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Woodley Park

Woodley Park

Neighborhood in Washington, District of Columbia

District of Columbia 20008

$1,265,581 Average Value
$595 Average Price per Sq Ft
21 Homes For Sale

A leafy neighborhood connected to significant DC attractions

Located under the watchful eye of a Marilyn Monroe mural, Woodley Park bursts with historic architecture, snazzy stores and restaurants, and a convenient location beside the sprawling Rock Creek Park and the tristate attraction of the Smithsonian National Zoo and D.C.'s beloved giant pandas. Woodley Park is one of the more tree-lined neighborhoods within the District and provides ample opportunities for residents who enjoy leisure walks and outdoor activities. Meredith Margolis, a longtime DC resident and Executive VP at Compass, says, “It’s a nice neighborhood that’s walkable within 15 minutes to other neighborhoods. You can get exercise at Rock Creek Park and enjoy nature. People who aren’t from the DMV don’t appreciate certain aspects of DC; we’re surrounded by Rock Creek Park.”

Live beside the Smithsonian Zoo and the massive Rock Creek park

For outdoor exploration, residents swear by Rock Creek Park, one of the city’s largest, which bisects most of northwest DC and lies about a mile from Woodley Park. Here, residents can hike on various trails along dense tree canopies, gaze at churning waterfalls, play tennis on one of several courts or learn about the ecosystem on a ranger-led wildlife program. Smithsonian National Zoo is an attraction that brings folks from all over the DC-Maryland-Virginia area. It is well known for its live webcams showing animals like African elephants and cheetah cubs. While the zoo and its Rock Creek Park location dominate the eastern part of Woodley Park, other green spaces and recreation attractions decorate the neighborhood. To the west, Woodland Normanstone Terrace Park, a wooded wonderland alongside the road, is marked by a monument to “The Prophet” poet Kahlil Gibran. Woodley Playground, a neighborhood playground in a natural setting, is well-equipped for toddlers and conveniently located off a residential street.

Diverse dining along Connecticut Avenue

The main thoroughfare of Connecticut Avenue and surrounding blocks serve as the neighborhood’s downtown. Eclectic storefronts, small businesses, and restaurants with outdoor seating make up Woodley Park’s commercial center, an excellent spot for people-watching or going on friendly outings. That is also where Woodley Park’s famed Marilyn Monroe mural stands, casting an eternal gaze from the walls of Salon Roi. Open City DC, a diner with the décor of a chic coffeehouse, brews stiff, bold coffee drinks and serves all-day brunch. Lillies Restaurant, an independent Italian restaurant whose owners live in the neighborhood, offers patio seating, panda pancakes and a popular Easter brunch. The strip’s international cuisine attracts diners from all over the city. Han Palace promises mimosas, dim sum dining and purple-gold yolk buns for dessert. Just across from the zoo entrance, Duke’s Counter provides a pint-sized English pub experience with beer and sarnies – known as sandwiches in the U.S.

Holiday ZooLights and Adams Morgan Day

As far as local events, Margolis notes that “Most of what I know is what functions at the Zoo: the Zoolights, their fundraisers. If you go over the bridge, there’s Adams Morgan Day and Porchfest; Mount Pleasant also has similar events.” Apart from the animals, The Smithsonian Zoo hosts several events year-round; come during the holidays to see ZooLights, when the entire zoo is lit up with dazzling lights, from trees to arches and silhouettes of some of the zoo’s animals, bathed in vivid neon colors while holiday music plays from hidden speakers. Woodley Park residents are close to the neighborhood of Adams Morgan to the east, and residents can walk east across Taft Bridge to celebrate Adams Morgan Day in the fall; this long-running neighborhood festival is filled with art, dance and activities for all ages, entirely run by volunteers, showing how passionate the people are about their community here.

High-priced colonials and Wardman rowhouses

Even with its stately but down-to-earth ambiance, Woodley Park is only about 3 miles from downtown Washington, D.C., meaning houses are in high demand and high priced. Home values in Woodley Park range from $325,000 for a 600-square-foot condo and well over $2.5 million for standalone colonial homes with over 4,000 square feet and four or more beds. Homebuyers looking at the middle of the price range can find distinct D.C.-style rowhouses known colloquially as Wardmans. Named after the developer who built many D.C. residences and apartment buildings, these streetcar suburb-era houses are renowned for their spacious designs and front porches. Neighborhood details like corner churches, picket fences and bicycle lanes underscore this city community’s suburban feel.

DCPS schools with language immersion

District of Columbia Public Schools serves Woodley Park’s children. Nearby options include Oyster-Adams Bilingual School, rated an A-minus on Niche and teaches prekindergarten through eighth-grade students with language immersion methods. Subjects are split between English and Spanish instruction, and some students will learn Mandarin Chinese at higher grade levels. Ninth through 12th graders can attend Jackson-Reed High School, holding an A-rating from Niche. Several private schools are also within Woodley Park, including Maret School and Aidan Montessori School.

Metro access to Downtown DC or walk to the parks and retail

For transportation, residents can access the Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan metro station within the neighborhood on Connecticut Avenue, a convenient way to reach spots in Downtown DC or further north in Maryland. City buses also run down Connecticut Avenue, providing a reliable and frequent service. The neighborhood’s proximity to retail and parks and sidewalk consistency make it walkable, ensuring residents can efficiently run errands or enjoy a stroll without worrying about traffic.

Washington National Cathedral is one of the largest in the world

Woodley Park is less than a quarter of a mile east of the sixth-largest cathedral in the world. Washington National Cathedral is a massive, Gothic-style Episcopalian church that accepts all who enter. The church has also hosted the funeral services of four U.S. presidents.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl

14 min drive

Subway

Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan

Bus

Calvert St NW & 29th St NW

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Connecticut Avenue And 24th Street NW (Sb)

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Connecticut Ave NW & Zoo Park Entrance

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24th St NW & Connecticut Ave NW

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Connecticut Ave NW & Woodley Rd NW

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Connecticut Ave NW & Devonshire Pl NW

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29th St NW & Woodley Rd NW

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Woodley Park US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$1,705,000
Median Single Family Price
$2,685,000
Median Townhouse Price
$1,772,500
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$650,000
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$445,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$595
Number of Homes for Sale
21
Last 12 months Home Sales
59
Months of Supply
4.30
Median List Price
$1,705,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
144%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,278
Median Year Built
1928
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,016
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,436
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,265
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
811
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
361
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Apr 27
    12 - 2pm

    2740 Woodley Place NW, Washington, DC 20008

    $1,675,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,195 Sq Ft
    • 2740 Woodley Place NW
    • New 2 days ago

    JUST LISTED IN WOODLEY PARK!! Welcome to one of the all-time great homes on Woodley Place—an elegant three-story Wardman-style row home that perfectly blends classic charm with thoughtful modern updates in the heart of historic Woodley Park. Filled with natural light, the home features many original details including high ceilings, moldings and warm hardwood floors. The main level includes a

    Ty Hreben Compass

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  • Sunday, Apr 27
    2 - 4pm

    2202 Cathedral Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008

    $1,795,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 3,039 Sq Ft
    • 2202 Cathedral Ave NW
    • New 24 days ago

    This is a truly special Woodley Park home - no cookie-cutter Wardman or developer flip here! With views across the street to Rock Creek Park from the front porch and sunlight dancing through the long side of this home’s south-oriented windows, prepare to be entranced. Renovated from head-to-toe in recent years with newer bathrooms, kitchen, roof, windows, refinished floors and newer systems, this

    Casey Aboulafia Compass

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  • Sunday, Apr 27
    12 - 2pm

    2737 Devonshire Place NW Unit D, Washington, DC 20008

    $375,000

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 862 Sq Ft
    • 2737 Devonshire Place NW
    • Unit D
    • New 24 days ago

    Located in the sought-after Woodley Park Towers Art Deco building, this condo is a rare find! Garage parking is available and all utilities are covered under condo fees except for electricity! This spacious corner unit featuring 1BR/1BA with an airy floor plan, gorgeous hardwood floors, walk-in closet, large eat-in kitchen, and windows across the living areas, with lovely wooded views and an

    Mr. Jon Bass EXP Realty, LLC

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
6,831
Median Age
39
Population Density
19 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$134,985
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$163,046

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.7%
College Graduates
89.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
59.1%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
82.6%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
31°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
13''

Area Factors

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score®

91 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit Score®

71 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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