$20k Closing Costs. Pet Friendly. Investor Friendly. Roof Deck + Balcony + Luxury. An oasis of calm and privacy in the heart of the city, this property presents an exceptional opportunity to elevate your lifestyle in a stunning penthouse, with walls of windows, an entertainer's dream roof deck, panoramic views including the Washington Monument, and a large balcony off of the living and bedroom areas of the main floor. This sophisticated 2-bed plus den, 2-bath residence features exceptional urban design. It has an open-concept layout and excellent indoor-outdoor flow. Fold back the glass doors to the balcony - perfect for your morning coffee or for a great dinner party that starts and finishes with sunset drinks on your private rooftop. Thermador appliances and European cabinetry make this home as functional as it is beautiful. A large, waterfall-style, quartz breakfast bar anchors the kitchen and invites easy conversation. Tall ceilings, double-pane windows for quiet efficiency, and wide-plank, reclaimed oak hardwood floors add to the sense of luxurious private retreat. Sliding privacy doors separate the living areas from the sleeping quarters, allowing the entire main level to be opened up during the daytime. The primary suite includes an expansive walk-in closet and a spa-inspired bathroom with dual vanity and oversized walk-in shower. The versatile second bedroom/office, also on the main floor, has a large closet and access to the beautiful guest bathroom next to the front door. Upstairs, you'll find a bright den which opens up fully to a large private roof deck made of FSC-certified hardwood, surrounded by green roof plantings. This den can serve as an amazing party space, an extra sitting room, or an office, and it has space for a single bed or daybed too. Unit 401 is the premier unit in this LEED Gold-certified, boutique building known as ArtView. It comes with a private storage space and an indoor communal bike rack. Secure entry and fob-only access to go up the elevator or stairwell. Rental parking is usually available offsite nearby at 2131 9th St NW. There is potential for secure onsite parking for a motorbike or electric scooter, to be discussed. There is great coffee and Ethiopian take-out at Habesha Market across the street, and pizza next door. Check out too the cool cocktail bar/speakeasy that you can access directly from the lower level of Artview. With easy access to Metro, Howard University, the 9:30 Club, the historic Lincoln Theater, the Howard Theater, vibrant U St, Logan Circle, and NoMa, this home puts city life right at your doorstep.