America's most iconic neighborhood — historic townhomes, world-class dining, and the Potomac waterfront.
Georgetown is arguably the most recognizable neighborhood address in America. Pre-dating the city of Washington itself, it carries more than three centuries of history on its remarkably well-preserved Federal-style townhouses, cobblestone streets, and tree-shaded brick sidewalks. For buyers who want to own a piece of American history while living in the heart of the capital, there is no substitute.
The neighborhood offers a layered urban experience unlike anywhere else in DC. M Street and Wisconsin Avenue deliver world-class dining, boutique shopping, and nightlife. The Georgetown Waterfront Park along the Potomac River provides a serene counterpoint. And Georgetown University — with its collegiate energy and continuous stream of academic and cultural events — keeps the neighborhood's pulse consistently alive.
Georgetown's real estate market is unique in DC: there is no Metro access, which has historically moderated prices relative to what the neighborhood's prestige and location would otherwise command. But for buyers who work from home, drive, or commute via the numerous bus lines that serve Georgetown, this limitation is minor compared to the extraordinary quality of life the neighborhood offers. Historic preservation restrictions protect both character and value.
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Georgetown is one of Washington's most prestigious and iconic neighborhoods, offering Federal-era architecture, waterfront access, elite shopping, and a vibrant restaurant scene.
Georgetown home prices typically range from $1.5M to $5M for rowhouses and single-family homes. Larger historic properties and carriage houses can exceed $8M.
Georgetown features Federal and Georgian-style brick rowhouses, converted carriage houses, detached single-family homes, and a limited number of luxury condos and co-ops.
Georgetown feeds into Hardy Middle School and Jackson-Reed High School within DCPS, and is close to numerous top private schools including Georgetown University.
Georgetown is the only major DC neighborhood without a Metro station. Residents typically drive, bike, or take bus routes to Foggy Bottom or Dupont Circle Metro stations.
Georgetown is known for its 18th-century architecture, the C&O Canal towpath, M Street and Wisconsin Avenue retail, Georgetown University, and the waterfront development along the Potomac.
Georgetown is one of Washington's safest neighborhoods, with low crime rates and an active residential and commercial community.
Georgetown is a perennially competitive seller's market. Historically significant properties rarely come to market and attract significant interest when they do.
DC residential property taxes for owner-occupied homes are capped at $0.85 per $100 of assessed value through the homestead deduction program.
Georgetown commands premium prices for its irreplaceable historic architecture, walkable lifestyle, waterfront proximity, and its status as one of America's most recognized neighborhoods.
Georgetown is unlike any other market in the DC Metro. Its historic protections, scarcity, and prestige make it genuinely irreplaceable. Let me help you navigate it.
M Street and Wisconsin Avenue offer some of DC's best dining and shopping, while the Waterfront Park and C&O Canal deliver unmatched outdoor escapes.
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