The Clara is a mixed-use development located at 2323 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE in Washington, D.C.'s historic Anacostia neighborhood. Named in honor of Clara Muhammad, a pioneer of homeschooling and independent schools in the United States, The Clara embodies community, culture, and history.
This development offers 81 affordable apartment homes, ranging from studios to three-bedroom units, with sizes between 428 and 1,028 square feet. Amenities include a fitness center, community spaces, and on-site retail options.
In addition to residential units, The Clara features 11,000 square feet of ground-level retail space, housing establishments like Sweet Tooth Bakery and Restaurant, a demonstration kitchen, and the permanent home of America's Islamic Heritage Museum.