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The Shay


1924 8th St NW Washington, DC

Studio - 2 Bed
1 - 2 Bath

521 - 1,029 Sq. Ft.

Available starting Aug. 14th
Studio • 1 Bath
$2,033 - $2,781
521 ft2
1 Available
W-302
$2,033+
Available Sep 7th, 2026
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Studio • 1 Bath
$2,033 - $2,781
525 ft2
1 Available
E-216
$2,033+
Available Sep 14th, 2026
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Studio • 1 Bath
$2,033 - $2,781
572 ft2
1 Available
E-520
$2,033+
Available Oct 2nd, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$2,201 - $3,176
590 ft2
3 Available
E-605
$2,201+
Available Aug 14th, 2026
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E-224
$2,201+
Available Sep 12th, 2026
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E-418
$2,201+
Available Oct 9th, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$2,201 - $3,176
557 ft2
2 Available
E-616
$2,201+
Available Sep 7th, 2026
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E-507
$2,201+
Available Oct 7th, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$2,201 - $3,176
648 ft2
1 Available
E-525
$2,201+
Available Sep 11th, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$2,201 - $3,176
551 ft2
2 Available
W-608
$2,201+
Available Sep 12th, 2026
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W-416
$2,201+
Available Oct 4th, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$2,201 - $3,176
608 ft2
1 Available
W-532
$2,201+
Available Sep 22nd, 2026
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$3,728 - $5,066
1029 ft2
1 Available
W-330
$3,728+
Available Sep 21st, 2026
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Where you'll live
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Amenities
Air Conditioning
Fitness Center
Refrigerator
Pool
Public Transportation
Controlled Access
Professional On-site Management
24-hour Maintenance
Secured Entry
Cable-ready
Range / Oven
Freezer
Floor-to-ceiling Windows
Cable Ready
On-site Maintenance
Sun Deck
Lounge
Bike Storage
Package Receiving
Elevator
High-speed Internet
Microwave
Dishwasher
Fees & leasing info
Pets
Dogs Ok
Cats Ok
Pet Friendly Community
Cat:

| Restrictions: None One time

Breed Restrictions:

No restrictions

Cat Fee:

$500.00 One time due at move-in

Cat Rent:

$60.00 Monthly due with rent

Dog:

| Restrictions: Breed Restrictions Apply One time

Dog Fee:

$500.00 One time due at move-in

Dog Rent:

$60.00 Monthly due with rent

Parking
Covered Parking
Lease & Fees
Lease Length:

None

Security Deposit: $500.00
Property details
Description

The Shay apartments in Washington, DC, are all about easy, modern living in one of DC’s most walkable, vibrant, and creative neighborhoods. Our community offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans with high ceilings, large windows, sleek finishes, and convenient features such as oversized closets and in-home laundry. You can enjoy thoughtful extras right outside your door, including 24/7 concierge service, garage parking, and bike storage. It’s the kind of setup that makes your day-to-day feel seamless, with the Shaw Metro just a block away.
Managed by Bernstein Management Corporation, at The Shay, you can count on a friendly, helpful team focused on making your experience hassle-free, from move-in to maintenance. Have questions? Reach out today. We’d love to show you around our apartments in Shaw, DC. Be sure to ask about our special programs for Active-Duty U.S. Military members, Police Officers, Firefighters, essential education staff, and daycare professionals.

Additional Details
Total Unit Count: 245
Last Updated: Updated 2 hours ago
Contact Number: (202) 299-1245
Property manager information
Bernstein Management Corp.
Office Hours
Sunday: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Affordability
To comfortably afford an apartment, we recommend having at least three times your monthy rent in gross household income.
View suggested annual incomes for The Shay by bedroom type below.
Studio
Suggested income:
$73,200
per year
1 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$79,200
per year
2 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$134,200
per year
Rent report

The Shay Rent vs. Washington Average

 The Shay      Washington Average
Studio
$2,033
$1,853
$0
$700
$1,400
$2,100
$2,800
1BR
$2,201
$2,323
$0
$800
$1,600
$2,400
$3,200
2BR
$3,728
$3,233
$0
$1,250
$2,500
$3,750
$5,000

The Shay is asking 10% more than the average studio apartment in Washington.

If you upsized to an average priced Washington 1 bedroom apartment, you would pay 20% more per month.

The Shay provides 15% more square footage than the average Washington studio apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
The Shay
Studio $2,033 $3.80 $6,099
1BR $2,201 $3.70 $6,603
2BR $3,728 $3.60 $11,184
Washington Average
Studio $1,853 $4.00 $5,558
1BR $2,323 $3.40 $6,969
2BR $3,233 $3.30 $9,698
3BR $4,267 $3.40 $12,801
4BR $5,064 $2.90 $15,191

Availability in Washington

In order to find the best deal, you need to know what types of units are available. Property managers may be willing to give concessions if they have many vacant units.

There are currently 2,390 1BR units on the market in Washington. If you're looking to negotiate, this may be your best option.

Studio
1BR
2BR
3BR
4BR
22% 47% 24% 5% 1%
Available Units in Washington
Studio 1,107
1BR 2,390
2BR 1,220
3BR 267
4BR 64
Location
Nearby Colleges
FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes. There are 14 available units at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
This property has 14 units available for move-in over the next 2 months. The soonest move-in date is August 14, 2026.
What's the square footage of the available units?
The available units range from 521 to 1,029 square feet.
Does this property allow cats or dogs?
The property manager did not submit a pet policy with this listing.
How many bedrooms are in the available units?
There are studio, 1 and 2 bedroom units available.
How many bathrooms are in the available units?
There are 1 and 2 bathroom units available.
What's the monthly rent at this property?
Rent on available units ranges from $2,025 to $5,066. The Shay has studio units available starting at $2,025, 1 bedroom units available starting at $2,187, and 2 bedroom units available starting at $3,728.
Where is this property located?
This property is at 1924 8th St NW in Washington, DC. It's 1.0 miles northeast from the center of Washington.
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