Real Estate Near Shaw Howard U Yellow Line
Traveling is a snap for residents, workers, teachers and students in the Shaw community. The Shaw-Howard U Yellow Line Metro (as well as the Green Line) is located at 1701 18th Street NW. The station serves those living and working in Shaw as well as the historic Howard University, located just blocks from the station.
In addition to transit convenience, Shaw is also one of Washington, DC’s most prolific real estate markets, populated with lots of historic homes for sale. But it’s not all old and classic—buyers will also find newer developments as well.
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One of the reasons for the bumper crop of properties for sale near the Shaw-Howard U Yellow Line is a confluence of neighborhoods. In addition to Shaw, there’s the U Street Corridor (U Street is just two blocks north of the Shaw Metro) and the intriguing LeDroit Park enclave. LeDroit Park is very close to the Metro and also butts up against Howard University.
What’s all this mean when it comes to residential real estate? The U Street Corridor has become a hotspot of new development in recent years, from old structures that have been repurposed into new upscale condos for sale. And, LeDroit Park is home to some of the most distinctive row houses in DC. Architect James McGill designed a slew of these antiques from 1873 to 1877 and no two were alike!
Whether it’s U Street, LeDroit Park or Shaw itself, townhouses and condos for sale come in many shapes, sizes and eras. Prices are also wide-ranging, from the low six figures to over $2 million.
Additional Information about the Area
Shaw gets its name from Col. Robert Shaw. The son of Bostonian abolitionists, Shaw became a Union Officer who commanded an all-black regiment during the Civil War. U Street became known as Black Broadway, home to legendary performers such as Duke Ellington and Cab Calloway.
Also figuring into the diverse landscape was the development of LeDroit Park, originally conceived as an all-white gated community. That didn’t sit well with the all-black student body at next-door Howard University. The barriers ultimately came down—all except for a single front gate—an enduring symbol of the fight against segregation and inequality.
These days, the area is a vibrant melting pot, home to popular bars, restaurants, boutique retailers and performing arts venues like the restored Howard Theatre. To learn more about homes, townhouses and condos for sale near the Shaw-Howard U Yellow Line, call District Partners at Compass, 202-798-3600.