802 21st St NE

Langston is a residential area in Northeast Washington, DC, near the Anacostia River and the Maryland border. The river and nearby green spaces lend the area an outdoor feel, while the city’s humid summers and cool winters shape year-round routines. The neighborhood’s history is closely tied to the development of Northeast DC; nearby Fort Mahan Park offers wooded paths and open space. Local errands and meals are served by neighborhood shops and casual dining, with a broader selection of restaurants, coffee shops, and nightlife available elsewhere in the city. The Langston neighborhood rental data lists a median rent of $2,339 per month and a typical range of $875 to $5,595. Residents can get around by local bus, car, bicycle, and connections to Washington’s wider transit network; the Anacostia River trail system also supports outdoor trips.