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A northeast D.C. community with trails, a college campus and an art museum
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 single-family homes, and all the park space makes it feel tucked away from the rest of the world.” The Glover-Wesley-Kemble trail network surrounds the community, offering miles of forested hiking routes leading to the Potomac River. But even with this secluded setting, Burke says the neighborhood still bursts with activity. “I don’t think I’ve had a boring weekend since I’ve lived here,” she says. Locals can walk to coffee shops and seafood spots along MacArthur Boulevard, view impressionist paintings at the Kreeger Museum and watch lacrosse games at George Washington University’s Mount Vernon Campus. “There’s so much to do,” Burke adds. “And whether I'm hiking or trying a new restaurant, I’m almost always with one of my neighbors.”
Fletcher's Cove in Berkley offers fishing, kayaking, and walking trails.
Discover Berkley's cultural gem at the Kreeger Museum, where art comes to life.
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Berkley's houses offer a blend of comfort and style, providing ideal living spaces for all.
Houses in Berkley feature a wide variety of architecture
Houses built between the 1950s and 2010s dot Berkley’s hilly roads. Red brick Georgian Revivals sit on 8,000-square-foot lots. White oak and white pine trees shade contemporary-style houses. Concrete staircases and stone retaining walls lead to Cape Cod cottages. Palladian-style homes made of beige brick line circular streets. Houses typically have four to six bedrooms and garages, though street parking is still common. Prices tend to be higher than D.C.’s average $600,000 selling price. Buying here can start at $1.6 million and reach over $3 million. Burke says it's popular for residents to move within the neighborhood. “I’ve helped a few of my neighbors sell their houses just so they can buy another house in the neighborhood. Once you live here, you don’t want to leave.”
Berkley's scenic beauty shines along the Potomac River's tranquil shores.
Potomac River access, sledding and a community garden along the Glover-Wesley-Kemble trail network
The George Washington University’s Mount Vernon Campus, locally dubbed “The Vern,” is in the southern part of the neighborhood. The school was originally founded in 1868 as a seminary and private all-girls high school and college. It merged with George Washington University in 1999 and is now used for freshmen housing. Red-brick Georgian Revival-style dorms cover the 25-acre campus. Several of the school’s NCAA Division I athletic programs, including the softball and soccer teams, play here. “There’s not any partying on campus, but I do hear noise from the games. That’s more fun than annoying, though,” Burke says. “If we’re not doing anything on a Saturday, we’ll walk over and watch a lacrosse game.” A shuttle service also offers regular rides to George Washington University’s main campus, 3 miles northeast. Georgetown University is also less than 2 miles south of the neighborhood.
Savor the finest seafood delights at Black Salt, a culinary gem in Berkley.
Coffee, seafood and a repurposed theater on MacArthur Avenue
Once a Union Army defense site during The Civil War, Battery Kemble Park spans the neighborhood’s western edge. The green space’s location above the Potomac River made it an ideal place for troops to protect the waterway with canons and Parrott rifles. Today, locals can hike a mile-long trail, running from American University to the riverside Capital Crescent Trail. Burke says its hilly terrain also makes it a popular spot during the winter. “If there’s a snow day, every kid within a 5-mile radius is at Kemble to sled.” Kayaks and other paddleboats are available to rent at Fletcher’s Cove, a Potomac River boathouse on the park's southernmost end. The half-mile-long Wesley Heights Trail on Berkley’s northern tip connects Battery Kemble Park with 183-acre Glover-Archbold Park. Residents can trek the park’s 2-mile trail, surrounded by American elm and eastern redbud trees, or rent a plot at the community garden. W Street Park sits at Berkley’s core, offering wide-open terrain and a playground that looks like a tree house. The two-story Palisades Library on V Street NW hosts regular tai chi classes, writing workshops and baby story times.
The Tenleytown Metro is the closest station to Berkley.
Downtown D.C. and the Tenleytown Metro station are nearby
Though people hike and walk in Berkley, the neighborhood is convenient for several types of transportation. Downtown D.C. is less than a 4-mile drive southeast on Foxhall Road NW. “Even in rush hour traffic, it only takes like 20 to 30 minutes to get downtown. That’s a quick commute for D.C.,” Burke says. Several Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority bus stops are along MacArthur Boulevard NW. The closest Metro station is less than 3 miles north in Tenleytown. It follows the Red Line, reaching downtown D.C.’s Metro Center in about 15 minutes. Interstate 66 is a two-and-a-half-mile drive south. The highway connects with Interstate 495, locally called The Capital Beltway, with another 10-mile drive west. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is 6 miles south, and the Sibley Memorial Hospital is 2 miles north.
District of Columbia Public Schools and highly rated private options
Children can attend Key Elementary School and Hardy Middle School, both graded an A by Niche. They may continue to MacArthur High School, which opened in 2023 and has yet to be graded by Niche. The high school also offers Career and Technical Education pathways in computer science, computer maintenance and engineering.
The neighborhood has several private schools, including St. Patrick’s Episcopal Day School’s lower campus, which receives an A. Prekindergarten through eighth grade Our Lady of Victory School also earns an A. Bells occasionally ring from its adjacent Romanesque Revival-style church. The Field School gets an A-plus and serves sixth through 12th-grade students in its Art Deco-style building.
Key Elementary School faithfully serves the children of Berkley and surrounding areas.
Hardy Middle School is a short ride away for students living in Berkley.
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Locals can go to lacrosse, softball and soccer games at The Vern
Most residential streets in Berkley don’t have sidewalks, but Burke says people still walk to the small shopping strips along MacArthur Boulevard NW. Bistro tables dot the sidewalk in front of Black Coffee, where breakfast sandwiches are served all day. Next door, fresh fish sits on ice at the entryway of BlackSalt, an upscale seafood market and restaurant. “After school drop-off, parents will grab breakfast at Black Coffee,” Burke says. “Then, on Friday night, everyone’s at BlackSalt because they’ve got a great wine menu. I can’t step foot into either of those places without seeing one of my neighbors.” In 1949, the MacArthur Theater opened on the street. It showed feature films and hosted the 1979 “Star Trek” world premiere before closing in 1997. While the theater’s Art Moderne-style façade remains intact, the interior now houses a CVS Pharmacy. Local produce farmers, butchers and bakers shut down car traffic on 48th Place NW for the Palisades Farmers Market, held year-round on Sunday. Grocery stores including Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s are about 2 miles east of the neighborhood on Wisconsin Avenue NW. Patagonia, Sephora and other nationally recognized stores line Georgetown’s M Street, just as close to the south.
Discover Berkley's cultural gem at the Kreeger Museum, where art comes to life.
Berkley is home to international ambassadors and The Kreeger Museum
The Federal Republic of Germany Embassy and the German ambassador’s residence sit behind gates on Reservoir Road NW. Built in the 1960s, the embassy’s International-style architecture mimics the design of Bauhaus, an early 20th-century German art school. The Belgian ambassador and Spanish ambassador reside in estates along Foxhall Road NW. Across the street, paintings by Claude Monet, Pablo Picasso and other impressionist artists fill The Kreeger Museum, also made in the International style. Granite pieces dot the museum's 5-acre sculpture garden, and yoga classes are held regularly on the Italian travertine flooring surrounding the reflecting pool.
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Parks in this Area
Battery Kemble Park
Trails
Hiking
W Street Park
Trails
Playground
Glover Archbold Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Hiking
Fletcher's Cove
Bike Trails
Boating
Fishing
Hardy Recreation Center
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Dog Park
Transit
Airport
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
14 min drive
Bus
Macarthur Blvd NW & V St NW
Bus
Macarthur Blvd NW & U St NW
Bus
Macarthur Blvd NW & Ashby St NW
Berkley Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Berkley, Washington sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Berkley, Washington over the last 12 months is $350,000, down 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Tucked away in the distinguished enclave of Battery Kemble Place, once part of the estate of former New York Governor and U.S. Vice President Nelson Rockefeller, this elegant home blends classic style with modern comfort.A dramatic foyer with lofty ceilings sets the stage upon entry, offering a grand welcome and effortless flow into the home’s many inviting spaces. The formal living room
Welcome to this extraordinary 5,000+ sq ft residence, perfectly sited on a sprawling 16,156 sq ft lot in one of Washington, DC's most prestigious and private neighborhoods. Nestled among mature trees and surrounded by custom estate homes, this property offers a rare blend of space, elegance, and tranquility right in the heart of the city.Inside, the home features an elegant living room, a
The Berkley neighborhood residences are synonymous with quiet luxury and restrained elegance. Nestled within the newest section of Battery Kemble Place, this distinguished enclave, on the site of the former Rockefeller Estate, is 4813 Kemble Place. Designed by Arthur Cotton Moore, the home is a classic brick colonial blending traditional principles with modern livability. Perfectly symmetrical,
Berkley beauty, nestled on a quiet street but oh so close to downtown, the canal and river, shops, restaurants, grocery, W St. Park, Palisades Park. Enjoy the space of 5 BR and 5 BA, glorious sun room over looking private and serene back yard with patio. Hardwoods throughout. Fabulous entertaining inside and out!Easy into or out of town, and lower level perfect for guests, Au-Pair, etc.
This timeless and lovingly updated four-story brick Colonial offers sweeping views of Battery Kemble Park and features 5 spacious bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, with homes on only one side of the street! On the main level, you'll find a large living room with a wood-burning fireplace, a light-filled sunroom, a formal dining room, and an updated kitchen with walk-in pantry, sunny breakfast area and
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,281
Median Age
40
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$243,609
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$229,541
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.8%
College Graduates
92.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
58.6%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
31°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
13''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
45/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
25/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
35/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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