Hillcrest / Fairfax Village / Naylor Gardens / Summit Park delivers leafy streets, well-kept yards, and a range of homes from classic brick colonials to garden-style condos and co-ops. Many residents value the quick commute to Capitol Hill and nearby job centers, plus easy access to recreation at the sprawling Fort Dupont Park, known for miles of trails and a beloved summer concert series. Weekend errands are simple at the revitalized Skyland Town Center, while readers and remote workers gravitate to the light-filled Francis A. Gregory Neighborhood Library, a local architectural standout.
Families appreciate neighborhood schools like Randle Highlands Elementary and Sousa Middle School, and the area’s active civic spirit shows up in block cleanups, garden clubs, and seasonal events. Fairfax Village’s tidy courtyards and Naylor Gardens’ historic cooperative community offer attainable options without sacrificing green space, while Summit Park provides a quieter pocket convenient to Penn Branch and the open spaces edging Anacostia.
Transit is straightforward: frequent buses along Pennsylvania Avenue SE connect to downtown, and nearby Southern Avenue and Benning Road Metro stations shorten cross-river commutes. Quick drives to Congress Heights, regional routes, and riverfront trails make it easy to explore more of the city.
Whether you’re buying into your first condo, upsizing to a detached home, or preparing to sell, Agent Pronto can introduce you to a local real estate professional who knows how to navigate this corner of Washington with confidence.