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Living in East Corner, Washington's easternmost neighborhood
East Corner is a quiet residential neighborhood on the far eastern border of Washington. It takes its name from one of 40 stones laid out in the 1790s to mark the borders of the newly formed capital, which you can still see today. Homes here tend to be priced well below the citywide median, and the Capitol Heights Metro station is less than a mile away for straightforward downtown commutes. Marvin Gaye Park and its nearly 2-mile trail anchor the neighborhood's outdoor scene, and while East Corner is light on shopping and dining, nearby centers keep things convenient.
What to expect from East Corner's housing market
Housing options in East Corner range from brick rowhomes and twin homes to detached bungalows and Colonial Revivals. You’ll find some newer construction, too. “There's a section of new homes in Capitol Gateway from 2006 and 2007, [but] there's still a rich history of folks who've lived here for the last 50 to 60 years,” says Melvin Yates, a local broker and founder of The Flagship Group with eXp Realty. If you're not ready to buy, East Corner is a renter-friendly neighborhood with several apartment complexes.
Most homes date back to the early to mid-20th century, but many have been updated and are move-in-ready. “Many of the older homes and buildings are actually being rehabbed," says Melissa Melendez, a Realtor with Debbie Dogrul & Associates at eXp Realty. “Homeowners and developers have kept a lot of the charming architectural features and worked around them.” East Corner’s median sale price is in the low $400,000s, lower than the citywide median, but a bit higher than in nearby neighborhoods like Marshall Heights, Deanwood and Capitol View. It’s also a smaller pocket of the city, so you won’t see a ton of listings on the market at once.
Public and charter school options for local families
East Corner is part of the District of Columbia Public Schools system, which zones students to Drew Elementary School, Kelly Miller Middle School and H.D. Woodson High School. The high school offers college credit through Advanced Placement and dual-enrollment courses. You can apply for other district and charter schools through the My School DC lottery. KIPP DC Valor Academy is a nearby charter option with a B rating from Niche that serves fifth through eighth grades.
East Corner transit options and downtown commute times
You won't find a Metro station in East Corner, but you're less than a mile from the Capitol Heights station on the Blue and Silver lines. "Capitol Heights Metro is busy, though there's not as much foot traffic," says Yates. "It's a huge bus depot as well, so that's popular for folks here. You can go to a number of places from there." You can take the bus to Capitol Heights station or leave your car in the park-and-ride lot before heading to work. Alternatively, drivers can take East Capitol Street directly toward downtown. The trip takes about 20 minutes on the Metro, but the roughly 8-mile drive can take close to an hour during peak travel times. Follow East Capitol Street the other way and it connects to the Capital Beltway for commutes around the metro area.
Most shopping and dining are a short drive away
East Corner is a residential community with limited shopping and dining. Addie Loves Soul Food and American Best Chicken & Waffle are popular takeout options in the neighborhood, but you’ll have to head farther from home for more choices. That includes groceries, as there’s no grocery store in East Corner. Bigger shopping centers within 5 miles of the neighborhood include:
East River Park, which has a Safeway and a CVS for errands
Shops at Dakota Crossing, with Lowe’s, Costco and Dick’s Sporting Goods
Centre at Forestville, a mall with Target, JCPenney and Five Below
Penn Mar Shopping Center, for casual eats at Ledo Pizza and Urban Crab Boil
Marvin Gaye Park anchors East Corner's outdoor scene
Marvin Gaye Park is the longest city park in Washington and runs right through East Corner along the Watts Branch stream valley. It’s best known for the Marvin Gaye Trail, a nearly 2-mile-long paved path where you’ll see people walking their dogs, running and biking. Residents can access the trail at Marvin Gaye Recreation Center, a neighborhood hub with basketball courts and a music-themed playground with a splash pad. You can also follow the trail toward Anacostia Park, a riverfront green space that is home to Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens.
Nearby events and festivals worth checking out
There are community events throughout the year. Here are a few popular festivities East Corner residents can go to:
Lotus and Water Lily Festival, a summer celebration at Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens
Anacostia River Festival, which brings live music and family friendly activities to Anacostia Park
Ward 7 Juneteenth Parade, a community-led event ending in nearby Fort Dupont Park
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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East Corner Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East Corner, Washington sell after 172 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in East Corner, Washington over the last 12 months is $424,900, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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