The Collection at R Street Condos
Located at 442 R Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 | Shaw
Located in the heart of Washington, DC’s vibrant Shaw community is a new boutique residential development with a wide appeal. Completed in 2023, the Collection at R Street was a collaboration between the neighborhood’s local R Street Development, the Fred Schinder Investment Group, and architects Teass\Warren. The project began with the renovation of the historic Morse School which dates back to the 1880s, and then adding new modernist structures to either side.
There are 21 new residences in all at this stunning new project, with a surprising number of floorplans that includes flats, lofts, penthouses, contemporary townhouses, and classic rowhouses. Shaw, with its long and culturally significant history has been going through a transformative process in recent years, including a number of condominium projects. The Collection is right across from the Centrie, while Adora, Perla, and Aperture are some other recent arrivals in the neighborhood.
More About the Collection at R Street, Washington, DC
The Collection at R Street is appropriately named, given the unusual range of lifestyle options. The 12 flats within the old schoolhouse feature two-bedroom, two-bath layouts with 1,200 to 1,300 square feet of living space. The townhouses have 2,083 to 2,202 square feet of space over four levels, with three bedrooms, a den, and three baths, while the rowhouse residences range from 2,200 to 3,550 square feet of space respectively with either three or four bedrooms, and 3.5 or 4.5 baths. The finishings are top-notch throughout all the various models, with white oak floors, white quartz counters, and Bosch, Thermador, and Waterworks appliance and fixture packages. Penthouses inside the school building boast 30-foot high living spaces and private rooftop terraces.
While the townhouses and rowhouses have their own property footprint and outdoor spaces, the schoolhouse has its own two-level lobby that includes an art gallery, as well as vintage furnishings that reflect building’s history. The pet-friendly residences also have parking options, in some cases included and in others, for sale. The Shaw-Howard University Metro Station is a few blocks away for those who prefer public transit. Also worth noting is the proximity to the Shaw Dog Park, Bundy Field, Cardoza Playground, the restored Howard Theatre, the Atlantic Plumbing Cinema, and the Common Good City Farm where locals can grow their own produce. Popular neighborhood bars, bakeries, and restaurants include Beau Thai, Big Bear Café, Ambar Shaw, Dascha Beer Garden, and the Dabney.
Collection at R Street, District of Columbia FAQs
Q: Do all the residences at the Collection at R Street residences have the same street address?
A: No, the buildings are at 424, 442, and 444 R Street NW in the Shaw neighborhood. Further delineations are alphabetical, such as 424 R Steet, Unit A.
Q: When was this development built and are all buildings the same age?
A: The Morse School was built in 1883 and was in use until 1974. It was subsequently headquarters for the international non-profit Africare until 2020. The original building was then converted to condo usage, along with the ground-up construction of the two additional properties, with all work completed by 2023.
Q: Is there a Whole Foods in the Shaw neighborhood?
A: There is a Whole Foods at 967 Florida Avenue NW, less than a mile from the Collection on R Street residences.
Q: Are pets allowed at these condos and townhouses?
A: Yes, the Collection at R Street is a pet-friendly community.
