Why Live in Fort Totten
Originally established during the American Civil War, the Washington, D.C. neighborhood of Fort Totten is steeped in history. The area is known for its namesake park, Fort Totten Park, where remnants of Civil War earthworks are still visible. The neighborhood is currently undergoing significant redevelopment, with Art Place set to become a major mixed-use facility featuring a maker’s space, performing arts venue, children’s museum and various dining and retail options. The Modern, an apartment complex within Art Place, is already operational, and the Fort Totten Metro Station provides convenient access to the red, green and yellow lines. Cyclists can enjoy the nearby Washington Metropolitan Branch Trail, which stretches 8 miles from Silver Spring Metro Station to Union Station. Keene Field offers a baseball diamond and multi-purpose field, while the Catholic University of America hosts sporting events and theatre performances. Every Friday in the summer, locals gather for a concert series at the corner of Galloway Street and South Dakota Avenue, enjoying live music and food from local trucks. The neighborhood is primarily residential, with a mix of apartments, townhouses, duplexes and single-family homes, most of which were built in the early 1900s and feature updated interiors. Students in Fort Totten attend Barnard Elementary School, which is highly rated. Essential services like MedStar Washington Hospital Center and Children’s National Hospital are about 2 miles away. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is approximately 9 miles south, providing further connectivity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Totten a good place to live?
Fort Totten is a good place to live. Fort Totten is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with excellent transit options. Fort Totten has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 9.5 people per acre and a median age of 36. The average household income is $71,885 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 27% of residents. A majority of residents in Fort Totten are renters, with 75.4% of residents renting and 24.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Fort Totten can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Fort Totten neighborhood guide.
Is Fort Totten, DC a safe neighborhood?
Fort Totten, DC is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 6 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Fort Totten?
The median home price in Fort Totten is $505,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $101,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.46%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,540 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $109K a year to afford the median home price in Fort Totten. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Fort Totten is $72K.
What are the best public schools in Fort Totten?
The best public schools that serve Fort Totten are:
What are the best private schools in Fort Totten?
The best private schools that serve Fort Totten are:
- St. Jerome Institute has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- St. Anselm's Abbey School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 4:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
- Parkmont School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 6:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
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Are home prices dropping in Fort Totten?
Yes, home prices in Fort Totten are down 5% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Fort Totten, DC
On average, homes in Fort Totten, Washington sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Fort Totten, Washington over the last 12 months is $515,000, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$515,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$595,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$450,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$282
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Median List Price
$505,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-5%