Woodley Park
Live beside the Smithsonian Zoo and the massive Rock Creek park
For outdoor exploration, residents swear by Rock Creek Park, one of the city’s largest, which bisects most of northwest DC and lies about a mile from Woodley Park. Here, residents can hike on various trails along dense tree canopies, gaze at churning waterfalls, play tennis on one of several courts or learn about the ecosystem on a ranger-led wildlife program. Smithsonian National Zoo is an attraction that brings folks from all over the DC-Maryland-Virginia area. It is well known for its live webcams showing animals like African elephants and cheetah cubs. While the zoo and its Rock Creek Park location dominate the eastern part of Woodley Park, other green spaces and recreation attractions decorate the neighborhood. To the west, Woodland Normanstone Terrace Park, a wooded wonderland alongside the road, is marked by a monument to “The Prophet” poet Kahlil Gibran. Woodley Playground, a neighborhood playground in a natural setting, is well-equipped for toddlers and conveniently located off a residential street.Diverse dining along Connecticut Avenue
The main thoroughfare of Connecticut Avenue and surrounding blocks serve as the neighborhood’s downtown. Eclectic storefronts, small businesses, and restaurants with outdoor seating make up Woodley Park’s commercial center, an excellent spot for people-watching or going on friendly outings. That is also where Woodley Park’s famed Marilyn Monroe mural stands, casting an eternal gaze from the walls of Salon Roi. Open City DC, a diner with the décor of a chic coffeehouse, brews stiff, bold coffee drinks and serves all-day brunch. Lillies Restaurant, an independent Italian restaurant whose owners live in the neighborhood, offers patio seating, panda pancakes and a popular Easter brunch. The strip’s international cuisine attracts diners from all over the city. Han Palace promises mimosas, dim sum dining and purple-gold yolk buns for dessert. Just across from the zoo entrance, Duke’s Counter provides a pint-sized English pub experience with beer and sarnies – known as sandwiches in the U.S.Holiday ZooLights and Adams Morgan Day
As far as local events, Margolis notes that “Most of what I know is what functions at the Zoo: the Zoolights, their fundraisers. If you go over the bridge, there’s Adams Morgan Day and Porchfest; Mount Pleasant also has similar events.” Apart from the animals, The Smithsonian Zoo hosts several events year-round; come during the holidays to see ZooLights, when the entire zoo is lit up with dazzling lights, from trees to arches and silhouettes of some of the zoo’s animals, bathed in vivid neon colors while holiday music plays from hidden speakers. Woodley Park residents are close to the neighborhood of Adams Morgan to the east, and residents can walk east across Taft Bridge to celebrate Adams Morgan Day in the fall; this long-running neighborhood festival is filled with art, dance and activities for all ages, entirely run by volunteers, showing how passionate the people are about their community here.High-priced colonials and Wardman rowhouses
Even with its stately but down-to-earth ambiance, Woodley Park is only about 3 miles from downtown Washington, D.C., meaning houses are in high demand and high priced. Home values in Woodley Park range from $325,000 for a 600-square-foot condo and well over $2.5 million for standalone colonial homes with over 4,000 square feet and four or more beds. Homebuyers looking at the middle of the price range can find distinct D.C.-style rowhouses known colloquially as Wardmans. Named after the developer who built many D.C. residences and apartment buildings, these streetcar suburb-era houses are renowned for their spacious designs and front porches. Neighborhood details like corner churches, picket fences and bicycle lanes underscore this city community’s suburban feel.DCPS schools with language immersion
District of Columbia Public Schools serves Woodley Park’s children. Nearby options include Oyster-Adams Bilingual School, rated an A-minus on Niche and teaches prekindergarten through eighth-grade students with language immersion methods. Subjects are split between English and Spanish instruction, and some students will learn Mandarin Chinese at higher grade levels. Ninth through 12th graders can attend Jackson-Reed High School, holding an A-rating from Niche. Several private schools are also within Woodley Park, including Maret School and Aidan Montessori School.Metro access to Downtown DC or walk to the parks and retail
For transportation, residents can access the Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan metro station within the neighborhood on Connecticut Avenue, a convenient way to reach spots in Downtown DC or further north in Maryland. City buses also run down Connecticut Avenue, providing a reliable and frequent service. The neighborhood’s proximity to retail and parks and sidewalk consistency make it walkable, ensuring residents can efficiently run errands or enjoy a stroll without worrying about traffic.Washington National Cathedral is one of the largest in the world
Woodley Park is less than a quarter of a mile east of the sixth-largest cathedral in the world. Washington National Cathedral is a massive, Gothic-style Episcopalian church that accepts all who enter. The church has also hosted the funeral services of four U.S. presidents.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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HRLS Partners
HRLS Partners
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
(844) 537-5384
253 Total Sales
9 in Woodley Park
$1.4M - $3.5M Price Range
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Gary Jankowski
Gary Jankowski
Coldwell Banker Realty - Washington
(855) 934-3433
95 Total Sales
1 in Woodley Park
$1,595,000 Price
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Peter Maser
Peter Maser
Compass
(301) 610-3729
127 Total Sales
1 in Woodley Park
$384,500 Price
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William Fastow
William Fastow
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
(202) 773-3884
116 Total Sales
1 in Woodley Park
$3,100,000 Price
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Lindsay Clark
Lindsay Clark
Compass
(844) 329-0944
102 Total Sales
1 in Woodley Park
$1,842,000 Price
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Eric Stewart
Eric Stewart
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
(240) 702-1551
469 Total Sales
1 in Woodley Park
$1,131,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Woodland - Normanstone Terrace Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Hiking
Rock Creek Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Events
Belmont Road Park
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Klingle Valley Trail
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Hiking
Woodley Playground
- Trails
- Playground
19th and Lamont Park
- Trails
- Playground
Transit
Airport
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
14 min drive
Subway
Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan
Bus
Calvert St NW & 29th St NW
Bus
Connecticut Avenue And 24th Street NW (Sb)
Bus
Connecticut Ave NW & Zoo Park Entrance
Bus
24th St NW & Connecticut Ave NW
Bus
Connecticut Ave NW & Woodley Rd NW
Bus
Connecticut Ave NW & Devonshire Pl NW
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Woodley Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Woodley Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Woodley Park, Washington sell after 101 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Woodley Park, Washington over the last 12 months is $1,350,000, up 165% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,350,000
Median Sale Price
$1,350,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$399,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,350,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
20
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
165%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$802
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,362
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1929
Months of Supply
0.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,972
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,472
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,271
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
813
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 21:30 - 3:30pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$3,940 - $13,020 per month
- Aerie at Wardman Park
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 746+ Sq Ft
- 2650 Woodley Rd NW
- Washington, DC
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$1,819 - $3,300 per month
- Calvert House Apartments
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 460+ Sq Ft
- 2401 Calvert St NW
- Washington, DC
Condo Buildings
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
6,831
Median Age
39
Population Density
19 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$134,985
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$163,046
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.7%
College Graduates
89.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
59.1%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
82.6%
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®
86
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
60
/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
71
/ 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
Adams Morgan
A vibrant cultural hub with laid-back vibes and hip spots to shop, dine and eat
Sheridan-Kalorama
A prestigious northwest D.C. neighborhood home to former presidents and landmarks
Mount Pleasant
A dynamic community that celebrates its cultural roots
Kalorama Triangle
A northwest D.C. historic district with a plantation and streetcar suburb past
Massachusetts Heights
Turn-of-the-20th century mansions in NW Washington still stunning at 100 years
Woodland-Normanstone Terrace
Mansions from the 1920s welcome big home lovers to peaceful northwest Washington
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