Logan Circle, DC Neighborhood Guide

Logan Circle, DC Neighborhood Guide

Logan Circle is located in Northwest DC around the circle at 13th Street NW and P Street NW. The neighborhood combines historic rowhouse blocks with mixed use buildings along 14th Street NW and P Street NW. Residents have access to parks, theaters, grocery stores, and frequent transit to downtown and nearby neighborhoods.

Fast Facts

• Location: Northwest DC between Dupont Circle and Shaw

• Main Corridors: 14th Street NW for retail and arts, P Street NW for grocery and services, 13th Street NW around the circle

• Parks: Logan Circle Park at the center, Thomas Circle to the south, Stead Park within walking distance to the west

• Housing Types: Late nineteenth century rowhouses, condo conversions, loft style residences in former commercial buildings, mid rise condominiums along 14th Street NW

• Transit: Multiple Metrobus routes on 14th Street NW and 16th Street NW, Metrorail access at Dupont Circle, McPherson Square, U Street, and Shaw stations depending on origin and destination

• Biking: Capital Bikeshare docks on and near 14th Street NW and P Street NW, protected bike lane on 15th Street NW for north south travel

Overview and History

The circle is named for Major General John A. Logan and contains a central statue within a landscaped park. Rowhouse construction from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries defines many side streets. 14th Street NW grew as an early auto and retail corridor and later saw reinvestment that added theaters, restaurants, and mixed use buildings while maintaining a traditional street grid.

Lifestyle and Amenities

Dining and Arts
14th Street NW features a concentration of restaurants, cafes, and performance spaces. The Studio Theatre anchors a cluster of stages with season calendars that change throughout the year. Small galleries and design shops dot the corridor.

Everyday Errands
P Street NW includes grocery, pharmacies, hardware, and fitness. Additional services and specialty shops extend north and south on 14th Street NW and along 17th Street NW within a short walk.

Parks and Recreation
Logan Circle Park provides seating and open lawn around the central monument. Thomas Circle adds landscaped green space to the south. Stead Park offers athletic fields, a recreation building, and playgrounds a few blocks west.

Housing and Real Estate Snapshot

Logan Circle offers a range of home types that reflect its development timeline.

• Rowhouses
  Brick and stone facades with bay fronts and decorative details. Many homes have rear patios or terraces and lower level spaces that may be configured for storage or accessory use subject to DC regulations.

• Condos and Lofts
  Conversions of former commercial buildings and new construction provide elevator access in select properties, bike rooms, and shared rooftop areas where offered.

• Mixed Use Buildings
  Residential levels above ground floor retail line portions of 14th Street NW and P Street NW, adding options close to services and transit.

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Transportation and Accessibility

• Metrorail
  Nearby stations include Dupont Circle on the Red Line, McPherson Square on the Blue Orange Silver Lines, U Street on the Green Yellow Lines, and Shaw on the Green Line. Walking distance varies by address.

• Bus
  Metrobus routes operate on 14th Street NW and 16th Street NW with frequent service to downtown and cross town connections.

• Biking
  Capital Bikeshare docks are located along the main corridors. The 15th Street NW protected bike lane provides a north south connection that links to the National Mall area and to neighborhoods north of U Street.

• Driving and Parking
  Major routes include 14th Street NW, 16th Street NW, and Rhode Island Avenue NW. Residential permit parking applies on side streets where posted. Metered spaces line commercial blocks.

Community Landmarks

• Logan Circle Park with the statue of Major General John A. Logan

• Studio Theatre on 14th Street NW

• Whole Foods Market on P Street NW

• Thomas Circle at the south end of the neighborhood

FAQs

1. Where is Logan Circle in DC
   Logan Circle is in Northwest DC centered on the traffic circle at 13th Street NW and P Street NW. It sits between Dupont Circle to the west and Shaw to the east.
   
   
2. What types of homes are common in Logan Circle
   Expect late nineteenth century rowhouses on side streets and a mix of condos and loft style residences along 14th Street NW and P Street NW. Some buildings combine ground floor retail with residences above.
   
   
3. How do residents commute from Logan Circle
   Many use Metrobus on 14th Street NW and 16th Street NW and walk to nearby Metrorail stations such as Dupont Circle, McPherson Square, U Street, or Shaw. Cycling is supported by the protected bike lane on 15th Street NW.
   
   
4. What parks are nearby
   Logan Circle Park and Thomas Circle provide green space within the neighborhood. Stead Park is within walking distance to the west with fields and recreation facilities.
   
   
5. Where can I run daily errands
   Grocery, pharmacies, hardware, and fitness are concentrated on P Street NW and along 14th Street NW, with additional services on nearby blocks.

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