The Perla Condominium - Luxury Modern Condos in Washington, DC
Modern Living at the Perla Condominium in Shaw, Washington, DC
One of the newest luxury condominiums in the Shaw neighborhood, the nine-story Perla is home to 66 residential units as well as street-level retail, including a Chase bank. Located at 810 O Street NW, Washington, DC 20001, the slender and modern structure is at the corner of 9th and O Street. It was developed by Four Points with the exterior designed by Gensler, and interior modeling by Olivia Demetriou of HapstakDemetriou+. The project was completed in 2019. Shaw is a culturally significant community that has long been associated with the arts and education. It has recently seen a resurgence with a number of new condominium developments as well as other attractions.
The Perla Condominium Overview
- Address: 810 O Street NW, Washington, DC 20001
- Building Type: Luxury Condominium
- Number of Units: 66
- Architectural Style: Modern & Contemporary
- Amenities: Lobby, concierge, sky lounge, rooftop terrace, secure parking, EV charging, bike storage and repair
Modern Condo Features at Perla
This portion of O Street was previously known as Cathedral Way, and in fact, Perla now stands at the site of the former Scripture Cathedral church. After the church moved to Hyattsville, the building was sold, and the property was redeveloped. The condo residences come in a variety of models, one-bedrooms to two-bedrooms plus a den, and from around 700 to 1,850 square feet of living space. The unusual, staggered roofline of the building allows penthouse apartments to be at various different levels. Other recent condo projects in the Shaw neighborhood include 801N, Aperture, the Fold, and the Collection at R Street.
This recently completed project establishes a nice midway point between small boutique buildings and extra-large condo communities. The property’s footprint is fairly narrow along O Street, but it does extend quite deeply. The Gensler design incorporates both modern and traditional concepts, with huge banks of windows and extra-large terraces featuring ornamental metal grating. The 66 residences offer spacious floorplans with nine-foot ceilings, eight-foot entry doors, and lots of natural light from the expansive window walls. Other features include wide-plank white oak floors, and truly stunning Euro-style chef-grade kitchens that are completely open to the living areas. White quartz counters, prep/dining islands with waterfall edges, Italian custom cabinetry, and upscale Bosch and Thermador appliances add to the cooking experience. The baths are also nicely finished, with limestone floors, frameless walk-in showers, extended twin-sink vanities, and deep soaking tubs. Most of the condos have private outdoor spaces.
Residents at the pet-friendly Perla enjoy a terrific sky lounge that leads out to a rooftop terrace with trellises, planters, a firepit, and lounge furniture. There is also a front lobby with concierge service, secure garage parking with electric car charging stations, a bike room, and even a bike wash and repair stand. This part of the Shaw is quite close to next-door Logan Circle to the west, and also near to Mount Vernon Triangle to the south. Supermarkets in the area include Whole Foods in Logan Circle and Giant Food in Shaw. The Mount Vernon Square 7th Street-Convention Center Metro Station is just two blocks away. Nearby pubs and restaurants include Convivial, San Lorenzo, Chaplin’s Restaurant, Corduroy, Tiger Fork, Ivy and Coney, and many others.
The Perla Condominium Amenities
Exclusive Resident Perks
- Front lobby with concierge service
- Top level sky lounge
- Rooftop deck with fire pits and trellis
- Secure parking with EV charging stations
- Bike room, plus bike washing and repair station
Pet-Friendly and Green Living
Perla is a pet-friendly condo community. Residents with dogs may wish to visit the nearby Shaw Dog Park for off-leash exercise. The recently completed building utilizes eco-conscious green materials and concepts.
Prime Location in Shaw
Perla is located in the heart of Shaw, a historic community that has long been associated with the arts, education, and cultural landmarks. Residents at this modern and upscale condominium will be minutes from:
- Howard University
- Shaw-Howard University Metro Station
- The U Street Corridor
- Cardoza Playground and Shaw Dog Park
- Whole Foods, and Giant Supermarket
To learn more about condos for sale at Perla, please call Andre Perez at District Partners at Compass, 202-400-3040.
Perla, District of Columbia FAQs
Q: Is there any parking available for condo owners at Perla?
A: Yes, the building has a secure parking garage, and most units have at least one assigned space.
Q: What other neighborhoods are close to Perla?
A: Perla is in the Shaw neighborhood, but quite close to Logan Circle to the west, and Mount Vernon Square/Triangle to the south. Truxton Circle is to the east, and the U Street Corridor to the north.
Q: How far is Downtown Washington from Perla?
A: The downtown area is less than a half mile to the south.
Q: Can I have a dog at Perla?
A: Yes, it is a pet-friendly condo community.
