Douglass, Douglass DC — neighborhood review

Douglass, DC

Douglass · DC 20032

Updated September 9, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$975K

Median Price

17/100

Walk Score

7.3/10

Schools

14 min

to Washington, DC

Score Breakdown

FAffordability
15/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
73/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
17/100
WYLT Score50/100

Our Take

Douglass offers decent public transit, solid schools and a strong sense of community, but it falls short on walkability and has higher crime levels. Prices are rising, so first‑time buyers may find value if they’re willing to accept the trade‑offs. It’s a solid choice for those who prioritize proximity to downtown and school quality over a car‑free lifestyle.

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The Good

  • Excellent public transit options, including a Metro station and bus network
  • High concentration of highly rated public schools
  • Affordable relative to neighboring DC neighborhoods
  • Strong community identity and cultural diversity

Real Talk

  • !Crime rates higher than many other DC suburbs
  • !Low walk score means you’ll need a car for many errands
  • !Limited parking and occasional congestion in the area
  • !Noise and traffic can be a nuisance near major roads
  • $Higher property taxes in DC
  • $Elevated home‑insurance rates due to higher crime
  • $Parking fees for residents or visitors
  • $Potential for future rent hikes as the area gentrifies

Best For

first-time buyersyoung professionalsstudentsfamilies

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Douglass, 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

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