RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 17 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in District of Columbia (2026)

Every CMS-certified nursing home in District of Columbia, independently ranked by health inspection scores, staffing levels, and penalty history — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

170.8 per 30K residentsBelow national avg of 1.3 per 30KTotal Nursing Homes
3.5/5
+0.5 vs national avgNational avg: 3.00Statewide Avg Rating
$81K+$10K vs national avgNational avg: $71KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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1No Penalties

Nursing HomeWashington, DC

Jeanne Jugan Residence

Corporation

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
40 BedsInspected May 2025

Above District of Columbia avg of 3.5

4200 Harewood Road NeWashington, DC 20017

(202) 269-1831

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomeWashington, DC

Lisner Louise Dickson Hurthome

Corporation

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
60 BedsInspected Nov 2025

Above District of Columbia avg of 3.5

5425 Western Ave NwWashington, DC 20015

(202) 966-6667

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31 Penalty

Nursing HomeWashington, DC

Sibley Mem Hosp Renaissance

Nonprofit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
45 BedsInspected Aug 2024

Above District of Columbia avg of 3.5

5255 Loughboro Road NwWashington, DC 20016

(202) 537-4000

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42 Penalties

Nursing HomeWashington, DC

Forest Hills Of Dc

Nonprofit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
55 BedsInspected Dec 2024

Above District of Columbia avg of 3.5

4901 Connecticut Avenue, NwWashington, DC 20008

(202) 966-7623

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52 Penalties

Nursing HomeWashington, DC

Ingleside At Rock Creek

Corporation

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
34 BedsInspected Mar 2025

Above District of Columbia avg of 3.5

3050 Military Road NwWashington, DC 20015

(202) 363-8310

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61 Penalty

Nursing HomeWashington, DC

Knollwood Hsc

Corporation

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
69 BedsInspected May 2025

Above District of Columbia avg of 3.5

6200 Oregon Ave NwWashington, DC 20015

(202) 541-0150

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71 Penalty

Nursing HomeWashington, DC

Serenity Rehabilitation And Health Center Llc

LLC

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
183 BedsInspected Feb 2025

Above District of Columbia avg of 3.5

1380 Southern Ave SeWashington, DC 20032

(202) 279-5880

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84 Penalties

Nursing HomeWashington, DC

Washington Ctr For Aging Svcs

Corporation

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
259 BedsInspected Aug 2025

Above District of Columbia avg of 3.5

2601 18th Street NeWashington, DC 20018

(202) 541-6080

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9No Penalties

Nursing HomeWashington, DC

The Hsc Pediatric Skilled Nursing Facility

Corporation

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality MeasuresN/A
16 BedsInspected Jul 2025

Below District of Columbia avg of 3.5

1731 Bunker Hill Road NeWashington, DC 20017

(202) 832-4400

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101 Penalty

Nursing HomeWashington, DC

Inspire Rehabilitation And Health Center Llc

LLC

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
180 BedsInspected Dec 2023

Below District of Columbia avg of 3.5

2131 O Street NwWashington, DC 20037

(202) 785-2577

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112 Penalties

Nursing HomeWashington, DC

Ascension Living Carroll Manor

Corporation

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
252 BedsInspected Sep 2024

Below District of Columbia avg of 3.5

725 Buchanan St., NeWashington, DC 20017

(202) 854-7100

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122 Penalties

Nursing HomeWashington, DC

Unique Rehabilitation And Health Center Llc

LLC

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
230 BedsInspected Nov 2025

Below District of Columbia avg of 3.5

901 First Street NwWashington, DC 20001

(202) 535-2011

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133 Penalties
★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
125 BedsInspected Nov 2025

Below District of Columbia avg of 3.5

4601 Martin Luther King Jr Avenue SwWashington, DC 20032

(202) 574-5700

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141 Penalty

Nursing HomeWashington, DC

Bridgepoint Subacute And Rehab Capitol Hill

LLC

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
117 BedsInspected May 2025

Below District of Columbia avg of 3.5

223 7th Street NeWashington, DC 20002

(202) 546-5700

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152 Penalties

Nursing HomeWashington, DC

Stoddard Baptist Nursing Home

Corporation

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
164 BedsInspected Apr 2025

Below District of Columbia avg of 3.5

1818 Newton St. NwWashington, DC 20010

(202) 328-7400

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165 Penalties

Nursing HomeWashington, DC

Capitol City Rehab And Healthcare Center

LLC

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
360 BedsInspected Nov 2025

Below District of Columbia avg of 3.5

2425 25th Street SeWashington, DC 20020

(202) 889-3600

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171 Penalty

Nursing HomeWashington, DC

Deanwood Rehabilitation And Wellness Center

Corporation

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
296 BedsInspected Sep 2025

Below District of Columbia avg of 3.5

5000 Nannie Helen Burroughs Ave. NeWashington, DC 20019

(202) 399-7504

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State report

Why families compare nursing homes in District of Columbia

#44of 51 states & DC
Health Ranking

Among the lowest-ranked states for overall health outcomes — long-term care demand runs high (rank 44 of 51).

America’s Health Rankings 2024
  • Population 65+16.0%

    About 10% lower than the national average of 17.7%.

    Census ACS 2023
  • Life expectancy76.3 yrs

    About the same as the national average of 76.4 yrs.

    CDC NVSR 2022
  • Nurse staff turnover33.2%

    About 28% lower than the national average of 46.4%.

    CMS PBJ 2024

See full demographics & care economics for District of Columbia →

FAQ

Questions families ask about this page

How many nursing homes are in District of Columbia?

District of Columbia has 17 nursing homes in the full directory. This rankings page evaluated 17 eligible nursing homes with public CMS ratings and public profile slugs, then highlighted the top 17.

What is the average CMS rating for nursing homes in District of Columbia?

Nursing homes in District of Columbia average 3.5 out of 5 on the CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0.

What is the average fine when a nursing home in District of Columbia is penalized?

Among District of Columbia nursing homes that were fined, the average fine is $81K. The national nursing-home average is $71K.

How does District of Columbia compare with the national average?

District of Columbia averages 3.5 out of 5 on CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0. The average fine when penalized is $81K versus $71K nationally.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use this report as a shortlist, then review the facility profile, confirm payment options, look at inspection history, and speak with licensed professionals before making a care decision.

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