The Douglass community of Washington, D.C., is named after the famed abolitionist Frederick Douglass, who lived just 2 miles away in the Anacostia neighborhood. As prices rise and new construction pops up, the community still maintains its rich culture.
Lush lawns, tree-lined sidewalks and murals in the parks give the neighborhood a refreshing brightness. There are a handful of older homes, but for the most part, the housing stock comprises townhomes built after 2000. The neighborhood's median price of $430,000 fetches a three-bedroom townhome with a little bit of yard space out front. Four-bedroom townhomes with about the same size yard as the three-bedroom sell for about $500,000. For $640,000, there are contemporary townhomes available, bearing exteriors that mimic the brick facades of historic properties. "These newer developments are becoming more popular, and there's more coming." says Sonya Abney, a Realtor who's sold multiple homes in the area. There are some detached single-family homes in the neighborhood built in the 1920s and ‘30s. These Craftsmans and Foursquares go for about $500,000 and typically have bigger yards than the townhomes nearby. The market here is hot. “Like every community in D.C., homes here go quick,” says Abney. “You have to put in an offer as soon as your heart is set on one.”
Students in Douglass are a part of the District of Columbia Public Schools system. They begin their education at Turner Elementary School and then move on to Johnson Middle School. Both schools get C-minus grades from Niche. They are also conveniently located within the neighborhood. Students round out their education a couple of miles outside the neighborhood at Anacostia High School, which also gets a C-minus grade. Anacostia’s Public Leadership Academy is an industry-based program that teaches students to be agents of social innovation through government and law.
There isn’t much recreational space in the neighborhood, so locals flock to the Douglass Community Center for outdoor amenities. The beautiful murals of civil rights leaders display the neighborhood’s vibrant sense of community. The center features a basketball court, playground, pool, and tennis court.
The Shops at Park Village is on the southern edge of the neighborhood. The shopping center has a Giant, a Chipotle and businesses including Like That 2 Barber Shop, a family-owned chain. The Like That barbershop family believes that supporting the community is key, so every year, they provide school supplies for local youth and distribute food baskets during the holidays.
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Floretta Davis
Samson Properties
(240) 559-5110
144 Total Sales
1 in Douglass
$455,000 Price
Sur-Raun Calloway
EXP Realty, LLC
(301) 923-4554
50 Total Sales
2 in Douglass
$185,000 Price Range
Uzoma Ogbuokiri
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
(240) 221-5517
51 Total Sales
1 in Douglass
$450,000 Price
Michael Soper
Next Step Realty
(667) 213-1153
165 Total Sales
1 in Douglass
$450,000 Price
Stephanie Cooper
RLAH @properties
(202) 883-6205
78 Total Sales
1 in Douglass
$490,000 Price
Russell Carter
Keller Williams Capital Properties
(202) 856-9138
180 Total Sales
6 in Douglass
$420K - $480K Price Range
Airport
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
18 min drive
Subway
Congress Heights
Bus
Bruce Pl SE & Stanton Rd SE
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12 Pl SE & Jasper Rd SE
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Stanton Rd Se+Congress Pl Se
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Stanton Rd Se+Suitland Pkwy
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Bruce Pl SE & #3100
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Alabama Av SE & Bruce Pl SE
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Douglass | US |
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| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 9 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 8 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 9 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Douglass, Washington sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Douglass, Washington over the last 12 months is $407,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Median List Price
$432,000
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Median Sale Price
$407,000
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Median Single Family Sale Price
$367,000
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Median Townhouse Sale Price
$433,500
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Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$221,000
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Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
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Last 12 months Home Sales
17
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%
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Average Price Per Sq Ft
$235
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Number of Homes
524
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Number of Homes for Sale
9
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Median Year Built
2006
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Months of Supply
6.40
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Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,364
Significantly below the national average
1,934
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Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,717
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Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
999
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Median Lot Size Sq Ft
2,613
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$1,613 - $2,494 per month
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Number of Homes for Rent
4
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Median Rent
$2,230
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Median Single Family Home Rent
$5,000
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Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$3,100
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Median Townhouse Rent
$3,557
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Median Condo Rent
$1,850
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Total Population
3,735
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Median Age
30
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Population Density
18 ppl/acre
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Population under 18
34.9%
Above the national average
23.8%
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Population over 65
9.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
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Median Household Income
$49,079
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
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Average Household Income
$72,248
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High School Graduates
90.5%
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College Graduates
17.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
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Advanced Degrees
10.8%
On par with the national average
13.3%
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% Population in Labor Force
65.7%
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Annual Precipitation
42''
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Average Winter Low Temperature
31°F
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Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
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Annual Snowfall
13''
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Bikeability
Walkability
Transit
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Community at the edge of Washington with park and metro access
Quiet Southeast streets with classic homes, new construction and Green Line access
Urban convenience meets comparative affordability across the Anacostia River
Southeast DC living near the Green Line, Fort Stanton Park and Skyland Town Center
A fast-growing D.C. suburb without the big city hassle.
Historic neighborhood east of the Anacostia River
