The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 20003 sells for about $1,150,000, or $685 per square foot.
Prices are up +1.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 16 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,698 a month.
ZIP 20003 — Washington
The 20003 housing market remains stable with high demand for historic rowhouses and limited inventory. Prices have seen modest year-over-year growth, supported by the area's high median household income and proximity to federal employment hubs. Buyers are currently facing a competitive environment with low days on market, though price growth has moderated compared to previous years.
This ZIP is ideal for professionals and families seeking a historic, walkable urban lifestyle with immediate access to the Capitol and federal employment hubs. It attracts buyers who value architectural character and proximity to cultural amenities over suburban space.
Median prices moved up 1.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 16 days on market with 3.3 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
22% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.6% · poverty 6.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Built from 792 recorded sales in the last 24 months against HUD 3-bedroom fair market rents. The location premium is the part of the price that rent, income, education, employment, vacancy, price trend, hazard, lending and flood risk don't explain. It usually reflects amenities, schools and scarcity. It's area context and does not change this ZIP's home value estimates.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 20003, District of Columbia
Crime in the Capitol Hill area is generally consistent with urban District of Columbia trends, with property crime being the primary concern. Residents often utilize community-based safety initiatives and local police engagement to manage neighborhood security.
The area is served by District of Columbia Public Schools, with several highly-rated elementary and middle schools located within the ZIP code. Educational quality is a primary driver for family retention in this historic neighborhood.
The area faces standard urban climate risks, including potential for localized flash flooding during extreme weather events. Property insurance remains stable but reflects the broader regional exposure to severe storms and urban heat island effects.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the U.S. Capitol, federal agencies, and the Navy Yard redevelopment corridor. Infrastructure investment remains focused on transit-oriented development and historic preservation.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (District of Columbia) — Deed Transfer Tax: 1.5% of consideration or fair market value; 1.1% for residential properties under $250,000. State (District of Columbia) — Deed Recordation Tax: 1.5% of consideration or fair market value; 1.1% for residential properties under $250,000. State (District of Columbia) — Real Property Tax: Class 1 (improved residential) is taxed at $0.96 per $100 of assessed value. Assessed at 100% of market value. Owner-occupied Class 1 properties receive a $30,000 exemption from assessed value.
Residents benefit from excellent access to the Metro rail system, including the Capitol South and Eastern Market stations. Most commutes to the downtown employment core are under 20 minutes via transit, bike, or car.
The ZIP features significant green space including Lincoln Park and proximity to the National Mall. Eastern Market serves as a central hub for local shopping, dining, and community events.
The rental market is highly competitive with low vacancy rates, driven by demand from federal employees and young professionals. Short-term rentals are strictly regulated under District law.
The economy is anchored by the federal government, legislative support services, and a robust professional services sector. The area benefits from high-income employment stability.
The area is highly transit-dependent with multiple Metro lines and extensive bus coverage. Infrastructure is mature and well-integrated into the regional transit network.
Development is constrained by historic preservation mandates, focusing on infill and interior modernization. No major new high-density developments are currently approved within the ZIP boundaries.
The Office of Tax and Revenue (OTR) manages assessments for the entire District, utilizing a mass appraisal system for annual property tax valuations.
Parcels are subject to District-wide tax levies; there are no independent MUDs or special utility districts.
Property insurance premiums are standard for the urban Mid-Atlantic region, with coverage primarily focused on fire, theft, and water damage.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 20003 profile.
- The St. James4.411.8 mi
- F1 Arcade Washington, D.C.4.61.9 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park413.2 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.114.8 mi
- Lake Fairfax Park4.618.4 mi
- Nationals Park4.61.2 mi
- Capital One Arena4.51.9 mi
- Northwest Stadium47 mi
- Walter E. Washington Convention Center4.52.3 mi
- International Spy Museum4.41.9 mi
- Lincoln Memorial4.83.3 mi
- Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History4.82 mi
- Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum4.61.6 mi
- Smithsonian National Zoological Park4.64.5 mi
- Washington Monument4.72.5 mi
- Lincoln Memorial4.83.3 mi
- Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History4.82 mi
- Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum4.61.6 mi
- United States Capitol4.71.1 mi
- National Mall4.82.5 mi
- Lincoln Memorial4.83.3 mi
- National Mall4.82.5 mi
- United States Botanic Garden4.81.3 mi
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial4.92.9 mi
- Brookside Gardens4.812.5 mi
- The Wharf DC4.72 mi
- The Wharf Marina4.71.8 mi
- Adventures Unbound: James Creek Marina4.51.8 mi
- Washington Marina Company4.32.1 mi
- Topgolf National Harbor45.7 mi
- East Potomac Golf Links4.12.1 mi
- Congressional Country Club4.712.7 mi
- Puttery4.52 mi
- Langston Golf Course & Driving Range4.31.5 mi
- Tysons Corner Center4.612.7 mi
- Tanger Outlets National Harbor4.46.1 mi
- Union Market4.51.8 mi
- Fashion Centre at Pentagon City4.44 mi
- Springfield Town Center4.412.5 mi
- Dulles International Airport4.125.6 mi
- Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport4.23.5 mi
- Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport4.326.7 mi
- Capital One Lounge at IAD4.325.1 mi
- The Club BWI3.926.9 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Historic public market featuring local vendors and weekend farmers market.
The largest park in the Capitol Hill neighborhood, popular for recreation.
World-renowned research library and historic landmark.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.