Downtown Alexandria vs Capitol Hill

Washington, DC Neighborhood Comparison

Downtown Alexandria and Capitol Hill cost about the same: $868k vs $907k (Redfin, Jul–Sep 2026).

Neighborhood A
Downtown Alexandria
$868k median
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Neighborhood B
Capitol Hill
$907k median
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Downtown Alexandria
Metric
Capitol Hill
$868k
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Median Price
$907k
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School Rating
not compared: missing on one side
7/10
Downtown Alexandria
Median Price
96%
Capitol Hill
Median Price
100%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Downtown Alexandria or Capitol Hill more expensive?

Downtown Alexandria has a median home price of $868k and Capitol Hill is $907k. Downtown Alexandria is the more affordable option.

Which has better schools — Downtown Alexandria or Capitol Hill?

Downtown Alexandria has a school rating of 0/10 and Capitol Hill rates 7/10 (school ratings from Niche/GreatSchools, 1 to 10, by school rather than by street).

Which is more walkable?

Downtown Alexandria has no Walk Score on file. Capitol Hill has no Walk Score on file. Walk Score isn't available for one of these neighborhoods.