Shaw Historic District



Unlike typical neighborhoods in DC, Shaw was not planned by developers who built identical row houses; instead Shaw was established by individual residents who built their own single homes of frame and brick, which were later filled in with other small rows of homes built by developers.  Development of Shaw began in the 1860s along the 7th and 9th Street, NW, streetcar lines.  Shaw was originally an economically diverse and ethnic neighborhood home to European immigrants and free African Americans and after the Civil War by many southern freed men coming to cities to look for work.  In the mid-20th century, the name Shaw defined the area around Shaw Junior High School.

The Shaw neighborhood is developed along 7th Street up to Florida Avenue and the popular U Street Corridor.  7th Street, NW, the heart of the community, served as Shaw’s business and social center, aided by streetcar lines.  It remains a strong community with residences, churches, and unique commercial architecture.  Because of its unique housing development history and architecture, DC formally recognized Shaw in 1999 as a historic district.  The boundaries are L Street north to Rhode Island Avenue and 11th Street east to 7th Street, NW.  The Shaw district also includes the Blagden Alley/Naylor Court Historic District.  Among the people who called Shaw home were prominent African Americans like Duke Ellington, Carter G. Woodson, and Langston Hughes.

Following the unrest and struggles of Shaw after the 1968 riots, the 1990s brought revitalization and gentrification to the neighborhood and Shaw has become a vibrant and charming community in DC in the past decade.  New businesses have sprung up to cater to neighbors and visitors.  Abandoned homes and buildings have been renovated.  Developers have invested millions of dollars for new construction projects and new amenities that have drawn in new residents and new businesses.  Convenient and plentiful public transportation has made Shaw very accessible.  Two Metro lines—the Green and Yellow lines---run through Shaw, numerous bus lines and several Capitol Bikeshare stations are located in the neighborhood, which has easy access to I-395.

Shaw Historic District Property Listings

Shaw Historic District Homes For Sale

16 Properties
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Open 4/2
1402 12th St NW #8 Washington,  DC 20005
$539,900
Neighborhood: Logan Circle
1
Beds
1
Baths
1900
Year Built
65
Days on Site
DCDC2081520
MLS
Delivering NOW!
Introducing Juliet, luxury developer PTBlooms's newest boutique residence in sought after Logan Circle! Offering 10 one and two-bedroom condominiums, including two penthouses...
$715,000
Neighborhood: Shaw
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,151
Sq.Ft.
2006
Year Built
6
Days on Site
DCDC2089108
MLS
Gorgeous two-bedroom (1 bedroom with large den) with two full baths at the Whitman Condominium. The large den, with its own custom closet, could easily serve as a second bedroom. The ample entry...
$750,000
Neighborhood: Shaw
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,005
Sq.Ft.
2016
Year Built
342
Days on Site
DCDC2046016
MLS
Stunning 2 Bed, 2 Bath condominium located in DC's hip and trendy Shaw/Logan Circle neighborhood. The luxe 10Eleven Condo is a sought-after boutique building with upscale amenities that include an...
$779,000
Neighborhood: Shaw
2
Beds
2
Baths
988
Sq.Ft.
2019
Year Built
13
Days on Site
DCDC2087874
MLS
Full-service, luxury condominium nestled in the heart of Shaw. This west-facing 2 bed, 2 bath unit spans close to 1,000 square feet, and features elegant design and finishes throughout. As you enter...
$899,000
Neighborhood: Old City #2
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,035
Sq.Ft.
2016
Year Built
7
Days on Site
DCDC2084722
MLS
Rarely available like new 2 Bed/2 Bath in the luxurious Logan 13 condo in the heart of Logan Circle!

Meticulously cared for by one owner, this high-end Logan Circle condo features an open...
$1,049,999
Neighborhood: Shaw
2
Beds
3
Baths
1,800
Sq.Ft.
1900
Year Built
49
Days on Site
DCDC2082944
MLS
Style, space, and location come together wonderfully in this two-level, two-bedroom, three-bath move-in-ready townhome on 9th St. NW between P and Q streets in the beautiful Shaw neighborhood. A...
$1,100,000
Neighborhood: None Available
1
Beds
1
Baths
560
Sq.Ft.
1900
Year Built
13
Days on Site
DCDC2088096
MLS
Featured in DC's 2014 study on Historic Alleys, this is a Rare, seldom available opportunity to own a c. 1900-built free-standing carriage house zoned as Mixed-Use 4 as commercial or residential, or...
$1,199,000
Neighborhood: Shaw
4
Beds
3F11/2
Baths
2,282
Sq.Ft.
1900
Year Built
231
Days on Site
DCDC2062454
MLS
OPEN HOUSE THIS SATURDAY AND SUNDAY 12-5 PM!

Enviably situated for enjoyment in the highly desirable Shaw/Logan Circle area, this 4-bedroom 3.5-bath Victorian greets you with a treasure of...
$1,225,000
Neighborhood: Logan Circle
2
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
1,604
Sq.Ft.
1998
Year Built
61
Days on Site
DCDC2082018
MLS
A Gorgeous 3-level penthouse unit, 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath contemporary condo located in the sought-after Logan Circle neighborhood. This beautiful home features hardwood floors throughout, open floor...
$1,400,000
Neighborhood: Shaw
6
Beds
3F11/2
Baths
3,300
Sq.Ft.
1900
Year Built
27
Days on Site
DCDC2086188
MLS
Amazing opportunity for this property nestled on a premium corner lot located on a quiet residential street in the sought after Shaw corridor with so many possibilities! Design/Build your Dream...
Open 4/2
927 N St NW Washington,  DC 20001
$1,625,000
Neighborhood: Shaw
3
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
1,909
Sq.Ft.
1934
Year Built
14
Days on Site
DCDC2088122
MLS
OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY APRIL 2ND 2-4PM

Introducing THE LENOX - a limited collection of four inspired residences where elegance and sophistication come together to create an experience that...
$1,800,000
Neighborhood: Shaw
2
Beds
2F21/2
Baths
2,600
Sq.Ft.
2023
Year Built
71
Days on Site
DCDC2080858
MLS
Intersect at O Townhomes is sleek, sexy, special, and sophisticated in the heart of Shaw. Townhouse Number Five is concrete construction of 2600 interior square feet that spans over four-stories...

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