$608,980Average Value$254Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
A little neighborhood of friendly faces
Working hands and friendly faces keep Gateway on its axis. Gateway is a triangle-shaped Ward 5 community that has small businesses and factories lining most of the perimeter. But, while it is laden with industrial businesses, single-family homes are its nucleus. “Gateway is great little neighborhood. It’s so small that all the neighbors know one another,” says Lina Criales-McAuliffe, a Realtor with Compass who has extensive experience in the Washington area.
This mural on the side of Sammy's Liquors in Gateway features incredible detail.
Some homes in the Gateway neighborhood feature larger fenced-in front yards.
Sit and relax on one of the benches along the walking path at Dakota Park in Gateway.
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Unique homes and large lots
Gateway’s residential space acts as its circumcenter. “The neighborhood is fascinating because every home is unique. There are a lot of bungalows and American Foursquares here. And the lot sizes are much larger than most other Washington neighborhoods,” says Realtor Criales-McAuliffe. You’ll also find Craftsman homes and brick federals. Detached single-family dwellings make up the majority, but a handful of rowhouses are interspersed throughout the neighborhood. Many homes have fenced-in yards and leafy shade trees stand as sentinels next to well-maintained sidewalks. Expect to pay about $500,000 for a 2,100-square-foot colonial built in 1927 to as much as $1.4 million for a 6-bedroom Industrial Farmhouse with more than 4,000 square feet.
New row homes are a popular option among residents of the Gateway neighborhood.
The red brick on this home contrasts with the white paneling in Gateway.
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Schools for sprouting scholars
Children in Gateway attend Langdon Elementary, known locally as the “pride of Ward 5." The school has a B rating from Niche and a 12-1 student-teacher ratio. From there, students move to McKinley Middle School, which has a C-plus rating and a student-teacher ratio of 11-1. Dunbar Senior High School also has a C rating and a student-teacher ratio of 16-1. The school features a unique scuba diving class that allows students to earn a Professional Association of Diving Instructors’ Open Water certification. Students undergo rigorous training at school before heading to the Florida Keys for the certification test.
Playgrounds and parklands
Dakota Playground packs fun for all ages. The play space is outfitted with the usual equipment: slides, swings and jungle gyms. The open space also includes a tennis court and a basketball court for impromptu pickup games. Fort Lincoln Park is a short walk from the neighborhood. This 6-acre park was the site of a Civil War-era Army hospital. Today, it features open-air pavilions and extensive play areas, including a brick climbing pyramid complete with a moat. Another play area resembles battlements that kids can clamber up, over and around. And don’t miss the U.S. National Arboretum, just outside the neighborhood boundary. Take a stroll among the 446 acres of gardens and woodlands.
Children in the Gateway neighborhood love playing on the playground at Dakota Park.
Play a game of pick-up basketball with friends at Dakota Park in Gateway.
Gateway residents can relax and have a picnic under the picnic shelter at Dakota Park.
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Fast food and bulk buying
Chain restaurants, auto shops and liquor stores rest at the corner of many of Gateway’s intersections. Capital Eagle occupies the southwest corner of the community. The major corporation serves as an Anheuser-Busch distribution center for the area. DC Grocery Cash & Carry sells groceries and general merchandise at wholesale prices. Teeming with coveted goods, the warehouse market is a hit with bulk shoppers and small businesses in the area. For other shopping and dining options, The Shops at Dakota Crossing is a half-mile away. This hip new retail destination includes Lowe’s, Costco, Dick’s and Petco and several original restaurants.
Hogs on the Hill is a popular barbeque restaurant among Gateway residents.
Action Al's Tire Company is the go-to place for Gateway residents needing car assistance.
DC Grocery Cash & Carry is a wholesale grocery store located in Gateway.
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Cool events for the calendar
Gateway is just a few blocks away from great music and hip night spots. Spend an evening partying at the Echostage dance club or croon along with your favorite local band at The Public Option brewpub. You can do both and still be close enough to walk home. And, when it comes to Independence Day, there’s no better place to be than Washington, D.C. Take the Metro or Uber down (don’t drive, there’s no parking!) to the U.S. Capitol and National Mall to enjoy a day of parades, concerts and fireworks. In August, head over to the Chuck Brown Memorial Park in nearby Langdon for an entertainment filled afternoon dedicated to the life legacy and music of this DC legend.
Getting around the town
While this is a walkable neighborhood, a vehicle is recommended for trips outside the area. Gateway is bordered by Bladensburg Road to the west, South Dakota Avenue to the northeast and New York Avenue to the south. The neighborhood is about 4 miles from the U.S. Capitol via Bladensburg Road. Reagan National Airport is 11 miles via Interstate 295. The area is service by Metro.
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Parks in this Area
Langdon Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Dog Park
Fort Lincoln Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Dakota Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Tennis
Chuck Brown Memorial Park
Tennis
Trails
Playground
Arboretum Community Center
Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area
Loomis Park
Picnic Area
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
17 min drive
Bus
Bladensburg Rd NE & 26th St NE
Bus
Bladensburg Rd NE & 30th St NE
Bus
Bladensburg Rd NE & Queens Chapel Rd NE
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Gateway
US
Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
8
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
8
4
Larceny
8
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Gateway, Washington sell after 65 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Gateway, Washington over the last 12 months is $477,250, down 26% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
921
Median Age
31
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
37.9%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$103,618
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$134,351
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.1%
College Graduates
44.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
23.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
14''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
43/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
49/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
46/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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