Anacostia Waterfront Real Estate

The Anacostia River is a precious resource lying at steps from the nation's Capital. In recent years the neighborhoods along this waterway have experienced a major transformation and are blossoming into DC's most sought after corridor for 21st century urban living.

The waterfront area along the Anacostia includes approximately 2,000 acres and includes the Southwest Waterfront, Capitol Riverfront, Popular Point, Hill East and Kenilworth/Parkside neighborhood. Major infrastructure developments in this area include the Anacostia Riverwalk, Anacostia Metro Station, Washington Canal Park, Kingman Island and Marvin Gaye Park.  Read more about Anacostia Waterfront real estate.  

Anacostia Waterfront Homes & Condos For Sale

Anacostia Waterfront Homes & Condos For Sale March 30, 2023
26
Listed
89
Avg. DOM
$733.58
Avg. $ / Sq.Ft.
$599,450
Med. List Price
26 Properties
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$2,300,000
Neighborhood: Navy Yard
3
Beds
3F11/2
Baths
2,084
Sq.Ft.
2018
Year Built
30
Days on Site
DCDC2084440
MLS
Welcome to this stunning penthouse unit in The Bower. The Bower is an 11-story condominium, with ground-floor retail space, at Fourth and Tingey streets in Southeast Washington. When you walk into...
$1,800,000
Neighborhood: Hill East
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,840
Sq.Ft.
1925
Year Built
33
Days on Site
DCDC2085390
MLS
Vacant Shell.
$1,349,000
Neighborhood: Peninsula 88
2
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
1,356
Sq.Ft.
2020
Year Built
50
Days on Site
DCDC2082858
MLS
Amazing 4th floor corner unit in Peninsula 88 with walk-out balcony and river views overlooking the Frederick Douglass Bridge and the intersection of the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers. Located at the...
$1,299,900
Neighborhood: Capitol Riverfront
3
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
1,453
Sq.Ft.
2019
Year Built
21
Days on Site
DCDC2087172
MLS
INCREDIBLY WELL-PRICED PENTHOUSE! Welcome to the Avidian, a new, amenity-rich, pet friendly condominium community in dynamic Capitol Riverfront. The Avidian is a 14-story, solid steel and...
$1,199,900
Neighborhood: Navy Yard
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,329
Sq.Ft.
2021
Year Built
18
Days on Site
DCDC2086352
MLS
Luxurious modern sophistication in the heart of Navy Yard. Nothing beats the views from the floor to ceiling windows in this bright corner unit overlooking The Potomac. Enjoy the breezes on spring...
$900,000
Neighborhood: Old City #1
1,394
Sq.Ft.
1925
Year Built
93
Days on Site
DCDC2078596
MLS
Contact seller
$899,900
Neighborhood: Navy Yard
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,020
Sq.Ft.
2018
Year Built
9
Days on Site
DCDC2089048
MLS
Welcome to The Bower, a stylish, amenity filled condominium in the heart of Navy Yard! Unit 310 is light filled with extravagant 9ft floor to ceiling windows. Just a block from the riverfront, VIDA...
$899,000
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill East
2
Beds
1
Baths
900
Sq.Ft.
1923
Year Built
3
Days on Site
DCDC2089744
MLS
SELLER IS LOOKING FOR A QUICK SETTLEMENT/CLOSING - SHOVEL READY - 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Row Home - The Best Investors Deal on Capitol Hill!!! Complete Shovel Ready PROPERTY IS BEING SOLD WITH APPROVED...
$850,000
Neighborhood: Capitol Riverfront
2
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
1,198
Sq.Ft.
2020
Year Built
15
Days on Site
DCDC2087982
MLS
It's undeniable that Navy Yard is one of the most popular areas in the DC market. With its historic landmarks, incredible walkability, & convenience to restaurants, bars, Nationals Stadium, parks,...
$850,000
Neighborhood: Old City #1
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,840
Sq.Ft.
1927
Year Built
11
Days on Site
DCDC2088474
MLS
Introducing a Rare Gem nestled in the heart of the coveted Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington DC. This sublime 4 bedroom, 2 full bathroom abode boasts of 1840 square feet of elegant living space...
$834,000
Neighborhood: Capitol Gateway
1
Beds
1F11/2
Baths
882
Sq.Ft.
2020
Year Built
484
Days on Site
DCDC2023306
MLS
BRAND NEW HOME with direct River and Park views and a HUGE private terrace with Gas/Water/Electric hookups! TRANQUIL, NEW WATERFRONT CONDO. PENINSULA 88 won the 2021 Best Washington/Baltimore...
$679,900
Neighborhood: Capitol Riverfront
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,048
Sq.Ft.
2020
Year Built
8
Days on Site
DCDC2089054
MLS
Welcome to the Avidian, a new, amenity-rich, pet friendly condominium community in dynamic Capitol Riverfront. The Avidian is a 14-story, solid steel and concrete constructed building featuring 171...

More About Anacostia Waterfront Real Estate

The transformation of the Anacostia Waterfront area has been nothing short of remarkable. Significant investment in public infrastructure has helped accelerate this revival. Popular attractions in the area include:

Anacostia Riverwalk

The Anacostia Riverwalk Trail System is a 20-mile interconnected system of bicycle and pedestrian paths, extending along both sides of the river from the National Arboretum to the Tidal Basin. The trail links 1,200 acres of green spaces, including more than 100 acres of newly created public parks, as well as the surrounding neighborhoods.

Hill East District

Plans are underway to improve the long-neglected and largely vacant Reservation 13 site on the shores of the Anacostia River, known as Hill East. The Hill East Master Plan calls for the site to be redeveloped to meet diverse public needs, including health care, education, employment, government services and administration, recreation, and housing.

The vision is to transform Hill East into a thriving, mixed-use neighborhood featuring tree-lined streets, recreational trails, an attractive monument circle, a beautified Metro station, new “green roof” construction, and the extension of Massachusetts Avenue all the way to the waterfront. The site encompasses 60 acres, including the DC General Hospital Site, near the Stadium / Armory Metro Station at 19th Street and Independence Avenue, SE.

Kingman Island

Kingman Island and the adjacent Heritage Island are a publicly accessible park that connects local citizens with the astonishing natural wonders of the Anacostia River. The 45-acre parcel of land lies at the center of many neighborhoods along the Anacostia River. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (US-ACE) created Kingman and Heritage Islands in 1916 from dredged sediment taken from the Anacostia River. The islands were originally planned as a recreational area for the surrounding neighborhoods, but until recently were neglected and abused for decades.

The National Park Service owns Kingman Island’s northern half as part of Langston Golf Course. Ownership of the southern portion of the island was transferred from the U.S. Department of Interior to the District of Columbia in December 2000. The five-acre Heritage Island is to the west of Kingman Island.

Plans include the restoration of the island’s natural wetlands and wildlife habitat and the creation of trails, canoe tie-ups, and a playground. Other proposed elements for the project include a memorial grove of trees dedicated to District residents who were victims of the 9/11 tragedy and an Environmental Education Center that will be a premier destination for learning about the river’s restoration and the importance of environmental preservation.

Marvin Gaye Park

Formerly known as Watts Branch Park, the newly revitalized Marvin Gaye Park provides an inviting and attractive natural environment with recreational amenities that enhance the surrounding urban neighborhood. The park occupies a mile-long stretch of green stream valley along Watts Branch which is the largest tributary to the Anacostia River within the District of Columbia. It includes a recreation trail, a restored stream and ponds, and woods and gardens for both wildlife and people to enjoy.

Recent improvements to the park include a rejuvenated stream bed, development of a bicycle trail, and improvements to the pedestrian bridges. A model of sustainable design, the park will also protect the stream from stormwater runoff and make use of renewable resources.

Popular Point

Poplar Point encompasses more than 110 acres of federal land adjacent to Historic Anacostia, directly across from the Navy Yard. Development efforts in this area will reconnect historic Anacostia and its residents back to the Anacostia River. Plans call for the site to be revived as a green gateway to the Anacostia River and act as a catalyst for neighborhood economic development. The transformation will feature state-of-the-art ecological restoration as well as cultural, historical, and community attractions. Plans for the site include a 70-acre cultural park, civic memorials (including one honoring Frederick Douglass), wetlands, and residential, commercial, and office development.

Washington Canal Park

Washington Canal Park opened in 2012 and is the first public park built under the Anacostia Waterfront Initiative. It is an inviting area attraction and a model of sustainable development. The park provides a green pedestrian link between Capitol Hill and the revitalized waterfront. It serves as a focal point for the area’s emerging high-density, mixed-use development that includes the new U.S. Department of Transportation headquarters and the Capper-Carrollsburg housing development. It is a centerpiece of the Near Southeast waterfront neighborhood, where residents and visitors can enjoy the park’s many amenities and special events.