Cleveland Park earned its name in 1886 when President Grover Cleveland ordered the construction of his Queen Anne style summer home titled “Oak Hill”. He was a later member of the wealthy Washingtonians who fled to holiday homes in breezy Cleveland Park to escape the sweltering DC summers. Today, the neighborhood retains this character; large, single family homes featuring wrap-around porches and expansive yards are the norm.
The neighborhood successfully blends suburban charm with the convenience of the Connecticut Avenue commercial zone. It’s home to the iconic Uptown Theater, an art deco style cinema serving DC since 1936. Residents can take advantage of a variety of businesses on Connecticut, with both casual fare and upscale dining available. Besides the single family homes on smaller tree-lined streets, the main avenues offer larger condo, apartment, and co-op buildings for a range of living options. The area also boasts easy access to Rock Creek Park, and to the rest of DC via the Cleveland Park Metro station, making Cleveland Park an attractive option for any potential District resident.