The locality is a trifle older and encompasses numerous characteristics that are emblematic of south side architecture like Longwood Manor. The city is skirted by Ashland, 89th Street, 107th Street, and a section of the Conrail railroad tracks. For people searching for reasonably priced homes in the south of The city, Washington Heights might be a well-made choice. Low home prices can lead to a big return down the road for a developer or broker. Things are searching up for this area.

This area, like much of Chicago, had a population reduction in children under the age of 6 since the census of 1990, including an estimated 2 percent decline since 2000. The neighborhood is 96% African-American. Over the previous few decades, the region went through a significant population reduction. But with some new real estate construction and the redevelopment of older homes, people are again starting to travel back to the locality and nearby localities like Burnside.

The locality has upwards of 15 schools. The most notable school in the community is Marcus Garvey Elementary. Courses include Spanish from 3rd to 8th grade and Japanese in kindergarten through 3rd.

Washington Heights is far to the south of Chicago. First settled by Irish and German immigrant train workers. Swedish and then African-Americans followed. Washington Heights is chiefly a blue collar population. There is little business activity in the community, but homes is ample. One can find a number of houses for less than $100,000. Several developers are looking for opportunties in Brainerd. a number of of the houses are suitable for refurbishing, so the sale prices may be lower than the final cost, especially if the house necessities quite a bit of construction.

The Dan Ryan is close to Washington Heights.