This is the home that checks all your boxes, then casually adds a rooftop deck and off-street parking just to flex a little. Welcome to 408 M St NW Unit 4, a 2 bed, 2 bath penthouse in a boutique 4-unit building that combines upscale living with a location thats pure DC gold. Inside, its all about thoughtful luxurywide plank hardwood floors, tall ceilings, custom crown molding, and recessed lighting that brings the mood (and flatters in every mirror). The gourmet eat-in kitchen is loaded with granite countertops, Viking stainless steel appliances, and soft-close cabinetryperfect whether you're actually cooking or just plating something that came in a to-go bag. The primary suite is no less than a retreat, featuring lighted coffered ceilings, serious closet space, and a spa-inspired ensuite bath with custom tile and luxe fixtures. Two private outdoor spaces, including a rooftop deck with city views, give you the kind of indoor-outdoor flow thats usually reserved for vacation rentals. And yesyou get dedicated off-street parking (aka, freedom from street sweeping panic). But what really seals the deal is location. Walk Score: 97 (Walkers Paradise) daily errands don't require a car Transit Score: 92 multiple Metro stations nearby, including Mt Vernon Sq/7th St-Convention Center and Shaw-Howard Univ Bike Score: 93 excellent bike infrastructure Just blocks from CityCenterDC, Whole Foods, Blagden Alley, and local favorites like The Dabney, All Souls Bar, and Compass Coffee Quick access to I-395, I-695, and Route 50. Weekend getaway? Say less. This penthouse is turnkey, thoughtfully designed, and right in the center of it all. Its for someone who loves luxury but lives real life. If that sounds like you, its time to schedule a showingbecause listings like this dont stay quiet for long.