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Safest Neighborhoods in Washington, DC

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    Colony Hill

    Colony Hill in Washington, D.C., is a small neighborhood with a rich history and distinct architectural charm. Developed between 1931 and 1941, the area features a mix of New England, Georgian, and Grecian-style homes, with newer constructions seamlessly blending into the historic aesthetic. The neighborhood's 50 houses are spread across five

    • Average Value

      $3.44M

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      1 Listing

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    Berkley

    Bounded by green space and MacArthur Boulevard, Berkley combines suburban peace with a lively location in northwest Washington, D.C. “There aren’t townhouses densely packed together like a lot of neighborhoods in the city,” says Nora Burke, a Realtor with McEnearney Commercial who has lived in the neighborhood for 25 years. “It’s entirely

    • Average Value

      $2.78M

    • List Price

      $1.6M - $20.9M

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      9 Listings

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    Massachusetts Heights

    Massachusetts Heights in Washington, D.C., is a historic neighborhood known for its early 20th-century mansions and unique terrain. Unlike many areas in the city, it is not a cut-through neighborhood, providing a sense of privacy and seclusion with its winding roads and large parcels of land. The neighborhood features a variety of architectural

    • Average Value

      $2.65M

    • List Price

      $2.4M - $5.1M

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      2 Listings

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    Spring Valley

    Now considered one of Washington, D.C.,’s most prestigious neighborhoods, Spring Valley was once vital to the United States' chemical weapons program. Neighboring American University partnered with the Army to test lewisite, mustard gas and arsenic here during World War I. When the project was over, the remnants were buried, and the land sat empty

    • Average Value

      $2.50M

    • List Price

      $1.4M - $9M

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      10 Listings

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    Kent

    Perched on the hilly, sloped streets of the Palisades area, residents of Kent are only about five blocks from the churning Potomac River. This residential community developed after the Civil War and up until the 1940s. There are no businesses within the neighborhood, but nearby MacArthur Boulevard has several dining options. The popular shopping

    • Average Value

      $2.21M

    • List Price

      $1.4M - $18.1M

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      13 Listings

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    Barnaby Woods

    A scenic residential neighborhood in northwest D.C., Barnaby Woods finds in its housing a delicate balance of stately and cozy. Colonial single-family homes sit on meticulously manicured lots naturally wooded by tall trees. Homes don’t infringe on each other or sit too far from their neighbors; the area is comfortable and well-spaced. Southwest of

    • Average Value

      $1.57M

    • List Price

      $1.3M - $4.2M

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      3 Listings

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    Palisades

    Palisades, located about 5 miles from Downtown Washington, D.C., is an upscale enclave on a strip along the Potomac River. The neighborhood was built around the 1890s as one of the city's original streetcar suburbs, with a connected tram line running from Glen Echo to Georgetown, giving Palisades its horizontal shape. Palisades became a favorite

    • Average Value

      $1.51M

    • List Price

      $241K - $5.3M

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      19 Listings

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    Hawthorne

    Even longtime Washingtonians might've never heard of the Hawthorne neighborhood, but that’s what residents like. “It’s tucked so far up there, and there are about 10 streets,” says Micah Smith, a Realtor with HRL Partners at Washington Fine Properties. Smith has worked in Hawthorne and other Washington, D.C., neighborhoods since 2017. “The fact

    • Average Value

      $1.44M

    • List Price

      $1.2M - $3.5M

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      2 Listings

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    Chevy Chase

    Drivers know when they've crossed from Maryland into D.C. when they see Chevy Chase Circle, a roundabout with a restored fountain and greenery marking the threshold between Chevy Chase's Maryland and D.C. sides. Connecticut Avenue, which juts out from the traffic roundabout, is lined with local businesses, restaurants and apartments, but the rest

    • Average Value

      $1.44M

    • List Price

      $365K - $4.1M

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      23 Listings

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    American University Park

    Developed in the 1920s, American University Park, or AU Park, sits above the buzz of the city on one of Washington, D.C.’s highest elevation points. One of the capital’s most tranquil suburbs, AU Park’s tree-shaded streets are mostly free from commercial development. “The neighborhood is bordered by Washington and Western Avenue, so it’s walkable

    • Average Value

      $1.43M

    • List Price

      $368K - $4.1M

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      12 Listings

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    Cleveland Park

    Cleveland Park was established as a place for wealthy families of 19th-century Washington D.C. to spend their summers after living near the Potomac River in the nascent commercial district of Georgetown for the rest of the year. The neighborhood was one of D.C.'s original 'streetcar suburbs' long before the highways ran through the city and is

    • Average Value

      $1.42M

    • List Price

      $217K - $6.7M

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      35 Listings

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    Colonial Village

    The small community of Colonial Village is a secret garden of sorts, tucked in a small corner near the state line separating Washington, D.C., from Maryland. Stately 20th-century homes on winding, hilly streets are surrounded by lush greenery and parts of Rock Creek Park. “You can walk through the neighborhood and hear the birds chirping. It’s

    • Average Value

      $1.36M

    • List Price

      $781K - $1.9M

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      4 Listings

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    Forest Hills

    With a neighborhood publication called the Forest Hills Connection, a diverse blend of housing options and plentiful green spaces, Forest Hills is a neighborhood unlike any other in Washington, D.C. Striking mansions meet practical condos in this northwestern D.C. neighborhood, where residents enjoy access to the Metro, community events and

    • Average Value

      $1.35M

    • List Price

      $250K - $8.1M

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      30 Listings

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    Foxhall

    Real estate developer Henry Boss took inspiration from the Tudor-style houses of Tewkesbury, England, when he began designing the northwest Washington, D.C., community of Foxhall in 1925. This plot of hilly terrain between the Potomac River and Georgetown University was once the estate of Henry Foxall, former mayor of Georgetown, ironworking

    • Average Value

      $1.33M

    • List Price

      $1M - $2.4M

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      2 Listings

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    Wesley Heights

    From his office, Realtor Robert Hryniewicki can see the mature timbers that blanket Wesley Heights. Homes have stood in the upscale Washington, D.C., neighborhood since the 1920s, but many of the trees shading those large neo-colonials and Tudor Revivals predate the community. “This is one of those neighborhoods where you have antique trees that

    • Average Value

      $1.16M

    • List Price

      $258K - $8.9M

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      30 Listings

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    Tenleytown

    As the second oldest neighborhood in Washington, D.C. — established only after Georgetown — Tenleytown has undergone several stages of development and continues to change and adapt. First settled in the 1700s, the area was a rural village before serving as an outpost for Union soldiers during the Civil War and later was developed into a streetcar

    • Average Value

      $1.16M

    • List Price

      $793K - $2.7M

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      2 Listings

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    Wakefield

    Wakefield in Washington, D.C. offers tranquil living with diverse single-family homes and tree-lined streets. The neighborhood has high walkability, nearby parks, local shops, and Metro stops at Tenleytown and Van Ness. Wakefield, located in Washington, D.C., offers a tranquil residential experience just blocks away from the bustling Connecticut

    • Average Value

      $985K

    • List Price

      $247K - $3M

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      6 Listings

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    Glover Park

    Wedged between Cathedral Heights, Georgetown and acres of parkland, Glover Park is an evergreen community that’s best known for striking a balance between convenience and congeniality in the busy city. No matter where you land, amenities are just steps away. “Glover Park is very unique in terms of it being in the city and getting all that green

    • Average Value

      $910K

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      $219K - $3.8M

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      41 Listings

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    Cathedral Heights

    Cathedral Heights is a passageway back in time, characterized by historic homes and views of the striking Washington National Cathedral. The landmark dates back to 1907 and is still open to visitors to explore its gothic interiors and 59 acres of garden space. “People love living near the Cathedral,” says Samer Kruashai, Realtor and founder of The

    • Average Value

      $838K

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      $204K - $2.5M

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      30 Listings

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    McLean Gardens

    McLean Gardens is known for being a world of its own in Northwest Washington, D.C – retaining its original 1940s brick Federal- and colonial-stye buildings, with lush landscaping and a secluded feel. “It’s the city’s best-kept secret. It’s almost uncalled for; it’s like a village in the city,” says Realtor and property manager Therese Fergo, who

    • Average Value

      $566K

    • List Price

      $247K - $2.5M

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      10 Listings

    McLean Gardens