Shepherd Park
Suburban Neighborhood in Washington, District of Columbia
District of Columbia 20012
Community spirit
The Shepherd Park Citizens Association, or the SPCA, keeps residents connected with regular community events. Some of the most popular events include the Halloween Parade, the Garden Tour, and the annual SCPA Potluck. Many residents also volunteer together at organizations like East Rock Creek Village, an organization that helps senior citizens stay active and engaged in their communities.The local Juanita E. Thornton Shepherd Park Library, built in 1990, is another community center for residents, students and book lovers alike. The library was named in honor of the library’s founder and hosts events like a LEGO social, Coffee & Conversation circles, and the Shep Tech’s Virtual Reality Experience.
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Top-rated DC public schools
Shepherd Elementary School is a prominent local institution, with avid PTO participation from parents and nearby residents. With an A-minus rating from Niche, the school is ranked as the no. 29 best public elementary school in the District of Columbia. Students then attend Deal Middle School, which has an A grade from Niche and is ranked no. 8 of the best public middle schools in DC. The middle school also houses an International Baccalaureate program, which draws students from all eight wards of the District. Jackson-Reed High School also has an A rating and is ranked the no. 5 best high school in DC.
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Historic homes and modern condos
The Shepherd Park neighborhood has been around for more than 100 years, and many of the original homes are still standing. Single-family homes in this neighborhood vary in size and style, ranging from midcentury ramblers to larger Tudor estates. “It’s really old-growth housing,” Pattison says. “You’ll rarely find houses next door to each other that look alike.” Although some new condominium developments have sprouted along the eastern edge of the neighborhood at Georgia Avenue, Pattison said the area still feels more suburban than urban. A 3-bedroom condo may sell for between $530,000 and $565,000, while historic 4-bedroom homes generally command a price point of around $1,200,000.
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Georgia Avenue shopping and dining
Georgia Avenue at the eastern edge of the neighborhood offers shopping and dining options for Shepherd Park residents. A small Target location offers limited home goods and groceries at a convenient location. For larger shopping trips, the Whole Foods at the southeast corner of the neighborhood is a popular destination, or residents can stop at the more modest Giant supermarket one mile north of the neighborhood. Along Georgia Avenue, Ledo Pizza is the “unofficial restaurant of the schoolkids” in Shepherd Park, according to Pattison. “If you like pepperoni pizza, every square inch has a pepperoni on it.” Across the street, the dumplings at Moh Moh Licious are a local staple, particularly for employees of the library next door.
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Ride the Red Line
As quiet and suburban as Shepherd Park may feel, its role as part of the greater Washington, DC area means that there are ample options for public transit. The Metro Red Line has two stations within a mile of the neighborhood: One at Silver Spring Metro to the north, and the Takoma station to the southeast. Residents can take the Metro into downtown DC, or drive into the city from Georgia Avenue, but the notorious DC traffic can slow the commute to 45 minutes over the 7 miles. Holy Cross Hospital is located about 3.5 miles north of Shepherd Park, while the MedStar Washington Hospital Center is located about 5 miles to the south.
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32 miles of trails right from the neighborhood
The 1754-acre Rock Creek Park is adjacent to the Shepherd Park neighborhood, and residents can access the Holly Trail from 16th St at the western edge of the neighborhood. The park includes more than 32 miles of hiking trails as well as historic buildings to explore. The Shepherd Park Community Center next to Shepherd Elementary School features a gym, a multipurpose activity room and a fitness center, and the Shepherd Park Soccer Field includes fields and playgrounds.
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Written By
Caitlin Coakley
Photography Contributed By
Jessica Livoni
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Monica Bryant
Monica Bryant
CENTURY 21 New Millennium
(202) 972-2014
187 Total Sales
1 in Shepherd Park
$930,000 Price
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Brenda Mejia
Brenda Mejia
Compass
(202) 929-2270
79 Total Sales
1 in Shepherd Park
$1,175,000 Price
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Katie Bocock
Katie Bocock
Compass
(301) 381-3207
80 Total Sales
2 in Shepherd Park
$820K - $1.3M Price Range
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Sarah Hake
Sarah Hake
Compass
(667) 225-5734
95 Total Sales
1 in Shepherd Park
$800,000 Price
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LaCrisha Butler
LaCrisha Butler
ButlerCook Real Estate
(202) 949-2655
27 Total Sales
1 in Shepherd Park
$450,888 Price
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Michael Rankin
Michael Rankin
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
(844) 734-0709
204 Total Sales
1 in Shepherd Park
$1,945,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Shepherd Park
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
- Playground
Rock Creek Park Holly Trail
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Hiking
Rock Creek Trail Juniper Trailhead
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Hiking
Playground at the Parks DC
- Trails
- Playground
Marvin Caplan Park
- Picnic Area
- Multi-Purpose Field
Dog Park at The Parks
- Dog Park
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Shepherd Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Shepherd Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Shepherd Park, Washington sell after 61 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Shepherd Park, Washington over the last 12 months is $875,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$910,000
Median Sale Price
$875,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,165,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$478,762
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
29
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$392
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
949
Number of Homes for Sale
15
Median Year Built
1934
Months of Supply
6.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,307
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,388
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
935
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
700
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 142 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,483
Median Age
46
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$144,897
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$175,994
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95%
College Graduates
75.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
49.5%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
73.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
14''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
65
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
71
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
66
/ 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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