About
Blackbird sits on Pennsylvania Avenue SE in Washington, DC, with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Inside the homes, you’ll find modern finishes like GE stainless steel appliances, Caesarstone organic countertops, wide-plank gray-stained wood flooring, and floor-to-ceiling windows (plus custom window shades). Some homes also include built-ins, accent shelving, and private balconies. Around the building, Blackbird has a sun-drenched courtyard pool with a pool bar and lounging area, a resident rooftop lounge, and a fully equipped fitness center with Peloton bikes. Convenience runs deep too: secured lobby access, garage parking, EV charging stations, a bike repair facility, a dedicated mailroom with package lockers, and cold storage for perishable deliveries. The Roost, a 12,500-square-foot food hall, is located right at Blackbird.
Rent by bedroom
| Home | Starting rent | Floor plans |
|---|---|---|
| Studio335 sq ft | From $1,522/mo | 1 |
| 2 Bedroom876 sq ft | Contact for pricing | 1 |
Floor Plans
2 floor plans · 335–876 sq ft.
Current availability is not tracked for this community. Contact the property or visit the official property website for available homes. Floor-plan details describe the community and do not indicate current unit availability.
Studios
1 plan · 335 sq ft2 Bedroom
1 plan · 876 sq ftCosts & fees
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Pets & Parking
Leasing Policies
Community Amenities
- 24-hour emergency maintenance
- Bike repair facility
- Cold storage for perishable deliveries
- Community bar and kitchen
- Concierge services
- Controlled access
- Courtyard pool
- EV charging stations
- Fitness center
- Garage parking
- Grilling stations
- Outdoor fireplace
- Package concierge system
- Package lockers
- Peloton bikes
- Resident events
- Resident rooftop lounge
Unit Features
Neighborhood
What Sets Blackbird Apart
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Common rental questions about Blackbird
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What apartments in Capitol Hill (Washington, DC) have a food hall in the building and a rooftop lounge?
Blackbird is in Capitol Hill at 1401 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, and The Roost is located right at the property. It also has a resident rooftop lounge, plus extras like a courtyard pool, fitness center with Peloton bikes, and controlled access. Floor plans include studios and a 2 bed/1 bath option.
I’m looking for apartments near the Potomac Avenue Metro station — what’s nearby with garage parking and EV charging?
Blackbird at 1401 Pennsylvania Ave. SE in Capitol Hill is close to the Potomac Avenue Metro station. You’ll get garage parking and EV charging stations, along with concierge services and package lockers. Homes range from studios to a 2 bed/1 bath layout.
What DC apartments have floor-to-ceiling windows and stainless steel appliances, plus a pool?
Blackbird in Capitol Hill has floor-to-ceiling windows, GE stainless steel appliances, Caesarstone countertops, and wide-plank wood flooring. The amenity setup includes a courtyard pool, fitness center, and grilling stations. Select homes also have built-ins and private balconies.