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S1
$2,028 - $2,253
Studio, 1 Bath
, 384 - 428 Sq. Ft.
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11 Rentals Available
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Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
0109
$2,191
428 Sq. Ft.
Now
0802
$2,179
399 Sq. Ft.
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0302
$2,133
399 Sq. Ft.
Now
A2
$2,648 - $2,912
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 539 - 540 Sq. Ft.
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8 Rentals Available
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Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
0617
$2,761
539 Sq. Ft.
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0518
$2,739
539 Sq. Ft.
Now
1017
$2,793
539 Sq. Ft.
Now
A9
$2,915 - $3,027
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 560 - 568 Sq. Ft.
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4 Rentals Available
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
1011
$2,915
567 Sq. Ft.
Now
0910
$2,924
568 Sq. Ft.
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0711
$2,992
567 Sq. Ft.
8/7/26
A4
$3,069 - $3,207
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 605 Sq. Ft.
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3 Rentals Available
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Sq. Ft.
Available
0701
$3,069
605 Sq. Ft.
Now
0401
$3,182
605 Sq. Ft.
8/18/26
0601
$3,207
605 Sq. Ft.
8/29/26
A3
$2,691 - $2,848
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 545 - 549 Sq. Ft.
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2 Rentals Available
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Sq. Ft.
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U-G12
$2,691
549 Sq. Ft.
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0913
$2,848
548 Sq. Ft.
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A6
$3,985
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 781 - 783 Sq. Ft.
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Aug. 12
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
0514
$3,985
783 Sq. Ft.
8/12/26
A7
$4,203
1 Bed, 2 Baths
, 856 Sq. Ft.
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Aug. 16
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
0922
$4,203
856 Sq. Ft.
8/16/26
A10
$3,577
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 640 - 641 Sq. Ft.
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Aug. 26
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
0907
$3,577
640 Sq. Ft.
8/26/26
A1
$2,702
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 495 Sq. Ft.
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Sep. 2
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Sq. Ft.
Available
1009
$2,702
495 Sq. Ft.
9/2/26
New
B3
$4,500 - $5,099
2 Beds, 2 Baths
, 937 Sq. Ft.
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4 Rentals Available
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Sq. Ft.
Available
0216
$4,500
937 Sq. Ft.
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0816
$5,099
937 Sq. Ft.
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0616
$5,099
937 Sq. Ft.
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B2
$4,179 - $4,624
2 Beds, 2 Baths
, 929 - 933 Sq. Ft.
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Aug. 8
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
0306
$4,624
930 Sq. Ft.
8/8/26
0206
$4,524
930 Sq. Ft.
8/15/26
0406
$4,624
930 Sq. Ft.
8/22/26
B1
$4,069 - $4,094
2 Beds, 2 Baths
, 842 Sq. Ft.
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3 Rentals Available
Unit
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Sq. Ft.
Available
0521
$4,069
842 Sq. Ft.
Now
0321
$4,069
842 Sq. Ft.
8/16/26
0721
$4,094
842 Sq. Ft.
9/5/26
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* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
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The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Application
Application Fee Per Applicant
$54
Due at Move-In
Amenity Fee
$225
Other
Covered
Surface Lot
Garage
Dogs
Dog Fee
$500
Dog Rent
$60 / mo
Cats
Cat Fee
$500
Cat Rent
$60 / mo
Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Property Highlights
Live carefree every day. Balsa, brand new apartment homes in Washington, D.C., coming home feels like you're on vacation. With impressive finishes and resort quality amenities, our apartments make it possible to live beyond your expectations. With so much to do in the perfect D.C. location, a vibrant new lifestyle awaits. Embrace it.
Air Conditioner
Backlit Mirrors in Bathrooms
Bike Racks
Built-in Book or Display Shelves*
Built-in Trash and Recycling Receptacles
Caseta Wireless Smart Lighting Upgrade*
CORT Furnished Units Available*
Craft Coffee Bar with Local Favorites
Custom Black Tiled Bathroom Floors
Custom Built-in Wardrobes*
Custom Designer Wooden-shelf Closets
Custom Lighting Package
Efficient Appliances
Energy-efficient Appliance Suite
Entryway Mudbench with Storage*
Exterior Courtyards with Plush Landscaping
Extra Storage
Full-size Washer and Dryer
Glass-surround Shower*
Juliette Balcony*
Kitchen Islands with Bartop Seating*
Large Soaking Tubs with Tile Surround*
Lutron Smart Roller Shades
Moen Matte Black Fixtures and Cabinet Hardware
Neutral Interiors for Easy Decorating
Off Street Parking
ORI Semi-Furnished Homes*
Oversized Windows allow for Natural Light
Private Resident Seating Nooks Throughout
Resident Perks Program
Revalia Kitchen Backsplash
Sleek Tuxedo Cabinetry*
Smart Home & Building Technology
Smart Home Technology
Soft-close Cabinetry
Spanish Speaking Staff
Wheelchair Access
Wood-inspired Plank Flooring
Work from Home Pods
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Balcony
Cable Ready
Dishwasher
Disposal
Furnished
Handrails
Heating
High Ceilings
Island Kitchen
Kitchen
Microwave
Patio
Quartz Countertops
Refrigerator
Tub/Shower
Washer/Dryer
Community Features
24 Hour Access
Business Center
Clubhouse
Concierge
Courtyard
Elevator
Fitness Center
Furnished Units Available
Garages
Gated
Grill
Maintenance on site
Package Service
Property Manager on Site
Public Transportation
Recycling
Roof Terrace
Sauna
Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable100 / 100
Transit
Exceptional public transit100 / 100
Driveability
Fairly drivable40 / 100
Bikeability
Very bikeable80 / 100
Scores provided by
Soundscore ™
Busy64 / 100
Scores provided by
HowLoud
Transit
Subway
Metro Center
1 min Drive
Subway
Mcpherson Square
1 min Drive
Subway
Federal Triangle
1 min Drive
Subway
Gallery Place-Chinatown
1 min Drive
Subway
Farragut North
2 min Drive
Commuter Rail
L'enfant
3 min Drive
Commuter Rail
Union Station
4 min Drive
Airport
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
9 min Drive
Airport
Washington Dulles International
44 min Drive
Airport
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall
46 min Drive
Moving to National Mall, Washington, DC
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate Balsa proximity to Gallery Place, CityMarket at O, and 1516 U St NW. Gallery Place is 0.8 miles away, and CityMarket at O is within a 15 minute walk.
Commuting
With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 100, National Mall is exceptional public transit. Within 6.6 miles of Balsa, you’ll find Mcpherson Square, Metro Center, and Farragut North.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near Balsa are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 1 mile, including Mary McLeod Bethune Council House NHS, National Geographic Museum, and National Aquarium.
Airports
Living in National Mall provides easy access to Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located just 10 minutes from Balsa. Another nearby airport is Washington Dulles International, located 27.8 miles away.
Property Details
Live carefree every day. Balsa, brand new apartment homes in Washington, D.C., coming home feels like you're on vacation. With impressive finishes and resort quality amenities, our apartments make it possible to live beyond your expectations. With so... much to do in the perfect D.C. location, a vibrant new lifestyle awaits. Embrace it.
Live carefree every day. Balsa, brand new apartment homes in Washington, D.C., coming home feels like you're on vacation. With impressive finishes and resort quality amenities, our apartments make it possible to live beyond your expectations. With so much to do in the perfect D.C. location, a vibrant new lifestyle awaits. Embrace it.
Balsa is located in Washington, DC in the 20005 zip code.
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Property Address: 1313 L St NW, Washington, DC 20005
A pipe ruptured above my unit, dumping water all over my apartment, bed, and belongings. I wasn’t compensated for the damage or time I had to spend living in a smaller model unit. Additionally, as other reviews have noted, the tap water is periodically putrid and sulfuric. I was told this issue had been resolved prior to my signing a lease, but this was blatantly false.
I also want to caution against this property's lack of transparency regarding its many fees, including a $500 "admin" fee and... $225 amenity fee, for access to the roof that they significantly restrict. When touring, they suggested I could use the common areas to host guests, but only later informed me of the strict limit of only a couple guests per resident, instead offering me use of the dining room that costs hundreds of dollars to rent out. The sticker price of these apartments is deceptive; the true cost of living here is far greater than they let on, while the experience is far worse than represented.
They will try to lure you in with flashy features like an outdoor TV they never provide a remote for, rooftop fire pits that don't work, and an ice cream machine, which I have not seen in use a single time since moving in. Do not fall for it!
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9/29/25
Verified Renter
It was difficult trying to get the move in process started because we weren’t sent the welcome letter which tells us next steps. Also the bellhop to help with moving in was no where to be found so it was a lot of trips. But the building is beautiful and the people are nice.
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Property Manager at Balsa responded to this review
Thank you for sharing your experience. We apologize for the initial challenges you faced during the move-in process and appreciate your patience. It's great to hear that you find our building beautiful and enjoy the community. We value your feedback... and will work on improving our communication and support for future residents.
Sincerely, The Balsa Management Team
9/20/25
Verified Renter
Marcus was terrific. Highly professional and welcoming. Our move was not easy from CT to DC but everyone was helpful during the move in process at Balsa.
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Property Manager at Balsa responded to this review
Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us. We're glad to hear that Marcus and our team were able to assist you during your move. We appreciate your kind words and are here to support you as you settle in.
Sincerely, The Balsa... Management Team
9/17/25
Verified Renter
My experience at Balsa has been great so far. I enjoy hanging out in the common spaces and also using the gym. I would definitely recommend to others.
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Property Manager at Balsa responded to this review
Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us! It's wonderful to hear that you enjoy our common spaces and gym. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to continuing to provide a great environment for you.
Sincerely, The Balsa... Management Team
9/11/25
Verified Renter
My experience has been awesome so far! Everyone on staff is so kind and willing to help you out. Moving in was the easiest move in experience I’ve ever had. My apartment is modern, clean, and luxurious. Also the amenities within the building are extraordinary, I was genuinely in shock when I first saw the gym!
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Property Manager at Balsa responded to this review
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that your move-in process was smooth and that you're enjoying the modern features and amenities. It's great to know that our team has been helpful and welcoming. We hope... you continue to have an amazing time in our community.
