$2,214,760Average Value$613Average Price per Sq Ft14Homes For Sale
The hilly homes in the Palisades
Perched on the hilly, sloped streets of the Palisades area, residents of Kent are only about five blocks from the churning Potomac River. This residential community developed after the Civil War and up until the 1940s. There are no businesses within the neighborhood, but nearby MacArthur Boulevard has several dining options. The popular shopping district of Georgetown is a couple of miles east, accessible by car or bike. “It's kind of it's a step-up neighborhood for a lot of people where they begin more downtown, and then they end up moving farther out,” says Realtor Ben Roth of Washington Fine Properties. “People want more yard when they're trying to make that transition out here.”
Enjoy modern living in Kent's contemporary houses.
Enjoy modern living in Kent's contemporary houses.
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Prewar Colonials with new custom homes among the trees
Home values in Kent range from $1.3 million to well over $2.2 million. Much of the homes from the neighborhood's original developments from the 1920s through World War II are still available, taking Colonial-inspired styles. The neighborhood's east side has newer custom homes, usually with geometric modernist and New Traditional styles. Residential lots tend to come with plenty of trees, as zoning bylaws have preserved the foliage that adorns the local streets. There's a mix of on-street parking and straight driveways with attached garages for many homes. Robert Hryniewicki of HRL Partners at Washington Fine Properties says, “One of my favorite streets of all time is located in Kent, and it is very tree-lined. Lowell Street commands one of the highest prices per square foot of land value in the entire capital region.”
Federal houses are easily found around Kent.
Beautiful and timeless Dutch Colonials can be found throughout Kent.
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Battery Kemble Park for history and leisure
Palisades Rec Center hosts a playground and 60-foot softball diamond, as well as a splash park for the humid, D.C. summers. Kent residents can walk to Battery Kemble Park, which forms the neighborhood's eastern border. Battery Kemble was part of Northwest D.C.'s Civil War-era defenses, built-in 1862. In case of invasion, the position had two-hundred-pound cannons aimed toward Chain Bridge and the Virginia border. The cannons are still in good condition, and history buffs can explore the space strolling down the park's forested Battery Kemble Trail. Potomac Palisades Parkway, a lesser-known park with a dense, shady tree canopy, sits just across MacArthur Boulevard. Hikers can climb across large rocks to the other side of Maddox Branch, a creek flowing out from the Potomac. A stone's throw from the creek is Fletcher's Cove, which has access to the Capitol Crescent Trail and the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal Towpath. Fletcher's Cove offers bike rentals for the trails and kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards and rowboats for the Potomac River. They also have a Tackle Shack and a fishing area for anglers to catch channel catfish or bass. It’s rare to find a fishing spot in the nation's capital, which makes Fletcher's Cove even more valuable as a community institution.
Kent residents can take a peaceful moment away from the city life on the river.
Kent residents can stay active and score a few goals at Palisades Park soccer field.
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Top rated city schools and one of the district's newest institutions
D.C. Public Schools serve Kent's youth for education. Students here are zoned to attend Key Elementary and Hardy Middle School, both of which have A-minus overall ratings from Niche. Students can end their grade-school journey at MacArthur High, one of D.C. Public Schools' newest institutions. It opened its doors in August 2023 and hasn't received a Niche score yet. Private options are all around the city, including D.C. River School, just east of Kent. River School educates students from Pre-K through 3rd grade, challenging them to think critically and work collaboratively with their peers.
Hardy Middle School is a comprehensive 6th through 8th grade school.
Key Elementary School faithfully serves the children of Kent and the surrounding areas.
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The Crescent Trail leads to Georgetown, while MacArthur Boulevard leads Downtown
Hryniewicki says, "The other beauty of the neighborhood is [that] it's halfway to wherever you're going, whether that’s Downtown, Dulles Airport or Bethesda." Commuters working with the major employers in Downtown D.C. can take a 5-mile drive east along MacArthur Boulevard or Massachusetts Avenue NW. Dulles International Airport is 20 miles west while Ronald Reagan Airport is 7 miles east of home. Residents are also a couple of blocks away from the Maryland border. They can quickly reach Montgomery County employers and retail via MacArthur Boulevard or take Chain Bridge to explore northern Virginia. The nearest rail access is the Tenleytown—AU metro station, just 2 miles north of Kent. Cyclists can reach Georgetown after a 15-minute bike ride along the Capitol Crescent Trail, avoiding D.C. traffic entirely.
Bikers crossing the Arizona Avenue bridge on the Capitol Crescent Trail in nearby Palisades.
Fletchers Cove is popular for bikers and trail enthusiasts.
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Claudio's Table offers Italian, and Chen's Gourmet has Chinese takeout
MacArthur Boulevard hosts a corridor of global cuisines, from fast-casual to fine dining options. The closest restaurant to Kent is Claudio's Table, which serves authentic Italian dishes like branzino and focaccia and unique entrees like smoked salmon pizza for brunch. Further east is Chen's Gourmet, serving Chinese carryout entrees for lunch or dinner on the go. It offers Lo mein, crispy beef, and even Kung Pao "veggie chicken" as a vegan-friendly dish. There's a Safeway for groceries less than 2 miles west on Macarthur Boulevard, just across the Maryland border. Mimi's Convenience is a neighborhood institution serving basic snacks, wine, and beer. Folks head to Mimi's for their variety of deli sandwiches for breakfast and lunch, from bagels with cream cheese and avocado burritos to hot steak and cheese subs or Italian cold-cut hoagies.
Grab a bite and enjoy the patio for a nice evening at Et Voila.
Come into Claudio’s Table a well prepared Italian but informal restaurant in Kent.
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Parks in this Area
Battery Kemble Park
Trails
Hiking
Palisades Community Center
Baseball/Softball
Skateboard
Soccer
Carolina Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Spring Valley Park
Bike Trails
Trails
Tyler Rusch Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Capital Crescent Trail
Bike Trails
Trails
River
Transit
Airport
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
16 min drive
Bus
Macarthur Blvd NW & Arizona Ave NW
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Macarthur Blvd NW & Galena Pl NW
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Macarthur Blvd NW & Manning Pl NW
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Macarthur Blvd NW & Edmunds Pl NW
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Arizona Ave NW & Macarthur Blvd NW
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Macarthur Blvd NW & Cathedral Ave NW
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Arizona Ave NW & Loughboro Rd NW
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Kent
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Kent Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Kent, Washington sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Kent, Washington over the last 12 months is $2,125,000, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
* MOTIVATED SELLER, NEW PRICE, HEATED POOL * This updated residence offers a REDONE KITCHEN WITH ALL-NEW APPLIANCES flowing through an open floor plan and continuing outside to a HEATED POOL and custom-built OUTDOOR KITCHEN in a very PRIVATE BACK YARD that is fully fenced and gated. Built by the Zuckerman Brothers, and meticulously maintained and enhanced by the original owners, this
Beautifully built in 2018 and meticulously maintained and enhanced by the current owners, this expansive home features 7,700SF of luxury living across three finished levels with elevator access to all. The light-filled main level features an open floor plan with 10-foot ceilings, an elegant foyer, music/sitting room, formal living and dining rooms, private enclosed office, and powder room.
NEW CONSTRUCTION. Welcome to 5022 Cathedral Ave NW, an architectural triumph in Washington, DC’s prestigious Kent/Palisades enclave. Crafted by renowned CIMA Design and Build, this newly constructed detached residence embodies refined city living with seamless sophistication and unrivaled luxury, offering over 5,600 sq ft of transitional modern elegance surrounded by timeless charm.Step through
This gracious brick residence is well-sited on the .46-acre corner lot in the sought-after neighborhood of Kent. The house has been beautifully updated and expanded under the discerning eye of Kelley Proxmire. It offers a seamless integration of indoor and outdoor living spaces, ideal for both relaxation and entertaining. The welcoming foyer, accented with sophisticated wall paneling, gracefully
This elegant country estate is ideally situated across from Battery Kemble Park on an acre of extensively landscaped gardens and grounds in the highly desirable Kent neighborhood. Built in 1936 for Eleanor Lansing Dulles, the original farmhouse was designed by legendary, pioneer architect Gertrude Sawyer with a later addition by notable architect, Anne McCutcheon Lewis. Since then, and more
New Construction in the heart of Kent! This exceptional 6,900 SF residence at 5024 Dana Place NW blends refined luxury finishes by MRJ Design with thoughtful functionality. Perched on a peaceful, tree-lined street, the home captures sweeping southern views toward the Potomac River, framed by soaring 11’ Main Level ceilings and expansive windows that flood every level with natural light.This 7 BR,
Located on a private cul de sac in the 10 home MacArthur Court HOA. This gracious 5BR/3.5 bath center hall Colonial has approximately 3,400 finished sq ft on 3 levels. To the left and right of the entry, the front rooms consist of formal living room and dining room. Through the entry hall, the rear of the home opens to a bright, spacious family room with fireplace and gourmet kitchen with a
NEW CONSTRUCTION. Welcome to 5022 Cathedral Ave NW, an architectural triumph in Washington, DC’s prestigious Kent/Palisades enclave. Crafted by renowned CIMA Design and Build, this newly constructed detached residence embodies refined city living with seamless sophistication and unrivaled luxury, offering over 5,600 sq ft of transitional modern elegance surrounded by timeless charm.Step through
Proudly nestled in the heart of highly revered Kent, 5108 Macomb Street NW is a charming Cape Cod-style home, lovingly maintained and thoughtfully updated. Perfectly sited on its expansive 8,000 square foot lot, the home boasts striking curb appeal, highlighted by a manicured, level front lawn that evokes timeless images of classic American suburbia. The façade features an elegant blend of brick,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,954
Median Age
46
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$259,839
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$257,499
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.9%
College Graduates
89.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
59.5%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
31°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
13''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
53/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
74/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
36/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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