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Panorama of Washington File 765-378-349
structure #37571391building

The Balfour

existing 20.7 m 6 floors 1898

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Main Roof Height20.7 m
Building Mass Height20.7 m
Floors6
Completion1898
Structural Formlow-rise building
Main Usageresidential condominium
Status existing
Architectural Stylebeaux-arts
Address2000 16th Street NW
Smart Address2000 16th Street NW
Smart Address1601 U Street NW
CityWashington, DC
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-10-06

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