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 February 2025, the average apartment rent in Deanwood is $819 for a studio, $965 for one bedroom, $1,404 for two bedrooms, and $1,275 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Deanwood has increased by 0.6% 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
$1,275/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

Current Resident

5 years and 1 months ago•Niche Review

Family oriented community. Long term residents. Metro accessible. A food desert. Close to downtown, National Harbor.

Niche User

8 years and 6 months ago•Niche Review

Living in this neighborhood has changed a lot of different people that move here due to the crime ratings risings, housing authority not doing there jobs properly and the lack of cleanliness. If I could do it all over again I would tell my mom to never move here. I don't see myself ever moving back here nor anyone around me.

Niche User

8 years and 6 months ago•Niche Review

Security: The area is increasingly have high crime rate making it unsafe to take a walk at night.

Niche User

9 years and 7 months ago•Niche Review

It's not bad it's okay.

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