1236 Potomac St NW Washington, DC 20007
Georgetown Neighborhood
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,619
Sq Ft
3,375
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Victorian Architecture
- 4 Fireplaces
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Hyde Addison Elementary School Rated A
- No HOA
- 5-minute walk to Francis Scott Key Park
About This Home
As of June 2025CO-LISTED WITH EILEEN MCGRATH. Beautiful 5BR/3.5BA home located in the heart of Georgetown. Features include hardwood floors, great entertaining spaces, double parlor living room, spacious bedrooms, attached two floor carriage house with second kitchen, large patio great for entertaining and driveway with parking for two cars!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Washington Fine Properties, LLC License #0225019868 Listed on: 01/11/2013
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $17,114
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 3,375 Sq Ft Lot
Parking
- Brick Driveway
Home Design
- Semi-Detached or Twin Home
- Victorian Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- Property has 3 Levels
- 4 Fireplaces
- Dining Area
- Finished Basement
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 3.5 Bathrooms
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Radiator
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Georgetown Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 44
- Assessor Parcel Number 1219//0044
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 28, 2025
Closed on
Jun 16, 2025
Sold by
Christine D Straw 2019 Revocable Trust and Edward M Straw 2019 Revocable Trust
Bought by
1236 Potomac St Nw Llc
Seller's Agent
Heidi Hatfield
Washington Fine Properties, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Mike Aubrey
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
List Price
$4,500,000
Sold Price
$4,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$250,000
-5.56%
Total Days on Market
14
Views
23
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
68.27%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 8, 2022
Sold by
Straw Christine D
Bought by
Christine D Straw 2019 Revocable Trust
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,373,000
Interest Rate
2.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 29, 2015
Closed on
Aug 28, 2015
Sold by
N Street Restorations Ii Llc
Bought by
Straw Christine D and Straw Edward M
Seller's Agent
James Kaull
Washington Fine Properties, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Heidi Hatfield
Washington Fine Properties, LLC
List Price
$3,850,000
Sold Price
$3,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$450,000
-11.69%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.97%
Original Mortgage
$2,000,000
Interest Rate
4.07%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 22, 2014
Sold by
Cohen Trustee Neal S
Bought by
N Street Restorations Ii Llc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,600,000
Interest Rate
4.26%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 11, 2013
Closed on
Mar 18, 2013
Sold by
Cooley Stephen W
Bought by
Cohen Florence H
Seller's Agent
Nancy Taylor Bubes
Washington Fine Properties, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Jeff Wilson
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$2,295,000
Sold Price
$2,175,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$120,000
-5.23%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.13%
Original Mortgage
$1,631,250
Interest Rate
3.54%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 14, 1999
Sold by
O'Brien Morgan E
Bought by
Cooley Stephen W
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
7.04%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $4,250,000 | Fidelity National Title Insura | |
| Special Warranty Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $3,400,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $2,435,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $2,175,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $799,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $1,373,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $2,000,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $2,600,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,631,250 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $510,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/16/2025 06/16/25 | Sold | $4,250,000 | -5.6% | $949 / Sq Ft |
| 05/28/2025 05/28/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/28/2025 05/28/25 | For Sale | $4,500,000 | +32.4% | $1,004 / Sq Ft |
| 08/28/2015 08/28/15 | Sold | $3,400,000 | -5.4% | $810 / Sq Ft |
| 08/26/2015 08/26/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/28/2015 07/28/15 | Price Changed | $3,595,000 | -6.6% | $856 / Sq Ft |
| 06/29/2015 06/29/15 | For Sale | $3,850,000 | +77.0% | $917 / Sq Ft |
| 03/18/2013 03/18/13 | Sold | $2,175,000 | -5.2% | $601 / Sq Ft |
| 01/25/2013 01/25/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/11/2013 01/11/13 | For Sale | $2,295,000 | -- | $634 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $30,069 | $3,624,630 | $1,272,610 | $2,352,020 |
| 2023 | $29,876 | $3,598,870 | $1,271,630 | $2,327,240 |
| 2022 | $29,161 | $3,509,420 | $1,263,970 | $2,245,450 |
| 2021 | $29,505 | $3,547,510 | $1,248,310 | $2,299,200 |
| 2020 | $29,048 | $3,493,070 | $1,208,280 | $2,284,790 |
| 2019 | $28,854 | $3,394,560 | $1,174,130 | $2,220,430 |
| 2018 | $28,973 | $3,408,530 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $28,734 | $3,380,470 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $24,144 | $3,294,640 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $17,746 | $2,087,720 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $16,833 | $1,980,350 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
H
Seller's Agent in 2025
Heidi Hatfield
Washington Fine Properties, LLC
-
M
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Mike Aubrey
BHHS PenFed (actual)
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2015
James Kaull
Washington Fine Properties, LLC
-
N
Seller's Agent in 2013
Nancy Taylor Bubes
Washington Fine Properties
-
J
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Jeff Wilson
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1003305204
APN: 1219-0044
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