DC’s Most Walkable Neighborhoods

DC has some great neighborhoods for prospective buyers to choose from, including many that have the advantage of also being walkable. In fact, as a whole, DC has one of the nation’s highest walkability scores. Here are a few of the best neighborhoods to check out: 

U Street Corridor

The U Street Corridor is packed with places to go and things to do, from a local farmer’s market to clubs and restaurants. Ranked as DC’s most walkable neighborhood of all, U Street is also a good spot for biking or catching public transportation. With hundreds of coffee shops, bars, and restaurants to choose from in the neighborhood, it’s likely you’ll find a couple of dozen spots to check out that are just a five-minute walk from home.

Dupont Circle

Another walkable neighborhood in DC is Dupont Circle. You don’t necessarily need a car in Dupont Circle, as many area businesses are within walking or biking distance in this seven-square-block neighborhood. In fact, there are hundreds of coffee shops, bars, and restaurants to try out in Dupont Circle, many of which are only about a five-minute walk away from home. In addition, you may even live close to work, as there are several office buildings in the area, as well.

Georgetown

Georgetown is another good choice, as it offers plenty of places to grab a bite to eat that are withing walking distance of area homes. It’s easy to take a short walk to the waterfront, or spend your time strolling through some neighborhood shops, when you choose a home in Georgetown.

Mount Vernon Triangle

It’s easy to get around Mount Vernon Triangle, as well. Whether you walk or ride a bike, you’re never too far away from countless coffee shops, bars, and restaurants in the neighborhood of Mount Vernon Triangle.