The Catholic University of America

Washington, DC

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The Catholic University of America - Washington, DC

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The nation’s premier pontifical university, just minutes from Capitol Hill

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Forming the centerpiece of northeast D.C.’s Brookland neighborhood, the Catholic University of America is a historic fixture in the nation’s capital as well as among the American Catholic community at large. CUA is widely recognized for its exemplary academics as well as being highly eco-friendly, heavily focused on service, and one of the nation’s best values in private education. Over the years, the university has attracted dozens of other Catholic institutions to Brookland, cultivating a unique community of like-minded people and organizations.

Living near the CUA campus puts the historic attractions and cultural resources of Washington at your fingertips. The D.C. Metro makes it easy to reach Capitol Hill, Georgetown, and anywhere else in the area without a personal vehicle. Closer to the main campus, several excellent local eateries and neighborhood taverns are scattered throughout the neighborhood, so there’s a good chance your new favorite hangout will be just a short walk down the street.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Washington, DC is $1,861 for a studio, $2,301 for one bedroom, $3,131 for two bedrooms, and $3,865 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Washington has increased by 1.0% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 476 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,861/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 692 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,301/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 987 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $3,131/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,080 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $3,865/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

86

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

75

Excellent Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

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

80

Very Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Schools

Hyde-Addison Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

381 Students

10
out of 10

Shepherd Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

350 Students

10
out of 10

Smothers Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

210 Students

10
out of 10

Lafayette Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

892 Students

9
out of 10

Murch Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

651 Students

9
out of 10

Deal Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,391 Students

9
out of 10

Oyster-Adams Bilingual School

Public

Grades PK-8

767 Students

8
out of 10

Hardy Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

571 Students

7
out of 10

School Without Walls @ Francis-Stevens

Public

Grades PK-8

479 Students

6
out of 10

Stuart-Hobson Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

464 Students

6
out of 10

School Without Walls High School

Public

Grades 9-12

602 Students

9
out of 10

McKinley Technology High School

Public

Grades 9-12

696 Students

8
out of 10

Benjamin Banneker High School

Public

Grades 9-12

579 Students

8
out of 10

Jackson-Reed High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,153 Students

7
out of 10

Duke Ellington School of the Arts

Public

Grades 9-12

564 Students

6
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Mount Rainier Nature Center
  • Washington Youth Garden
  • Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site
  • Meridian Hill Park
  • Dueling Creek Natural Area

Airports

  • Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
  • Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall

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