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Kenilworth Neighborhood Guide Washington, DC

About

Kenilworth is a serene residential neighborhood in Northeast Washington, District of Columbia. It is rich in outdoor attractions such as the Aquatic Gardens and Kenilworth Park, offering peaceful nature experiences within the urban context. The neighborhood is nestled between Eastern Avenue and the Anacostia River and is connected via major roads such as Kenilworth Avenue and Eastern Avenue. The area is primarily residential, characterized by row houses and detached single-family homes.

What You Will Love about Kenilworth, Washington, District of Columbia

  • The Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, home to a range of exotic water plants and wildlife, is a unique attraction within the city for nature lovers.
  • Being a residential neighborhood, Kenilworth offers a quiet, peaceful environment yet provides easy accessibility to downtown D.C.
  • The area’s diverse architecture, ranging from quaint bungalows to well-preserved historic row houses, contributes to its charm.

What’s Nearby

Kenilworth is in proximity to several D.C attractions. The U.S National Arboretum, a large outdoor museum, is just a brief drive away. It also offers relatively easy access to Capitol Hill and downtown Washington D.C., making it a convenient location for those working or studying there.

Lifestyle

Kenilworth is family-oriented and community-driven, close-knit, and quiet. Its ample green spaces and access to outdoor activities like kayaking on the Anacostia River offer a laid-back lifestyle within DC's urban context.

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Explore the Neighborhood

There are 29 restaurants, 17 grocery stores, and 7 parks within a mile of the Kenilworth neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    Suburban Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.5 miles

    4600 Sheriff Rd NE

  • GROCERY
    A & S Grocery

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.6 miles

    4748 Sheriff Rd NE

  • GROCERY
    Circle Seven Express

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.8 miles

    740 Kenilworth Ave NE

  • GROCERY
    Triangle Quality Foods

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.9 miles

    2306 51st Pl

  • SHOPPING
    Kent Biodiesel

    Business and Professional Services, Wholesaler, Community and Government, Organization, Environmental Organization, Retail, Warehouse or Wholesale Store

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    0.9 miles

    4906 Creston St

  • GROCERY
    Benning Heights Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.9 miles

    547 42nd St NE

Kenilworth Apartments and Rentals

87 Rental properties in Kenilworth, Washington, DC.

  • Parkway Plaza property

    $1,910+

    Parkway Plaza

    1–2 Beds • 1 Bath

    720–880 Sqft

    2 Units Available

  • Banneker Place property

    $1,099+

    Banneker Place

    Studio–2 Beds • 1 Bath

    354–732 Sqft

    Contact for Availability

  • Emerald property

    $1,400+

    Emerald

    1–3 Beds • 1 Bath

    431–837 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • Meadow Green Courts property

    $1,223+

    Meadow Green Courts

    1–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    608–1330 Sqft

    Contact for Availability

  • Roland Park Apartments property

    $1,335+

    Roland Park Apartments

    1–2 Beds • 1 Bath

    604–700 Sqft

    2 Units Available

  • Birchwood at Newton Green property

    $950+

    Birchwood at Newton Green

    1–2 Beds • 1 Bath

    700–900 Sqft

    4 Units Available

87 Properties Available for Rent

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
57.4%
111.5%
utilities
2.5%
2.5%
food
7.4%
12.8%
transportation
1.1%
0.9%
healthcare
10.9%
12.3%

Kenilworth Demographics

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Kenilworth Reviews

people smiling

  • Area Has Potholes

    No

    Say 6 of 6 renters

  • Good Place To Raise A Family

    Yes

    Say 6 of 6 renters

  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 5 of 6 renters

  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 5 of 6 renters

  • Busy Streets

    No

    Say 4 of 6 renters

  • Mostly Older Buildings

    No

    Say 4 of 6 renters

87 Properties Available for Rent

Kenilworth Transportation

walk bike and transit

Car-Dependent

44/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Somewhat Bikeable

49/100
Bike Score®

Good Transit

66/100
4 train stops, 1 other stop

Deanwood Metro Station

Train Stop

4720 Minnesota Ave NE

Csx Railroad

Train Stop

4628 Minnesota Ave NE

Elite Medical Transit Professional

Other

4209 Gault Pl NE

Source: foursquare.com

Kenilworth Schools

87 Properties Available for Rent