So much of Shawn’s place looks new: appliances, floors, bathroom, front door. Don’t let the building’s exterior fool you! Everything was neat and orderly. The apartment was very comfy and secure. It was also quiet.
The location was perfect for quickly getting to Union Square via bus. From Union Square I could catch the train as well as the Metro bus , or the free bus, the Circulator. The Circulator has 3 lines that run through much of Downtown and other areas. For instance, one Circulator goes along the National Mall so you can jump on and off, depending on the museum or monument you want to see.
It was convenient to walk also. I walked to the closest grocery store to get some laundry soap and walked in a different direction to go to a great coffee shop, Big Bear Café, on R Street NW and 1st Street NW.