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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I wouldn’t pick Columbia Heights. Too much crime and loitering in many parts, and the schools are no good.
It’s not that convenient for your commute either.
In your place I would rent in Upper NW. Janney, Oyster, Eaton, Hearst are all pretty convenient to the red line.
No PK3, so you could try to lottery into one of the charters, though getting a spot seems unlikely at this stage. Or else do a nanny share, or try to find a daycare for a year - many of them have spots for three year olds once kids leave for PK3.
But with a kid already enrolled your second would have a very good chance of getting in to PK4, we know several families who’ve had that happen.[/quote]

No opinion on schools, but agree that Col Heights isn't that convenient for your commute metro-wise. If you metro, you'll have to change trains at Gallery Place. Not a huge deal if you work regular 9-5 weekday hours, but I would not want to deal with changing trains off-peak. Check to see if there are bus routes though, you might be able to find a bus line that will take you close to your office more directly.

I also second the assertion that there is a lot of loitering in Columbia Heights. I recommend you head over there, particularly right off the metro stop, and see if you like the vibe/feel. There is absolutely nothing wrong or bad about it, but it is not for everyone (myself included).

If you are going to rent, the suggestions to rent WOTP near the Red line or Shepherd Park (red line, Silver Spring stop is very close, just across the line in Maryland) are good ones. 
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