Washington, D.C.
Washington, DC, the U.S. capital, is a compact city on the Potomac River, bordering the states of Maryland and Virginia. It’s defined by imposing neoclassical monuments and buildings – including the iconic ones that house the federal government’s 3 branches: the Capitol, White House and Supreme Court. It's also home to iconic museums and performing-arts venues such as the Kennedy Center.
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HOUSING
Housing Tips:
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Check Local Facebook groups
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ValleyVista Apartments, Airbnb
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Rent can vary. Expect around $1000, short term leases available
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As you get further north towards Adams Morgan, it gets a little steeper
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Please avoid using Craigslist as it is not very reliable
Recommended Neighborhoods:
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NoMa
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Arlington
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Petworth
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Alexandria
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Foggy Bottom
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Georgetown
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Dupont Circle
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Bethesda
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Capitol Hill
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Tenleytown
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Pentagon City
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College Park
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Adams Morgan
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Columbia Heights
PLACES TO FIND HOUSING ACCOMMODATIONS
TRANSPORTATION
Modes of Transportation
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Public transportation
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Metro trains and buses
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Walk
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Very walkable, can be hilly in some places
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Biking
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Very bike friendly, bike-shares and bike lanes around
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Driving
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Car not needed
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Transportation Specific to Washington
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Metro Card - website
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Monthly Pass: $72-216, expect ~$170
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Per ride: under $4.50
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MARC train to Baltimore is $8 each way
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Can fly in and out of BWI, its between DC and Baltimore
MAP OF WASHINGTON, D.C.
In this map you will find specific information about housing, entertainment, transportation, and landmarks around the city. This map has a lot more information once expanded so be sure to check it out in depth
CONTACT & ALUMNI NETWORK
Contact
People to contact, who have lived in this city before
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Ellie Cassedy: cassedem@mail.uc.edu
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Katie Dyson: dysonkg@mail.uc.edu
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Amena Sheikh: sheikhaa@mail.uc.edu
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Audrey Acomb: acombae@mail.uc.edu
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Austin Michael: michaeau@mail.uc.edu