Ali Velasco
RLAH @properties
(888) 250-3158
60 Total Sales
1 in Buena Vista
$558,090 Price
Buena Vista
With the excitement happening in the southeastern quadrant of D.C., now is the time to get in on Buena Vista. “All of a sudden, it’s cool to live there,” says Evan Marbury of Compass Realty. “In a couple of years, three major grocery chains have opened, a ton of locally owned restaurants have opened, and this is just the beginning so property values will only go up.” This can be attributed to the major development happening in the newly announced Bridge District, walking distance from Buena Vista. The project will transform 100 acres of land into a vibrant center for dining, breweries and parks.
Many of the homes in Buena Vista are attached single-family houses, ranging from condos to townhomes to brick homes with separate yards. Prices range from just over $150,000 for a two-bedroom condo to $550,000 for a three-story, four-bedroom townhomes. The streets are lined by wide sidewalks, making Buena Vista a very walkable neighborhood. Despite not having many open green spaces, there are a plethora of mature trees between housing units. As Marbury notes, proximity to D.C. is key, “Even with the river, it’s actually easier to get to D.C. from the southeast side. That’s huge for people commuting into work daily.”
Students enter Moten Elementary School, part of the District of Columbia Public School System. Moten offers an array of during and after-school activities, such as book clubs, ballet and fitness programs. Next is Kramer Middle School, which features a STEM robotics program. The local high school is the newly renovated Anacostia High. The 200,000-square-foot school was updated in 2012 with a new media center, gymnasium and classrooms. Buena Vista is also home to a multitude of charter schools, like KIPP DC Heights Academy, which earned an A rating on Niche, and KIPP DC AIM Academy which has a B+ rating.
Savoy Playground has climbing equipment and a picnic area perfect for play inside the big city. Less than a mile away sits Anacostia Park. Operated by the United States National Park Service, the 1,2000-acre land offers grills perfect for gathering friends for lunch. With direct access to the Anacostia River, it is a popular fishing destination, and the river hiking trails are filled with great waterfront views. There is no shortage of action as Anacostia Park contains nine tennis courts, three basketball courts and a roller rink for those who want to lace up the skates. Just across Erie Street to the north is Fort Stanton Park, providing access to 150 acres of hiking and biking trails.
You won’t be able to beat Busboys and Poets for dinner and entertainment. Offering small plates, paninis and large entrees, the food is just the beginning at this hot spot. Open mic nights and book readings are always being added to the schedule so customers can get some culture with their eats. Locals rave over 6Co Eatery as an ideal spot to grab lunch. The steak and cheese sandwich with the special house sauce is a fan favorite, as are the skinny fries. Right down the road is Mama’s Pizza Kitchen boasting eight specialty pizzas to go with other Italian favorites.
Residents love the ease and convenience of Stanton supermarket located in the heart of the neighborhood. Stanton is stocked with produce options, dairy products and home cleaning supplies for a quick trip to get what you need. Just a few miles away, locals head to Lidl or Safeway to collect groceries for the entire week. The metro provides easy access to the expansive shopping options found in the heart of Washington, D.C.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Ali Velasco
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Melissa Terzis
Melissa Terzis
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
(844) 248-8910
92 Total Sales
2 in Buena Vista
$385K - $430K Price Range
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Roby Thompson
Roby Thompson
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
(202) 929-5866
161 Total Sales
1 in Buena Vista
$620,000 Price
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Ken Rub
Ken Rub
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
(301) 962-2129
50 Total Sales
1 in Buena Vista
$405,000 Price
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DANNY LEUNG
DANNY LEUNG
Century 21 Redwood Realty
(571) 701-1241
216 Total Sales
1 in Buena Vista
$153,000 Price
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Lorin Mones
Lorin Mones
RLAH @properties
(301) 485-5787
50 Total Sales
2 in Buena Vista
$200K - $600K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
The Yards Park
- Picnic Area
- Events
- Amphitheater
Barry Farm Recreation Center
- Basketball
- Football
- Pool
Diamond Teague Park
- Boating
- Kayak/Canoe
- River
Savoy Playground
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Community Center
Fort Stanton Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Anacostia Park
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Transit
Airport
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
15 min drive
Subway
Anacostia
Bus
Pomeroy Rd SE & Sheridan Rd SE
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Sheridan Rd SE & M L King Jr Ave SE
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Howard Rd SE & East Entrance To Anacostia Station
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Stanton Road And Douglass Road SE
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Morris Rd SE & Pomeroy Rd SE
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Mlk Jr Ave SE & Talbert St SE
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Buena Vista | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 10 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 7 | 4 |
| Robbery | 8 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Buena Vista Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Buena Vista, Washington sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Buena Vista, Washington over the last 12 months is $520,000, up 72% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$895,000
Median Sale Price
$520,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$930,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$835,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
27
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
72%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$284
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
817
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1953
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,393
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,350
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
958
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
883
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,049
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
6,671
Median Age
31
Population Density
25 ppl/acre
Population under 18
35.6%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$31,600
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$53,070
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.6%
College Graduates
23.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.9%
% Population in Labor Force
56.8%
Below the national average
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®
39
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
56
/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
78
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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Historic neighborhood east of the Anacostia River
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