Langston
Two-story brick facade townhomes
Langston features a range of housing options from traditional colonial revival styles and multi-family apartment buildings to two-story single-family townhomes. Homes in the area date back as early as the 1920s and many have undergone modernizing due to investors increasing the price points within the community. Homebuyers are interested in investing in the area because of the rise in new development and the opportunity for investment return. “Developers are attracted to the low-entry-cost here — from small renovations to complete tear-downs and restructuring,” says Allen. With a median sales price of $400,000, price points here can range from the mid 300,000s to upwards of $800,000 depending on the age, size and location of the property. For example, a two-bedroom townhouse fixer-upper costs around $345,000, while a fully renovated four-bedroom townhouse with a brick facade and covered porch can go for around $760,000. Homes are typically fronted by small yards and paved sidewalks.
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Shopping at Hechinger Mall
Residents here are within walking distance of Hechinger Mall, which offers a variety of department stores and retailers to choose from, like Dollar Tree, Rainbow Shops and Ross Dress for Less. Groceries and other everyday essentials are also available at Aldi, Safeway and CVS. When dining in the area, locals often head to Langston Clubhouse Grille for mouth-watering fried fish and chicken wings on the Langston Golf Course. Or visit Tony's Breakfast for a hearty family-style breakfast, meat and seafood dishes. For Indian cuisine, residents can head to Daru for creative curry dishes and cocktails on their patio.Education at Washington schools
Students in the Carter/Langston area can attend schools like Browne Education Campus, Eliot-Hine Middle School and Phelps Architecture, Construction, and Engineering High School, all three of which have earned a ranking of C or better from educational review site, Niche. Browne Education Campus serves kindergarten through Grade 8 and offers a student-teacher ratio of 9:1, while Eliot-Hine Middle offers the only radio broadcast media program run by students in the city. Phelps Architecture, Construction, and Engineering High School is known for powering its buildings with renewable energy sources and students are encouraged to monitor and maintain components of this system as a part of their coursework. Charter institutions like Two Rivers Public Charter School are also common here for those looking for alternative schooling options.Plant education at the United States National Arboretum
Within walking distance of the neighborhood, golf enthusiasts head to Langston Golf Course for 18 holes of greenery. Inclusive programs here cater to golfing improvement with less challenging tees, group lessons and junior camps. For outdoor adventure, residents head to Kingman And Heritage Islands Park for paved walking trails and tree-shaded bike paths on Kingman Island. Plant lovers visit the United States National Arboretum, an outdoor educational experience open to the public with over 400 acres of gardens, woodlands and meadows to educate visitors about plants.
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Monthly farmers markets at RFK Stadium
Within walking distance of the neighborhood, Residents of Langston head to parking lot 6 outside RFK Stadium every Thursday and Saturday from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The weekly farmers market features fresh produce, meats, dairy and booths from local farm vendors and artisans. From local greens, squash and onions to spring strawberries, jams and ciders. For over 30 years, locals set up rows of tents throughout the year and offer seasonal produce, hand-made items and baked goods for the public to enjoy.Transportation around Langston
Langston is situated next to Maryland Ave NE and provides residents with easy access to major highways and neighboring areas like Northeast Washington and Trinidad. Residents seeking public transit options can take the bus operated by the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) for trips in and around DC starting at $2.00 for one-way. Langston riders can start their ride on route 33, which operates along Benning Road NE and stops throughout the community. For those seeking to travel longer distances, the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is only 10 miles away from Langston.
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Mya White
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Joseph Obeid
Joseph Obeid
Samson Properties
(301) 939-0679
74 Total Sales
1 in Langston
$625,000 Price
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Tim Dudley
Tim Dudley
Dudley Pro Homes
(240) 557-2762
17 Total Sales
1 in Langston
$100,000 Price
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Olivia Dorieux
Olivia Dorieux
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
(844) 572-0330
13 Total Sales
1 in Langston
$315,000 Price
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Ressie Wallace Wilson
Ressie Wallace Wilson
RE/MAX Allegiance
(877) 451-5957
78 Total Sales
2 in Langston
$480K - $745K Price Range
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Michael Schaeffer
Michael Schaeffer
Coldwell Banker Realty - Washington
(202) 902-7317
118 Total Sales
1 in Langston
$450,000 Price
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Juan Umanzor
Juan Umanzor
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
(240) 624-7972
524 Total Sales
1 in Langston
$620,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Kingman and Heritage Islands Park
- Fishing
- Lake
- Picnic Area
Trinidad Recreation Center
- Basketball
- Skateboard
- Soccer
Kenilworth Park
- Football
- Pool
- Soccer
Langston Playground
- Football
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Rosedale Recreation Center
- Basketball
- Trails
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Langston | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 7 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Langston Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Langston, Washington sell after 119 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Langston, Washington over the last 12 months is $1,350,000, down 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,330,000
Median Sale Price
$1,350,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,400,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$226,800
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
48
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-9%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$304
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
992
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1939
Months of Supply
0.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,651
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,184
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
918
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
591
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
2,831
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,587 - $4,257 per month
- Link Apartments® H Street
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 392+ Sq Ft
- 1701 H St NE
- Washington, DC
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
7,586
Median Age
37
Population Density
21 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$57,379
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$77,840
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.5%
College Graduates
39.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15.6%
% Population in Labor Force
72.8%
Above 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
Bikeable
Bike Score®
59
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
55
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
59
/ 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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