University Heights

Washington, DC

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University Heights - Washington, DC

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A neighborhood with easy access to several universities and trendy hotspots in the nation’s capital

Diverse Great Location University Affordable Commuter

As its name implies, University Heights is a diverse neighborhood within proximity to several historic universities. The neighborhood borders the Catholic University of America and is also near Howard University and Trinity Washington University. Great for students, faculty, staff, and professionals, University Heights offers a variety of rentals, ranging from affordable to upscale. The neighborhood has several small shopping centers and a recreation center with a gym, baseball field, track playground, tennis courts, and more. For more amenities, residents don’t have to travel too far; University Heights is only five miles from the capitol’s best commercial hubs and trendiest neighborhoods like Dupont Circle, Logan Circle, and Downtown Washington, DC. Whether you want to be able to bike to class or have an easier commute into the heart of the city, University Heights is a great choice.

Transportation

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Very Walkable

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

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Good Transit

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The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

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Very Bikeable

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

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

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

Airports

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

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