NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1247 Van Buren St NW Washington, DC 20012

Brightwood Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $735,342 - $848,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,296 Sq Ft
$609/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 30, 2015

Last sale price $550,000 $424 Per Sq Ft

Est. 44% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,643/month

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Corner Lot
  • 3-minute walk to Fort Stevens Recreation Center

About This Home

As of September 2015

Elegant classic colonial totally, totally remodeled by current meticulous owners offers original decorative moldings in both LR w/ FP and DR. Both rooms have beautiful bay windows which outside are copper topped making for a notable street presence. Any cook would delight in the chic kitchen w/ maple cabinetry, honed granite counters, travertine backsplash and upscale ss appliances. Wow!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Margaret Finn

Perennial Real Estate Listed on: 08/06/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

David Ehrenberg

Redfin Corp

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,580

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 4,770 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Corner Lot
  • Property is in very good condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slate Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Bay Window
  • Casement Windows
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Game Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Upgraded Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1.5 Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Connecting Stairway
  • Rear Basement Entry

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Brightwood Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Home warranty included in the sale of the property
  • Tax Lot 24
  • Assessor Parcel Number 2947//0024

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,580

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Home Warranty: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Remarks Public: Elegant classic colonial totally, totally remodeled by current meticulous owners offers original decorative moldings in both LR w/ FP and DR. Both rooms have beautiful bay windows which outside are copper topped making for a notable street presence. Any cook would delight in the chic kitchen w/ maple cabinetry, honed granite counters, travertine backsplash and upscale ss appliances. Wow!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Water Heater
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Wood Floors, Upgraded Countertops, Floor Plan - Traditional
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow, Double Pane, Casement
  • Fireplace Features: Mantel(s)
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Entry Location: Center Hall
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Game Room, Den, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Partially Finished
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1247

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Slate
  • 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: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 121140357950

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Rear
  • Improvement Assessed Value: 217810.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 203390.00
  • Lot Features: Corner
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Size Area: 4770
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4770.00
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Soil Types: Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
  • Year Assessed: 2014
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16047671
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3580.20
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2947//0024
  • Tax Lot: 24
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1296
  • Tax Year: 2014
  • Close Date: 09/30/2015

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 6, 2015
Closed on
Sep 30, 2015
Sold by
Parsons Michael W and Moon Elizabeth A
Bought by
Outten Samuel Scott and Hutton Rebekah Jane
Seller's Agent
Margaret Finn
Perennial Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
David Ehrenberg
Redfin Corp
List Price
$545,000
Sold Price
$550,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.92%
Current Estimated Value
$789,336

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$239,336
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.93%
Original Mortgage
$550,000
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 2002
Sold by
Robinson Herthy F
Bought by
Parsons Michael W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$225,200
Interest Rate
7.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Outten Samuel Scott $550,000 None Available
Parsons Michael W $281,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Outten Samuel Scott $516,000
Closed Outten Samuel Scott $550,000
Previous Owner Parsons Michael W $50,000
Previous Owner Parsons Michael W $225,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/30/2015 09/30/15 Sold $550,000 +0.9% $424 / Sq Ft
08/12/2015 08/12/15 Pending -- -- --
08/06/2015 08/06/15 For Sale $545,000 -- $421 / 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 $5,251 $704,840 $395,770 $309,070
2023 $4,809 $665,690 $381,790 $283,900
2022 $4,417 $598,340 $340,200 $258,140
2021 $4,246 $575,930 $335,140 $240,790
2020 $4,132 $561,820 $324,070 $237,750
2019 $4,119 $559,430 $318,730 $240,700
2018 $4,036 $548,220 $0 $0
2017 $3,861 $526,700 $0 $0
2016 $3,627 $498,440 $0 $0
2015 $3,271 $461,300 $0 $0
2014 $2,984 $421,200 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Margaret Finn

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Margaret Finn

    Perennial Real Estate

    (301) 602-5810

    Margaret Finn
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    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    David Ehrenberg

    Redfin Corp

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1001347959

Bright MLS

APN: 2947-0024

District of Columbia District of Columbia County Washington 20012 Brightwood

1247 Van Buren St NW, Washington, DC

This home is located at 1247 Van Buren St NW, Washington, DC 20012 since 06 August 2015 and is currently estimated at $789,336, approximately $609 per square foot. This property was built in 1940. 1247 Van Buren St NW is a home located in District of Columbia with nearby schools including Takoma Elementary School, Ida B. Wells Middle School, and Coolidge High School.

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