2019 Best Neighborhoods to Live in Washington, D.C.About this List

Foggy Bottom

• Neighborhood in Washington, D.C.
• 16 reviews

Current Resident: Foggy Bottom is a wonderful place to go to school! It has a metro stop, it's not far from shopping at Georgetown/M street, it's extremely close to DC landmarks like the Lincoln Memorial, and its a cute neighborhood overall.
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• A+

• A-

• 11,072 Population

Downtown

• Neighborhood in Washington, D.C.
• 2 reviews

Current Resident: There are barley any children or older teens to hangout with. Most of the people in the neighborhood are unmarred 20 to 30 year-olds with no children. Social there is almost nothing for teenagers, but is top notch for safety and security, to keep your children and teens safe. There are too many tourists, protesters, and rioters coming from all over the country disturbing the peace, but they do make us some money.
Read 2 Reviews

• A+

• A-

• 3,301 Population

Penn Quarter

• Neighborhood in Washington, D.C.

• A+

• B

• 3,039 Population

Foxhall Village

• Neighborhood in Washington, D.C.
• 2 reviews

Former Resident: I enjoyed living here a lot. Beautiful streets, homes, and parks. Georgetown and the Potomac are right there too. Convenient bus lines.
Read 2 Reviews

• A+

• A-

• 5,413 Population

Burleith/Hillandale

• Neighborhood in Washington, D.C.
• 1 review

Current Resident: Safe, clean neighborhood. Close to Glober park restaurants & amenities (Town Hall, Surfside, Madfox, Whole Foods, Ace Handware, Safeway, FedEx, etc). Friendly, well-established neighbors. One would feel welcomed here.
Read 1 Review

• A+

• A-

• 3,052 Population

Cleveland Park

• Neighborhood in Washington, D.C.
• 2 reviews

Current Resident: I love the feel of the neighborhood, many of the sidewalks are redbrick and there are three green spaces within half a mile to my house one being the National Cathedral. There are trails nearby that lead to Georgetown and good supermarkets nearby.
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• A+

• A-

• 11,005 Population

Chinatown

• Neighborhood in Washington, D.C.
• 1 review

• A+

• B-

• 5,721 Population

Dupont Circle

• Neighborhood in Washington, D.C.
• 29 reviews

Current Resident: This is the first neighborhood I've lived in while in Washington DC that feels like a vibrant and unique neighborhood with its own personality. It's conveniently located just north of Downtown, minutes from Georgetown, and public transportation.
Read 29 Reviews

• A+

• B+

• 23,240 Population

McLean Gardens

• Neighborhood in Washington, D.C.
• 1 review

Niche User: I love this neighborhood. I feel it's the perfect suburban safehaven.
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• A+

• A-

• 1,469 Population

Shepherd Park

• Neighborhood in Washington, D.C.

• A+

• B

• 2,737 Population

Van Ness

• Neighborhood in Washington, D.C.
• 2 reviews

Current Resident: Van Ness is a gem in DC. It is situated on the red line with Rock Creek Park as its backyard. The public schools are excellent and the neighborhood is family and dog friendly. Restaurants abound and we boast a wonderful neighbor that is an educational and cultural center, The University of DC. We also have 20 embassies situated in our midst. It is a wonderful place to live with easy access to other parts of the city, Maryland, and Virginia via the Rock Creek Parkway. And you can walk to the Zoo!
Read 2 Reviews

• A+

• A-

• 1,599 Population

Woodland-Normanstone

• Neighborhood in Washington, D.C.

• A+

• A-

• 4,911 Population

Golden Triangle

• Neighborhood in Washington, D.C.
• 2 reviews

• A+

• A-

• 6,792 Population

North Cleveland Park

• Neighborhood in Washington, D.C.
• 5 reviews

Niche User: As a woman I feel safe walking up to my apartment from the metro at any time of day/evening. There are sometimes reports of burglaries in my apartment complex but otherwise it seems safe.
Read 5 Reviews

• A+

• A-

• 5,790 Population

Foxhall Crescents

• Neighborhood in Washington, D.C.
• 4 reviews

Niche User: A great place to live but a little expensive
Read 4 Reviews

• A+

• A-

• 4,308 Population

Glover Park

• Neighborhood in Washington, D.C.
• 6 reviews

Current Resident: Would like more reliable transportation access, but other than that I love this neighborhood! Everyone is friendly. It is safe. There are parks, community gardens, and a mini-downtown area with almost everything you could need. All in all, a great area to live.
Read 6 Reviews

• A+

• A-

• 13,780 Population

Lanier Heights

• Neighborhood in Washington, D.C.
• 19 reviews

Niche User: Very fun area with plenty to do, see, and eat. Always new places popping up which makes visiting the same area a fun new experience.
Read 19 Reviews

• A+

• A-

• 4,643 Population

West End

• Neighborhood in Washington, D.C.
• 2 reviews

Current Resident: Great walkability - everything I need is within walking distance. The neighborhood is well-maintained and very safe. I've never felt nervous or uneasy at all. Close to public transportation.
Read 2 Reviews

• A+

• A-

• 6,028 Population

Adams Morgan

• Neighborhood in Washington, D.C.
• 13 reviews

Current Resident: Adams Morgan is a great neighborhood in the center of DC. So many restaurants, shops and interesting events in walking distance.
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• A+

• A-

• 12,849 Population

Barnaby Woods

• Neighborhood in Washington, D.C.
• 2 reviews

Current Resident: The neighborhood is very tranquil and family-friendly and which gives it a great atmosphere. Although it is not walking distance from the metro or many shops/restaurants, the commute to Bethesda and Friendship Heights is short and traveling to downtown DC is not very far either. Its location next to Rock Creek Park is unique and convenient, with nature right in your backyard.
Read 2 Reviews

• A+

• A-

• 4,856 Population

Wesley Heights

• Neighborhood in Washington, D.C.

• A+

• A-

• 3,123 Population

Cathedral Heights

• Neighborhood in Washington, D.C.
• 28 reviews

Current Resident: I like how safe it is and how accesible restaurants, supermarkets, and banks are. I do agree that there could be a metro station (tenleytown and cleveland park ate both too far to walk to). Also, living is a bit expensive and there are so many college students, like me, that would benefit from living in this area (close to AU and GW). But due to high rents, it is very dificult. The restaurants here, although good, are very pricey too. Lastly, it would be more beneficial to us if there was a better bike trail.
Read 28 Reviews

• A+

• A-

• 12,399 Population

American University Park

• Neighborhood in Washington, D.C.
• 12 reviews

Niche User: I'd live here forever if it's possible
Read 12 Reviews

• A+

• A-

• 7,702 Population

Mount Pleasant

• Neighborhood in Washington, D.C.
• 12 reviews

Current Resident: Shady tree-lined streets, walk to every thing you need, close to transit, young vibrant and diverse neighbors, historic well preserved houses. Great restaurants of all kinds from little Central American papuerias to Michelen rated fine dining. The best dive bar in DC (The Raven).
Read 12 Reviews

• A+

• A-

• 13,883 Population

Woodley Park

• Neighborhood in Washington, D.C.
• 6 reviews

Current Resident: I wish that the foot traffic and car traffic was smoother. However, all in all good neighborhood highly accessible. I live near the Smithsonian Zoo so it's nice that it's right there and free!
Read 6 Reviews

• A+

• A-

• 6,928 Population