Mount Vernon Square
From popular Gallery Place to the hidden Blagden Alley
A mercantile hub in the early 20th century, Mount Vernon Square now boasts dozens of retail businesses. South of the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, the renowned Carnegie Library sits on K Street Northwest. The ivory and marble Beaux-Arts building was once the city's central public library but is now home to an Apple Store and the D.C. History Center, lined with photographs and documents highlighting the District's rich history. Although the area lacks big-box stores, corner markets occupy the neighborhood's edges, like the Freshfarm Mount Vernon Triangle Market. Diners will find national, fast-casual restaurants and locally owned eateries such as the Capital Grille, which serves gourmet burgers and spiked milkshakes. At Rumi's Kitchen, patrons can sample Persian cuisine and handcrafted cocktails. Other local eateries, like A Baked Joint and dLeña, offer live music and entertainment with their plates. Paulhamus also recommends the tucked away Blagden Alley, which is just a 5-minute walk north on 9th Street and greets visitors with a rainbow-colored mural of the word "love," painted across four garage doors. It’s filled with coffee shops; bars; Michelin-star restaurants like Causa/Amazonia, a reservation-only restaurant with a tasting menu on the ground level and an a la carte menu on the open rooftop deck; and beloved bagel spot Seylou Bakery, guaranteed to sell out every morning. The Marion Street Intergenerational Community Garden hosts events like movie nights in the warmer months.Mount Vernon Square is central to many local D.C. events
Among the neighborhood's other cultural institutions, Hemphill Artworks curates and exhibits contemporary multimedia work by seasoned designers and emerging artists. From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays, vendors at FreshFarm Mount Vernon Triangle Market sell an assortment of produce and grass-fed meats, baked goods, tinctures, fresh flowers and coffee beans. The massive Walter E. Washington Convention Center straddles the neighborhood border and hosts international policy conferences, pop culture festivals and comic book expos. And a 10-minute walk down 7th Street NW leads to Capital One Arena. This indoor venue hosts concerts and home games for the Washington Wizards and the Washington Capitals.High-rise condos and Victorian rowhouses
Paulhamus describes the “densely populated” Mount Vernon Square's housing stock as a "residential homes, condo complexes, hotels and a commercial district." Specifically, much of the neighborhood's real estate is either Victorian rowhouses with ornate brickwork and wrought-iron railings or skyline condos with cityscape views. The structures vary in color and style. Home prices range from $375,000 to $800,000 for one-or two-bedroom condos in luxury high-rise complexes, which often have rooftop decks. In comparison, single-family homes run from $1 million to $1.7 million for renovated, three-story Victorians.Nearby D.C. Public Schools
Students are zoned for District of Columbia Public Schools, such as Walker-Jones Education Campus, which teaches prekindergarten through 8th grade students, and Dunbar High School, which both earn C ratings on Niche. Dunbar High also gets an A rating for athletics, and their football team recently won the DCPS Turkey Bowl in 2023. The Turkey Bowl is essentially the D.C. school system's version of a state championship since D.C. is not technically a state. The game is the city’s biggest event under Friday night lights, bringing in spectators from around the District.Exercise options at Dunbar Recreation Center
Milian Park is one of the community's green spaces. The triangle-shaped park hosts Mount Vernon’s farmers market and has a small grass field suitable for dog walking or some outdoor yoga. Dunbar Recreation Center has a gym, playground, basketball court and indoor pool that the Dunbar High swim team uses for practice. However, neighborhood residents are free to use the pool during specific times.Walking distance to Downtown D.C. and a Metro station
One of D.C.'s biggest travel hubs, Union Station, is a mile east of the neighborhood along Massachusetts Avenue NW, with a metro and Amtrak station, and a stop for several major bus lines. The Mount Vernon Square 7th Street-Convention Center Metro station is within the neighborhood and offers Yellow and Green Line access through the DMV (D.C., Maryland and Virginia). The neighborhood is centrally located in the city, and commuters can walk to Downtown D.C.'s major government employers in minutes. Residents can also quickly access major roads like Interstate 395 and U.S. Route 50 that run through Maryland and Virginia.
Written By
Maxwell Olarinde
Photography Contributed By
Jesse Snyder
Video By
Victoria York
Was this overview helpful?
Agents Specializing in this Area
-
Michael Sheridan
Michael Sheridan
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
(571) 946-9249
140 Total Sales
1 in Mount Vernon Square
$750,000 Price
-
Rachel Levey
Rachel Levey
Responds QuicklyCompass
(667) 200-0774
98 Total Sales
1 in Mount Vernon Square
$935,000 Price
-
Edward Vasquez
Edward Vasquez
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
(240) 905-4866
93 Total Sales
1 in Mount Vernon Square
$425,000 Price
-
Todd Litchfield
Todd Litchfield
Coldwell Banker Realty - Washington
(202) 946-4617
80 Total Sales
1 in Mount Vernon Square
$729,000 Price
-
Saneva Zayas
Saneva Zayas
Keller Williams Fairfax Gateway
(240) 363-4209
59 Total Sales
1 in Mount Vernon Square
$590,000 Price
-
Russell Carter
Russell Carter
Keller Williams Capital Properties
(202) 856-9138
180 Total Sales
1 in Mount Vernon Square
$188,392 Price
Schools
Source:
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to , an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Parks in this Area
7th and N Street Playground
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Milian Park
- Trails
- Events
Kennedy Recreation Center
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
New York Avenue Recreation Center
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Football
William Erasmus Wainwright Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Chinatown Park
- Events
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
11 min drive
Subway
Mount Vernon Square/7Th St-Convention Center
Bus
Massachusettes Ave & 5th St NW Wb
Bus
K St NW & 5th St NW
Bus
7th St NW & L St NW
Bus
New Jersey Ave NW & M St NW
Bus
Massachusetts Ave & New Jersey Ave NW Wb
Bus
New Jersey Ave NW & Pierce St NW
Reviews
Homes.com Reviews
8/7/2024
Homes.com Review
I have lived here for almost 5 years and have loved every moment. It's a small neighborhood with great restaurants and is filled with young professionals and dogs!
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Mount Vernon Square | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Mount Vernon Square Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Mount Vernon Square, Washington sell after 203 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Mount Vernon Square, Washington over the last 12 months is $1,125,000, up 188% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,125,000
Median Sale Price
$1,125,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$695,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,195,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,125,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
72
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
188%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$632
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,210
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
2006
Months of Supply
0.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,724
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,661
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,075
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
727
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
437
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
1,306
Open Houses
-
Saturday, Aug 212 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Condo Buildings
Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to , an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
9,269
Median Age
36
Population Density
59 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.4%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$122,736
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$136,830
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.2%
College Graduates
73.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
47.3%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
78.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
31°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
13''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
89
/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
98
/ 100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score®
100
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Logan Circle
One of the most desirable neighborhoods in the District
Shaw
A vibrant D.C. neighborhood notable for culture and commerce
Chinatown
Energetic urban neighborhood with Chinese cultural influence
Penn Quarter
A major hub for entertainment, arts and culture a few blocks from the White House
Truxton Circle
Walkable and Metro-friendly with historic rowhouses, shops and eateries all around
NoMa
Growing D.C. neighborhood known for restaurants, events and easy Metro access
Reviews
Are you familiar with the Mount Vernon Square neighborhood? to let others know what life in this neighborhood is like.
Was this page helpful?
