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Meridian on First — Community Life in Washington DC, District of Columbia

1000 1st Street Southeast, Washington DC, DC, 20003

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Cobu Community Score
69 The Cobu Community Score is a 0–100 score that reflects how actively residents participate in their apartment community, based on verified activity inside the Cobu platform.
out of 100 Updated Aug 5, 2026
Events
12
community events hosted in the last 90 days
Participation
79%
of Cobu users actively engaged in the community
Groups
11
active resident interest groups

What's It Like to Live at Meridian on First?

Meridian on First is one of Washington DC's most active resident communities, with 79% of Cobu users regularly engaging through weekly events, 11 interest groups, chat, and a neighbor marketplace.

Located at 1000 1st Street Southeast in Washington DC, residents connect through interest groups such as Fitness Friends, Pet Parents, and Book Club, plus a vibrant community chat.

The community hosts an average of 4 events per month, here are a few recent examples: Aromatix Air Scent Diffuser & Wine Meet & Greet, Barry's Navy Yard Meet & Greet, and Aromatix Air Scent Diffuser & Mimosas Meet & Greet.

What Events Does Meridian on First Host?

Meridian on First hosts 4 community events on average every month. Here's what's coming up and what recently happened.

Comedy (& Cocktails) Night With Four Corners Entertainment — Enjoy an evening of Cocktails & Comedy when 4Corners Entertainment comes back for another Comedy Night. Cocktails will be served at 6:00pm followed by the comedy show. Don't miss an evening of laughter with your neighbors. Remember to RSVP here so that you get your remind to attend. Upcoming 15 RSVPs

Comedy (& Cocktails) Night With Four Corners Entertainment

Wednesday · · 6:00 PM

Enjoy an evening of Cocktails & Comedy when 4Corners Entertainment comes back for another Comedy Night. Cocktails will be served at 6:00pm followed by the comedy show. Don't miss an evening of laughter with your neighbors. Remember to RSVP here so that you get your remind to attend.

Aromatix Air Scent Diffuser & Wine Meet & Greet — Learn about Aromatix air scent diffuser offerings while enjoying wine with your neighbors. Don't forget to RSVP here so that you get your reminder to come by. Recent 3 RSVPd

Aromatix Air Scent Diffuser & Wine Meet & Greet

Tuesday · · 4:00 PM

Learn about Aromatix air scent diffuser offerings while enjoying wine with your neighbors. Don't forget to RSVP here so that you get your reminder to come by.

Barry's Navy Yard Meet & Greet — Barry's Navy Yard will be joining us for a meet & greet this evening. Head to the Phase I lobby to learn more about their group fitness offerings including our August Vendor of the Month offer. Remember to RSVP here. Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you'll get reminders. Recent 1 RSVPd

Barry's Navy Yard Meet & Greet

Monday · · 5:30 PM

Barry's Navy Yard will be joining us for a meet & greet this evening. Head to the Phase I lobby to learn more about their group fitness offerings including our August Vendor of the Month offer. Remember to RSVP here. Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you'll get reminders.

Aromatix Air Scent Diffuser & Mimosas Meet & Greet — Learn about Aromatix air scent diffuser offerings while enjoying Mimosas with your neighbors. Don't forget to RSVP here so that you get your reminder to come by. Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you'll get reminders. Recent 8 RSVPd

Aromatix Air Scent Diffuser & Mimosas Meet & Greet

Sunday · · 12:00 PM

Learn about Aromatix air scent diffuser offerings while enjoying Mimosas with your neighbors. Don't forget to RSVP here so that you get your reminder to come by. Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you'll get reminders.

What Groups and Clubs Are at Meridian on First?

Groups are open to all residents. Meridian on First residents have formed 11 active interest-based groups. Here are the most popular.

Fitness Friends — Created to help everyone achieve their goals! Want to set up a group workout or looking for a gym partner?

Fitness Friends

187 members

Created to help everyone achieve their goals! Want to set up a group workout or looking for a gym partner?

Pet Parents — Welcome to our new building's pet parents group! 🐾🏢 We're all about connecting fellow pup owners, organizing playdates, walks, and providing a helping hand with pet sitting and more. Join us to build a close-knit community where our furry friends can socialize while we offer support to one another. Let's create lasting memories for our four-legged family members! 🐶💕

Pet Parents

173 members

Welcome to our new building's pet parents group! 🐾🏢 We're all about connecting fellow pup owners, organizing playdates, walks, and providing a helping hand with pet sitting and more. Join us to build a close-knit community where our furry friends can socialize while we offer support to one another. Let's create lasting memories for our four-legged family members! 🐶💕

Book Club — Do you love to read? Are you dying to discuss that New York Time’s best-seller? Join this group to hang out, meet new people, host a book swap, and dive into some great reads together!

Book Club

142 members

Do you love to read? Are you dying to discuss that New York Time’s best-seller? Join this group to hang out, meet new people, host a book swap, and dive into some great reads together!

Tennis — A group for residents to get together and play tennis. All skill levels welcome!

Tennis

75 members

A group for residents to get together and play tennis. All skill levels welcome!

Trivia — To attend trivia around navy yard and set up a channel to communicate about it.

Trivia

72 members

To attend trivia around navy yard and set up a channel to communicate about it.

Community Bartering — Neighbors helping Neighbors

Community Bartering

65 members

Neighbors helping Neighbors

What Are Residents Talking About at Meridian on First?

Real conversations from verified residents at the Meridian on First community.

Community Chat
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Jul 29, 2026
Does anyone have a recommendation for a good personal trainer?
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Jul 28, 2026
Hey! I found an Apple Watch today at the pool. If it is yours, check in with the front desk at Phase 1. They put it in lost & found.
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Jun 26, 2026
Thank you to whoever dropped off some mail to my apartment this afternoon! It was my birthday card from my grandma lol
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Jun 14, 2026
Hi! Does anyone know how to work the TVs at the penthouse? Or where to get a remote?
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Resident Jun 14, 2026
Concierge has it
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Resident Jun 14, 2026
The button is in the lower side in middle. Press it once to turn it On. Two quick press to get the menus
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Resident
May 15, 2026
Hey neighbors! Does anyone have a graduation cap that I could use this weekend. It will be used as a decor piece prop at an event and will not be touched.
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Resident May 17, 2026
I wish I would have knew earlier today is sunday do you need it?
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May 11, 2026
Hi everyone! 🎉 We wanted to provide a quick update regarding our Trivia winners. In order to allow all interested participants to respond, winners will now be announced tomorrow. We appreciate everyone’s participation and look forward to sharing the results soon! Good luck! 😊
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May 11, 2026
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Resident May 11, 2026
Thank you for the cilantro and onion!
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May 10, 2026
It’s Trivia Time and this month our trivia is all about May flowers! Reply with the correct answers by 9:00am tomorrow morning (Monday, May 11th) to be entered into a drawing for a $25 gift card. Please note that the answers don’t have to perfectly match the answers that we provide when announcing the winner, we understand answers may be portrayed slightly differently when considering multiple sources. Additionally, if there are no completely correct answers, the winner will be the person with the most correct answers. 1. What flower is traditionally associated with May Day celebrations in...
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Resident May 10, 2026
1. Lily of the Valley 2. Rose 3. Anther 4. Perennials 5. Hanami
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Resident May 10, 2026
1- Lily of the Valley is the traditional flower associated with the May Day celebration. 2 - Official flower of the US is Rose. 3 - Anther is the part of the flower that produces and contains pollen. 4 - Perennials bloom without needing to be replaced. 5 - Hanami is the Japanese tradition of viewing cherry blossoms in spring.
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1. Lily of the Valley 2. Rose 3. Anther 4. Perennials 5. Hanami
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Resident May 10, 2026
1. Lily of the Valley. 2. The Rose 3. The Anther 4. Perennials 5. Hanami
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Resident May 10, 2026
1. lily of the valley. 2. rose. 3. anther. 4. perennials. 5. Hanami.
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May 6, 2026
Hi there Is anybody available to walk my puppy tomorrow, Friday and monday? Around lunchtime for 30 minutes. Our regular walker is out of town! Or if you can recommend someone let me know Thanks
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Resident May 6, 2026
I’m available! I’m sending you a private message.😊
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Resident
May 4, 2026
Does anyone know how to open the blue gym lockers if you accidentally forgot the code with your key in it? Has this happened to anyone else? Any help would be appreciated! 🤦‍♂️😂
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Resident May 4, 2026
Happened to me! Had to go down to the front desk, and they were able to call someone to get it open
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Resident May 4, 2026
Okay thank you!
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Resident
May 3, 2026
Hi all, I’m looking to see who folks hire to clean their units and get a sense of how much people are paying for a two bedroom two bath. Would appreciate any recommendations
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Resident May 3, 2026
Also interested
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Resident May 5, 2026
We pay 120 on a weekly basis for our 2 bed 2 bath - got a better rate for being constant
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Resident
Apr 29, 2026
I’m excited to be living DC, first time, and looking forward to explore and try a ton of new food.
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Neighbor Marketplace
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Jul 30, 2026
Cube storage, originally purchased at Target. Shows signs of wear and tear. $10.
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Jul 30, 2026
$50 OBO White pottery barn-style dresser
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Jul 29, 2026
Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ Coffee Machine 35$ Used like new
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Jul 29, 2026
Bar stools, originally purchased at Target. One had a small tear at the seam. $20 for both.
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Jul 29, 2026
25$
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Jul 28, 2026
Stainless steel 2-slice toaster is a Hamilton Beach model 22912. It has a brushed metal finish with black accents and a 120V, 850W power rating. 10$
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Jul 28, 2026
desk in great condition. $50
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Jul 27, 2026
Set of two small luxury notebooks/journals 4 x 6 inches, with lined pages, fabric hard cover, made for Harrods Department Store in London UK, in original plastic wrapping. $10, cash preferred. Message me directly if interested. Thanks.
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Jul 27, 2026
SIVAN Health & Fitness thick yoga/exercise mat, dark grey, 23 x 69 inches. Adjustable ankle/wrist weights 2-pack 5 lbs each. Take any one for $10, or both for $15. Cash preferred. Message me directly if interested. Thanks
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Jul 27, 2026
Brand new men’s luxury fragrances (factory-sealed in original plastic wrapping). 50ml each (1.7 oz). Made in Italy. Bundle 1: - Bvlgari Aqva Pour Homme EDT - Bvlgari Aqva Pour Homme Marine EDT - Versace Eros Flame EDP Take any one for $60, two for $100, or all three for $130. Cash preferred. Message me directly if interested. Thanks
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Jul 27, 2026
Stainless steel step-on kitchen trash can set. 12 and 1.5 gallons. The large can has a minor dent on top - barely noticeable. 12 gallons - $15 (uses standard 13-gallon tall bags) 1.5 gallons - $10 (great for home office or bathroom) Take both for $20. Cash preferred. Message me directly if interested. Thanks.
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Jul 27, 2026
Two identical rugs with abstract red/black pattern. Dimensions 2’7” x 4’ in excellent condition, used in a pet-free home. Take one for $20 or both for $30, cash preferred. Message me directly if interested. Thanks
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