Washington, DC

Southwest Waterfront

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Buy:
$5.1K - $3.5M
For Sale on Trulia:
149 homes
Rent:
$1.06K - $15K
For Rent on Trulia:
1512 homes
To "Downtown Washington:
15 minutes
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What Locals Say about Southwest Waterfront

At least 182 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 97 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 96 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 91 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 83 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 70 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 60 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 52 % Say kids play outside

  • 47 % Say there are community events

  • 40 % Say it's quiet

  • 35 % Say parking is easy

  • 35 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 30 % Say car is needed

  • 27 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 23 % Say there's wildlife

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Jay A. Tilden
    "The public schools are getting better, but only a few areas are really good. So be ready for private school tuition. "
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  • Trulia User
    "This are is very walkable. Parking is limited and expensive. Plan to walk or take public transportation."
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  • Trulia User
    "Dogs are everywhere and the tap water smells like dog urine Dogs parks are local and clean but overly crowded with dogs "
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  • Trulia User
    "Living here for 24 years. Vibrant waterfront and quiet at the same time. Property is expensive and historic site are easily accessible. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I never have dog and not going to have dog. mostly I saw dog owners always walk the, cleaned up after them. most dogs are kind and nice. I have no problems with dogs or cats at all."
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  • Trulia User
    "water front dining, entertainment, kayaking, walk to the national mall and capitol buildings. 1 block from water and 1 block from metro station."
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  • Raquel J.
    "Cleanliness and proximity to the Wharf, shopping and dining. Residential and family friendly area. Not too noisy. "
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  • Mahernandez1206
    "There are people walked ng there dogs and taking them to the dog park, have not run into an aggressive dog and for the most party owners pick up after their dogs"
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  • Olga
    "Right next to 3 metro stations (Waterfront SW, L’Enfant plaza, Federal Center SW, steps to the District Wharf, easy walk to the National Mall, Capital, China town"
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  • Jess.lorr.wolf
    "Lots of dogs! Responsible owners and mostly friendly pups. Would recommend the area for someone with a dog."
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  • Lyssa M.
    "Lots of dogs around, plenty of shady wooded areas to walk your pup! You can walk along the wharf and water too!"
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  • Micah M.
    "Weekend farmers market at waterfront. Fish market. A lot of local parks and grocery stores in the neighborhood, make it feel good for growing a family. It’s also walking distance from monuments and museums."
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  • Mary W.
    "There are many families in the area. Lots of schools and places to eat. Nice but noisy neighborhood. Close to Nat's park."
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  • Kevin C.
    "The parks, grass, sidewalks are like a vacation everyday. It’s a rule abiding responsible pet owners paradise. The people are as nice as the dogs! "
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  • AudreaHennis
    "I have lived in the neighborhood for 10 years. I love the accessibility to everything! And especially, the beautiful waterfront wharf."
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  • Mark K.
    "They would love it it is a safe place to walk your dog and there are plenty of green areas. They also have poop bag stations at the wharf close by"
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  • Kevin C.
    "Convenient, Peaceful, friendly and scenic park-like setting adjacent the Wharf and all the finest urban amenities of the Capital region. "
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  • Melinda Z.
    "Great access to anywhere in DC Maryland and Virginia. Convenient to all tourist attractions within walking distance "
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  • Ceimone H.
    "great access to the metro! green and blue/orange/silver right down the street. highly recommended!!!"
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  • Ash P.
    "you can walk to basically anywhere in DC, the Mall and a food truck is our fave, but the Warf also has some nice dog friendly outdoor eating in the summer, people are friendly, quaint dog park in SW. Be responsible and pick up after you dog"
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  • Trulia User
    "Sw Market on Saturdays in the summer. Community garden and basketball courts, blind whino art gallery, also grocery, restaurants and the wharf all in walking distance. So much to do!"
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  • Larry B.
    "Lived in all 4 quadrants of DC , SW is the most livable in my opinion. Close enough via metro to popular areas , convenient to highways and with Arena Stage and the venues at The Wharf plenty of entertainment. Best neighborhood if you have a dog !"
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  • Sarah M.
    "The neighborhood is slowly transitioning into one with small children. We feel safe walking to the Wharf, the museums, shopping and taking the metro. We love Southwest Waterfront!"
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  • Lúvvàh S.
    "Everything. Farmers Market, Live Bands, Events, Water for Relaxation, and The Wharf Seafood! Southwest Waterfront is an Ideal Location. I Love It Here!"
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  • RRB
    "I walk from Waterfront to Washington Naval Yard base and have to pass an area where weed permeates the area it I still feel safe."
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  • Asktodd
    "The new Wharf Development at the DC Waterfront is an awesome addition to the Southwest neighborhood. The annual Capital Fringe Festival brings excitement to the neighborhood."
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  • Temren W.
    "Great area. A little dicey on certain streets. I love living here and I’m sure it’s a pretty good place to raise children."
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  • Thepfsor
    "The hottest neighborhood in DC! The Wharf is on the waterfront and easy access to transportation. Close to all DC sites"
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  • Gomezg
    "The waterfront area next to the park is peaceful, but the action is the wharf is just a few steps way "
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  • Ari D.
    "We have a beautiful waterfront with all the restaurants at the Wharf, and the scenery is amazing."
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  • Ari D.
    "The schools are great here."
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  • Natalie S.
    "It's quiet without being removed from the city. My favorite neighborhood event is the Saturday farmers' market. It's nice to be able to get farm fresh produce close to home."
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  • Natalie S.
    "It's an easy commute. We're close to 395 to go to Virginia, and we're close to three different Metro stops to make it an easy commute."
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  • Natalie S.
    "It's a quiet neighborhood with young professionals and young families."
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  • Jean D.
    "We're a modern, unique community with lots of new places and a great farmers' market on Saturdays. The Wharf is fabulous, with plenty of restaurants."
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  • Jean D.
    "Most places are walkable, especially the mall."
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  • Jean D.
    "We're a diverse and ever-improving community."
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  • Mere P.
    "It's not a great neighborhood for children. More of an adult area."
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  • L v. h. S.
    "Everything is Here! Plenty of Peace by the Water! Food, Grocery, Outdoors. Everything is within Walking or Biking Distance. "
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  • Myrica R.
    "by the Only DC wharf: recently re-done and open air seafood market. Diverse economically and race wise. Multiple businesses. Very close to s.e. line."
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