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Washington, D.C.
  • City in District of Columbia

Washington, D.C. Real Estate Market

About Washington, D.C. Real Estate

Housing
grade C minus
Based on home values, property taxes, housing costs, local schools, and more.
Area Feel
Urban
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    58%
  • Own
    42%
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Real Estate Costs

Median Home Value
$635,900
National
$244,900
Home Values
  • <$50k
    1%
  • $50-$99k
    1%
  • $100-$199k
    2%
  • $200-$399k
    20%
  • $400-$749k
    37%
  • $750k+
    39%
Median Rent
$1,681
National
$1,163
Monthly Rent
  • <$500
    9%
  • $500-$999
    10%
  • $1,000-$1,499
    22%
  • $1,500-$1,999
    22%
  • $2,000+
    36%
15%
of residents say housing is affordable. 740 responses

Home Quality

Poll
54%
of residents say the exterior quality of homes is good or excellent. 89 responses
Poll
46%
of residents say the interior quality of homes is good or excellent. 89 responses
42%
of residents say there is a good variety of homes. 89 responses
54%
of residents say there are a few vacant or abandoned properties here and there. 90 responses
17%
of residents say that parking is readily available. 89 responses

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Overview

Homes in Washington, D.C. have a median value of $635,900. The median rent price in Washington, D.C. is $1,681 and most residents rent their homes. Washington, D.C. is very walkable, and there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks nearby.

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