1.5 Months Free on Select Units!* *Must apply within 72 hours of tour and move in within 45 days. Restrictions apply, see leasing office for details.
Floor Plan Models and Units
Number of Bedrooms
Number of Bathrooms
Rent Range
Square Footage
Name of Floor Plan
Unit Number
Availability
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Beds
Baths
Rent
Sq. Ft.
Availability
1 Bathroom
$1,563 - $1,723
12 Month Lease
361 - 485
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Available Now $1,563 - $1,723
12 Month Lease
361 - 485Sq. Ft.
1 Bathroom
$2,057 - $2,077
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631
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Available Now $2,057 - $2,077
12 Month Lease
631Sq. Ft.
1 Bathroom
$3,058 - $3,073
12 Month Lease
947
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Available Now $3,058 - $3,073
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947Sq. Ft.
2 Bathrooms
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1,505
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12 Month Lease
1,505Sq. Ft.
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. 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.
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. 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.
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. 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.
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. 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.
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
One-Time Basics
Due at Application
Application Fee Per Applicant
$50
Surface Lot
Parking Fee
$130 / mo
Garage
Parking Fee
$160 / mo
Additional Parking Options
Surface Lot
Garage
Other
Dogs
Dogs Allowed
Max of 2
Restrictions
None
Comments
| Restrictions: None
Cats
Cats Allowed
Max of 2
Restrictions
None
Comments
| Restrictions: None
Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Idaho Terrace
Nestled in the heart of Cathedral Heights, Washington, DC, Idaho Terrace offers a timeless residential experience where classic charm meets everyday convenience. Surrounded by tree-lined streets and just moments from American University, Tenleytown,... and some of Northwest DC's most beloved shopping and dining destinations, this welcoming apartment community places residents in one of the city's most desirable neighborhoods. Spacious studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments, select renovated interiors, hardwood flooring, and available garage parking create a comfortable place to call home, while amenities such as a fitness center, package room, bike storage with repair room, and on-site laundry support a connected urban lifestyle.
I lived at Idaho Terrace for three and a half years, from November 2016 to March 2020. It is an older building so you sacrifice a lot of modern luxuries, like a dishwasher and microwave. Also, laundry is in the basement, which can be annoying if you have a lot of laundry and the elevators are not working or reserved. I also had mice every. single. winter. which was not fun. For DC, the rent is actually quite decent. Not very close to a metro but the N buses are right there and it is walking distance from American University. I would recommend it for students, especially if they are trying to avoid The Berks, but otherwise, I would say only have this as a last resort.
Property Manager Responded: Thank you for taking the time to review Idaho Terrace. We appreciate your recognition of our competitive rent pricing and convenient location near American University and public transportation options like the WMATA Metrobus N2 and N6 lines. We value your comments regarding the absence of dishwashers and microwaves and will take them into consideration as we explore ways to enhance the living experience for our residents. Lastly, we’re sorry for any inconvenience caused by elevator reservations and seasonal pest issues. Please know that we take concerns like these seriously and work diligently to address them. Our team is committed to maintaining a clean and comfortable environment, and we always encourage residents to report any issues promptly so we can resolve them as quickly as possible. Your honest feedback is invaluable, and we’ll use it to continue improving. Thank you again for your review, and we wish you all the best in your future endeavors!
April 4, 2025
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October 31, 2019
Really nice budget-friendly option!
OVERALL RECOMMENDATION: Great, no-frills, budget-friendly option! I've lived in this building for about 2 years, and have really enjoyed my time here. THE PROS: The management and maintenance staff are fantastic, super friendly, super accommodating, super attentive. I had to have someone come by to take a look at my sink one day when I was getting over laryngitis, and the maintenance staff person even offered to run to CVS for me if I needed anything because I sounded so terrible. There's also a lovely tenants association and a true sense of community among the long-term renters (can't speak to the experience for AU student renters; many of them seem to know each other as well, but they often don't mix with the long-term renters as much). Very few pest control problems, which is great for living in a city; the property does a lot of preventative maintenance, so even though I live on a lower floor I've only seen a handful of bugs since moving in. Wonderful location, well within walking distance to the Cathedral Commons Giant, restaurants, and Massachusetts Ave/Wisconsin Ave bus lines. THE CONS: For my unit at least, the little kitchenette in my studio is a little run down (although perfectly serviceable). It has an under-the-counter fridge, which took me off guard, and the under-the-counter fridge has an internal freezer (like some mini-fridges do) which didn't work particularly well. I do a lot of meal prep so ended up buying a mini freezer to supplement, which works well. For A/C and heat they have a convection unit in each apartment so you don't have to deal with a window A/C unit, but that does mean in the winter there is always hot water running through the convection unit radiating some heat - and since I like my apartment to be pretty cold, I often have a fan running in the winter to counter-act. Walls aren't super sound-proof, but hasn't caused me any trouble. There's a laundry room in the basement which is kept in good repair, as well as a nice little fitness room.
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October 7, 2015
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This building is perfectly acceptable. The management is very friendly and helpful to any request that you may have. Furthermore the location is hard to beat if you are a student or employee of American University or Georgetown University, easy 10 minute walk to either. I have been perfectly satisfied with this housing.
Property Manager Responded: We're so glad you have found a home at Idaho Terrace that you love! Thank you for your feedback. We're so glad you have found a home at Idaho Terrace that you love! Thank you for your feedback.
September 15, 2016
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September 1, 2015
Idaho Terrace
Actually a very good building to live in. Great maintenance staff, a friendly front office, and apartments are sparkling upon moving in. Gym is small, but new equipment and TVs. Only hangups are the elevators constantly being repaired, and the laundry machinests keep breaking. Easy to take buses to Dupont, but not metro accessible. Close to grocery store, and walkable to Glover Park and Cathedral-area restaurants and bars. All in all, we are pleased with our time here so far.
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July 23, 2015
Ease, Comfort, Friendly and Well-Maintained
Staff has always been incredibly attentive and friendly no matter how small the issue. Terrific neighborhood with multiple transportation options, 2 grocers and a great variety of restaurants and bars within walking distance. Fitness center and on-site laundry fits all your extra needs. Outdoor and indoor parking is safe and secure if you bring your car.
