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Eastern D.C. neighborhood with a strong community
Marshall Heights is a Ward 7 D.C. neighborhood east of the Anacostia River with generational families and a history of self-sufficiency. Marshall Heights was rural in the early 1900s, with families settling in makeshift structures and living off the land. Running water, sewage lines or streetlights didn’t exist here until the 1940s. However, community efforts helped secure city services for the neighborhood and spur new development through the second half of the 20th century. Many homes were built for returning Black World War II veterans, and groups like the Marshall Heights Community Development organization helped build houses through the 90s, even as the area grappled with the effects of crime and drugs. "Our community was so forthright in getting things done, other people noticed. Two first ladies and the Queen of England came to our community," says Keith Hasan-Towery, former chair of the Marshall Heights Civic Association. Today, groups like the Marshall Heights Civic Association and Marshall Heights Community Development Organization continue to support the neighborhood, and neighbors look out for one another. "Two weeks before I moved there, I knew all my neighbors. They made a point to come and talk," Hasan-Towery says.
Townhouses and duplexes built in the '40s
Marshall Heights was largely a shantytown from the early 1900s until about 1945. Townhouses, duplexes and single-family ramblers were built after World War II. These brick homes can still be found in the neighborhood today and typically cost between $250,000 and $400,000, depending on their condition. One-bedroom condo units built in the '60s cost between $75,000 and $100,000. Newer developments, including the neighborhood's latest along 49th Street, are primarily three-story townhouses with three to five bedrooms, priced between $400,000 and $600,000. Glenncrest Public Housing, a subsidized townhouse development that opened in 2008, is also in Marshall Heights. Staircases lead up to many homes' entryways in Marshall Heights, accommodating the neighborhood's steep terrain, and many homes have chain fences surrounding small front yards and backyards with decks. Short driveways accommodate one or two cars.
D.C. public schools and a highly rated charter school
Public school students in Marshall Heights typically attend either C.W. Harris Elementary School, which has a C-minus from Niche, or Nalle Elementary School, which has a C. Older students progress to C-rated Kelly Miller Middle School and C-minus rated H.D. Woodson High School. The high school has a solid reputation for athletics, with the girls' basketball team winning the D.C. Interscholastic Athletic Association (DCIAA) title eight years in a row between 2006 and 2013 and the boys' basketball team recording a perfect season in 2016. Students may also attend KIPP DC Promise Academy, a public charter school off Benning Road that serves kindergarten through fourth grades. The school earned an A from Niche.
Efforts to redevelop Fletcher-Johnson Middle School
Marshall Heights was formerly served by Fletcher-Johnson Middle School, but the District shut down the school in 2008, citing low attendance. The former middle school sat on the site of Payne’s Cemetery, an African American cemetery used through the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In the 1960s, nearly 40,000 graves on the sight were exhumed and moved to National Harmony Memorial Park in Prince George’s County, Maryland. "There was violence that took place on the Fletcher-Johnson campus, and it's an expensive place to operate and maintain," Hasan-Towery says. However, the community continues to use the site as a public space for events and recreation, says Hasan-Towery. Community members noticed that the campus, as the fourth largest developable plot of land owned by the District, could be redeveloped into a mixed-use space with neighborhood facilities that the area currently lacks. "We wanted to see something happen there that would encourage economic development. We wanted to have a grocery store, urgent care for health access, a restaurant for fast casual dining, affordable housing and an educational component for adults," says Hasan-Towery, who was part of the Fletcher-Johnson task force to advocate for the redevelopment. He explains that, although this original plan hasn't materialized, there are still plans to build an urgent care and, eventually, apartments and townhouses.
Recreation at Fletcher-Johnson and Woody Ward
Although no "official" parks are within Marshall Heights' boundaries, locals gather at the Fletcher-Johnson campus to get outside and exercise. "You'll see people working out there on the stairs. There are clean and active tennis courts and basketball courts," Hasan-Towery says. The Marshall Heights Bisons, the community's youth flag football team, uses the school's field for practice. Woody Ward Community Center, just off Southern Avenue, has more recreational facilities, including a pool and dragon-themed playground, boxing and fitness centers, and indoor and outdoor basketball courts. The facility was completely renovated in 2021. Neighbors can also enjoy the building's colorful murals while strolling down the walking paths. For more outdoor space, Fort Dupont Park is a mile west. The park has 361 acres of wooded space, including 10 miles of hiking trails and community gardens.
Longstanding churches and Benco Shopping Center
Shopping and dining within Marshall Heights' borders are limited, though some options are nearby. The Benco Shopping Center, in the neighborhood's northwest corner, has storefronts including Velima Health and Pharmacy, KensBeauty supply store and Z Mart Grocery, a convenience store with some grocery items. For more extensive grocery trips, locals may visit the Safeway or CVS in the East River Park shopping center off 40th Street, about a mile and a half northwest. Marshall Heights has no sit-down restaurants, but locals can visit Bird's Kitchen on Marshall Heights' southern tip in the Civic Betterment neighborhood. This highly rated spot serves casual dishes like burgers, wings and a crabcake sandwich. There are nine churches in Marshall Heights, including the First Baptist Church of Marshall Heights, First National Baptist Church and St. John Baptist Church. These institutions still serve the community today, but "they were really the centerpieces of the community before the '60s," Hasan-Towery says.
Block parties, Marshall Heights Day and Capitol View Library
"Marshall Heights is famous for their block parties," Hasan-Towery says. One of these parties, which was held annually before the pandemic, is held on C street in honor of lifelong resident Debbie Thomas's son, who was a victim of gun violence in the neighborhood in 2000. "Every year, they would honor him and other victims who died in the community," Hasan-Towery says. Marshall Heights Day is another neighborhood event that connects residents with local resources and offers free food and entertainment at J.C. Nalle Community School. For more events, locals can visit the Capitol View Neighborhood Library. Kids and adults gather here for weekly book clubs, craft sessions, movie nights and informational sessions. The library was originally completed in 1965 after 10-year-old Francel Trotter stood in front of U.S. Senators to demand funding for the project in 1961. In 2018, she helped lead a charge to sue D.C. officials who slashed funding to rebuild the library. Renovations to the library were completed in 2019.
On the Maryland border and 8 miles from downtown D.C.
Downtown D.C. is about 8 miles west of Marshall Heights, and Maryland borders the neighborhood on the east. Residents can commute across the Anacostia River by car or from the Benning Road Metro Station. The station services the Silver Line and Blue Line, which goes straight to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Metrobuses service stops along Benning Road and East Capitol Street. There has also been discussion of extending the streetcar line along H Street and Benning Road NE to reach the Benning Road Metro Station, though no decision has been reached as of July 2024. "The community is mixed on [the extension]," Hasan-Towery says. He explains that some residents living along Benning Road worry about the impact of construction and encroachment on their property, but many locals with limited transportation stand to benefit from the line. "Instead of taking the Blue, Silver or Orange Lines downtown, you could take one streetcar to Union Station," he says. Marshall Heights has an overall CAP Index crime score of 6, indicating a higher crime risk than the national average of 4. The neighborhood's CAP index score is a 10 for homicide and a 9 for robbery and assault with a weapon.
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The newest employer to this area just built a new build only to accommodate employees working at their old build due to space. It did not actually bring jobs to the area. Other employers in this area have very limited job offers due to the increase need of jobs for local residents.
3.0Niche User
7/6/2016Niche Review
This area is ok ,
3.0Niche User
10/20/2015Niche Review
I like the neighborhood I guess because I am more familiar with the setting and the people being as though that is where I grew up. But if someone was to come from out of town they may be disappointed. There is a lot of loitering, crime, unclean streets. I am even sometimes disappointed in the neighborhood but I feel there is always room for change but where does it start from is the question.
4.0Niche User
5/31/2015Niche Review
The food and late night entertainment is pretty great.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Marshall Heights
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
8
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
8
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Marshall Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Marshall Heights, Washington sell after 74 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Marshall Heights, Washington over the last 12 months is $385,000, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Rehab Opportunity! Semi detached brick row house with a extra large lot and off street parking., This property is being sold as-is, property is lender -owned is making no representations or warranties. The property must be listed for a minimum of 8 days after the first day that the property has been entered into the MLS.
Lovely maintained semi detached brick home with a shared driveway. The Seller has recently upgraded the bathrooms and kitchen, carpets, and finished the Lower level. New HVAC system. Roof is less than a yr old. Kitchen with granite countertop and stainless-steel appliances. Large main level family room with lots of natural (sun) light, recess lights, a ceiling fan. and access to the rear yard.
Great opportunity to buy way below market value. Sold strictly AS IS. Seller and agent do not guarantee accuracy in this listing. Buyer must do their own due diligence prior to submitting an offer. Cash on Hard money only. Seller prefers Emeral Bay title. Buyer pays all transfer and recordation tax
Investor Special! Awesome tenant conveys with the sale of the condo. This 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom 725 sqft condo features a spacious family room, functional kitchen and carpet throughout. New HVAC unit recently installed. This condo comes with assigned parking and storage. Tenant occupied with a choice voucher with an approved rental amount of 1,230.00 per month with all utilities included. Area
Discover the charm of this fully renovated colonial home with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms in the quiet neighborhood of Marshall Heights. The spacious open floor concept connects the living room, dining and kitchen areas enhanced by recessed lighting. The elegantly designed kitchen has quartz countertop, a central island, electric range/oven with smooth surface cooktop and stainless steel
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14-unit multifamily property located in Southeast Washington, DC, within the Marshall Heights neighborhood. The property consists of a four-story brick apartment building, originally constructed in 1947, situated on an approximately 0.184-acre site comprising two tax parcels. The asset represents a vintage, walk-up multifamily building typical of the surrounding housing stock. The property
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Cozy 1-Bed Condo with Parking with access to Capitol Hill & H Street This charming 1-bed, 1-bath condo offers 678 sq ft of comfortable living, featuring cherrywood floors, cherry cabinetry, granite counters, and full-size appliances—including a dishwasher and stackable washer/dryer. A jet tub adds a touch of comfort, while the designated surface parking space makes daily life even easier. Enjoy
Welcome to 5009 D St SE, Unit 303 – a bright and spacious penthouse-level condo offering 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom in a convenient DC location. This move-in ready home features hardwood floors in the main living area, brand new carpet in the bedrooms, and an open kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite counters, and a gas stove. Enjoy the ease of your own assigned parking space and
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Don't miss the chance to rent this beautifully renovated home in Marshall Heights! This property features 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and brand-new vinyl flooring throughout. Enjoy modern stainless steel appliances in the updated kitchen, and a fully finished basement with its own separate entrance for added convenience. The main level includes a private ensuite at the rear of the home. Located
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RENOVATED- Bass Circle Apartments offer affordable one, two and three bedroom apartments for rent. Our onsite management and maintenance teams will provide top-of-the-line customer service for hassle-free living. Bass Circle Apartments is a transit-oriented, affordable housing that has helped stabilize the surrounding neighborhood while empowering its residents as part of the process of planning
Amazing 1 BR/1 BA Condo in Marshall Heights! Offering a bright and comfortable living space with neutral finishes and great natural light throughout. The living area opens into a well-equipped kitchen featuring stone countertops, ample cabinet storage, and stainless steel appliances. The bedroom provides generous closet space, and the full hall bathroom is updated with modern fixtures and tile.
Large 2-bedroom, 1-bath condo with wood flooring in the living and dining room with good lighting and a rear balcony. Subsidized tenants encouraged to apply.
Discover comfortable, affordable living in this updated 1-bedroom, 1-bath rental located in a quiet community in Southeast DC. This bright and inviting unit features a spacious living area, an efficient kitchen, and a well-sized bedroom with excellent natural light. The easy-flow layout makes the space feel open and functional for everyday living. Situated just minutes from public transit, major
Live in Washington, DC. Offers bright and open floor living spaces with recessed lighting and LVP floors, Updated kitchen, Cabinets, Breakfast bar, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven/Range- Gas, Refrigerator, Lots of light, Fresh paint, Washer/Dryer in unit, extra hallway closets. Extra Storage and one Fenced Assigned parking #13. The owner’s suite comes with two nice size closets, large size
Perched on the 3rd floor, this sun-drenched 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment This inviting unit showcases beautiful hardwood floors throughout, creating a warm and timeless aesthetic. Natural light pours through the windows, making this a bright and welcoming space to call home.Convenience is paramount with an in-unit washer and dryer, eliminating the need for trips to the laundromat or shared
Brand-New 2BR ADU in Modern Townhome – Private Entrance & Full KitchenWelcome to Unit 1, a beautifully designed 2-bedroom, 1-bath Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) located on the first floor of a brand-new townhome. This thoughtfully laid-out space offers comfort, privacy, and modern finishes throughout.The unit features a bright open living area, dedicated dining space, and a fully
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