NoMa at a glance
NoMa, north of Massachusetts Avenue and east of the Capitol, is served by the Red Line's NoMa-Gallaudet U station and sits beside Union Station. Two sentences on the building stock and how the submarket has changed.
Who leases in NoMa
The tenant mix: government affairs, associations, nonprofits, and others, with the reasons they choose the submarket.
Getting there
- Metro: NoMa-Gallaudet U (Red Line); Union Station (Red Line, MARC, VRE, Amtrak) nearby.
- Capitol Hill within walking distance.
- Bike, parking, and commuter notes.
What to negotiate in NoMa
Newer buildings often compete on amenities: rooftop terraces, conference centers, and fitness rooms available to tenants. Those amenities can let an organization lease less space without losing function, which is exactly what we negotiated for The Navajo Nation at 750 First Street NE, including rooftop conference room access at no cost for the full term.
The Navajo Nation
A Washington office rebuilt to reflect the stature of the Nation's mission, with a full concession package, a rooftop conference room at no cost, and a seventh-year exit.
Read the case studyCurrent availabilities
Optional: a short list of notable direct and sublease blocks by size, without naming tenants, refreshed each quarter.
Frequently asked questions
Is NoMa a good fit for a nonprofit or association?
Often, yes: transit access, proximity to Capitol Hill, and newer amenity-rich buildings suit organizations that host visitors and meetings. The right answer depends on the requirement.
How do NoMa rents compare with downtown?
Comparison from the quarterly market report, with source.
Jake Payne
Partner, Clarity Tenant Representation. Jake specializes in representing local tenants across the D.C. region.