The Palisades offers a peaceful, village-like atmosphere along the Potomac River while remaining close to downtown D.C. Known for its charming homes, tree-lined streets, and tight-knit community, it appeals to buyers seeking a quieter urban experience. Local shops, parks, and scenic trails add to its distinctive, neighborhood feel.
4,244 people live in Palisades, where the median age is 47 and the average individual income is $139,262. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Palisades, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Chicken On The Run, DMV Spirits, and Downtown Liquors.
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| Dining | 4.14 miles | 13 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.23 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 3.93 miles | 55 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.68 miles | 13 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.84 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.57 miles | 16 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.25 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.89 miles | 14 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.22 miles | 12 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.61 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.93 miles | 31 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.51 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.09 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.86 miles | 40 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.58 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.76 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.88 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.82 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.92 miles | 15 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.43 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.99 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.9 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.39 miles | 11 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Palisades has 1,537 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Palisades do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 4,244 people call Palisades home. The population density is 5,351.031 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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