What BestPlaces Users Say about Washington
Washington, D.C. is the capital city of the United States, known for its iconic landmarks such as the White House and the National Mall. With a population of over 700,000 people, it is a bustling city filled with history, culture, and diversity. Many people choose to live in Washington, D.C. for various reasons, but what do actual residents have to say about their experience living there?
According to many user reviews on BestPlaces.net, Washington, D.C. seems to be a popular place to live, with a majority of reviewers giving it five stars. One user, Michael, says, "Living in Washington, D.C. has been an unforgettable experience. The city is filled with opportunities, from job prospects to cultural events, and it has a great public transportation system." Another reviewer, Emily, shares, "I have lived in D.C. all my life and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else. The diversity, history, and energy of the city make it a unique and vibrant place to call home." Both Michael and Emily highlight the city's diverse offerings and sense of energy as major draws for living in Washington, D.C.
However, not all reviewers have positive things to say about living in the city. John shares, "The cost of living in D.C. is outrageous. Housing prices and rent continue to rise, making it difficult for middle-income individuals and families to afford a decent place to live." This sentiment is echoed by another reviewer, Maria, who adds, "The traffic in D.C. is a nightmare. Commuting to work can take hours, and the public transportation system can be unreliable at times." Despite these drawbacks, both John and Maria still appreciate the city's cultural and historical significance.
In conclusion, based on various user reviews, it seems that living in Washington, D.C. has its pros and cons. The city offers a vibrant and diverse atmosphere, along with many opportunities, but it also comes with a high cost of living and challenging traffic. Ultimately, the decision to live in Washington, D.C. may depend on an individual's priorities and preferences.
based on 97 ReviewsGet to know Washington with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Washington
Washington - 8/8/2012
Great weather. Excellent for things to do, airports, diversity and culture. Economically plenty of jobs just difficult to get to them. Commute is terrible and cost of living is
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Kuumba Learning Center - 7/5/2012
This school is terrible. 1. They claim to be year round. Not at all. They are closed so much I had to go on leave without pay. The closings follow Federal Holidays, DC Public School closings, and random unannounced closing. 2. They do not feed the children adequate food. My sons constantly came home hungry. Feeding growing kids beans and rice is not sufficient, especially when I am paying tuition. 3. They do not teach the children. They kept telling me that my sons could read and were doing so well. I pulled them out, in the middle of the school year and put them in public school. They were behind. My oldest wasn't even reading on grade level. Stay
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Work work work - 5/31/2012
I grew up in the suburbs and have been living and working in DC for the past 7 years. The pace of life is very fast, and everyone seems to work a
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Mandatory survey - 4/12/2012
Traffic is horrible in the metro DC area and only getting worse. The solution currently in work: HOT (high occupancy toll) lanes on the beltway. One can pay to get around the area on federal highways to avoid traffic congestion, playing more during rush hours. HOT lane construction is due to be complete this year or next, I
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City living - 2/24/2012
Some people refer to living 'inside the Beltway' as if it's a bad thing- but they don't know what they are missing. The worst of the traffic, for a start: if you live all the way inside the Beltway- in the city- you miss most of the DC area traffic (worst in the nation). But you also gain a lot. In 2 minutes I can be on a bus that will take me to nearly the front door of most of DCs best attractions. In 10 minutes I can be on the metro, which is clean and safe. I live on a street with plenty of trees and sidewalks, where neighbors sit out on their front porches and stop to chat in the streets- if the houses were bigger you would think you were in the suburbs. But at the end of the block there is a grocery store, CVS, library, post office, dry cleaner, video store, several restaurants that range from tiny cafe to tablecloths, and a range of small, independent shops. People actually sit and visit on the benches that line the streets. It's a real neighborhood- with all the opportunities
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Rich People, Poor People...30 Years in DC Area - 10/22/2011
Someone rightly called the DC area a madhouse! It's tragic because DC is so beautiful. The physical comfort of the city is amazing, when I travel, I can't wait to get back, the lush greenery almost everywhere, the top quality roads and road system (even if traffic can be a nightmare at certain bottlenecks, and there's usually an alternate often scenic route when you know where you're going). There are cultural activities, but I haven't seen one ounce of local creativity.
Simply couldn't stand it when I arrived about 30 years ago. I saw the situation immediately. Because of the people, and now it's nearly unbearable. Other people frequently tell me the same thing, "newbies" long-time residents, and "natives": it's never been so divided, segregated and out-of-control competitive. People will dismiss you within seconds of meeting you.
They size you up in five minutes based on the suburb (or part of the suburb) where you live. In one upscale area, at a restaurant
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JFK summed DC up best when he said... - 9/25/2011
"Washington DC has the warmth of the north (east) and the efficiencies of the south."
Good points: Well informed, generally intelligent populace. Lots of cultural things to do. A clean, charming city. Fairly good mass transit inside the city.
Not so good points: Not a friendly place. Lots of rude foreigners. Expensive. Horrible traffic. Very uncomfortable year round (below sea level.) Lots of anti-white discrimination. Toxic work environments. Forget about mass transit outside of DC.
Overall: A better place to visit than
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