Garfield Heights
Neighborhood in Washington, District of Columbia
District of Columbia 20020
Parking at home is far easier than it is downtown
Prices in Garfield Heights vary greatly depending on the type of home. A two-bedroom, 800-square-foot condo will cost around $135,000, while a three-bedroom single-family home may cost around $450,000. For investors, four-unit buildings are available for close to $900,000. On-street parking will be a necessity for many of the homes, but Jessie contents, “you don’t have to worry about people parking in front of your house like you would in other parts of the city. In Garfield Heights, having a car isn’t a burden like it can be in other areas.” While many of the homes don’t have their own yards, there are community green spaces available, making it a pet-friendly neighborhood.Local restaurants, specialty bakers and trusted chains
When residents are looking to spice things up, they head to America’s Best Wings on Alabama Avenue. See how hot you can go with a 10-piece wing combo or grab a Ceasar salad wrap with fries. For even more chicken options, the Roaming Rooster is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The OG Nashville sandwich is a classic lunch selection. For a quick flatbread, & Pizza won’t disappoint, and YUM Specialty Cakes By Rakita is the best spot in town for dessert. Rakita will custom decorate any cake, but the most popular is the pineapple upside-down cake.Two new national grocery chains have popped up in the Garfield Heights area in recent years. Safeway is just two blocks east of the neighborhood, while Lidl is at the epicenter of the Skyland Town Center less than a mile from Garfield Heights. The Skyland Town Center offers patrons the familiarity of trusted chains such as Starbucks, Tropical Smoothie Café and Mezeh, while also including local spots like Fuji Steakhouse and Halfsmoke.
Johnson Middle partners with the community
Children in Garfield Heights will pass through the District of Columbia Public School System, beginning with Garfield Elementary. They then attend Johnson Middle School, which was named a Connected School in 2019. As a Connected School, Johnson Middle partners with the community to provide an integrated approach to all aspects of learning and ensure students of all backgrounds can thrive in school. Ballou High School offers students the opportunity to get ahead in a career by taking courses that can lead to college credit or internships. Some of these studies include culinary studies, computer engineering, and auto tech certification. Ballou’s marching band has performed at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and the Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena.Play inside or outside at Hillcrest Recreation Center
Less than a mile from Garfield Heights sits Hillcrest Recreation Center. The center provides outdoor and indoor fitness equipment, including full weight and cardio areas. Locals play pick-up hoops on the indoor basketball courts and practice their green thumbs in the community garden. The outdoor walking trail and spray park are great for summertime adventures. Locals head to the Department of Parks and Recreation tennis courts just a block away from the recreation center to serve up even more activity.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Sur-Raun Calloway
Sur-Raun Calloway
KW Metro Center
(301) 923-4554
53 Total Sales
1 in Garfield Heights
$800,000 Price
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Victoria Brown
Victoria Brown
Fairfax Realty Premier
(240) 547-1796
47 Total Sales
1 in Garfield Heights
$78,100 Price
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Stephanie Cooper
Stephanie Cooper
RLAH @properties
(202) 883-6205
80 Total Sales
1 in Garfield Heights
$236,000 Price
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Russell Carter
Russell Carter
Keller Williams Capital Properties
(202) 856-9138
182 Total Sales
1 in Garfield Heights
$525,000 Price
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O'Ranti Robinson
O'Ranti Robinson
EXP Realty, LLC
(240) 292-8896
91 Total Sales
1 in Garfield Heights
$1,100,000 Price
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Ray Valentine
Ray Valentine
Keller Williams Capital Properties
(240) 704-8955
22 Total Sales
1 in Garfield Heights
$300,000 Price
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
Anacostia Park
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
- Boating
Hillcrest Recreation Center
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Savoy Playground
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Community Center
Fort Stanton Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Anacostia Park
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Garfield Heights | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 10 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 7 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 8 | 4 |
| Robbery | 9 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Garfield Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Garfield Heights, Washington sell after 97 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Garfield Heights, Washington over the last 12 months is $175,000, up 17% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$175,000
Median Sale Price
$175,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$447,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$325,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$149,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
15
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
17%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$184
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
352
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1971
Months of Supply
4.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,358
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,265
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
818
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
764
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,484
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,600 - $2,600 per month
- 2495 Alabama Ave, LLC
- 1-3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 550+ Sq Ft
- 2495 Alabama Ave SE
- Washington, DC
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,246
Median Age
34
Population Density
30 ppl/acre
Population under 18
31.5%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$32,600
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$49,835
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
84.4%
College Graduates
17.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.9%
% Population in Labor Force
47.1%
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®
41
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
74
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
65
/ 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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