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Location is key with many buyers
Whimsically named for the rolling mist that used to hang in the air over this low-lying area, modern Foggy Bottom feels a world away from the industrial center it once was when factories lined the Potomac River. “With one big exception, this neighborhood isn’t considered a big entertainment destination, but you’re not going to find a better location,” says Washington Fine Properties agent Nathan Guggenheim, a top volume producer in the DMV metro area who has been selling real estate since 2007. “You’ve got Georgetown, Dupont Circle and West End next door, and the Kennedy Center is right there.” Great for students and professionals, Foggy Bottom is home to George Washington University and walkable to major D.C. employers like the World Bank, International Monetary Fund, Federal Reserve, and the U.S. State Department. “We’re also the last Metro stop in the district, so I like to say we’re the gateway to Virginia,” says Coldwell Banker’s Geroge Eckerle, who has called the neighborhood home for almost 40 years. “Proximity and access to Virginia is becoming more important to buyers as businesses continue to relocate there from the city.”
People come from all over to see shows at the Kennedy Center in Foggy Bottom.
Largely dominated by government and office buildings, Foggy Bottom is at the center of it all.
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Impact of George Washington University
The GW campus has been at the heart of Foggy Bottom since it relocated to the neighborhood in 1912. Situated just south of Washington Circle, George Washington University Hospital is one of the top medical centers in the region, with facilities that occupy several city blocks. Known to be good neighbors, agent Pam Ryan-Brye of Compass says the university works closely with the neighborhood association and is known to be responsive to complaints and concerns. “It’s nice because longtime residents reach out to new students and welcome them each year,” says Ryan-Brye, who has sold in Foggy Bottom for over 35 years. “They have a student liaison who works with them on things like the spring and fall cleanups, which can attract 20 to 30 student volunteers.” GW requires all first- and second-year students to live on campus, but investors appreciate the healthy rental demand created by the rest of the university population.
GW students walk home from classes past the bust of George Washington outside the school's gate.
The George Washington University Campus also occupies Foggy Bottom.
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The Kennedy Center is always buzzing
Foggy Bottom is home to the country’s busiest performing arts venue in the Kennedy Center, which hosts around 2,000 events each year. “A lot of the people in the neighborhood go to the Kennedy Center because they’re always having free concerts,” Ryan-Brye says. With a regular line-up of performances ranging from musical ensembles and touring theater companies — to celebrity artists and performers, this renowned venue also regularly hosts free performances. With the neighborhood not being far from the Tidal Basin, residents can also attend the National Cherry Blossom Festival each spring without having to fight the traffic caused by the nearly 1.5 million visitors who attend annually.
Go to the Kennedy Center in Foggy Bottom for off-Broadway shows and other events.
Free for Foggy Bottom locals and guests, take a tour of the John F. Kennedy Center.
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Brick rowhomes with Georgetown vibes
Known for neat little rows of colorful turn-of-the-20th-century brick rowhomes with adorning shutters, Foggy Bottom has diverse housing at a wide range of price points. “We call those two-bedroom, one-baths the dollhouses, which have a colonial feel to them like a lot of the places in Georgetown, only at a much lower cost,” Eckerle says. The smallest townhomes in Foggy Bottom are closest to the river and start around $700,000, while larger ones can be priced as high as $2 million. “There are only 140 houses in the Historical District, so there’s going to be competition for those listings,” Guggenheim says. The rest of the housing in the neighborhood is older co-op and condominium buildings, mostly constructed between the 1960s and 1990s, which Ryan-Brye says tend to prohibit pets. A studio in the neighborhood starts around $200,000, while a three-bedroom, three-bath unit in the historic Watergate listed for $4.5 million in 2021.
People walking down the shaded, residential streets of Foggy Bottom.
A Victorian-Style row home on H St NW in Foggy Bottom.
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The renowned School Without Walls
Foggy Bottom is served by District of Columbia Public Schools, an above-average urban school district graded B by Niche but with an A in diversity. Several highly rated and reputable schools are located in or around the neighborhood. The School Without Walls at Francis-Stevens and The School Without Walls High School both received grades of B-plus or higher from the Niche rating site. School Without Walls at Francis-Stevens, based in neighboring West End, serves pre-kindergarten to eighth grade. The magnet high school, which is graded A-plus, operates out of a renovated historic building on the GW campus and employs a revolutionary 1970s education theory that emphasizes learning outside of the classroom. Its students must complete a community internship to graduate, in addition to learning from a college-preparatory curriculum. A private option, the Washington International School – Primary School in Georgetown is graded A-plus by Niche.
The School without Walls is a top-rated elementary school serving Foggy Bottom kids K-8.
The Washington International School in Foggy Bottom gets an A+ from Niche.
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Ethnic dining
Neighboring Dupont Circle and Georgetown are home to some of the best shopping and dining destinations in the district, but Foggy Bottom has plenty of its own offerings. “Having the Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s here is huge because this is the kind of neighborhood where you can get everything done on foot,” Eckerle says. The dining scene is diverse, with popular ethnic restaurants and markets clustered near the intersection of I Street and Pennsylvania Avenue. “La Perla is a lovely family-owned Italian place where the long-time owner comes out and welcomes guests,” Ryan-Brye says. “And the restaurant at the Watergate, Kingbird, is great. It’s modern, upscale and a great amenity for visitors to the hotel and residents.”
Foggy Bottom is full of top-notch restaurants like North Italia.
People dining outside of Square Food Court in Foggy Bottom.
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Rock Creek Park and the National Mall
Washingtonians are known to appreciate an outdoor lifestyle. Those living in Foggy Bottom have access to some of the best outdoor amenities in the city – and some of the most recognizable public spaces in the U.S. Just south of the GW campus. A few blocks west of the White House, Rawlins Park is lined with benches and features a reflecting pond. The park is nothing short of mesmerizing in March and April when the magnolia trees bloom. While most residents don’t make it their mission to take frequent trips to the National Mall, particularly during peak tourist season, many do enjoy running along the Tidal Basin toward the monuments. “You’re very close to hiking and biking at Rock Creek Park here, which is going to be a very big selling point for certain buyers,” Ryan-Brye says. Set on nearly 2,000 acres, the park is sparse this far south, but the trail links to wider green space a few miles north. Managed by the National Park Service, Rock Creek Park was the nation’s third national park when it was designated in 1890.
Thousands of people attend the kite fest on the National Mall adjacent to Foggy Bottom.
Rawlins Park in Foggy Bottom is small, green oasis in largely urban Foggy Bottom.
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Buyers pay for car-free lifestyle
A car-free lifestyle is one of the draws to Foggy Bottom, which has a dedicated metro stop on the Blue Line that connects to Reagan National Airport. There are also Metrobus routes along major thoroughfares like Virginia and Pennsylvania avenues and H and 23rd streets. “So much of this area is walkable, and buyers here are paying for that convenience,” Eckerle says. “And we’re right on the city's edge, so you can get to Virginia without being forced to drive through town.”
The Foggy Bottom-GWU Metro runs Blue, Orange and Silver Line trains.
Apartments line Pennsylvania Ave NW, a major thoroughfare connecting much of DC.
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Foggy Bottom Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Foggy Bottom, Washington sell after 76 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Foggy Bottom, Washington over the last 12 months is $335,000, down 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Located on the top floor of The Plaza, one of Foggy Bottom’s most iconic full-service residences, Unit 1002 offers refined city living at an impressive scale. A corner apartment spanning approximately 2,100 square feet, this expansive 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath home is defined by generous proportions, abundant natural light, and open elevated views of the Washington Monument and in the evening, the moon
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Experience refined waterfront living in this freshly renovated co-op residence located in the iconic Watergate South Building. This elegant 1-bedroom + den, 2-bathroom unit offers a sophisticated layout paired with sweeping views of the Potomac River, creating a serene backdrop for everyday living and entertaining. The beautifully updated interior features a spacious living area filled with
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Experience elevated city living in this expansive, light-filled top-floor corner residence at 2475 Virginia Ave NW #930, located in the heart of Foggy Bottom. This rare 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers approximately 1,250 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space with stunning western views over Georgetown and beyond. Beautifully maintained hardwood parquet floors run throughout the
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Luxury Meets Location at Letterman House – Rare Top-Floor, Furnished Condo in the Heart of D.C. Experience elevated city living in this rare top-floor residence at the highly sought-after Letterman House, offering 180-degree panoramic city views and exceptional privacy. Perched above it all, this sun-filled condo features expansive windows that create a bright, airy atmosphere rarely found in
Beautifully Renovated 1BR Converted to 2BR in Prime Foggy Bottom Location! Great for owner and fantastic investor opportunity with a an average annual rent of $36,000.Asking price, less assumable underlying Mortgage of (approx) $27,400 for a Net price of $267,600. Bright and stylishly updated, this apartment features a new open kitchen with breakfast bar, granite countertops, and stainless
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FOGGY BOTTOM near GW --- This stylish one-bedroom condo is situated in the Swarthmore building in Washington DC's bustling Foggy Bottom neighborhood. Renovated with contemporary flair, it boasts refinished floors, a modern gas range, a sleek subway tile shower, and includes an area perfect for storage, a small office or a dressing room. Additionally, this residence offers the convenience of 1
All utilities included. Bright and freshly painted sun-filled condo in the heart of Foggy Bottom with large windows overlooking H Street. The unit features an updated kitchen with granite countertops, a beautifully renovated bathroom, and plenty of storage space. The building offers a 24-hour concierge and convenient laundry facilities with new washers and dryers on each floor. Residents can also
Experience the vibrant heart of Washington, DC in this bright and open studio. Featuring parquet hardwood floors, a spacious living area, walk-in closet, and full bathroom, this condo offers both comfort and style. Enjoy the convenience of a 24-hour concierge, and an unbeatable location—Close to the Foggy Bottom Metro Station, George Washington University, and GW Hospital. You'll be steps from
Cheery studio apartment, super close to GWU, ready for immediate move-in! Updated kitchen and bath, and a large open living space, with a view of the pool. You'll love living in this secure building, with a 24-hour front desk. Convenient to everything that DC has to offer! Schedule a showing today and get it while it lasts!
Discover the perfect blend of convenience and comfort in this spacious, light-filled one-bedroom apartment, ideally located in the vibrant center of Foggy Bottom. Whether you’re a professional at the hospital, a student at GWU, or simply a city lover, this home puts the best of DC right at your doorstep. this spacious, light-filled one-bedroom apartment, ideally located in the vibrant center of
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Expansive, 4-level townhouse with private roof patio in the heart of Foggy Bottom. This 4BD, 2.5BTH rowhome is set back from 24th St. and nestled into a quiet, gated courtyard. Fantastic location and lovely setting just steps to everything: George Washington University, Foggy Bottom METRO, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, and everyone's favorite 24-hour market, 7-11. Additional features include
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The Statesman, centrally located in Washington DC next to the George Washington University campus and with easy metro access, offers thoughtfully designed furnished and unfurnished studio and 1 bedroom apartment homes that feature a host of amenities like updated kitchens with white cabinetry, expansive windows, parquet flooring, large walk-in closets and lovely bathrooms. The Statesman is a Rent
A charming one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit located in the highly sought-after Foggy Bottom neighborhood. Upon entry, you are welcomed into a foyer with a deep coat closet, providing excellent storage. Straight ahead is the bathroom featuring a tub, with additional foyer space outside the bathroom that offers even more storage and flexibility. To the left of the foyer is the spacious living room,
The Remington Apartments offers newly renovated 3 bedroom/ 2 bathroom apartments ranging in size from 597 to 707 sqft. Each includes an in-unit washer/dryer, in-unit controllable heat and AC, updated stainless appliances, as well as private balconies with great views! Located at 601 24th Street, NW Washington, DC in the Foggy Bottom neighborhood by the World Bank, State Department, the Advisory
Welcome to this large corner, bright one-bedroom apartment on the 3rd Floor. The apartment features floor-to-ceiling windows that bring in a lot of light. Open kitchen with center island. This apartment is on the North/West corner of the building. The building has a 24-hr front desk, Roof Deck Pool, fitness room, business center & Patio w/grills. Washer/Dryer on the same floor. The building
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Varsity on K is a pet-friendly building that features studio, 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments for rent in the vibrant Foggy Bottom neighborhood. Just steps from GWU and the State Department, and only two blocks from the Foggy Bottom Metro, living at Varsity on K offers sought-after convenience and connectivity in North DC.
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