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Green space galore within the city limits
Wedged between Cathedral Heights, Georgetown and acres of parkland, Glover Park is an evergreen community that’s best known for striking a balance between convenience and congeniality in the busy city. No matter where you land, amenities are just steps away. “Glover Park is very unique in terms of it being in the city and getting all that green space,” Chad Dudley, Principal at The Dudley Group of Compass and resident of Glover Park for the past 12 years says.
From condominiums and 1920s row houses to large single-family homes
Homebuyers nestle into garden condos and 1920s row homes, finding themselves integrated into a tight-knit community in no time. The neighborhood’s spacious yards and porch fronts lend to impromptu meetups, gardening attempts and festive decorations. Condos here start at $160,000 and go for up to $900,000, depending on the condition and renovations of the interior. Row homes in the neighborhood start at $950,000 and can go as high as $1.6 million based on the square footage, upgrades and bedroom count. Single-family homes are not as common in Glover Park, but they sell for between $1.8 million and $3.3 million.
A brick porch with a swinging bench offers residents of Glover Park to relax with a book.
Some residents of Glover Park prefer to paint their row homes unique colors.
Brick row homes make up a significant portion of the Glover Park neighborhood.
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Stoddert Elementary School serves students in Glover Park from preschool to fifth grade.
High marks for District of Columbia Public Schools
Residents in Glover Park can send their children to the well-regarded District of Columbia Public Schools or one of the many impressive private options in the area. For public options, Stoddert Elementary School, Hardy Middle School and Benjamin Banneker High School all earned an A-minus or better grade from Niche. As for private options, Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School received an A-plus grade from Niche and is known for its 50 student-led clubs.
Guy Mason Recreation Center in Glover Park includes a well-maintained baseball field.
Glover Archbold Park provides immense green space for all
A fringe of green space borders the neighborhood. With 183 acres of woodland and miles of designated trails, Glover Archbold Park easily becomes a field day for nature lovers and power-walking pros. The area’s two recreation centers, Stoddert and Guy Mason, pack in the playgrounds and athletic fields. In the warmer months, residents can find the Glover Park Co-ed Softball League in full swing at Stoddert Recreation Center, just outside of the eponymous elementary school.
Whole Foods has a convenient location right on Wisconsin Ave for Glover Park residents.
Authentic German experience at Old Europe
Whether residents are looking for groceries or prepared food, they’ll find it all on Wisconsin Avenue. The lively stretch teems with beloved dining rooms, take-outs and big-box retailers. Locals have a deep affection for Old Europe, a landmark restaurant that has been serving authentic German food since it opened its doors in 1948. Visitors are served by Waitresses dressed in traditional German Dirndls, while the interior of the restaurant is decorated in an ‘old world’ style. For those looking for American cuisine, Glover Park Grill is another local favorite. From its crab cake sandwich to its filet mignon, its menu is one that won’t disappoint. The area’s Whole Foods is the first of its kind in the DC area. With the help of an innovative “just walk out” technology, the market nixes manned registers and sends your receipt by email.
Glover Park-Dupont Circle Metrobus line
“The location is a huge draw. You aren’t downtown, but you have easy access to downtown,” Dudley says. “The neighborhood is centrally located.” While there is no Metro station in Glover Park, residents use the Metrobus system to get around. For those residents looking to get out of town, Ronald Reagan International Airport is a 5-mile drive from Glover Park. For those in need of medical attention, George Washington University Hospital is just a 2-mile drive.
Glover Park Day every June
The first week of June annually, the neighborhood has Glover Park Day. Co-sponsored by the Friends of Guy Mason and the DC Department of Parks and Recreation, the outdoor festival includes local artists, music and businesses. Local vendors from around the community bring food as well.
Keeping up with the community
Residents of Glover Park can keep in touch online. The neighborhood blog reveals an interconnected community. But residents can also snag a hard copy of the Glover Park Gazette around town.
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Parks in this Area
Bryce Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Guy Mason Recreation Center
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Dog Park
Glover Archbold Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Hiking
Duke Ellington College Track Field
Football
Soccer
Trails
Whitehaven Parkway Park - Rock Creek Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Glover Park Community Center
Baseball/Softball
Playground
Community Center
Transit
Airport
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
14 min drive
Bus
Benton St NW & 40th St NW
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Massachusetts Ave NW & Edmunds St NW
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39th Pl NW & Calvert St NW
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Wisconsin Ave NW & 35th St NW
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Benton St NW & 39th St NW
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Calvert St NW & 41st St NW
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Wisconsin Ave NW & Hall Pl NW
Glover Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Glover Park, Washington sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Glover Park, Washington over the last 12 months is $370,000, down 16% from the median 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 Renters
Demographics
Total Population
7,930
Median Age
36
Population Density
27 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$95,683
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$137,687
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.2%
College Graduates
88.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
58.5%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
31°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
13''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
61/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
84/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
55/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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