Cheapest Neighborhoods In Washington, DC To Buy A House

Like any large city, home prices in Washington have continued to increase over the years. Fortunately, there are still some neighborhoods in Washington that offer some affordable housing options. These are the cheapest neighborhoods in Washington for 2026. The neighborhoods are ranked by the lowest median home prices when compared to the average median home price in Washington.

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Anacostia
Population 121,684
-67%
Median Home Value $370,825
67% less expensive than Washington
Deanwood
Population 30,604
-64%
Median Home Value $397,508
64% less expensive than Washington
Foggy Bottom
Population 16,714
-40%
Median Home Value $664,726
40% less expensive than Washington
South West
Population 11,387
-39%
Median Home Value $675,770
39% less expensive than Washington
Downtown
Population 8,312
-39%
Median Home Value $679,704
39% less expensive than Washington
Brentwood
Population 29,307
-39%
Median Home Value $681,741
39% less expensive than Washington
Stadium-Armory
Population 21,667
-38%
Median Home Value $688,418
38% less expensive than Washington
Fort Totten-Upper Northeast
Population 24,950
-33%
Median Home Value $740,337
33% less expensive than Washington
Catholic University-Brookland
Population 59,017
-28%
Median Home Value $796,722
28% less expensive than Washington
Dupont Circle
Population 13,949
-13%
Median Home Value $963,640
13% less expensive than Washington

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