Palisades

Washington, DC

Palisades - Washington, DC

Area Guide

Niche Reviews

4 (2 Reviews)

An intimate community appeal in an upscale setting on the edge of Downtown DC

Upscale • Community • Great Schools • Restaurants • Family-Friendly •

Palisades, just seven miles outside Downtown Washington, DC, runs a bit off the beaten path for many Washingtonians, but those who live here will find a small-town haven on the edge of a major metropolis. Just northwest of Georgetown University, Palisades features single-family bungalows and condos with views of the Potomac along the southwest border of the neighborhood.

Families with kids often move to the Palisades neighborhood to send their children to the top-rated Francis Scott Key Elementary School. Others opt for the many private schools in the immediate vicinity. There are plenty of convenient stores and high-end restaurants — such as Black Salt — that attract diners from all over the city.

Transportation

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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 Palisades - Washington, DC

Niche Reviews

4 2 Reviews

Current Resident

3 years ago•Niche Review

Great schools, great restaurants, and great people. Palisades has really good schools that definitely prepare students for future endeavors. Palisades has great restaurants like Black Salt as well as several great parks and walking trails.

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