Shaw Rent Prices & Neighborhood Guide
Rapidly gentrifying neighborhood with historic character, new restaurants, and proximity to convention center.
Washington, DCAvg Rent: $2,650/moWalk Score: 92
Walkability
92
Walk Score
Transit
88
Transit Score
Commute
10 min
To Downtown
Safety
Good (improving)
Rating
Shaw Rent Prices
Studio
$1,600
per month
1 Bedroom
$2,000
per month
2 Bedrooms
$2,900
per month
3 Bedrooms
$4,100
per month
Rent Trend: Rapidly rising
Neighborhood Character
Vibe & Demographics
Neighborhood Vibe
Developing, historic, trendy
Demographics
Young professionals, diverse residents, newcomers
Best For
Young professionalsUrban pioneersFoodiesCommuters
Lifestyle & Amenities
Restaurant Scene
Growing, trendy, diverse
Nightlife
Active - bars, restaurants, lounges
Schools
Improving public schools
Pros & Cons of Living in Shaw
Pros
- Central location
- Great Metro
- Growing rapidly
- Trendy dining
Cons
- Gentrification
- Variable by block
- Some crime
- Changing character
Parks & Recreation
- Howard University nearby
- LeDroit Park
Public Transit
- Shaw-Howard Metro
- Mt Vernon Square Metro
- Bus lines
Popular Streets
- 7th Street
- 9th Street
- Florida Avenue
Key Amenities
- Convention Center
- New restaurants
- Howard University
- Development
Compare with Other Washington Neighborhoods
Georgetown
2BR Rent:$3,300
Walk Score:92
Historic, upscale, collegiate
Dupont Circle
2BR Rent:$3,000
Walk Score:96
Vibrant, diverse, urban
Capitol Hill
2BR Rent:$2,900
Walk Score:90
Historic, political, family-friendly
Adams Morgan
2BR Rent:$2,600
Walk Score:92
Eclectic, diverse, nightlife-focused
Navy Yard
2BR Rent:$3,100
Walk Score:85
New development, waterfront, young
Helpful Resources for Renters
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