The Cairo apartment building, located at 1615 Q Street NW in Washington, D.C., is a landmark in the Dupont Circle neighborhood and the District of Columbia's tallest residential building.

Apr 14, 2025 · The Cairo is a condo building located in the Dupont Circle neighborhood featuring unique Moorish and Romanesque Revival architectural styling. At 164 feet and 12 stories, it is the District's tallest residential building and was completed in 1894 as …

Find your new place at The Cairo Condominiums in Washington, DC. This property is situated on Q St NW in the Dupont Circle area of Washington. Let the knowledgeable leasing staff show you everything this community has to offer.

The Cairo Condominium is located at 1615 Q Street, NW, a landmark in the Dupont Circle neighborhood, and is the District of Columbia’s tallest residential building.

Around 1900, the building was renamed the Cairo Hotel and became a center of D.C. society, with its ballroom frequently the center of social and political gatherings. Its guests and tenants have included F. Scott Fitzgerald, Thomas Edison, and other powerful political figures.

Discover The Cairo, Washington DC’s landmark condominium offering a blend of historical charm and modern luxury. Nestled in Dupont Circle, it's the city's tallest residential building. Call Andre Perez at District Partners at Compass to learn more, 202-

Designed in beautiful brick by architect Thomas Franklin Schneider, The Cairo features 168 units in various options and square footage (from studios to multi-level homes). In the building’s higher residences, enjoy uncompromising views of the city – perfect for Fourth of July parties.

Sep 12, 2017 · Much of D.C. has coincidentally stumbled into this sweet spot with short buildings and 30-foot-wide streets. This fantastic low skyline norm is perhaps the greatest legacy of the …

Sep 22, 2018 · The Cairo apartment house, built in 1894, was (and remains) the tallest privately owned building in Washington. At 156 feet, it towered over its neighbors, prompting laws limiting building heights. (A historical marker located in Northwest Washington in …

Perfectly situated between Dupont Circle and Foggy Bottom. Walking distance to campus, while still being separate enough to feel independent. Tons of restaurants, bars, and stores around. The neighborhood feels very safe but is quiet and residential, too.