Relocating to DC, where to live?

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I would greatly appreciate any advice on this question.  Over the next year I intend on purchasing a personal residence in the DMV area and need help focusing my search.

I prefer older homes and neighborhoods with character (for instance a farmers market). Transitional neighborhoods are fine but no war zones.  My kiddo is grown so schools are less important.  I don't mind live in renovation projects if the price is right. Total budget less than 450k.  

Thank you.