The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 20020 sells for about $364,000, or $265 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 45 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,306 a month.
ZIP 20020 — Washington
The 20020 housing market is showing signs of stabilization with steady price growth and a balanced inventory level. Increased interest in redevelopment projects and proximity to major employment hubs are driving demand, though affordability remains a key factor for local buyers.
This ZIP code is well-suited for first-time homebuyers and investors seeking entry-level price points within the District. It also attracts commuters who prioritize proximity to major transit corridors and employment hubs over the higher costs of more central neighborhoods.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 45 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% 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 11.9% · poverty 30.0% — elevated distress and economic pressure.
Built from 678 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 6.0%/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 6.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 20020, District of Columbia
Crime rates in the 20020 ZIP code remain higher than the national average, with property and violent crime being primary concerns for local law enforcement. The area continues to see targeted community safety initiatives aimed at reducing these incidents compared to other parts of the District.
Public schools in this area are part of the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) system, which faces ongoing challenges with academic performance and resource allocation. Many families in the area explore charter school options to supplement the traditional public school offerings.
The area is primarily an urban environment with low risk for wildfires, though localized flooding can occur during extreme weather events due to aging infrastructure. Property insurance premiums are generally stable but reflect the broader regional risk profile for the District of Columbia.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Capitol Hill and Navy Yard employment hubs, with ongoing interest in residential redevelopment. Infrastructure improvements and transit-oriented development projects are slowly expanding into the Southeast corridor.
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 access to the Anacostia and Naylor Road Metro stations, providing direct transit links to downtown Washington, D.C. Major roadways including I-295 and Suitland Parkway facilitate commuting to employment centers in the city and nearby Maryland.
The area features significant green space, including Fort Stanton Park and the Anacostia River waterfront trails. Residents have access to local community centers and are within a short drive of the shopping and dining amenities in the Navy Yard and Capitol Hill neighborhoods.
The rental market is characterized by high demand for affordable housing, with a mix of multi-family apartment complexes and single-family rentals. Vacancy rates remain relatively low, and rent growth has been steady, driven by the area's relative affordability compared to central D.C.
The local economy is anchored by government and healthcare sectors, with significant employment opportunities at the nearby St. Elizabeths campus and downtown D.C. The area is seeing a shift toward more service-oriented retail and mixed-use development.
The area is served by the WMATA Metrorail Green Line and an extensive bus network, providing reliable access to the broader D.C. metropolitan area. Major highway access via I-295 supports regional connectivity.
Development is focused on the revitalization of the Anacostia corridor, with several mixed-use projects approved to increase housing density and commercial space. Infrastructure upgrades are ongoing to support increased transit demand.
The Office of Tax and Revenue (OTR) for the District of Columbia manages all property assessments, utilizing a mass appraisal system to determine annual values.
Properties in this ZIP are subject to District of Columbia municipal taxes; there are no independent school or utility districts as these are managed centrally by the District government.
Property insurance remains available, though premiums are influenced by the District's urban density and historical flood risk in low-lying areas near the Anacostia River.
The District of Columbia follows a judicial foreclosure process, requiring court intervention for lenders to initiate a sale, which generally provides a longer timeline for homeowners.
Sellers in the District of Columbia are required to provide a comprehensive disclosure statement regarding the condition of the property, including known defects and material facts.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov using ZCTA 20020 profile.
- The St. James4.411.6 mi
- F1 Arcade Washington, D.C.4.63.3 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park413.2 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.115.8 mi
- Lake Fairfax Park4.619.3 mi
- Nationals Park4.61.5 mi
- Capital One Arena4.53.2 mi
- Northwest Stadium47 mi
- Walter E. Washington Convention Center4.53.6 mi
- International Spy Museum4.42.7 mi
- Lincoln Memorial4.84.1 mi
- Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History4.83 mi
- Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum4.62.6 mi
- Smithsonian National Zoological Park4.65.8 mi
- Washington Monument4.73.4 mi
- Lincoln Memorial4.84.1 mi
- Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History4.83 mi
- Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum4.62.6 mi
- United States Capitol4.72.3 mi
- National Mall4.83.4 mi
- Lincoln Memorial4.84.1 mi
- National Mall4.83.4 mi
- United States Botanic Garden4.82.4 mi
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial4.93.7 mi
- Georgetown Waterfront Park4.75.2 mi
- The Wharf DC4.72.6 mi
- Adventures Unbound: Columbia Island Marina4.63.7 mi
- Washington Sailing Marina4.73.9 mi
- The Wharf Marina4.72.4 mi
- Adventures Unbound: James Creek Marina4.51.8 mi
- Topgolf National Harbor44.4 mi
- East Potomac Golf Links4.12.5 mi
- Puttery4.53.2 mi
- Langston Golf Course & Driving Range4.32.5 mi
- University of Maryland Golf Course4.48.9 mi
- Tanger Outlets National Harbor4.44.9 mi
- Union Market4.53.2 mi
- Fashion Centre at Pentagon City4.44.3 mi
- Springfield Town Center4.412.1 mi
- Mall at Prince George's4.27.3 mi
- Dulles International Airport4.126.3 mi
- Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport4.23.2 mi
- Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport4.327.4 mi
- Capital One Lounge at IAD4.325.8 mi
- The Club BWI3.927.6 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Large recreational area with trails and historical significance.
Extensive paved trail system for cycling and walking along the river.
Smithsonian-affiliated museum focusing on local history and culture.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.