LoveJoy Lofts For Sale

440 12th Street NE, Washington D.C.

Historic schoolhouses that have converted to condos for sale are fairly common in Washington, DC, owing to the number of buildings that once served educational needs before eventually falling vacant. The Lovejoy Lofts in the Capitol Hill Historic District are a prime example. With 54 one and two-bedroom loft units, the structure is the result of an ambitious renovation and redevelopment process.

First built as the Elijah P. Lovejoy Elementary School in 1901, the school was named for a prominent newspaper editor and abolitionist who was murdered by a pro-slavery mob in 1837. The school served the African-American community and was expanded twice, operating as a school as recently as the 1980s. But in 1999 the building was sold and underwent a lengthy development process during which Winter Properties worked with the Historic Preservation Board. The project was completed in 2005.

Other notable schoolhouse condo conversions on Capitol Hill include the Carbery School and the Logan School.  

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Additional Info About Lofts For Sale at LoveJoy in DC

Condos for sale at Lovejoy Lofts make use of a number or original architectural details, including exposed brick walls and classic schoolhouse-style windows and overhead transoms. Residents also enjoy bamboo floors, exposed duct work, soaring 20-foot beamed ceilings, in-unit laundry rooms and stunning modern kitchens that are completely open to the living space. Many of the units have fireplaces, and all have extra storage. The overall look is that of minimalist, luxury modern design.

Located at 440 12th Street NE between D Street and E Street in the 20002 zip code, these popular lofts are about 10 blocks east of the United State Capitol. This part of the Hill is also known as Stanton Park, with the park of the same name within easy strolling distance. The neighborhood is known for its cherry trees and historic row houses, and is within walking distance of Union Station. There are also numerous nearby eateries and watering holes, like Bistro Cacao, Café Berlin, Union Pub and more.

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Listing information last updated on March 28th, 2024 at 10:31am EDT.