Name: Zip Code 20017
Address: Washington

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 20017 is a neighborhood offering excellent public transit options, with multiple rapid transit stations nearby, including Rhode Island Ave, Brookland-CUA, and Fort Totten on two Metrorail lines. Numerous bus routes serve the area, ensuring convenient travel, and a bike-share program supports cycling opportunities. Daily errands are simple to manage with supermarkets, restaurants, and cafes close by. Educational institutions, both public and private, provide accessible options within the community. This area features a tranquil atmosphere with abundant green spaces like Fort Totten Park, contributing to a peaceful environment. Housing options are diverse, including townhouses, apartments, duplexes, and single detached homes in various sizes.

Characteristics

Transportation

Property owners in Zip Code 20017 are provided with various options to get around without using a car. The reasonably good public transit network makes transit a viable option for many. In particular, the nearest rapid transit station, including Rhode Island Ave, Fort Totten and Brookland-CUA with access to the Metrorail Red Line and Metrorail Green Line, is generally a short distance away from most homes in the postal code. There are about 40 bus lines, and bus stops are not very far from most houses. Traveling as a pedestrian is also rather convenient for house buyers in Zip Code 20017; running common errands is convenient without a vehicle, and many businesses of different types can be found as well. Riding a bicycle is moderately adopted in Zip Code 20017 as a bike share station is always located in close proximity.

Services

It is convenient to reach the closest supermarket without a car from most homes for sale in Zip Code 20017. In addition, those who like to eat out won't have to travel far in Zip Code 20017, where over 200 restaurants and approximately 20 coffee shops are available, for example along 12th Street. It is also convenient to get to a variety of clothing stores as a pedestrian. Concerning education, property owners will welcome the proximity to both primary and secondary schools, which are within a short distance from all homes for sale in Zip Code 20017. Locals benefit from public and private schools at both the elementary and high school level.

Character

Zip Code 20017 is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the feel of this area. Zip Code 20017 is reasonably quiet overall, as noise from streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue. On the other hand, parks, like Fort Circle Park and Green Meadows Park, are very well-spread out and there are over 100 of them nearby for residents to visit, which makes it very easy to reach them. Lastly, although this area is not known for its lively ambience, the vibe is still quite dynamic around its busier streets, and with its approximately 20 nightlife venues, it is very easy to find a place to grab a drink as they are generally located very close by.

Car friendly5.0

Arteries nearby, but traffic congestion and parking problems are possible

Cycling friendly6.4

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly7.6

Most day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly7.2

Walking distance to rapid transit and frequent bus lines

Restaurants8.2

Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Groceries7.8

Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance