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Vacant Homes in Washington, DC
Vacancy rates for rentals and homes for sale, and why vacant homes are empty. American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates.
- Vacancy rate
- 10.1%
- District of Columbia 10.1%
- Rental vacancy rate
- 6.9%
- District of Columbia 6.9%
- Homeowner vacancy rate
- 1.6%
- District of Columbia 1.6%
- Vacant for seasonal use
- 7.5% of vacant
- District of Columbia 7.5% of vacant
Why homes are vacant
36,523 vacant homes
- For rent14,40539.4%
- Rented, not yet occupied3,1558.6%
- For sale2,1515.9%
- Sold, not yet occupied1,4173.9%
- Seasonal, recreational or occasional use2,7477.5%
- For migrant workers680.2%
- Other vacant12,58034.4%
Rental vacancy rate 6.9%; homeowner vacancy rate 1.6%.
How it compares
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| Area | Vacancy rate | Rental vacancy | Homeowner vacancy | Vacant homes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington, DC | 10.1% | 6.9% | 1.6% | 36,523 |
| District of Columbia | 10.1% | 6.9% | 1.6% | 36,523 |
| District of Columbia | 10.1% | 6.9% | 1.6% | 36,523 |
| United States | 10.1% | 5.5% | 0.9% | 14,547,859 |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the vacancy rate in Washington, DC?
- 10.1% of homes in Washington, DC are vacant, and the rental vacancy rate is 6.9%.
- How does Washington compare with District of Columbia?
- The vacancy rate in Washington is 10.1%, compared with 10.1% for District of Columbia as a whole.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey · 2020-2024 5-year estimates