Written By: Khalil El-Ghoul Jan 27 2017

3 Amazing D.C. Waterfront Neighborhoods in The Making

Current & Upcoming Waterfront Neighborhoods in Washington DC

Capitol Riverfront, Southeast DC

Located between Capitol Hill and the Anacostia River in Washington DC, this "hot" neighborhood became the fastest growing residential area in 2015. With year-round outdoor recreation, events and free activities families and singles are flocking to Capitol Riverfront to enjoy its many advantages. The neighborhood includes about 500 acres of parks, restaurants, open space, apartments, condos and retail shops. Just 5 blocks from the capitol, Capitol Riverfront is the home of world class parks such as Canal Park and Yards Park. The area has a 91 walk score and a full calendar of events, activities and festivals for all to enjoy year-round. Capitol Riverfront is expecting 16 new residential buildings to break ground by 2018 along with 283,000 square feet of office space, 246,000 square feet of retail and a Whole Foods!

Southwest Waterfront, Southwest DC

One of the most historic areas in the city, Southwest Waterfront is an upcoming residential area east of the Anacostia River. As of right now, you can visit this area and enjoy the open-air Maine Avenue fish market, panoramic views and many house boats. The future of this area is exciting! The first phase is on it's way for Fall 2017 including a concert hall, 20+ restaurants and hundreds of luxury condos and apartments. It will also include three hotels, a marina for recreational activities and events and many office buildings.Residents of the neighborhood will be able to enjoy free outdoor movies, yoga and other workout programs throughout the year. By 2021, we can expect even more residential and retail spaces as well as parks, docks and even additional piers! At the end of the project the Wharf is expected to be more than 3 million square feet and one of the hottest DC waterfront areas!

Historic Anacostia, Downtown

Located east of the Anacostia River and between Good Hope Road and Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, Historic Anacostia is a residential area with great potential. While developers battle it out in court over a 500 resident and 1.1 million square foot commercial and office space, many new comers have moved into the neighborhoods charming 1800s style homes. Since commercial development has taken longer than expected, residents and buyers can only look forward to beautiful parks, outdoor concerts and free activities to come into the neighborhood within the next few years. Right now you can enjoy it's convenient location to all the amenities DC has to offer as well as a small arts scene with the Anacostia Playhouse, Anacostia Arts Center and Honfleur Gallery.

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