Friendship Heights, DC

Upper NW's premier shopping and luxury living destination — directly on the DC-Maryland line.

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Why People Love Friendship Heights

Friendship Heights sits at the crossroads of Washington DC and Maryland, and it lives up to its position as a genuine destination in its own right. Anchored by Mazza Gallerie and The Collection, it's home to some of the finest retail and dining in the region — and its high-rise residential towers offer a luxury urban lifestyle with direct Metro access that few DC neighborhoods can match.

The Friendship Heights Metro station is one of the Red Line's busiest, serving as a transit hub that connects this corner of Upper Northwest to downtown DC, Bethesda, and Chevy Chase in minutes. Residents of the neighborhood's luxury condos and co-ops enjoy views across the DC-Maryland line, easy access to the area's shopping and restaurants, and the walkability of a genuinely urban address without the density and noise of closer-in neighborhoods.

For buyers seeking a lock-and-leave lifestyle in Washington DC — whether as a primary residence or a pied-à-terre — Friendship Heights offers one of the most compelling combinations of location, amenity, and access in the city. Properties here command premium pricing, and with good reason: the lifestyle is genuinely exceptional.

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Friendship Heights at a Glance

Jurisdiction Washington, DC
Primary Zip Codes 20016
Metro Access Red Line (Friendship Heights) ✅
Location Upper Northwest Washington, DC
Walkability Score Very Walkable (88)
Average Property Tax ~0.85% of assessed value

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Schools in Friendship Heights

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Jackson-Reed High School Grades 9–12
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Friendship Heights a good place to live? +

Friendship Heights offers an urban lifestyle with direct Metro access, walkable retail, and a quieter residential feel than many other DC neighborhoods.

What is the average home price in Friendship Heights? +

Condos in Friendship Heights typically range from $300,000 to $1.2M. The neighborhood is primarily high-rise condos and co-ops rather than single-family homes.

What Metro station serves Friendship Heights? +

The Friendship Heights Metro station on the Red Line connects the neighborhood to downtown DC in about 15 minutes and to Bethesda in one stop.

What type of housing is available in Friendship Heights? +

Friendship Heights is predominantly high-rise condos and co-ops, with some low-rise flats. Few single-family homes exist within the core Friendship Heights boundaries.

What shopping and dining is available in Friendship Heights? +

Friendship Heights hosts Bloomingdale's, Tiffany, Saks Fifth Avenue, and a range of dining from casual to upscale along Wisconsin Avenue and Western Avenue.

Is Friendship Heights a safe neighborhood? +

Friendship Heights is one of DC's safest neighborhoods, with low crime rates and an active residential population including many retirees and downsizers.

How is Friendship Heights different from Chevy Chase DC? +

Friendship Heights is more urban and condo-focused, while adjacent Chevy Chase DC is primarily single-family residential. The Friendship Heights station serves both areas.

What are the HOA fees like in Friendship Heights condos? +

HOA fees in Friendship Heights buildings typically range from $700 to $2,000 per month depending on the building, unit size, and amenities included.

Is Friendship Heights a buyer's or seller's market? +

The condo market in Friendship Heights is more balanced than the broader DC area, giving buyers more negotiating room, particularly in larger or higher-floor units.

Why do people choose Friendship Heights? +

Buyers choose Friendship Heights for low-maintenance condo living, direct Metro access, walkable retail, and a calm residential feel compared to more intense urban DC neighborhoods.

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Around Friendship Heights

Mazza Gallerie, The Collection, and the surrounding restaurants make Friendship Heights one of DC's premier walkable destinations.

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