The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 20010 sells for about $725,000, or $542 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 48 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,793 a month.
ZIP 20010 — Washington
The 20010 housing market is showing signs of stabilization with moderate price growth and steady demand. While inventory remains tight, the area's strong transit connectivity and urban amenities continue to attract professional buyers and renters. Market activity is currently driven by a balance of limited supply and sustained interest in the neighborhood's historic character.
This ZIP code is ideal for young professionals, urban-dwelling families, and commuters who prioritize walkability and transit access. It offers a dense, historic neighborhood feel with immediate access to the city's cultural and employment core.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 48 days on market with 3.7 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
18% 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 6.4% · poverty 17.3% — a mixed stability profile.
Built from 618 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 4.0%/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 4.0%/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 20010, District of Columbia
Crime rates in the 20010 ZIP code are generally consistent with urban trends in the District of Columbia, with property crime being the primary concern. Residents often experience higher rates of petty theft compared to suburban neighbors, though violent crime remains concentrated in specific pockets.
Public schools in this area are part of the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) system, which features a mix of highly-rated magnet programs and neighborhood schools with varying performance metrics. Families often navigate a competitive lottery system to access specialized academic environments.
The area faces standard urban climate risks, primarily related to localized flash flooding during heavy rain events due to aging infrastructure. Wildfire risk is negligible, and property insurance remains stable but sensitive to regional storm-related claims.
Economic momentum is driven by the proximity to major employment hubs in downtown Washington, D.C., and the ongoing revitalization of the Georgia Avenue corridor. Infrastructure investment focuses on transit-oriented development and the expansion of local retail and dining amenities.
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 Green and Yellow lines, providing a direct commute to downtown employment centers. The area is highly walkable and well-served by major bus corridors along 14th Street and Georgia Avenue.
The ZIP code features proximity to Meridian Hill Park and the expansive Rock Creek Park trail system, offering extensive green space for recreation. Local shopping and dining are concentrated along the vibrant 14th Street and Columbia Heights corridors.
The rental market is highly competitive with a mix of historic rowhouse apartments and modern luxury developments. Vacancy pressure remains low due to consistent demand from young professionals and students, though rent growth has moderated compared to previous years.
The economy is anchored by the federal government, higher education, and a growing technology and non-profit sector. The area benefits from a highly educated workforce and proximity to major regional employers.
The area is served by the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) with multiple Metro stations and extensive bus routes. Infrastructure is focused on maintaining high-density transit corridors.
Development is focused on infill projects and the conversion of older commercial spaces into modern residential units. Zoning changes are actively encouraging higher density near Metro stations.
Parcels are subject to District of Columbia municipal taxes; there are no separate MUD or PID districts as found in other states.
Property insurance is readily available, though premiums are influenced by the age of housing stock and regional storm risks.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
- The St. James4.412.4 mi
- F1 Arcade Washington, D.C.4.62.4 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park413.3 mi
- Lake Fairfax Park4.615.6 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.113 mi
- Nationals Park4.64.4 mi
- Capital One Arena4.52.5 mi
- Northwest Stadium49.1 mi
- Walter E. Washington Convention Center4.52 mi
- International Spy Museum4.43.4 mi
- Lincoln Memorial4.83.3 mi
- Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History4.83 mi
- Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum4.63.2 mi
- Smithsonian National Zoological Park4.61.1 mi
- Washington Monument4.73.1 mi
- Lincoln Memorial4.83.3 mi
- Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History4.83 mi
- Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum4.63.2 mi
- United States Capitol4.73.3 mi
- National Mall4.83.2 mi
- Lincoln Memorial4.83.3 mi
- National Mall4.83.2 mi
- United States Botanic Garden4.83.3 mi
- Great Falls Park4.812.8 mi
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial4.93.4 mi
- The Wharf DC4.73.8 mi
- Adventures Unbound: Columbia Island Marina4.64.2 mi
- Washington Sailing Marina4.77 mi
- The Wharf Marina4.74 mi
- Adventures Unbound: James Creek Marina4.54.9 mi
- Topgolf National Harbor49.4 mi
- East Potomac Golf Links4.14.1 mi
- Congressional Country Club4.78.9 mi
- Puttery4.52.6 mi
- Northwest Golf Course4.312.4 mi
- Tysons Corner Center4.610.4 mi
- Tanger Outlets National Harbor4.49.8 mi
- Union Market4.52.5 mi
- Fashion Centre at Pentagon City4.45.1 mi
- Tysons Galleria4.510.5 mi
- Dulles International Airport4.123 mi
- Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport4.25.8 mi
- Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport4.325.7 mi
- Capital One Lounge at IAD4.322.5 mi
- The Club BWI3.925.9 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A historic, multi-level park featuring a famous cascading waterfall fountain.
A massive urban forest offering miles of hiking and biking trails.
A major retail hub featuring big-box stores, local boutiques, and diverse dining.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.