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Brightwood, Washington, D.C.
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Brightwood is a neighborhood located in the northwestern quadrant of Washington, D.C.
As with most neighborhoods in Washington, D.C., the boundaries of Brightwood are difficult to define. As defined by the Brightwood Community Association, the boundaries are Walter Reed Army Medical Center and Aspen Street to the north, 16th Street and Rock Creek Park to the west, Georgia Avenue to the east, and Kennedy Street to the south. Nearby neighborhoods include Shepherd Park to the north, Takoma to the northeast, Manor Park to the east, and Sixteenth Street Heights to the south.
Much of the retail in the neighborhood lies along Georgia Avenue. Although no Metrorail stations lie within the neighborhood, the Takoma Metrorail station is within walking distance from the neighborhood. There are several Metrobus routes that serve the community.
It recently had its first gangster style shooting in 5 years. (fox5news)
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