Prominently situated along Washington’s sought-after 16th Street corridor, The Chastleton is a stunning post-war gothic masterpiece infusing its street corner with a regal presence. Approached by a sweeping crescent driveway reminiscent of grand chateaus, the soaring, light-filled lobby captures the bustling streetscape through arched windows with intricate wrought iron details.
Nestled within this premier enclave is Unit 822, a spacious penthouse-level one-bedroom home spanning a generous 712 square feet. The entrance opens directly into a fully open-concept main living area. Anchoring the space is the kitchen, showcasing shaker cabinetry, full-size stainless steel appliances, and ample granite counter space afforded by both the perimeter as well as a large peninsula with integrated bar seating. Living and dining areas share a large open area, facilitating flow when entertaining, with the former featuring a full surround sound system with integrated speakers. A light-filled office nook is discreetly tucked away, ideal for working from home.
A short hallway creates additional privacy separating the bedroom into its own wing. Spacious and with a wall of glass, the ethereal bedroom has a custom double closet for ample storage space. The large bathroom is nicely appointed with a granite vanity and tiled combination tub and shower. In-unit laundry, a highly coveted amenity in a dense urban neighborhood, conveys.
Residents of The Chastleton enjoy in-home maintenance services available for select maintenance needs (at the owner’s expense), quarterly HVAC filter changes, and preventive building maintenance provided by management. Cats only are permitted, along with service animals or certified emotional support animals.
Building amenities include a 24/7 front desk and security, on-site professional management, a well-appointed fitness center, a grand ballroom for entertaining, a serene courtyard with grilling stations, bike storage, community laundry, and a spectacular rooftop deck boasting sweeping views of the National Mall, Capitol, and Cathedral.
The location is truly unparalleled—two blocks from everything the 14th Street Corridor has to offer, including Le Diplomate Restaurant, Barcelona Wine Bar, Lululemon, Madewell, Amazon Go, Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, SoulCycle, and more. Equidistant to Dupont and Logan Circles, 1701 16th Street NW #822 blends historic character with modern livability in an amenity-filled package with an irreplaceable location—offering a peerless urban lifestyle.
Being within a cooperative building, the home’s monthly fees of $1,246.24 are all-inclusive, covering maintenance, management, utilities, services, property taxes, and the underlying mortgage.
Fee breakdown: • Maintenance fee: $676.33 • Underlying mortgage: $350.01 • Property taxes: $219.89
The underlying mortgage balance as of September 2025 is $53,729.47, financed at 2.55% interest.
A coveted and sought-after parking space (#55) is available for purchase for an additional $50,000 (with an additional association fee of $29.07/month).