Fort Dupont
Neighborhood in Washington, District of Columbia
District of Columbia 20019
Options to rent or buy
Most properties in Fort Dupont are apartments, and most residents rent. However, those looking to buy can find townhouses or duplexes in the $300,000 to $500,000 range. Single-family homes come in various styles, including ranch-style, American Foursquare and simple bungalows. Chain-link fences enclose sloped front yards; awnings shade front stoops, and, here and there, carports cover vehicles. A fully renovated, semidetached 1920s townhouse lists for nearly $600,000, while a two-bedroom brick-attached townhouse from the 1940s goes on the market for nearly $400,000. New construction, including raised ranch-style houses and custom-design builds, typically costs around $800,000. “The homes are appreciating in value,” says Randy Louis, CEO of Block Shoppers, a local organization aimed at empowering people to build generational wealth through real estate. “A lot of people are looking to buy, and many hold onto their homes.”The Fort Dupont Summer Concert Series
The Fort Dupont Summer Concert Series at Fort Dupont Park has been a community staple since 1972, drawing visitors from all over the city. Locals pack lawn chairs and picnic blankets, gather their families and friends and listen to music from national and regional artists at the outdoor amphitheater. “It’s a great time to be in the community and enjoy live entertainment with your neighbors,” Louis says. “It’s a vibrant time, especially in the summer with good weather. There’s good jazz and R&B – all different genres – good food. It’s the epitome of D.C. culture.”Fort Dupont Park, baseball and ice rinks
Fort Dupont Park is the former grounds of a Civil War-era earthwork that defended Washington, D.C., from the Confederate army. Today, it’s home to the unpaved Fort Circle Hiker-Biker Trail, which runs 7 miles, a playground, picnic areas and the popular summertime Fort Dupont Concert Series. The Washington Nationals Youth Baseball Academy is also in Fort Dupont Park. It provides free academic and athletic programming, including an after-school program and travel softball and baseball teams, to the youth of Wards 7 and 8. The academy does a lot of community outreach, including selling low-cost farmers market bags and operating a teaching garden for kids. The Fort Dupont Ice Arena and the Fort Dupont Outdoor Pool are also in the park. Nearby Fort Chaplin Park is also a former Civil War earthwork. It now stands as a place for the community to spend time outdoors and learn about history through informative signs. The Benning Stoddert Recreation Center on First Street has a computer lab, fitness center, sports courts and more. The Anacostia River and the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail are nearby, providing locals with waterfront recreation.Getting around D.C.
Locals can cross the John Philip Sousa Bridge or Whitney Young Memorial Bridge to reach the heart of the nation’s capital by car. “You can get to all quadrants of D.C. in about 15 to 20 minutes,” Louis explains. To access the city using public transportation, the nearest Metro station is on Benning Road, and there are bus stops throughout the neighborhood.Students get college-ready at Anacostia High School
Students are zoned for District of Columbia Public Schools and can attend Kimball Elementary School, which receives a C from Niche. Then, they can attend Sousa Middle School and Anacostia High School, which both receive C-minus scores. Anacostia has a College & Career Center to prepare students for future employment through hands-on learning and programming.Amenities nearby
There’s not much by way of dining and shopping in Fort Dupont; however, locals are surrounded by amenities outside their neighborhood. Along Minnesota Avenue, just north, locals will find a plethora of commercial conveniences tucked between apartment buildings and single-family homes. Norma’s Breakfast is popular in the mornings, serving homestyle cooking before closing at 2:30 daily, and nearby Safeway guarantees locals can quickly grab groceries. But Fort Dupont’s location ensures residents aren’t far from everything they need. “You can go right up to H Street, where they have the streetcars, bars and restaurants,” Louis explains. “It’s near Maryland too, right next to Prince George County, where there are a lot of restaurants and entertainment options.”
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Russell Carter
Russell Carter
Keller Williams Capital Properties
(202) 856-9138
182 Total Sales
1 in Fort Dupont
$140,000 Price
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Brandon Scott
Brandon Scott
Keller Williams Capital Properties
(202) 953-2491
60 Total Sales
1 in Fort Dupont
$430,000 Price
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Neil Bacchus
Neil Bacchus
EXP Realty, LLC
(301) 281-6383
132 Total Sales
1 in Fort Dupont
$185,000 Price
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Ray Valentine
Ray Valentine
Keller Williams Capital Properties
(240) 704-8955
22 Total Sales
1 in Fort Dupont
$392,500 Price
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Amina Camara
Amina Camara
DMV Residential Realty
(202) 519-0779
50 Total Sales
1 in Fort Dupont
$465,000 Price
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Jared Block
Jared Block
Responds QuicklyAlex Cooper Auctioneers, Inc.
(443) 219-1007
242 Total Sales
3 in Fort Dupont
$46K - $79K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Pope Branch Park
- Trails
- Playground
Fort Dupont Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Fort Chaplin Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
Fort Davis Recreation Center
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Tennis
Ridge Road Community Center
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Football
Benning Stoddert Recreation Center
- Baseball/Softball
- Tennis
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Fort Dupont | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 10 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 7 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 9 | 4 |
| Robbery | 9 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 7 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Fort Dupont Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fort Dupont, Washington sell after 72 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Fort Dupont, Washington over the last 12 months is $76,000, down 81% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$85,000
Median Sale Price
$76,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$396,250
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$78,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-81%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$143
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
353
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1958
Months of Supply
3.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,548
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,306
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
870
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
729
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,920
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,504 - $2,032 per month
- Anacostia Gardens
- 1-3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 522+ Sq Ft
- 3600 Ely Place SE
- Washington, DC
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,271
Median Age
35
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
31.1%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$36,725
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$52,883
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.8%
College Graduates
8.6%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.7%
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®
35
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
26
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
53
/ 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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