This study looks at the places Black Washingtonians have called home. It especially explores housing considered “affordable,” meaning it was intended for working-class residents, since such housing has not yet been studied in depth in the District of Columbia. African Americans have always made up a significant portion of the District of Columbia’s working class since racial restrictions kept many in lower-wage, blue-collar or service-sector jobs. Yet, Black Washingtonians of all classes have experienced struggles and victories to find a place to live.