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Southwest Waterfront, DC vs Takoma, DC
Southwest Waterfront, DC vs Takoma, DC: What the data shows
Southwest Waterfront, DC is in Southwest Waterfront, DC while Takoma, DC is in Takoma, DC — both in the same state. On home prices, Southwest Waterfront, DC is the more affordable option at $498,500 median — $293,100 less than Takoma, DC's $791,600. WYLT rates Southwest Waterfront, DC as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Takoma, DC as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Southwest Waterfront, DC has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Takoma, DC has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Southwest Waterfront, DC has Low flood risk and Takoma, DC has Low flood risk.
Southwest Waterfront, DC is the more walkable neighborhood. Southwest Waterfront, DC scores 64/100 (somewhat walkable) versus Takoma, DC's 45/100 (mostly car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Takoma, DC has the higher school rating — Southwest Waterfront, DC rates 7.4/10 and Takoma, DC rates 7.5/10.
| Category | Southwest Waterfront, DC | Takoma, DC |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Good for now |
| Median Price | $499K ✓ Lower price | $792K |
| Median Rent | $2K | $1K ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $98K | $110K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 64/100 ✓ More walkable | 45/100 |
| Transit Score | 50/100 ✓ Better transit | 42/100 |
| Bike Score | 80/100 ✓ More bikeable | 44/100 |
| Commute | 5 min ✓ Shorter commute | 17 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good | Good |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 7.4/10 | 7.5/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | young professionalscouplescommuters | Young professionalsFamilies with childrenProgressive activists |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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