$500,000
SOLD JUL 6, 2020

1239 Simms Place NE Unit 5 Washington, DC 20002

Trinidad Neighborhood
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,709 Sq Ft
$250/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$293 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 4-minute walk to Lewis Crowe Park

About This Home

As of October 2023

Filled with light, this open condo has ample space for a living area, dining area and home office. Modern finishes blend with exposed brick to create a sophisticated, urban home. The chic kitchen boasts stainless steel, a prep island with breakfast bar, stone tile backsplash, and white quartz counters. This home includes three possible bedrooms complemented by two full, contemporary baths, along with a chic powder room for guests. In addition to the private main unit entrance, Unit #5 is the only unit to offer direct access to the rear yard and patio space via a rear entrance. The landscaped rear yard is the ultimate urban oasis. A washer/dryer in the unit and ample storage space are coveted city amenities. Located in blossoming Trinidad, this lovely home is near Ivy City, Gallaudet, the H Street Corridor, the National Arboretum and Union Market. Shop at Whole Foods and Mom's Organic Market.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Donnell Kearney

Compass Listed on: 06/03/2020

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Thomas Snow

Real Broker, LLC License #SP98372436

Real Broker, LLC

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,246

Year Built

  • Built in 1936

HOA Fees

  • $250 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,709 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 2020
  • Assessor Parcel Number 4052//2020

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, trash
  • Low-Rise Condominium
  • Trinidad Community
  • Trinidad Subdivision

Amenities

  • Common Area

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,246

Year Built

Built in 1936

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$250 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Unit/Flat/Apartment
  • Unit Building Type: Garden 1 - 4 Floors
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Expected On Market: 2020-06-04
  • Year Built: 1936
  • Remarks Public: Filled with light, this open condo has ample space for a living area, dining area and home office. Modern finishes blend with exposed brick to create a sophisticated, urban home. The chic kitchen boasts stainless steel, a prep island with breakfast bar, stone tile backsplash, and white quartz counters. This home includes three possible bedrooms complemented by two full, contemporary baths, along with a chic powder room for guests. In addition to the private main unit entrance, Unit #5 is the only unit to offer direct access to the rear yard and patio space via a rear entrance. The landscaped rear yard is the ultimate urban oasis. A washer/dryer in the unit and ample storage space are coveted city amenities. Located in blossoming Trinidad, this lovely home is near Ivy City, Gallaudet, the H Street Corridor, the National Arboretum and Union Market. Shop at Whole Foods and Mom's Organic Market.
  • Washer Dryer Hookups YN: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Entry Floor: 1
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
  • Total Sq Ft: 1709
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1709
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 286.13
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1709
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1239

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: Yes
  • Condo Co-Op Fee: 250.00
  • Condo Co-Op Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Common Grounds
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Water, Trash
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 121140357950
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 417730.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 179030.00
  • Soil Types: Urban Land Not Rated
  • Year Assessed: 2019
  • Zoning: RF-1
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16187731
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4052//2020
  • Tax Lot: 2020
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1709
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Close Date: 07/06/2020

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 10, 2023
Closed on
Sep 29, 2023
Sold by
Casanova Roberto and Yabsley Jessica Annette
Bought by
Ampofo David
Seller's Agent
Kira Epstein Begal
Washington Fine Properties, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Maddy DeBow
Compass
List Price
$525,000
Sold Price
$525,000
Views
99
Current Estimated Value
$660,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$135,000
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.94%
Original Mortgage
$472,500
Outstanding Balance
$461,911
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$190,089
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $525,000 Westcor Land Title Insurance
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $472,500 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/02/2023 10/02/23 Sold $525,000 0.0% $307 / Sq Ft
09/13/2023 09/13/23 Pending -- -- --
08/10/2023 08/10/23 For Sale $525,000 +5.0% $307 / Sq Ft
07/06/2020 07/06/20 Sold $500,000 +2.2% $293 / Sq Ft
06/08/2020 06/08/20 Pending -- -- --
06/03/2020 06/03/20 For Sale $489,000 +22.3% $286 / Sq Ft
07/07/2017 07/07/17 Sold $399,999 -5.9% $250 / Sq Ft
06/07/2017 06/07/17 Pending -- -- --
05/20/2017 05/20/17 For Sale $425,000 -- $266 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $5,246 $759,880 $227,960 $531,920
2023 $4,785 $707,000 $212,100 $494,900
2022 $4,392 $609,130 $182,740 $426,390
2021 $4,602 $631,000 $189,300 $441,700
2020 $845 $596,760 $179,030 $417,730
2019 $0 $412,250 $123,670 $288,580
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DCDC471166

Bright MLS

APN: 4052-2020