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Capitol Heights, DC vs Foggy Bottom, DC
Capitol Heights, DC vs Foggy Bottom, DC: What the data shows
Capitol Heights, DC is in Capitol Heights, DC while Foggy Bottom, DC is in Foggy Bottom, DC — both in the same state. On home prices, Foggy Bottom, DC is the more affordable option at $235,400 median — $183,000 less than Capitol Heights, DC's $418,400. WYLT rates Capitol Heights, DC as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Foggy Bottom, DC as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Capitol Heights, DC has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Foggy Bottom, DC has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Capitol Heights, DC has Low flood risk and Foggy Bottom, DC has Low flood risk.
Foggy Bottom, DC is the more walkable neighborhood. Capitol Heights, DC scores 30/100 (mostly car-dependent) versus Foggy Bottom, DC's 81/100 (very walkable). For families weighing school quality, Foggy Bottom, DC has the higher school rating — Capitol Heights, DC rates 7.3/10 and Foggy Bottom, DC rates 7.4/10.
| Category | Capitol Heights, DC | Foggy Bottom, DC |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Good for now |
| Median Price | $418K | $235K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $1K ✓ Lower rent | $2K |
| Median Income | $53K ✓ Higher income | $34K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 30/100 | 81/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | 58/100 | 67/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | 18/100 | 80/100 ✓ More bikeable |
| Commute | 13 min | 3 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 7.3/10 | 7.4/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | First-time buyersRentersCommute workers | Young professionalsStudentsRemote workers |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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