Can You Live on H Street and Attend Howard, Georgetown, or George Washington University?<\/h1>\n
Choosing where to live as a student in Washington, D.C. is about more than finding an apartment near campus. You also need to think about commute, cost, transportation, study space, lifestyle, and whether the neighborhood gives you room to enjoy the city outside of class. For students at Howard University, Georgetown University, and George Washington University, H Street NE can be a smart place to call home, especially if you want a more independent D.C. lifestyle without feeling disconnected from campus.<\/p>\n
Located in Northeast D.C., H Street offers walkability, restaurants, nightlife, transit access, and a neighborhood feel that appeals to students who want more than a traditional campus environment. At Link Apartments® H Street<\/a>, students can live in a modern apartment community with spaces designed for studying, socializing, wellness, and everyday convenience.<\/p>\n H Street is one of Washington, D.C.’s most energetic corridors. It has the kind of neighborhood personality students often look for: coffee shops for studying, casual restaurants for dinner with friends, nightlife, arts venues, and easy access to other parts of the city via the Metrobus lines.<\/p>\n For students balancing classes, internships, part-time jobs, and social life, location matters. Link Apartments® H Street<\/a> puts you in a neighborhood where daily essentials and weekend plans are close by. The community supports student routines through a coworking lounge, resident coffee bar, 24\/7 cardio and strength center, and yoga studio, reducing the need for a separate gym membership (typically $50-$80\/month in D.C.).<\/p>\n Howard University’s main campus is located at 2400 Sixth Street NW in the Shaw\/Columbia Heights area, approximately 3.5 miles from H Street NE. Students can typically reach campus in 20-30 minutes depending on the route and time of day.<\/p>\n Commute options include:<\/p>\n Bike: approximately 20-25 minutes via Florida Avenue NW or the Metropolitan Branch Trail<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Metrobus: multiple routes connect H Street to Howard’s campus area<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Rideshare: typically 10-15 minutes outside peak hours<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n Link Apartments® H Street<\/a> provides cycle storage and a repair workstation, making biking a practical everyday option. On-site gated parking is also available for students with vehicles.<\/p>\n Living slightly off campus can also offer a helpful separation between school and home. After a full day of classes, H Street gives Howard students a different environment to return to, one with restaurants, rooftop views, and space to decompress.<\/p>\n George Washington University’s Foggy Bottom campus is located approximately 4.5 miles from H Street NE, in Northwest D.C. near the Foggy Bottom-GWU Metro station on the Blue, Orange, and Silver lines. Most students can reach campus in 25-40 minutes using Metro or a combination of bus and rail.<\/p>\n GWU students with internships near Capitol Hill, Union Station, NoMa, or downtown D.C. may find H Street especially convenient, those destinations are often reachable in 15 minutes or less. For students sharing an apartment, H Street can also be more economical than living alone near Foggy Bottom, where comparable units frequently command a premium.<\/p>\n Apartment features at Link Apartments® H Street<\/a> create a polished home environment that feels more elevated than a typical student apartment.<\/p>\n Georgetown’s main campus is located in the Georgetown neighborhood at the western edge of D.C., approximately 6 miles from H Street NE. There is no Metro stop directly at the main campus, so most students take the Blue\/Orange\/Silver line to Foggy Bottom-GWU and connect via the Georgetown University Transportation Shuttle (GUTS) or a bus. Door-to-door commute times from H Street are typically 40-55 minutes.<\/p>\n H Street is a more practical fit for Georgetown Law students. Georgetown Law’s campus is located at 600 New Jersey Avenue NW, just over one mile from H Street, making it one of the closest law school campuses to the neighborhood. Many Georgetown Law students also pursue internships and clerkships near Capitol Hill, which is walkable or a short bike ride from H Street.<\/p>\n For main campus students who don’t need to be on campus daily, the lifestyle tradeoff may still be worthwhile. At Link Apartments® H Street<\/a>, amenities like the rooftop saltwater pool, rooftop clubhouse with event kitchen and fireplace, and rooftop terrace with skyline views create a setting that feels social and restorative, something students often appreciate during demanding semesters.<\/p>\n Whether H Street is economical depends on your budget, roommate situation, transportation needs, and how much value you place on amenities. For many students, a two-bedroom apartment shared with a roommate can offer more space and better finishes than older housing options near campus at a comparable or lower per-person cost.<\/p>\n On-site amenities including coworking space, fitness facilities, a coffee bar, and package lockers can reduce separate monthly expenses. Students who would otherwise pay for a gym membership, a coworking subscription, and frequent rideshares may find the math works in their favor.<\/p>\n How far is H Street from Howard University?<\/u><\/p>\n Howard University’s main campus is approximately 3.5 miles from H Street NE. The commute typically takes 20-30 minutes by bike, bus, or rideshare.<\/p>\n How far is H Street from George Washington University?<\/u><\/p>\n GWU’s Foggy Bottom campus is approximately 4.5 miles from H Street NE. Most students commute in 25-40 minutes using Metro (Blue, Orange, or Silver line to Foggy Bottom-GWU).<\/p>\n How far is H Street from Georgetown University?<\/u><\/p>\n Georgetown’s main campus is approximately 6 miles from H Street. Georgetown Law’s campus at 600 New Jersey Avenue NW is just over 1 mile away and is very convenient for law students.<\/p>\n Is Link Apartments H Street good for students?<\/u><\/p>\n Yes. With coworking spaces, fitness amenities, rooftop areas, modern finishes, bike storage, package lockers, and a walkable neighborhood, Link Apartments® H Street<\/a> supports student life both in and out of the classroom.<\/p>\nWhy H Street Works for D.C. Students<\/h3>\n
Howard University: commute from H Street<\/h3>\n
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George Washington University: Commute From H Street<\/h3>\n
Georgetown University: Commute From H Street<\/h3>\n
Is Living on H Street Economical for Students?<\/h3>\n
Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\n