The U Street Corridor neighborhood is located in the Northwest quadrant of D.C.  The neighborhood was developed in 1860 to 1900. There was an influx of post-Civil War residents who sparked a cultural renewal, which helped create the vibrant culture in this neighborhood today. In the late 1990s and early 2000s, buildings, stores, and restaurants were built to accommodate the growing population. 

Theater and art are prevalent throughout this neighborhood. Lincoln Theater and Howard Theater are nearby, and art murals in alleyways are common and add to the urban feel U Street is known for. U Street is filled with hole in the wall restaurants, great shopping opportunities, and fun bars.  Local live jazz clubs and poetry slams add to the urban vibe in this neighborhood and are popular places to hang out. 


U Street is comprised mainly of D.C. row houses and condos.  Most of the architecture is Victorian style in residential areas. New condos and apartments are being built

U Street has a direct metro stop at the U Street- Cardozo metro station. There are many transportation options such as, a stop on the Adams Morgan-McPherson Square Circulator, several major bus routes, and many zip cars. Getting to and from U Street is easy and simple.

There are great public schools in the U Street area. Seaton elementary, Shaw Middle School, and Cardozo High School are just a few.