Off-Campus Apartments Near Downtown D.C. and Howard University
Howard University Off-Campus Living
If you're starting your search for off-campus apartments near Downtown D.C. and Howard University, 1630 Park is worth a look. Our community of rent-controlled apartments is in Mount Pleasant, just around the corner from the history, culture, and excitement of Mount Pleasant Street. The community also gives you access to everyday conveniences like on-site parking, bike storage, and secure package delivery to make your routine easier to manage. Here's a peek into life around our neighborhood.
Getting to Howard University From Mount Pleasant
Getting to campus is a short trip away, with a number of options to get there. You don’t need a car to get around, but if you do prefer to drive, our community has on-site parking available.
Public Transit
Door to door runs 20 to 26 minutes depending on which bus you catch, with the fastest options landing around 20 minutes.
Biking
About 10 minutes.16th Street has bike lanes the whole way down, and Capital Bikeshare docks are a block away.
Travel times can vary. The timeframes above are provided by Google Maps and can differ depending on time of day and where you're going on campus.
Culture and Convenience Built In
Shopping & Errands: Target is a couple blocks away, making for easy grocery runs and shopping for other essentials.
Parks & Recreation: Meridian Hill Park has an open lawn and a Sunday drum circle. Rock Creek Trails is a short ride out, but a great way to blow off steam and get out in nature.
Coffee Shops & Study Spots: Settle into a quiet corner at Ellē or Dos Gringos; both have strong coffee and a laidback environment to get you through a reading assignment.
Bars & Restaurants: Purple Patch is a great spot for a casual drink after a long week of classes. Looking for a different vibe? There are lots of other places to check out around the neighborhood.
Everyday Perks at 1630 Park
Our community is set up to make home life easier, whether that’s taking care of daily errands, having secure package delivery, or getting back to your apartment without hauling groceries up flights of stairs.
- Getting Around: Bike storage, on-site parking
- Everyday Convenience: Package room, on-site laundry, 24/7 emergency maintenance
- Security: Controlled access, elevator
Check the full amenities list to see everything that’s included.
Furnish Your Apartment with CORT
CORT Furniture Rental offers incredibly priced packages for students to make move-in a breeze. Choose stylish pieces, flexible lease options, and fast delivery-everything you need to feel at home from day one. Just submit an inquiry to get started.
A Neighborhood That Works With Your Budget
1630 Park pairs a rent-controlled lease with a Mount Pleasant address filled with character, culture, and easy access to Howard University. Whether you’re just trying to get to and from campus easily or want to live in a more rooted community with a farmers market, drum circle, and independent restaurants, everything you need is right here. Browse the floor plans and book a tour when you're ready to see the building for yourself.