Deanwood

Washington, DC

Deanwood - Washington, DC

Area Guide

Niche Reviews

2.3 (18 Reviews)

An affordable neighborhood in northeast Washington, DC

Urban • Public Transit • Suburban • Good Schools • Commuter • Affordable •

A busy residential neighborhood in northeast Washington, DC, Deanwood sits on the District of Columbia-Maryland state line and is lined with affordable apartment communities and single-family homes. Good schools like Houston Elementary School are a major attraction for families, and there are several churches and recreation centers that help bring the community together. Deanwood is mainly residential, so most residents travel outside of the neighborhood for work. The heart of Washington, DC is only seven miles west of Deanwood. U.S. Highway 50 and the Deanwood subway station benefit residents who commute to and from the city. Deanwood offers easy access to Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens, a tranquil preserve with nature trails and scenic picnic spots.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Deanwood is $819 for a studio, $965 for one bedroom, $1,404 for two bedrooms, and $1,276 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Deanwood has increased by 0.7% in the past year.

Studio
440 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$819/month

Average Rent

1 BR
493 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$965/month

Average Rent

2 BR
653 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,404/month

Average Rent

3 BR
1,200 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,276/month

Average Rent

Transportation

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

Excellent Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Reviews of Deanwood - Washington, DC

Niche Reviews

2.3 18 Reviews

Niche User

8 years and 5 months ago•Niche Review

Exterior is never painted and the interior is bad with insects and rodents.

Niche User

9 years and 3 months ago•Niche Review

The general area isn't bad to live in but they do need to add more recreation centers for the kids in this area and more options for shopping.

Niche User

9 years and 6 months ago•Niche Review

There are only a few places you can work in this area but most people work in other areas and travel via car or metro back and forth to work and home everyday.

Niche User

9 years and 6 months ago•Niche Review

It's not bad it's okay.

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