The Floridian Condominiums
Located at 919 and 929 Florida Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20001 | U Street Corridor
One of the larger and most modern looking condo communities in the buzzy U Street Corridor is the aptly named Floridian. Located along the intersection of Florida and Vermont Avenues, this eight-story complex with its cubist panels is actually made up of two side-by-side buildings at 919 and 929 Florida Avenue. Designed by renowned architect Eric Colbert for Kady Development, the project with its 118 condo residences was completed in 2008.
The U Street Corridor is a narrow strip of urban territory extending just a few blocks north and south of U Street itself, and it often overlaps with neighboring communities as well. In this case, the Floridian is not only associated with a vital and creative corridor that was known as Black Broadway a century ago, but also the next-door neighborhoods of Shaw and Pleasant Plains. The 118 condos at the Floridian come in a wide array of layouts from studios to three bedrooms, and from around 425 to 1,765 square feet in size. Extra roomy penthouses are found at the top levels. This is an area that has seen a lot of new condominium construction in recent years, and this particular complex was at the forefront of a lot of activity in the early 2000s. Other condo buildings of note in the area include Rhapsody right across the street, as well as Union Row, 2020 Lofts, and 2030 Atlantic Plumbing.
More About the Floridian, Washington, DC
As mentioned above, the Floridian is comprised of two side-by-side buildings, each with its own address, fronting along Florida Avenue. While quite similar in style, there are some textural differences, with Colbert electing to use subtle yellow, green, and off-white tones between the huge windows in one section, creating a pattern almost reminiscent of a Rubic s cube, while the other building features pale earth tones. There is a third component to the rear, resulting in something of an overall U-shape with a central urban courtyard entry. The overall result is one of multi-sectional modernism from the outside. Once you enter the condo residences themselves, you ll discover industrial-hip finishes with raw concrete ceilings, exposed overhead ductwork, and loft-style bedrooms. There were different floor choices at the time of construction, including maple, bamboo, and wide-plank oak. The kitchens are open and attractive with various stone components for the counters including quartz and dark granite. These choices were locked in during the early stages of construction and presales, and current resale units can therefore be different from one appealing residence to the next. Additionally, some owners have done their own subsequent remodels.
Most condos at the Floridian come with some manner of private outdoor space, from patios at the ground level to small Juliet or larger extended balconies on the upper levels, and even larger terraces for the penthouses. There are some nice common amenities for residents as well, such as secure parking, bicycle storage, and a terrific roof desk with impressive skyline views. The location is also noteworthy, close to the Atlas District with its live music venues as well as well-known performance spaces such as the U Street Music Hall and the restored Howard Theatre. The 9:30 Club and the Atlantis Club are a few doors down the street, the African Civil War Museum is a few blocks south, and Whole Foods is two blocks north. In other words, there are all sorts of places to go and things to do in all directions.
To learn more about condos for sale at the Floridian, please call Andre Perez at District Partners at Compass, 202-400-3040.
The Floridian, District of Columbia FAQs
Q: Are there any Metrorail stops in the area in case I would rather not drive around DC?
A: Yes, the U Street Station is nearby as is the Shaw-Howard University Station.
Q: Where is Howard University itself in relationship to the Floridian?
A: The Howard University campus is only about a half-dozen blocks away to the northeast, via Florida Avenue and Sherman Ave.
Q: Is there a swimming pool at the Floridian?
A: No, there is not. But you may want to look into the nearby Banneker Pool. This public swimming facility with its 50-meter lanes has long been considered one of the best in the region.
Q: What is the price range of condos at the Floridian?
A: Prices fluctuate at all condo buildings over time. However, recent sales at the Floridan have ranged from around $420,000 to $850,000, depending on size and other factors.
