{"id":37003,"date":"2016-02-17T01:11:47","date_gmt":"2016-02-17T09:11:47","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/?p=37003"},"modified":"2026-04-21T01:11:49","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T08:11:49","slug":"washington-d-c-s-2015-largest-rental-properties","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/rental-market\/washington-d-c-s-2015-largest-rental-properties\/","title":{"rendered":"Washington D.C.\u2019s Rental Inventory Gets Big Boost in 2015: Number of New Units Surpasses 3,500 in the 17 Largest Developments"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>2015 was quite a transformative year for D.C.\u2019s rental landscape. Prompted by an increase in the number of renters, an <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bls.gov\/regions\/mid-atlantic\/news-release\/areaemployment_washingtondc.htm\" target=\"_blank\">influx of new jobs<\/a> \u2013 particularly in the business, health, and education sectors &#8211; and the high cost associated with owning a house in the Nation\u2019s Capital, developers followed the 2014 trend and brought thousands of new, high-rise apartment homes to the market.<\/p>\n<p>As many as <strong>17 major properties of over 50 units were completed in 2015, adding 3,562 new units to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/apartments-for-rent\/washington2c-dc-dc\/\" target=\"_blank\">Washington D.C.<\/a>\u2019s rental inventory<\/strong>. In 2014, 13 major apartment complexes entered the market comprising more than 3,681 units.<\/p>\n<h2>Urban Renewal Takes Over the District<\/h2>\n<p>Long-vacant or underutilized spots all over the District have been given new life and have become the places to be for urban dwellers. The Southwest Waterfront is slowly evolving into a hotspot for the city\u2019s young professionals with two 2 major developments coming online in 2015 \u2013 the 264-unit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/apartments\/dc\/washington\/lex-at-waterfront-station\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">Lex at Waterfront Station<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/apartments\/dc\/washington\/leo-at-waterfront-station\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">Leo at Waterfront Station<\/a> comprising 266 apartments. While Downtown, Dupont Circle, Mt. Vernon Square, and Navy Yard have all seen their fair share of development over the last year, it\u2019s Ward 7 that takes home the prize for 2015\u2019s largest rental community.<\/p>\n<p>Located on 5 acres adjacent to the Minnesota Avenue Metro station, Park 7 includes 377 affordable housing units, 20,000 square feet of retail, and 255 parking spaces. Rents at the complex range from $1,100 to $2,500 per month.<\/p>\n<p>The Shaw, Queens Chapel, and Sixteenth Street Heights areas also welcomed several residential communities this past year. Join us as we drill down to see <strong>the 10 largest apartment projects completed in Washington D.C. in 2015<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><b>#10. <\/b><span style=\"color: #564848;\">The Drake: 218 rental units<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36261\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2016\/01\/10-The-Drake-1355-17-St-NW-Washington-Dc-20036.jpg\" alt=\"The Drake 1355 17 St NW Washington Dc 20036\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36261\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2016\/01\/10-The-Drake-1355-17-St-NW-Washington-Dc-20036-images.jpg\" alt=\"The Drake 1355 17 St NW Washington Dc 20036\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Completed: 6\/12\/2015<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"article-box-adi1\">\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: 1355 17th Street NW, Washington, DC 20036<br \/>\n<strong>Rental types<\/strong>: 54 studios, 149 one-bedroom apartments, 15 two-bedroom apartments<br \/>\n<strong>Property size<\/strong>: 101,093 sq.ft., 9-story building.<br \/>\n<strong>Short description<\/strong>: Easy access to Logan Circle, 14th Street, Washington\u2019s monuments and museums, and the many restaurants and shops of Connecticut Avenue. Floor-to-ceiling windows in many apartments. Views of the Washington Monument. Rooftop terrace.<br \/>\n<em>Photo credits: <a title=\"The Drake Official Website\" href=\"http:\/\/www.thedrakedc.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">The Drake Official Website<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2><b>#9. <\/b><span style=\"color: #564848;\">The Swift at Petworth Metro: 218 rental units<\/span> &#8211; <a style=\"color: #1994ad;\" title=\"Rent an apartment at Swift at Petworth Metro - Check availability!\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/apartments\/dc\/washington-\/the-swift-at-petworth-metro\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">Check availability<\/a><br \/>\n<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36261\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2016\/01\/9-Swift-at-Petworth-Metro-3828-Georgia-Ave-NW-Washington-Dc-20011.jpg\" alt=\"Swift at Petworth Metro 3828 Georgia Ave NW Washington Dc 20011\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36261\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2016\/01\/9-Swift-at-Petworth-Metro-3828-Georgia-Ave-NW-Washington-Dc-20011-images.jpg\" alt=\"Swift at Petworth Metro 3828 Georgia Ave NW Washington Dc 20011\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Completed: 1\/12\/2015<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"article-box-adi1\">\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: 3828 Georgia Avenue, Washington, DC 20036<br \/>\n<strong>Rental types<\/strong>: 5 studios, 173 one-bedroom apartments, 40 two-bedroom apartments<br \/>\n<strong>Property size<\/strong>: 165,012 sq.ft., 5-story building, first floor includes retail<br \/>\n<strong>Short description<\/strong>: Green Building &#8211; LEED Silver &#8211; Certified. Stylish apartments and amenities. Fitness center, rooftop terrace with a fire pit. Sound-reducing, double-paned, energy-efficient windows with panoramic views of the Washington Monument and the National Cathedral. Rooftop terrace.<br \/>\n<em>Photo credits: <a title=\"RentCafe.com\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/apartments\/dc\/washington-\/the-swift-at-petworth-metro\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">RentCafe.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2><b>#8. <\/b><span style=\"color: #564848;\">450K: 233 rental units<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36261\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2016\/01\/8-450K-450-K-St-NW-Washington-DC-20001.jpg\" alt=\"450K 450 K St NW Washington DC 20001\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36261\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2016\/01\/8-450K-450-K-St-NW-Washington-DC-20001-images.jpg\" alt=\"450K\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Completed: 2\/18\/2015<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"article-box-adi1\">\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: 450 K Street NW, Washington, DC 20001<br \/>\n<strong>Rental types<\/strong>: 17 studios, 181 one-bedroom apartments, 35 two-bedroom apartments<br \/>\n<strong>Property size<\/strong>: 159,682 sq.ft. 12-story building, first floor includes retail<br \/>\n<strong>Short description<\/strong>: Green Building &#8211; LEED Silver &#8211; Certified . Views of the Washington Monument. Rooftop terrace. Rooftop pool. Top-of-the-line fixtures and finishes. Located in Mount Vernon, one of DC&#8217;S fastest-growing neighborhoods.<br \/>\n<em>Photo credits: <a title=\"450K Official Website\" href=\"http:\/\/www.450k.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">450K Official Website<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2><b>#7. <\/b><span style=\"color: #564848;\">The Shay: 245 rental units <\/span> &#8211; <a style=\"color: #1994ad;\" title=\"Rent an apartment at The Shay - Check availability!\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/apartments\/dc\/washington\/the-shay\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">Check availability<\/a><br \/>\n<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36261\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2016\/01\/7-The-Shay-1924-8-St-NW-Washington-DC-20001.jpg\" alt=\"The\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36261\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2016\/01\/7-The-Shay-1924-8-St-NW-Washington-DC-20001-images.jpg\" alt=\"The\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Completed: 11\/23\/2015<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"article-box-adi1\">\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: 1924 8th Street NW, Washington, DC 20001<br \/>\n<strong>Rental types<\/strong>: 49 studios, 159 one-bedroom apartments, 37 two-bedroom apartments<br \/>\n<strong>Property size<\/strong>: 170,492 sq.ft. 3- and 5-story buildings, first floor includes retail<br \/>\n<strong>Short description<\/strong>: Sleek and stylish apartments with stunning views of Downtown Washington D.C. Hardwood floors throughout. Floor-to-ceiling windows.<br \/>\n<em>Photo credits: <a title=\"RentCafe.com\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/apartments\/dc\/washington\/the-shay\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">RentCafe.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2><b>#6. <\/b><span style=\"color: #564848;\">The Lex at Waterfront Station: 264 rental units<\/span> &#8211; <a style=\"color: #1994ad;\" title=\"Rent an apartment at The Lex at Waterfront - Check availability!\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/apartments\/dc\/washington\/lex-at-waterfront-station\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">Check availability<\/a><br \/>\n<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36261\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2016\/01\/6-The-Lex-at-Waterfront-Station-1151-4-St-SW-Washington-DC-20024.jpg\" alt=\"The\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36261\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2016\/01\/6-The-Lex-at-Waterfront-Station-1151-4-St-SW-Washington-DC-20024-images.jpg\" alt=\"The\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Completed: 11\/23\/2015<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"article-box-adi1\">\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: 1151 4th Street SW, Washington, DC 20024<br \/>\n<strong>Rental types<\/strong>: 30 studio, 147 one-bedroom apartments, 87 two-bedroom apartments<br \/>\n<strong>Property size<\/strong>: 175,820 sq.ft. 12 story<br \/>\n<strong>Short description<\/strong>: Green Building &#8211; LEED Silver &#8211; Certified. 1960s office building converted into apartments. Dynamic social spaces, designer finishes and fixtures, and 360-degree city and river views. 53 units are affordable.<br \/>\n<em>Photo credits: <a title=\"RentCafe.com\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/apartments\/dc\/washington\/lex-at-waterfront-station\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">RentCafe.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2><b>#5. <\/b><span style=\"color: #564848;\">Leo at Waterfront Station: 266 rental units<\/span> &#8211; <a style=\"color: #1994ad;\" title=\"Rent an apartment at Leo at Waterfront - Check availability!\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/apartments\/dc\/washington\/leo-at-waterfront-station\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">Check availability<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36261\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2016\/01\/5-Leo-at-Waterfront-Station-1150-4-St-SW-Washington-DC.jpg\" alt=\"Leo\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36261\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2016\/01\/5-Leo-at-Waterfront-Station-1150-4-St-SW-Washington-DC-images.jpg\" alt=\"Leo\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Completed: 8\/11\/2015<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"article-box-adi1\">\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: 1150 4th Street SW, Washington, DC 20024<br \/>\n<strong>Rental types<\/strong>: 28 studios, 153 one-bedroom apartments, 85 two-bedroom apartments<br \/>\n<strong>Property size<\/strong>: 188,417 sq.ft., 12-story building<br \/>\n<strong>Short description<\/strong>: 1960s office building converted into apartments. Within minutes of all the best D.C. has to offer. Pet-friendly. Stainless steel appliances, movable kitchen islands, full-size washers and dryers in units, floor-to-ceiling windows, walk-in closets. Rooftop terrace. Rooftop pool. 53 units are affordable.<br \/>\n<em>Photo credits: <a title=\"RentCafe.com\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/apartments\/dc\/washington\/leo-at-waterfront-station\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">RentCafe.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2><b>#4. <\/b><span style=\"color: #564848;\">Jefferson Marketplace : 281 rental units<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36261\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2016\/01\/4-Jefferson-MarketPlace-1550-7-St-NW-Washington-DC-20001.jpg\" alt=\"Jefferson\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36261\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2016\/01\/4-Jefferson-MarketPlace-1550-7-St-NW-Washington-DC-20001-images.jpg\" alt=\"Jefferson\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Completed: 1\/13\/2015<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"article-box-adi1\">\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: 1150 7th Street NW, Washington, DC 20001<br \/>\n<strong>Rental types<\/strong>: 16 studios, 198 one-bedroom apartments, 67 two-bedroom apartments<br \/>\n<strong>Property size<\/strong>: 219,209 sq.ft., 7-story building, first floor includes retail<br \/>\n<strong>Short description<\/strong>: Downtown views, 24-hour fitness center, resort-style rooftop pool with sundeck, lounging areas and grills. Pet-friendly community. Close to Shaw-Howard U and Mt Vernon Sq Metro stations. Two private courtyards with indoor bar and outdoor pub.<br \/>\n<em>Photo credits: <a title=\"Jefferson Marketplace Official Website\" href=\"http:\/\/jeffersonmarketplace.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Jefferson Marketplace Official Website<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2><b>#3. <\/b><span style=\"color: #564848;\">Parc Riverside : 287 rental units<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36261\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2016\/01\/3-Park-Riverside-1011-1-Street-SE-Washington-DC-20003.jpg\" alt=\"Park\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36261\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2016\/01\/3-Park-Riverside-1011-1-Street-SE-Washington-DC-20003-images.jpg\" alt=\"Park\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Completed: 1\/13\/2015<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"article-box-adi1\">\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: 1011 1st Street SE, Washington, DC 20003<br \/>\n<strong>Rental types<\/strong>: 21 studios, 151 one-bedroom apartments, 115 two-bedroom apartments<br \/>\n<strong>Property size<\/strong>: 234,314 sq.ft., 10- and 13 story-buildings<br \/>\n<strong>Short description<\/strong>: Located in the Capitol Riverfront, two blocks from Nationals Park and the Navy Yard\/Ballpark Green Line Metro, adjacent to The Yards Park. Views of Anacostia River and Downtown Washington D.C. High-quality finishes, and resort-style amenities. Barbecue \/ Grill Areas. Rooftop Swimming Pool. Pet Salon.<br \/>\n<em>Photo credits: <a title=\"Parc Riverside Official Website\" href=\"http:\/\/www.parcriverside.com\/Home.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">Parc Riverside Official Website<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2><b>#2. <\/b><span style=\"color: #564848;\">Fort Totten Square: 345 rental units<\/span> &#8211; <a style=\"color: #1994ad;\" title=\"Rent an apartment at Fort Totten - Check availability!\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/apartments\/dc\/washington\/fort-totten-square\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">Check availability<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36261\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2016\/01\/2-Fort-Totten-Square-5661-3rd-Street-NE-Washington-DC-20011.jpg\" alt=\"Fort\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36261\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2016\/01\/2-Fort-Totten-Square-5661-3rd-Street-NE-Washington-DC-20011-images.jpg\" alt=\"Fort\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Completed: 10\/30\/2015<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"article-box-adi1\">\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: 5661 3rd Street NE, Washington, DC 20011<br \/>\n<strong>Rental types<\/strong>: 35 studios, 228 one-bedroom apartments, 82 two-bedroom apartments<br \/>\n<strong>Property size<\/strong>: 253,869 sq.ft. 4- and 5-story buildings, first floor includes retail<br \/>\n<strong>Short description<\/strong>: Minutes from downtown D.C. and the city\u2019s best dining and nightlife. Spacious new apartments with private balcony, oversized windows. Resort pool, indoor\/outdoor yoga studio, bike storage. Resident lounge with media and gaming entertainment, full kitchen and bar. 20% of the units are affordable.<br \/>\n<em>Photo credits: <a title=\"RentCafe.com\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/apartments\/dc\/washington\/fort-totten-square\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">RentCafe.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2><b>#1. <\/b><span style=\"color: #564848;\">Park 7 : 377 rental units<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36261\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2016\/01\/1-Park-7-4020-Minnesota-Avenue-Washington-DC-20019.jpg\" alt=\"Park\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36261\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2016\/01\/1-Park-7-4020-Minnesota-Avenue-Washington-DC-20019-images.jpg\" alt=\"Park\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Completed: 1\/28\/2015<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"article-box-adi1\">\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: 4020 Minnesota Ave, Washington, DC 20011<br \/>\n<strong>Rental types<\/strong>: 19 studios, 189 one-bedroom apartments, 147 two-bedroom apartments, 22 three-bedroom apartments<br \/>\n<strong>Property size<\/strong>: 277,593 sq.ft., 4 story-building, first floor includes retail<br \/>\n<strong>Short description<\/strong>: Located steps away from the Minnesota Avenue Metro. Outfitted with modern fixtures and finishes, including active courtyards and nearby parks. Luxury bathrooms with granite-topped vanities and ceramic tile bath surrounds. Resident lounge. Gourmet kitchens, natural granite countertops, upgraded cabinets, and brushed steel appliances. Fully affordable.<br \/>\n<em>Photo credits: <a title=\"Park 7 Official Website\" href=\"http:\/\/www.park7dc.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Park 7 Official Website<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>2015 was quite a transformative year for D.C.\u2019s rental landscape. Prompted by an increase in the number of renters, an influx of new jobs \u2013 particularly in the business, health, and education sectors &#8211; and the high cost associated with owning a house in the Nation\u2019s Capital, developers followed the 2014 trend and brought thousands&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":39,"featured_media":37048,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3660,3659],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-37003","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-real-estate-news","category-rental-market","gallery-content-unit"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v23.4 (Yoast SEO v24.6) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Washington D.C.\u2019s Rental Inventory Gets Big Boost in 2015<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"2015 was quite a transformative year for D.C.\u2019s rental landscape. 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