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Washington, DC
Washington · DC 20001
Updated October 31, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$1.1M
Median Price
100/100
Walk Score
7.4/10
Schools
4 min
to Washington, DC
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
28/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
74/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
AWalkability
100/100
WYLT Score66/100
Our Take
This downtown DC zip is a walker's paradise with top-rated schools and unbeatable transit, but the high cost of living and limited quiet will be a trade‑off for many. If you’re a young professional or student who values convenience over price, it’s a solid fit.
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The Good
- ✓Exceptional walkability and transit access
- ✓Highly rated local high schools
- ✓Central location with rapid access to downtown
- ✓Strong job market and high median income
Real Talk
- !Very high cost of living and property prices
- !Limited space and density can feel crowded
- !Urban noise and traffic are constant in the city center
- !Property values may continue to rise, potentially squeezing affordability
- $Higher property taxes in DC
- $HOA fees for many condos and apartments
- $Maintenance costs for older urban properties
Best For
Young professionalsStudentsTransit loversFoodies
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Washington, DC
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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