Welcome to Eckington
Welcome to Eckington, a charming, family-friendly residential area that draws people who prefer a small-town atmosphere while enjoying all the amenities of big-city life! Eckington is famous for being one of D.C.'s oldest neighborhoods. Eckington is primarily a residential area you will find historic Victorian and Greek Revival homes. Though many of the houses in the area are beautiful, refurbished Victorian structures, you will also find townhomes, condos, and apartments. With so much architectural diversity, you will find your dream home that fits your taste and lifestyle.
Surrounded by some of the city's busiest thoroughfares, Eckington is an unexpectedly quiet reprieve from the hustle and bustle of its borders. A small neighborhood in Northeast Washington, tucked among Florida Avenue, Rhode Island Avenue, and North Capitol Street.
Neighborhood amenities include Harry Thomas Sr. Recreation Center, a city's paradise with grassy fields, and a botanical sanctuary with beautiful flowers and trees, the National Arboretum. You can also visit the nearby Howard Theatre for a roster of live shows and concerts. Eckington's dining scene ranges from fast-food favorites to family-style eateries.
About the Neighborhood
It's dog friendly
There are sidewalks
It's walkable to grocery stores
It's walkable to restaurants
There's holiday spirit
Streets are well-lit
Yards are well-kept
Parking is easy
Neighbors are friendly
Kids play outside
