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The occasional modern build sits among the lines of row homes in Truxton Circle.
An up-and-coming contender
While its name is Truxton Circle, there isn’t one in this Northwest Washington neighborhood of colorful rowhouses, walkable schools and small eateries. Named after a former traffic circle that is now long gone, the neighborhood itself is undergoing change and revitalization. “A lot of new buildings are going up,” says Garrey Ashton, a Realtor with Exit Landmark Realty, who’s sold real estate in the DMV (that’s D.C., Maryland and Virginia) since 2009. “I see more professionals moving in, too — people who want to walk or bike to work instead of driving a car. Many homeowners now don’t even own cars because all the amenities they need are within walking distance.”
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.
Small stoops of row homes along Florida Avenue in Truxton Circle.
Lines of colorful row homes are common throughout DC but Truxton Circle has them in spades.
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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.
Uncaged Mimosas is one of the newer restaurants in Truxton Circle.
Republic Cantina in Truxton Circle has plenty of outdoor seating for guests.
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Truxton Circle residents visit 52 O St Studios for an artsy night on the town.
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.
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.
Welcome to Dunbar High School in the Truxton Circle neighborhood of Washington, DC.
Armstrong Elementary and Middle School in Truxton Circle is a Friendship Public Charter School.
Mundo Verde Bilingual Public Charter School in Truxton Circle has a playground for students.
Munde Verde Bilingual PCS located in Truxton Circle.
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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.
Florida Ave Playground is located in the Truxton Circle neighborhood of Washington, DC.
Dunbar Aquatic Center is located in Dunbar High School and is open to Truxton Circle residents.
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The Truxton Circle Neighborhood buzzes with commuters during rush hour and beyond.
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.
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.
A car detailing shop in an alleyway in the Truxton Circle neighborhood.
Murals are a common find throughout the Truxton Circle neighborhood.
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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
Airport
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
12 min drive
Bus
North Capitol St NE & P St NE
Bus
Florida Ave NE & P St NE
Bus
New Jersey Ave NW & Rhode Island Ave NW
Bus
New Jersey Ave NW & P St NW
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.32 Reviews
4.0Current Resident
1/24/2022Niche 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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Truxton Circle Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Truxton Circle, Washington sell after 100 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Truxton Circle, Washington over the last 12 months is $395,000, down 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
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
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