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1.6 miles to SAIS

Rent Specials

Move in by 7/31 for one month free!* Ask about extra savings. *Restrictions apply.

Floor Plan Models and Units
Number of BedroomsNumber of BathroomsRent RangeSquare FootageName of Floor PlanUnit NumberAvailabilityNewly AddedView More Details
Beds Baths Rent Sq. Ft. Availability
1 Bathroom $2,525 - $3,030 626 Available Now
Available Now $2,525 - $3,030 626Sq. Ft.
1 Bathroom $2,840 - $3,378 762 8/6/25
8/6/25 $2,840 - $3,378 762Sq. Ft.
1 Bathroom $2,900 - $3,306 755 Available Now
Available Now $2,900 - $3,306 755Sq. Ft.
1 Bathroom $2,695 - $3,056 619 Available Now
Available Now $2,695 - $3,056 619Sq. Ft.
1 Bathroom $2,295 - $2,582 530 Available Now
Available Now $2,295 - $2,582 530Sq. Ft.
1 Bathroom $2,375 - $2,717 585 7/26/25
7/26/25 $2,375 - $2,717 585Sq. Ft.
1 Bathroom $2,855 - $3,316 771 Available Now
Available Now $2,855 - $3,316 771Sq. Ft.
1 Bathroom $2,970 - $3,280 757 8/18/25
8/18/25 $2,970 - $3,280 757Sq. Ft.
1 Bathroom $2,420 - $2,712 665 10/7/25
10/7/25 $2,420 - $2,712 665Sq. Ft.
1 Bathroom $3,180 - $3,477 795 Available Now
Available Now $3,180 - $3,477 795Sq. Ft.
Available Now $4,860 - $5,310 1,298Sq. Ft.
9/9/25 $5,490 - $6,002 1,326Sq. Ft.
9/26/25 $4,900 - $5,357 1,425Sq. Ft.
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

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  • Undergraduates
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Vela

The Yards most anticipated contemporary residential building has arrived at the waterfront. All great things begin in light. Vela's Scandinavian design and elevated amenities bring calm, balance, and well-being into the place you can call home.... Embracing lightness, beauty, and simplicity, this little peace of home embodies the vital qualities of warmth and comfort with wide views of possibility that reach in every direction.

Now leasing one- and two- bedroom apartments, penthouses, and townhomes.

Office Hours

Sunday12:00 PM–5:00 PM
Monday9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM–5:00 PM
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Professionally managed by Brookfield Properties

Lease Terms

  • 12 month lease

Rental License

  • Not Required/Exempt

Contact

Brookfield Properties

Amenities

Community Features

  • Bike Racks
  • Clubhouse
  • Fitness Room
  • Full-time Maintenance Staff
  • Pool
  • Secure bike storage

Unit Features

  • Garden/Yard
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Kitchen
  • Patio, Balcony, Porch or Deck

Unique Features

  • *select apartments
  • Balconies
  • Bike storage
  • Coworking spaces
  • Destination Dispatch
  • Floor-to-ceiling windows*
  • Front-loading washer and dryer*
  • Guest parking
  • Hardwood flooring*
  • High-speed WiFi throughout amenity areas
  • Kitchen islands*
  • Latch keyless apartment and building entry system
  • LEED certified
  • Outdoor courtyard within the lobby
  • Pedestrian friendly, curb-less entry points
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Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Cats Allowed

  • Monthly Pet Rent
    $0
  • One Time Fee
    $0
  • Pet Deposit
    $0

Dogs Allowed

  • Monthly Pet Rent
    $0
  • One Time Fee
    $0
  • Pet Deposit
    $0

Shopping Centers

The YardsWalk: 5 min (0.3 mi)
Union StationWalk: 32 min (1.7 mi)
Gallery PlaceWalk: 44 min (2.3 mi)

Military

Marine Corps BarracksWalk: 17 min (0.9 mi)
Washington Navy YardWalk: 11 min (0.6 mi)
Fort McNairWalk: 22 min (1.1 mi)

Transit / Subway

Navy YardWalk: 4 min (0.2 mi)
Waterfront-SeuWalk: 16 min (0.8 mi)
Capitol SouthWalk: 15 min (0.8 mi)
Eastern MarketWalk: 21 min (1.1 mi)
L'enfantWalk: 30 min (1.6 mi)
4Walk: 30 min (1.6 mi)
AnacostiaWalk: 26 min (1.4 mi)
Union StationWalk: 33 min (1.7 mi)
LeadWalk: 36 min (1.9 mi)
Crystal CityDrive: 8 min (4.3 mi)

Airports

Ronald Reagan Washington NtlDrive: 11 min (5.6 mi)
Washington Dulles InternationalDrive: 48 min (29.9 mi)

Colleges and Universities Nearby

Georgetown LawWalk: 36 min (1.9 mi)
GeorgetownWalk: 36 min (1.9 mi)
Georgetown LawWalk: 46 min (2.4 mi)
GeorgetownWalk: 46 min (2.4 mi)

Parks and Recreation

U.S. Botanic GardenWalk: 23 min (1.2 mi)
Anacostia ParkWalk: 23 min (1.2 mi)
Kenilworth Park & Aquatic GardensWalk: 25 min (1.3 mi)
Einstein PlanetariumWalk: 29 min (1.5 mi)
Smithsonian National Air and Space MuseumWalk: 30 min (1.6 mi)

Schools

Van Ness Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
3
Out of 10
Jefferson Middle School Academy
Grades 6-8
Public
3
Out of 10
Eastern High School
Grades 9-12
Public
3
Out of 10
Eagle Academy PCS - Capitol Riverfront
Grades PK-3
Charter
3
Out of 10
Brent Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
6
Out of 10
High Road Primary School of Washington, DC
Grades 7-8
Private
NR
Out of 10
High Road Primary Academy of Washington, DC
Grades 1-6
Private
NR
Out of 10
Waterfront Academy
Grades PK-8
Private
NR
Out of 10
St. Albans School
Grades 4-12
Private
NR
Out of 10
GreatSchools Rating

Ratings

Walker's Paradise

90

Walk Score ®

Out of 100

Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

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Excellent Transit

74

Transit Score ®

Out of 100

You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.

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Biker's Paradise

97

Bike Score ®

Out of 100

Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.

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