Truxton Circle
Urban Core Neighborhood in Washington, District of Columbia
District of Columbia 20001, 20002
Neighborhood Reviews
Widespread building and renovations
Most of the homes in Truxton Circle are single-family rowhouses that sell for $600,000 to $1.25 million. New construction is happening throughout the neighborhood, with historic buildings, like the 1902 Wardman Flats on Florida Avenue, transformed into sleek, modern boutique units. Other historic homes built in the early 1900s have been meticulously updated with new hardwood floors, an open design, two-car parking and outdoor spaces that can customized and used for dining or relaxation. In many cases, basements with walkouts have been converted into living spaces and set up as rooms to entertain in or private guest areas. Condominiums along New York Avenue, North Capital Street and Florida Avenue are priced between $400,000 and $750,000. From renovations to historic buildings like Chapman Stables to brand-new construction, “building projects are changing the look and character of the neighborhood, giving Truxton Circle a more contemporary and upscale feel,” Ashton says.
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Indoor/outdoor fun
The eight-lane pool at Dunbar Aquatic Center, located in the historic Dunbar High School, is open to the public and free to D.C. residents. Residents can play baseball or tennis at the nearby New York Avenue Recreation Center, and children can swing or explore the playground’s many jungle gyms. Florida Avenue Playground offers a tree-shaded place for community gatherings, with climbing structures that keep kids occupied.
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Firsts in primary education
Mundo Verde Bilingual Public Charter, a PK-5 elementary that received an A-minus from Niche, features a unique bilingual education and project-based curriculum focused on sustainability. Famed Jazz pianist Duke Ellington studied art and design at Armstrong Manual Training School, now known as Friendship Public Charter School–Armstrong Middle, which still offers a curriculum laden with literature, art and music. Dunbar Senior High, which scored a C, was the first public high school for black students in the United States.
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Pop-up events and happenings
The Bates Civic Association and the Hanover Civic Association plan neighborhood cleanups and movie nights. Certain blocks have their own book clubs, and Truxton Circle is famous for its pop-up block parties. The art studios at 52 O Street also bring a creative atmosphere to the area.
Getting around Truxton Circle
Truxton Circle is within walking distance of several D.C. neighborhoods, including Shaw, Bloomingdale and Chinatown, and is only 2 miles from Capitol Hill. A handful of Metrobus lines run through the area, and three Metro train stations are nearby. The Shaw-Howard University and Mount Vernon Square Metro stations provide access to the Green and Yellow lines. The NoMa-Gallaudet University New York Avenue station offers Red Line access.Grocers and walkable restaurants
Residents can shop at supermarkets like Safeway and Harris Teeter at the corners of the neighborhood. On Saturday mornings, Catania Bakery opens to sell its famous breads, cookies, and biscotti. At Uncaged Mimosas, brunch is served all day, and Republic Cantina offers Tex-Mex specialties in its casual dining room and open-air patio. Uncle Chip’s is a go-to for coffee, a sandwich, and a chocolate chip cookie. Other spots like BBK Cookshop, a corner eatery specializing in Thai street food, or KoChix, a restaurant devoted to the best chicken wings in D.C., satisfy even more cravings.
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Renewal through public art
Throughout Truxton Circle and nearby NoMa, public murals are a common sight on buildings, fences and parking decks. From expressive faces to geometric designs, public art tells a neighborhood’s story through color and imagery. Truxton Circle’s murals also showcase local artists and help the community see new possibilities for older spaces.
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Written By
Mya White
Photography Contributed By
Jack Adams
Video By
Mark Tilley
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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hugh le
hugh le
RE/MAX Realty Group
(301) 450-5928
85 Total Sales
1 in Truxton Circle
$500,000 Price
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Sarah Hake
Sarah Hake
Compass
(667) 225-5734
94 Total Sales
1 in Truxton Circle
$939,000 Price
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Kevin Carlson
Kevin Carlson
Responds QuicklyCompass
(202) 517-2883
149 Total Sales
1 in Truxton Circle
$1,195,000 Price
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Brent Jackson
Brent Jackson
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
(855) 918-0477
296 Total Sales
2 in Truxton Circle
$770K - $1.2M Price Range
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Robert Sanders
Robert Sanders
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
(855) 910-5762
346 Total Sales
9 in Truxton Circle
$379K - $1.2M Price Range
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Russ Brown
Russ Brown
Realty One Group Performance, LLC
(240) 839-6555
91 Total Sales
1 in Truxton Circle
$870,000 Price
Schools
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- 6th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Alethia Tanner Park
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Harry Thomas Recreation Center
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Florida Ave Playground
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Bundy Dog Park
- Dog Park
- Soccer
- Multi-Purpose Field
New York Avenue Recreation Center
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Football
Anna J. Cooper Circle
- Trails
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
1/24/2022
Niche Review
Overall a great neighborhood that is very walkable and has some public transportation options. I do wish there was a grocery store of some kind in the neighborhood
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Truxton Circle | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 8 | 4 |
| Burglary | 7 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Truxton Circle Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Truxton Circle, Washington sell after 58 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Truxton Circle, Washington over the last 12 months is $735,000, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$789,900
Median Sale Price
$735,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$731,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$849,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$490,025
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
41
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-7%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$516
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
680
Number of Homes for Sale
27
Median Year Built
1907
Months of Supply
7.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,513
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,621
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
987
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
648
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
446
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
1,306
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 2112 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,910 - $4,255 per month
- The Florian
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 361+ Sq Ft
- 1 Florida Ave NE
- Washington, DC
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$1,350 - $1,500 per month
- Richardson (Furnished Rooms)
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 210+ Sq Ft
- 410-412 Richardson Plaza NW
- Washington, DC
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,623
Median Age
36
Population Density
24 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$136,111
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$145,349
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.4%
College Graduates
64.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
37.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
82%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
31°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
13''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
91
/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
95
/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
79
/ 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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