Downtown Washington has been experiencing a surge in construction of new luxury apartments and condominiums, but the Presidential is all the more special because was build during the first wave of apartment construction in the early twentieth century. It was a period of generosity in space, rich attention to architectural detail and excellence in materials.

But old world charm is by no means The Presidential's only asset. Most of its apartments have been lovingly upgraded to meet present-day needs, even as they retain much of their original character. The building is centrally air conditioned. A doorman graciously allows entry and a resident manager keeps the building running smoothly. And just steps away - the Farragut North, Farragut West and McPherson Square Metro stops are all within three blocks - is all the best of Washington: hotels, restaurants, world-class museums, theaters, gyms and shops. One block south is the renowned K-street corridor, with its high-powered law and lobbying firms, and three blocks south are Lafayette Park and the White House.