Penn Quarter Homes under $700,000

Penn Quarter Homes under $700,000

Welcome to Penn Quarter, one of Washington D.C.'s most vibrant and culturally rich neighborhoods. Nestled in the heart of the city, this dynamic subdivision is known for its blend of historic charm and modern convenience, making it an ideal place for both professionals and families alike. With its proximity to the National Mall, numerous museums, and a variety of dining and shopping options, Penn Quarter offers an exceptional urban lifestyle.

For those seeking a home in this sought-after area, you’ll be pleased to know that there are fantastic options available under $700,000. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or looking to downsize, you’ll find a diverse selection of properties, from chic condos to cozy townhomes, all showcasing the unique character that Penn Quarter is known for. Many homes boast stunning city views, contemporary finishes, and access to community amenities that enhance your living experience.

Living in Penn Quarter means you’re just steps away from the vibrant energy of the city. Enjoy weekend strolls to the iconic National Gallery of Art or savor culinary delights at some of D.C.'s finest restaurants. With easy access to public transportation, commuting to work or exploring other neighborhoods is a breeze.

Don’t miss the opportunity to become part of this thriving community. With homes under $700,000, Penn Quarter is an inviting option for anyone looking to embrace the best of city living without compromising on comfort or style. Start your journey today and discover your perfect home in Penn Quarter!

Newest Penn Quarter Homes under $700,000

912 F St Nw Unit 900, Washington
$550,000
1 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths
Set in the heart of Penn Quarter, this light-filled one-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath loft condo offers dramatic two-story living just around the corner from historic Ford’s Theatre. Soaring windows span both levels, filling the home with natural light, while beautiful hardwood floors extend throughout the main level. The open gourmet kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a layout that overlooks the spacious living and dining area, creating an easy flow for both everyday living and entertaining. Step outside to the private balcony for additional space to relax, while a convenient powder room completes the main level. Upstairs, the lofted bedroom suite offers a generous walk-in closet, an additional closet, and a spacious full bath with dual sinks, a linen closet, and a separate water closet with a glass-enclosed shower. The in-unit washer and dryer are also conveniently located on this level. The Ventana Condominium is a pet-friendly building with a concierge and an exercise room, with water included in the condo fee. The location puts some of Washington’s most celebrated cultural, dining, and entertainment destinations just outside your door, including the National Portrait Gallery, Capital One Arena, Ford’s Theatre, the National Mall, and multiple Smithsonian museums. With Metro Center and Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter stations just a short walk away, residents have convenient access to the Red, Blue, Orange, Silver, Green, and Yellow lines, making travel throughout the city exceptionally easy.

912 F St Nw Unit 900, Washington

Listing courtesy of Compass. Contact:

616 E St Nw Unit 721, Washington
$439,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths
Experience elevated city living in this sophisticated 1-bedroom, 1-bath residence in the heart of Penn Quarter. Set within the sought-after Clara Barton, this 804-square-foot home pairs refined finishes with an easy, lock-and-leave downtown lifestyle — steps from the Metro, world-class museums, acclaimed dining, and Capital One Arena. Rich hardwood floors flow through the open living and dining area, while an outward-facing balcony — accessible from both the living room and the bedroom — frames sweeping city views. The kitchen is appointed with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a Bosch dishwasher, a Whirlpool refrigerator, a Whirlpool electric oven, and a Frigidaire microwave vented to the exterior. An efficient, well-proportioned floor plan maximizes every square foot, and storage is generous with a large walk-in closet plus an additional coat closet. The spacious bath features granite countertops and a bidet, and a stacked washer and dryer make laundry effortless at home. Recent updates include a newer water heater and newer HVAC. Built in 2004, The Clara Barton is a professionally managed, 255-unit building in the center of it all. Residents enjoy a true resort-style lifestyle: 24-hour concierge service with package collection, a rooftop pool with multiple grills, a rooftop kitchen and dining area, a full-size fitness center, a private movie theater, a conference room and business center, and a beautifully landscaped courtyard. Recent building improvements include renovated common areas in 2024, rooftop upgrades in 2022, and a resident-hallway redesign in 2020. Underground garage parking is available for rent, and the building is both pet- and investor-friendly. Location is everything. Penn Quarter puts the Metro at your doorstep, with the Gallery Place, Archives, and Judiciary Square stations all within walking distance and making commuting effortless. Union Station and Reagan National Airport are a short ride away, while the neighborhood's acclaimed restaurants, Smithsonian museums, and Capital One Arena are just steps from home. Schedule your private tour today and see why this Penn Quarter gem is ready to welcome you home.

616 E St Nw Unit 721, Washington

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Realty Services. Contact:

631 D St Nw Unit 643, Washington
$665,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths
A spacious two-level residence at The Lafayette offering the separation of a home with the convenience of Penn Quarter living. The main level features a generous living and dining area with brand-new flooring and a private balcony with fantastic city views. The open kitchen offers granite countertops, abundant cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar, while a built-in desk nook creates a dedicated space for working from home. A powder room and additional walk-in closet complete the level. Upstairs, both bedrooms are generously sized and thoughtfully separated. The primary suite features a private bath, walk-in closet and its own private balcony with city views. A second full bath and in-unit washer and dryer complete the upper level. The Lafayette offers an impressive collection of amenities, including a rooftop pool and terrace with sweeping views of Washington, grilling areas, fitness center, theater, resident lounge, business center and staffed front desk. Renovations to The Lafayette's common areas are already planned, while residents also enjoy access to the adjoining Clara Barton and its recently renovated common spaces and amenities. Connecting the two buildings is a beautifully landscaped courtyard with mature trees, walking paths and places to sit, an unexpected retreat in the middle of the city. Set in Penn Quarter with Metro, restaurants, museums, theaters, Capital One Arena and downtown DC just outside your door, #643 combines two levels, two bedrooms, 2.5 baths, two private balconies, thoughtful living and work-from-home spaces, and an exceptional collection of building amenities.

631 D St Nw Unit 643, Washington

Listing courtesy of Northgate Realty, LLC. Contact:

675 E St Nw Unit 250, Washington
$429,900
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths
Residence 250 is a rare opportunity to own in one of downtown Washington's most walkable, connected, and culturally rich neighborhoods. This 872-square-foot Penn Quarter condo offers hardwood floors, 9-foot-plus ceilings, and an open floor plan that lives larger than its footprint suggests. The oversized windows flood the space with natural light. A wall of closets in the living area solves the city storage problem decisively. The kitchen is well-appointed with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and cabinet storage that actually delivers on its promise. Spacious hallway closet. Generous bedroom closet space. The feature that sets Residence 250 apart: a private terrace accessible directly from the bedroom — one of only two in this boutique 29-unit building. Dine alfresco, read in the afternoon sun, or simply step outside into the kind of outdoor space that's genuinely rare at this price point in downtown DC. The oversized bathroom includes a soaking tub shower and large vanity. Storage unit conveys. Rental parking with EV charging is available in the underground garage. The Building The Residences at Terrell Place is a boutique, 29-unit condominium with a modernly elegant lobby, weekday concierge, and fitness room. Pets are welcome with board approval. The Location Situated in Penn Quarter at 6th and E Streets NW, this address puts residents within walking distance of the Archives–Navy Memorial–Penn Quarter Metro station, Gallery Place–Chinatown Metro, Judiciary Square Metro, and Metro Center — four stations across multiple lines, all walkable. I-395 access is minutes away. Walkable to Luke's Lobster, Gregory's Coffee, Fiolo, Jaleo by José Andrés, Rasika, The Smith, and the restaurants of CityCenterDC. Steps from Capital One Arena, the National Portrait Gallery, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, Ford's Theatre, the National Mall, and the International Spy Museum. FreshFarm Penn Quarter Farmers Market is around the corner. This is downtown Washington at its most livable — and, at $429,900, at its most accessible.

675 E St Nw Unit 250, Washington

Listing courtesy of TTR Sotheby's International Realty. Contact:

616 E St Nw Unit 407, Washington
$345,000
1 Baths
Welcome to #407 at the Clara Barton in Penn Quarter - a quiet oasis in the middle of central DC, overlooking a lush green internal courtyard! This light-filled, 608 sqft condo is well-proportioned and welcoming, with room for a large desk in the living area for easy WFH living, as well as entertaining. This residence is flooded with soft, natural light from the 3/4 length windows, and features ample storage spaces, an open kitchen and beautiful wood floors. The full size bathroom boasts a large soaking tub and storage. Can be purchased as a primary residence, or as an investment property with existing tenant! The amenity-rich Clara Barton offers the best of modern, resident-focused living: large rooftop area, outdoor pool and grills, 24 hour concierge, fitness center, conference room, movie theater and business center. Resident hallway redesign which features new flooring, lighting, and wall coverings was completed in 2020. Rooftop was updated 2024, and gym + common area redesigns in 2025. Parking is available for rent on a month-to-month basis in the underground parking lot for $285. Your private residence is just steps from the vibrancy and central location of the Penn Quarter neighborhood - featuring critically-acclaimed and Michelin-starred restaurants, museums, the National Mall and the Capital One arena. Close proximity to Metro, Union Station, Reagan National airport, main highways and 4 stops from Amazon HQ2. Welcome home!

616 E St Nw Unit 407, Washington

Listing courtesy of TTR Sotheby's International Realty. Contact:

916 G St Nw Unit 604, Washington
$479,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths
Rare opportunity to own a light-filled corner residence on the sixth floor of the sought-after Mather Studios in the heart of Penn Quarter. This authentic industrial loft offers a spacious one-bedroom, one-bathroom layout with walls of oversized windows on two exposures, filling the home with natural light and showcasing sweeping city views. Designed with timeless loft character, the residence features original exposed brick walls and ceilings, polished poured concrete floors, soaring ceilings, and an expansive open floor plan ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The gourmet kitchen is equipped with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a large center island with seating that seamlessly connects to the living and dining areas. The generously sized bedroom offers walk in closet and direct access to a spacious full bath. Thoughtful updates include a new HVAC system (2022), updated stainless steel appliances, a 4th Generation Google Nest Learning Thermostat, and motorized Yoolax smart shades in the bedroom, compatible with Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home, and Samsung SmartThings for effortless comfort and automation. Ample storage throughout completes this exceptional home. Developed by PN Hoffman in 2003, Mather Studios masterfully blends a striking 10-story historic Gothic Revival façade with contemporary loft-style interiors. This boutique condominium embraces creativity and urban living, with expansive, light-filled residences. Street-level art galleries and performance venues celebrate the neighborhood's vibrant arts scene, creating a truly distinctive residential experience. Perfectly positioned in the center of Penn Quarter, the building is just one block from Gallery Place Metro, two blocks from Metro Center, and directly across from the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library. Enjoy immediate access to acclaimed restaurants, museums, theaters, Capital One Arena, shopping, and some of Washington's best cultural attractions. The building is pet friendly and plenty of parking options nearby. Experience authentic loft living in one of Washington, DC's most distinctive boutique condominium communities.

916 G St Nw Unit 604, Washington

Listing courtesy of Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.. Contact:

631 D St Nw Unit 633, Washington
$675,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths
Welcome to this 1-bedroom + a den Residence, 633 at The Lafayette, a rarely available corner residence in the heart of historic Penn Quarter. Perched on the sixth floor with a private balcony and expansive windows on two exposures, this light-filled home offers open city views and a level of privacy rarely found in downtown living. Completely renovated in 2023, the home features a stunning kitchen with custom Cubitac cabinetry, granite countertops, under-cabinet lighting, premium Samsung Chef Collection appliances, an LG steam-clean dishwasher, and a GE refrigerator with a filtered water and ice dispenser. The flexible den provides the perfect space for a home office, guest room, or reading retreat. The luxurious bath was fully remodeled with designer tile, a marble-surround soaking tub, rain shower, custom vanity, and upgraded lighting. Additional improvements include new flooring throughout, a complete interior repaint, Samsung washer and dryer, a new Bradford White water heater, and a new Geologix heat pump installed in 2023. The Lafayette and Clara Barton together comprise one of Penn Quarter's premier condominium communities with more than 440 residences and an impressive collection of amenities, including 24-hour concierge service, a rooftop pool and sundeck, grilling areas, fitness center, media room, resident lounges, party spaces, billiards room, bike storage, and secure access. Rental parking is also available to residents. Just outside your door, enjoy some of Washington's most celebrated destinations, including Capital One Arena, the National Mall, Smithsonian museums, and the Theater District. Everyday conveniences such as Safeway and Giant are nearby, while acclaimed restaurants including Rasika and Jaleo are just a short stroll away. With Archives-Navy Memorial Metro only one block away and Gallery Place-Chinatown Metro just beyond, this exceptional residence places the very best of Washington at your doorstep.

631 D St Nw Unit 633, Washington

Listing courtesy of Samson Properties. Contact:

915 E St Nw Unit 1105, Washington
$675,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths
Welcome to Residence 1105 at The Artisan — a beautifully renovated home perched on the rarely available 11th floor in the heart of Penn Quarter. Bathed in southern light and thoughtfully redesigned throughout, this exceptional residence combines elevated finishes, generous proportions, and true downtown convenience. The open-concept kitchen has been extensively upgraded with all-new Café appliances, maintains custom Magnolia cabinetry, Bianco Carrara countertops, under-cabinet lighting, mosaic tile backsplash, and new Lefton Black Stainless Steel sink with a premium multifunction faucet system. The oversized island opens seamlessly into expansive living and dining spaces, creating an ideal layout for both entertaining and everyday living. The floor to ceiling glass door leads to a private south-facing balcony with city views and incredible natural light throughout the day. The spacious owner’s suite features a dedicated sitting area or home office nook, a custom walk-in closet, motorized black-out shades, and a fully renovated spa-inspired en-suite bath. Curated with Ashford Carrara marble, designer fixtures, a frameless LED anti-fog mirror, expanded walk-in shower with rainfall shower head, and a state-of-the-art TOTO Neorest smart toilet, the space delivers a true luxury hotel experience at home. The second bedroom is generously sized and also includes a walk-in closet with custom built-ins. The guest bathroom has been beautifully renovated with marble finishes, an expanded shower area, and high-end fixtures consistent with the home’s elevated aesthetic. Additional features include custom window treatments throughout, wide-plank LVT flooring, recessed lighting, a full-size stacked LG washer and dryer, abundant in-unit storage, and a large additional storage locker. Residents of The Artisan enjoy full-service amenities including a concierge, a fitness center, resident lounge, and an expansive rooftop terrace with panoramic city views and grilling stations. This pet-friendly building offers unmatched convenience just moments from Capital One Arena, multiple Metro lines, acclaimed restaurants, museums, shopping, and all the energy of downtown DC living. Condo fees include gas, water, trash, building maintenance, insurance, management, and reserve funds. Rental parking is available adjacent to the building and occasionally for sale within the garage below.

915 E St Nw Unit 1105, Washington

Listing courtesy of Compass. Contact:

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