$346,120Average Value$289Average Price per Sq Ft8Homes For Sale
Beautiful night scenery along the eastern bank of the Anacostia River.
Why buyers along the Anacostia River choose River Terrace
River Terrace was built in 1937 as a planned community on the banks of the Anacostia River. This cul-de-sac neighborhood in Northeast Washington still has a small-town feel today, with little through traffic and leafy streets. Brick rowhomes sit at prices well below what you'll find across the river, and the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail runs right through the neighborhood. You're about a mile from the Minnesota Avenue Metro, which puts Capitol Hill and downtown within a quick commute.
Rowhomes tend to be more affordable than those across the river
Brick rowhomes line quiet, residential streets in River Terrace, along with semi-detached twin homes scattered throughout the community. Most properties date back to the 1930s and '40s and feature small front lawns and fenced-in backyards. Some homes have off-street parking out back, but you'll see cars parked along both sides of most streets. River Terrace has more owners than renters, and those longtime residents are a big part of its charm. “People stay in River Terrace for a long time. They’re known for having a long-established community and an active civic association,” says Renee McElrath, a local Realtor with the Jason Mitchell Group.
That sense of community has helped preserve the neighborhood's character, so while renovation activity has picked up on many blocks, you won't see new construction here. “There are concerns about residents being priced out of their neighborhood. The citizens and community association have advocated to keep developers out where they can,” McElrath says. With a median sale price in the low $300,000s, River Terrace is typically more affordable than neighborhoods on the other side of the Anacostia River, including Kingman Park and Langston. Prices typically range from the mid-$200,000s to the high $400,000s.
Red-brick rowhomes line most of River Terrace's residential streets.
Semi-detached twin homes are a common housing option throughout Northeast Washington.
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Well-connected by transit, trails and the Anacostia Freeway
There isn't a Metro station in River Terrace, but Minnesota Avenue station is about a mile away. Multiple Metrobus routes run through the neighborhood and connect riders to the Metro. From Minnesota Avenue, the Orange and Silver lines get you to Capitol Hill in about 10 minutes and to Downtown DC in about 20. River Terrace's sidewalk-lined streets are pretty walkable, and you can easily reach Capital Bikeshare stations by the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail and bike across the river. Drivers can hop right on the Anacostia Freeway, which connects to the Capital Beltway.
Public and charter school options around River Terrace
District of Columbia Public Schools zones students to Thomas Elementary School, Kelly Miller Middle School and H.D. Woodson High School, but families can apply to other DCPS and charter schools through My School DC. Charter options near River Terrace include DC Prep Benning Middle Campus, which earns a B-plus rating from Niche. DCPS's River Terrace Education Campus is also in the neighborhood, serving neurodivergent students from across the district.
Kelly Miller Middle School serves public school students in River Terrace.
District of Columbia Public Schools zones students to H.D. Woodson High School.
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From River Terrace Park to the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail
River Terrace Park sits right on the banks of the Anacostia River and serves as the neighborhood's outdoor hub. Kids play on the playground, teenagers get pickup games going on the basketball courts and neighbors meet up on the tennis courts. There's plenty of green space and shade, and you'll see residents walking dogs, pushing strollers or jogging on the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail.
The paved trail leads south to Anacostia Park and north to Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens. It also continues over the Ethel Kennedy Bridge to Kingman and Heritage Islands Park, a pair of man-made islands in the middle of the Anacostia River that are popular for hiking and birdwatching. A new recreation center with indoor and outdoor amenities is also in the works for River Terrace, though it's still in the planning phase as of mid-2026.
Children love playing on the playground at Kingman and Heritage Islands Park.
River Terrace Park has tons of walking trails and scenic views.
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Near River Terrace, locals can get takeout from Norma’s Breakfast on Minnesota Ave NE.
Limited shopping and dining, with more options on H Street
You'll have to head outside the neighborhood for most shopping and dining. "People will head over to Benning Road or Minnesota Avenue for takeout food," McElrath says. "It's a lot of mom-and-pop places and convenience stores — that area has never had a huge restaurant scene." The Benning Road and Minnesota Avenue corridor is known as Ward 7's downtown, and options include:
East River Park: a shopping center with Safeway and CVS
Takeout: Norma’s Breakfast, Yum’s Carry Out
Sit-down dining: Sala Thai, Denny’s
Convenience stores: Thomas & Sons Mini Grocery
Fast food: McDonald’s, Church’s Texas Chicken
For more variety, the H Street corridor in the Atlas District is about 2 miles from River Terrace. It’s a walkable stretch of restaurants, bars and local businesses, along with grocery stores like Aldi and Giant.
Bikers enjoy waterside trails at Anacostia Park.
River Terrace events and annual riverfront festivals
From River Terrace Community Organization meetups to annual festivals along the riverfront, there are plenty of ways to get out and meet your neighbors. Popular events in and around River Terrace include:
RTCO bike club, for informal group rides along local park trails
Kickback for the Culture: Family Reunion Festival, a Juneteenth celebration
Anacostia River Festival, a springtime tradition with live music and crafts
Lotus and Water Lily Festival, a yearly favorite at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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River Terrace Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in River Terrace, Washington sell after 103 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in River Terrace, Washington over the last 12 months is $346,000, down 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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