Adams Morgan, DC

Adams Morgan, DC

Updated April 29, 2026 · Would You Live There? · Covers: Adams Morgan, Washington

Good for now

Verdict

$723K

Median Price

95/100

Walk Score

7.4/10

Schools

7 min

to Washington, DC

Score Breakdown

FQuietness
20/100
DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
74/100
AWalkability
95/100
ACommute
100/100
WYLT Score65/100

Our Take

Adams Morgan is a lively, walk‑friendly hotspot with great transit to downtown and a thriving nightlife. It’s expensive, loud and has a moderate crime level, so it’s best suited for young professionals who value culture over quiet or space.

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The Good

  • Extremely walkable with a Walk Score of 95
  • Strong transit options to downtown DC (7‑minute commute)
  • Vibrant dining, bars, and cultural scene
  • High median income indicates a prosperous neighborhood

Real Talk

  • !High cost of living – median home price over $700k and rent over $2,200/mo
  • !Noise and crowds are constant, especially late night
  • !Crime rates are higher than many other DC neighborhoods
  • !Limited quiet, single‑family homes and green space
  • $Higher parking and transportation fees
  • $Premium prices for groceries and household goods
  • $Elevated insurance rates due to higher crime

Best For

Young professionalsCreative artistsStudentsNightlife enthusiasts

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Adams Morgan, DC

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

Verify with real-time data

Rates are estimated from neighborhood characteristics using national FBI baselines. Actual figures vary by block — always verify with local sources before making decisions.

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