Question 1

Is 20017 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 20017 in Washington has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Washington city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 20017 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 20017?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 20017 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 20017. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 20017 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Washington. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 20017?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 20017 is approximately $539K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 20017 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 20017 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 20017 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 20017 has an overall NeighborScore of 68/100, placing it in the moderate range for Washington. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 68/100, 20017 scores similarly to the middle tier of Washington neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Washington — ZIP 20017

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Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - Brookland	PK–05	—	—	—
Bunker Hill ES	PK–05	—	—	—
Brookland MS	06–08	—	—	—
Mary McLeod Bethune Day Academy PCS	PK–08	—	—	—
DC Prep PCS - Edgewood MS	04–08	—	—	—
DC Prep PCS - Edgewood ES	PK–03	—	—	—
Hope Community PCS - Tolson	PK–08	—	—	—
Washington Yu Ying PCS	PK–05	—	—	—
Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS	PK–06	—	—	—
Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS - Calle Ocho	PK–05	—	—	—
Lee Montessori PCS - Brookland	PK–06	—	—	—
Washington Leadership Academy PCS	09–12	—	—	—
Capital Village PCS	05–08	—	—	—