Southwest Waterfront, DC vs Washington, DC

Southwest Waterfront, DC vs Washington, DC: What the data shows

Southwest Waterfront, DC is in Southwest Waterfront, DC while Washington, DC is in Washington, DC — both in the same state. On home prices, Southwest Waterfront, DC is the more affordable option at $498,500 median — $162,700 less than Washington, DC's $661,200. WYLT rates Southwest Waterfront, DC as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Washington, 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. Washington, DC has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Southwest Waterfront, DC has Low flood risk and Washington, DC has Low flood risk.

Southwest Waterfront, DC is the more walkable neighborhood. Southwest Waterfront, DC scores 64/100 (somewhat walkable) versus Washington, DC's 48/100 (mostly car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, both neighborhoods have the same school rating — Southwest Waterfront, DC rates 7.4/10 and Washington, DC rates 7.4/10.