20 M Street

Overview

20 M Street is a 10-story, 190,000 square foot trophy office building that is adjacent to the Navy Yard Metro Station in the vibrant Capitol Riverfront District of Washington, D.C.  The building was the first in the city to be awarded LEED Gold certification and was the first designed and developed by Lerner under its Green Initiative Program that, in addition to building state-of-the-art environmental friendly buildings, focuses great attention on utilizing energy and resource conservation, while preserving a healthy environment for tenants and visitors alike. The building is one block away from Nationals Park, the home of the Washington Nationals, and is in the Capitol Riverfront District offering extraordinary advantages of its riverfront location and its proximity to Capitol Hill.

20 M Street SE, Washington, D.C.

Highlights

  • First Class 190,000 SF | 10-story tower
  • Located directly across the Navy Yard Metro Station and one block from Nationals Park 
  • LEED Gold certification
  • Nearly full height glass and 360˚ views of downtown D.C. and Capitol Riverfront
  • Rooftop solar panel array providing approximately 186,772 kWh of usable AC electric output annually
  • Street level retail
  • Abundant parking in a four-level below-grade garage
  • 24-hour building security
  • Developed, owned and managed by Lerner

Amenities

Sustainability

LEED® GOLD

LEED® GOLD

LEED® GOLD

20 M Street was the first office building in Washington, D.C. to pursue and achieve GOLD certification, incorporating the most efficient and state-of-the-art design strategies for newly constructed buildings.

ENERGY STAR

ENERGY STAR

ENERGY STAR

ENERGY STAR certified buildings save energy, save money, and help protect the environment by generating fewer greenhouse gas emissions than typical buildings. To be certified as ENERGY STAR, a building must meet strict energy performance standards set by EPA. 

VENTILATION

VENTILATION

VENTILATION

The building provides increased ventilation, pulling fresh air into the building and carefully filtering internal spaces, thereby greatly improving indoor air quality.

INDOOR AIR QUALITY

INDOOR AIR QUALITY

INDOOR AIR QUALITY

CO2 monitoring, humidification controls, air flow monitoring and low-emitting materials ensure a healthier work environment than non-LEED buildings.

CO2 REDUCTION

CO2 REDUCTION

CO2 REDUCTION

A significant reduction in CO2 emissions compared to non-LEED® office buildings through the use of energy and water efficient equipment in the central plant. This reduces the strain on Earth's most precious resource, water.

GREEN ENERGY

GREEN ENERGY

GREEN ENERGY

100% of the energy consumed comes from renewable energy sources providing the highest environmental benefit.

STORM-WATER RETENTION

STORM-WATER RETENTION

STORM-WATER RETENTION

100% of storm-water from the roof is collected in a 17,000 gallon cistern and used to supplement the water used in the cooling tower, reduces the strain on Earth's most precious resource, water.

ROOFTOP SOLAR ARRAY

ROOFTOP SOLAR ARRAY

ROOFTOP SOLAR ARRAY

Recently installed solar panels provide approximately 186,772 kWh of usable AC electric output annually.

RECYCLE

RECYCLE

RECYCLE

As a model of green entrepreneurship and as an agent of change, building management collects and disposes of recyclables such as paper, plastic, glass, aluminum and other materials.

GREEN CLEANING

GREEN CLEANING

GREEN CLEANING

The building utilizes the latest green cleaning practices that eliminates the use of harmful chemicals.

RECYCLED CONTENT

RECYCLED CONTENT

RECYCLED CONTENT

20% of the building materials used in the base building construction were made from post-industrial recycled content, helping to reduce environmental and social impacts.

REGIONAL MATERIALS

REGIONAL MATERIALS

REGIONAL MATERIALS

20% of the building materials used in the base building were extracted, harvested and manufactured locally.

DAYLIGHT/VIEWS

DAYLIGHT/VIEWS

DAYLIGHT/VIEWS

Tenant are encouraged to maximize the use of daylight and views in design of interior spaces. By optimizing the amount of natural daylight in the workspaces, businesses improve working conditions and boost employee wellness, satisfaction and morale.

BUILDING EXTERIOR

BUILDING EXTERIOR

BUILDING EXTERIOR

A highly efficient glazing system with low-e glass keeps the building cool in the summer and warm in the winter. Improving temperature and humidity control provides a comfortable working environment.

TEMPERATURE CONTROL

TEMPERATURE CONTROL

TEMPERATURE CONTROL

The below-grade parking and light-colored, heat-reflective roof system minimize the building's contribution to heat-island effect and relieve the cooling energy load during hot summer months.

OPTIMIZE ENERGY PERFORMANCE

OPTIMIZE ENERGY PERFORMANCE

OPTIMIZE ENERGY PERFORMANCE

The building’s high performance glass, energy efficient lighting, air conditioning controls, and free cooling systems contribute to the buildings superior energy performance. A computerized Building Management System allows for monitoring and control of energy use.

WATER EFFICIENCY

WATER EFFICIENCY

WATER EFFICIENCY

The use of water-efficient fixtures in the building reduces the demand for water needed to operate the building by 33% compared to non-LEED office buildings.

ACCESSIBILITY

ACCESSIBILITY

ACCESSIBILITY

20 M Street offers direct access to public transportation, including The Navy Yard-Ballpark Metro Station located on the Green Line, and numerous bus lines nearby.

WALKABILITY

WALKABILITY

WALKABILITY

20 M Street has a WalkScore rating of 86 for accessibility and convenience to dining and services.

ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORTATION

ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORTATION

ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORTATION

With a BikeScore of 90, it’s a “bikers’ paradise” with on-site access to ample bicycle storage and shower facilities, Preferred parking spaces are provided for fuel-efficient vehicles in addition to a conveniently located charging station for electric vehicles.

Accessibility

Bus

Frequent and convenient transit lines at several Metrobus stops in the area. Check schedules here.

Metro/Rail

Across the street from the Navy Yard Metro Station.

Bike

D.C. is often ranked among the top ten most bikeable cities in the US. There are four Capital Bikeshare stations just a few blocks away. Learn about the Capital Bikeshare program here.

Carpool

Designated carpool spaces in the parking garage serve to encourage employees to commute sustainably.

Drive

Easy to access from Maryland and Virginia with exits on I-395. Park on one of four decks of garage parking.

Fly

The Capitol Riverfront is less than 5 miles away from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Learn more.

Around the Area

Lease at 20 M Street

Brian F. Tucker
703.485.8883
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Yorke Allen
703.485.8722
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Notable Tenants

Demographics

760,889
2015 Estimated Total Population
344,224
2015 Total Households
2.4%
Population Growth Forecast
27.9%
2015 Population with a Graduate Degree
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