Historic District, this 292-unit community also boasts a spacious pool area on the roof as well. Surrounded by lounge chairs and covered cabana-style love seats, this simple and secluded swim spot is a great place to soak in the cool water while you soak up views of the city around you.
Meridian at Mount Vernon Triangle
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The circular fire pit on the roof at Meridian at Mount Vernon Triangle is the best place to be on a starry night in the district. Surrounded by comfortable seating and situated in one of the Capital’s most prestigious neighborhoods, relaxing doesn’t even begin to describe the vibe you’re sure to encounter up here.
Around the corner from the fire pit, residents are free to take a dip in the rooftop pool, enjoy a meal al fresco at one of the many tables peppered throughout the space or think about life with the beautiful city as your backdrop. Regardless of how you’re looking to pass the time, you can do it all from the rooftop at this Mount Vernon Triangle apartment community.
Capitol View on 14th
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Capitol View on 14th boasts one of the best outdoor dining setups in the city. Situated on the roof and surrounded by manicured greenery, this eight-person dining table is ideal for hosting old friends, meeting new neighbors or impressing that special someone on date night.
Just a few blocks off the Howard University campus, the rooftop at this 238-unit Columbia Heights complex also includes a small pool, a zen fountain and a grill station with not one but two state-of-the-art gas grills. From eating outdoors to quick dips in the pool and more, this rooftop has it all and then some.
Avalon at Gallery Place
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With artificial turf underfoot and blue skies overhead, the outdoor dining area on the roof at Avalon Gallery Place acts as an excellent escape for the residents of this 203-unit apartment community. Shielded from the high winds that often plague rooftop lounges and lined with lush greenery, this is a cool spot to host a dinner party or have drinks with old friends.
In addition to the dining area, this rooftop also boasts two gas grills, a tanning terrace with a full row of lounge chairs and even a covered seating area with couches and a flatscreen TV. Take a trip to the top floor, take a load off and love the apartment life when you call Avalon at Gallery Place Home.
AVA NoMa
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As the name implies, AVA NoMa is located in Washington’s highly sought-after NoMa neighborhood. Surrounded by cool shops, trendy bars and top-notch restaurants the elegant rooftop at this 438-unit community fits into the neighborhood thanks to its chill vibes, modern decor and intelligent design.
Equipped with a rectangular fire table, a large pool with in-water tables and a seamless transition between the outdoor terrace and the indoor lounge, this is the place to be if you want to enjoy stellar views of the district all year long. Whether you’re checking out the skyline while taking a soak or enjoying a game of pool in the indoor lounge with a new neighbor, you can do it all up here.
Meridian on First
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The rooftop at Meridian on First features an artisan fire table, multiple dining tables with comfortable seating and stunning views all from the large outdoor layout. With a sizable bar, a flatscreen TV and manicured greenery all throughout the space, there’s something for everyone at this elevated oasis.
Located in the hip Navy Yard neighborhood, this 275-unit complex is within walking distance of Nationals Park, Audi Field and more unique Washington attractions. With all this going on right in your backyard, the rooftop at Meridian on First is just one of the many options for entertainment residents can enjoy just steps from their front doors.
Your Washington, D.C., rooftop is waiting
Whether you’re a rooftop griller, a morning lap swimmer or simply someone that needs easy access to fresh air to stay sane, the Washington rooftops featured on this list all go above and beyond and provide residents with so much more than just the basics. Find your favorite place in the selection above and fill out your application today.
