Capitol Gateway Senior Apartments
Washington, DC
Part of a HUD HOPE VI comprehensive community redevelopment, Capital Gateway Estates Senior is an independent living 153-unit, 3-story senior rental apartment building. Sited at the gateway to the Nation’s Capital, this buildings’ setting bridges between the residential area to the north and the denser East Capital Street Cooridor.
Its centrally located public spaces are on the Main & terrace levels near the main entry; the apartments are four floors. A 21 space parking garage takes advantage of the severe slope on the site, allowing garage entry at grade and building entry also at grade. Amenities provided include: a spacious 2-story open lobby, multi-purpose room, arts + Crafts center, health suite, gym/fitness exercise room, library,and a movie theater. The fenced, enclosed backyard garden provides private recreation area, out of view of the street.
Area of Building - 156,252 s.f.