$2,009 – $4,951/mo

Studio–2 bedrooms
1–2 baths
474–1,108 sq ft
18 units available
Pet friendly

1920 14th St Nw, Washington, DC, 20009

As of October 14, 2026, The Louis Apartments in Washington, DC has 18 apartments for rent from $2,009 to $4,951/mo. Studios start at $2,009, one-bedrooms at $2,993, and two-bedrooms at $3,415. The average asking rent has risen 24.2% since May 4, 2026, from $2,631 to $3,268.

Floor plans

The Louis Apartments has 18 units available across 18 floor plans: 3 studio layouts (474–558 sq ft), 8 one-bedroom layouts (608–858 sq ft), and 7 two-bedroom layouts (773–1,108 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

A1

Studio • 1 Bath • 474 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,009/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
903	$2,009	474	Oct 6

A6

Studio • 1 Bath • 528 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,111/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
440	$2,111	528	Oct 6

A11

Studio • 1 Bath • 558 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,435/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
512	$2,435	558	Oct 6

C8

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 666 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,993/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
303	$2,993	666	Oct 6

D2 Den

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 794 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,017/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
727	$3,017	794	Oct 6

B7_1B1B

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 608 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,107/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
442	$3,107	608	Oct 6

C6

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 697 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,171/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
212	$3,171	697	Oct 6

D1 Den

1 Bedroom • 2 Baths • 841 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,175/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
622	$3,175	841	Oct 6

C17

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 645 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,177/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
316	$3,177	645	Oct 6

C21

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 735 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,418/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
521	$3,418	735	Oct 6

C1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 858 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,806/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
802	$3,806	858	Oct 6

E1

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 773 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,415/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
206	$3,415	773	Oct 6

E4

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 867 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,726/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
226	$3,726	867	Oct 6

E11

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 831 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,916/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
718	$3,916	831	Oct 6

E2

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 976 Sq Ft

Starting at $4,294/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
218	$4,294	976	Oct 7

E10

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,078 Sq Ft

Starting at $4,468/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
628	$4,468	1,078	Oct 6

E9

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,103 Sq Ft

Starting at $4,708/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
726	$4,708	1,103	Oct 6

E3 Den

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,108 Sq Ft

Starting at $4,951/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
219	$4,951	1,108	Oct 6

See all 73 units listed at The Louis Apartments, including ones no longer available.

Cost to rent here

At The Louis Apartments, a studio starts at about $2,713 a month all-in: $2,009 rent, $413 in listed fees, and an estimated $291 for electric, gas, water, internet, and renters insurance. A one-bedroom starts at about $3,714 and a two-bedroom at about $4,219.

All-in from$2,713/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at The Louis Apartments takes about $72,324 a year for a studio, $107,748 for a one-bedroom, and $122,940 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $2,713 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $134,000 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,713/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$134,000/yr

Income to qualify

$72,324/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at The Louis Apartments has ranged from $2,576 to $3,444. The current average is $3,268, up $637 (24.2%) from $2,631 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (136 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

The listing for The Louis Apartments shows $413 a month in fees (parking garage $325, storage space rental $75, renters liability/content property program $13) and $1,050 due at signing (community amenity fee $600, security deposit $400, application fee $50).

Rent
$2,009 – $4,951/mo
Earliest move-in
Oct 6

Monthly fees

Parking - Garage	$325/mo
Renters Liability/Content - Property Program	$13/mo
Storage Space Rental	$75/mo

Due at signing

Application Fee	$50
Community Amenity Fee	$600
Security Deposit (Refundable)	$400

Amenities

The Louis Apartments is pet friendly and has garage or covered parking and in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 19 amenities, including fitness center, pool and sundeck, and concierge.

Air Conditioning
Bbq/Picnic Area
Bike Racks
Business Center
Concierge
Controlled Access/Gated
Covered Parking
Dishwasher
Fitness Center
Fully Equipped Fitness Center

Garage Parking
Gated Access
On-Site Maintenance
Patio/Balcony
Pet Friendly
Pool And Sundeck
Swimming Pool
Walk-In Closets
Washer/Dryer

Amenity photos

Roof deck
4 photos

Location

1920 14th St Nw, Washington, DC, 20009

Resident reviews

The Louis Apartments has a 4.4 out of 5 rating from more than 100 resident reviews. Residents rate location (4.6) and amenities and shared spaces (4.3) highest and maintenance (3.5) lowest.

4.4 · 100+ reviews

Overall rating

Positive

Mixed

Neutral

Negative

Management3.9

Amenities and Shared Spaces4.3

Building Quality3.8

Location4.6

Maintenance3.5

Overall89 reviews

The Louis offers a prime location with modern amenities, including a rooftop pool, gym, and proximity to dining and shopping. Resident experiences are highly polarized: many praise the building's condition, location, and community events, while others report significant maintenance delays, communication gaps, and inconsistent front desk service. Staff quality varies considerably, with some residents highlighting exceptional service and others citing unprofessional interactions.

Management responsiveness and communication are inconsistent, with significant delays in addressing maintenance issues, security deposit returns, and leasing inquiries. Front desk and concierge staff receive consistently high praise for friendliness and helpfulness, though some staff members have been noted as unwelcoming. Maintenance requests frequently take extended periods to complete, and management office accessibility during standard business hours remains a recurring concern.

The Louis offers strong amenities including a modern gym, rooftop pool, lounge areas, and convenient ground-floor retail access. Lobby and concierge staff receive consistent praise for responsiveness and service quality. Parking fees and community utility charges are noted as significant additional costs. Some residents report maintenance responsiveness is generally good, though occasional issues with equipment upkeep and facility access policies have been mentioned.

The building features attractive amenities and a desirable location, with generally positive feedback on cleanliness and finishes. However, maintenance responsiveness is a recurring concern, with residents reporting extended delays in repairs and difficulty reaching management. Noise from the surrounding street and frequent elevator outages are also noted issues, though window insulation appears effective in some units.

The Louis offers an exceptional location in a vibrant D.C. neighborhood with walkable access to restaurants, shops, and Trader Joe's directly below the building. Residents consistently praise the convenient proximity to transit, retail, and entertainment venues, though the busy urban setting brings occasional noise from street activity and loading dock operations. Parking fees and community utility charges are noted as additional costs to factor into the rental budget.

Maintenance experiences at this property vary significantly. Positive reviews highlight responsive maintenance teams that complete repairs promptly and follow up with residents. However, negative reviews report extended delays in addressing repairs—sometimes months—with residents citing parts availability issues, lack of communication, and the need for repeated follow-ups. Common problem areas include appliance repairs, plumbing issues, and HVAC concerns.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

The Louis Apartments is very walkable and very bikeable, and transit is excellent.

Walking: Very walkable; Grade A+
Transit: Excellent; Grade B
Biking: Very bikeable; Grade A+

Climate and air quality

Air quality near The Louis Apartments was good on 150 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in July (average AQI 75, moderate). Daily highs averaged 89°F in July, the warmest month, and lows averaged 24°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

150 good-air days

of the past 365

Oct 14: Moderate, AQI 52

Oct 2025Oct 2026

Temperature

89° / 24°

average July high / January low

Oct 14: 85° high, 66° low

Oct 2025Oct 2026

Pollen

Low

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: none, grass: none, weed: low

Month	Average high	Average low	Average AQI	Good-air days
January	38°F	24°F	53 (moderate)	15 of 31
February	42°F	26°F	67 (moderate)	8 of 28
March	62°F	40°F	51 (moderate)	15 of 31
April	73°F	51°F	51 (moderate)	14 of 30
May	75°F	56°F	52 (moderate)	14 of 31
June	86°F	67°F	55 (moderate)	8 of 30
July	89°F	71°F	75 (moderate)	3 of 31
August	86°F	70°F	60 (moderate)	5 of 31
September	79°F	64°F	52 (moderate)	14 of 30
October	69°F	51°F	48 (good)	17 of 31
November	56°F	40°F	46 (good)	20 of 30
December	43°F	28°F	50 (good)	17 of 31

Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

The Louis Apartments is a 268-unit building in Washington, DC.

Make The Louis your new home in Washington, DC. When you just want some time at home, The Louis provides the comfortable luxury and modern touches you deserve. Our studio, one-, and two-bedroom residences feature finishes like natural wood floors, designer fixtures, stainless appliances, and open floorplans. Contemporary living has never been so accessible. All the authenticity, creativity, and fun the U street corridor has to offer converges in your new home. The history of 14th and U is rich and unique, and The Louis honors that history with it's clean lines, monochromatic tones, and vintage-inspired accents. you'll experience luxurious, sustainable living at The Louis, while enjoying amenities that reflect the U street corridor by bringing you and your neighbors together.

Building
Apartment · Mid-Rise
Total units
268

Nearby schools

The closest school to The Louis Apartments is Ec Mazique Municipal Child Development Center, a private preschool less than 0.1 miles away. The closest public school is Garrison Elementary School, 0.3 miles away.

School	Type	Level	Distance
Ec Mazique Municipal Child Development Center Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.1 mi
St. Augustine School Private · Middle	Private	Middle	0.1 mi
Martha's Table Child And Parent Cen Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.1 mi
Meridian PCS Charter · Middle	Charter	Middle	0.2 mi
Semillitas Child Development Center Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.2 mi
Future Leaders Academy @Ymca Anthony Bowen Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.2 mi
Ec Mazique Parent Child Center Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.3 mi
Edward C Mazique Parent Child Care Center Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.3 mi
Garrison Elementary School Public · Elementary	Public	Elementary	0.3 mi
Ross Elementary School Public · Elementary	Public	Elementary	0.5 mi