NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1253 Sumner Rd SE Washington, DC 20020

Barry Farm Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $266,000 - $410,186

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,296 Sq Ft
$269/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: February 7, 2025

Last sale price $280,000 $216 Per Sq Ft

Est. 24% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,217 / mo

114 Days on Market

Highlights

  • City View
  • No HOA
  • Picket Fence
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Community Infinity Pool
  • 2-minute walk to Barry Farm Recreation Center

About This Home

As of February 2025

Sold Strictly "As-Is" Seller will not make repairs of any kind. Property needs work but presents tremendous value in the up and coming Barry Farm Community. Property is Zoned RA-1 for future development opportunity. Property previously used as profitable single family rental property. 2 unit conversion potential. This property has near immediate access to I-295 and the beautiful Frederic Douglas bridge entering The Navy Yard, Buzzards Point Neighborhood and Capital Hill. Downtown DC within minutes via Green line metro rail, car or even by foot or bicycle via the Anacostia River Trail system. Access to Maryland via Suitland Parkway or easy drive to the south featuring National Harbor and MGM Casino. Old town Alexandria, Virginia and National airport also within 20 minutes. This is truly an ideal location for the future. Don't miss out on this opportunity to buy today at a bargain price for the Nations Capitol.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Terrence Brown

(202) 545-6900 terry@dcmetroproperty.com Compass License #AB100148 Listed on: 09/18/2024

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Puneet Bhagi

(703) 658-3999 ikonrealty.dmv@gmail.com DMV Realty, INC. License #0225178862

DMV Realty, INC.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,135

Year Built

  • Built in 1923

Lot Details

  • 1,644 Sq Ft Lot
  • North Facing Home
  • Picket Fence
  • Property is in good condition
  • Property is zoned RA-1, Permit flexibility of design by permitting all types of urban residential development if they conform to the height, density

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,296 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • City Views
  • Security Gate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Accessible Home Design

  • Halls are 36 inches wide or more
  • More Than Two Accessible Exits

Location

  • Urban Location

Schools

  • Savoy Elementary School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 889
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5867//0889

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Barry Farms Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Infinity Pool
  • Heated Community Pool
  • Lap or Exercise Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,135

Year Built

Built in 1923

Lot Details

1,644 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits, 36"+ Wide Halls
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Expected On Market: 2024-09-18
  • Year Built: 1923
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: No
  • Total Sq Ft: 1296
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1296
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 231.10
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1296
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Spa: No
  • View: City
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • 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: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Security Gate
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Pool Features: Heated, Lap/Exercise, Negative Edge/Infinity

Schools

  • Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: SAVOY

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Fencing: Picket
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1644.00
  • Property Condition: Average, Good, Below Average
  • Soil Types: Urban Land-Cristiana-Sunnysider
  • Zoning: RA-1
  • Zoning Description: Permit flexibility of design by permitting all types of urban residential development if they conform to the height, density
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3135.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5867//0889
  • Tax Lot: 889
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 18, 2024
Closed on
Feb 7, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Terrence Brown
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Puneet Bhagi
DMV Realty, INC.
List Price
$350,000
Sold Price
$280,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$70,000
-20%
Views
520
Current Estimated Value
$348,047

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$68,047
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.21%
Original Mortgage
$320,000
Outstanding Balance
$317,842
Interest Rate
6.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$30,205

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 1, 2011
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$144,000
Interest Rate
4.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 10, 2010
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 10, 2008
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 25, 2005
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$176,000
Interest Rate
5.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 5, 2004
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$149,600
Interest Rate
5.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$280,000 None Listed On Document
$180,000 --
$72,000 --
$85,000 --
$220,100 --
$187,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $320,000
Previous Owner $144,000
Previous Owner $176,000
Previous Owner $149,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/07/2025 02/07/25 Sold $280,000 -6.5% $216 / Sq Ft
10/23/2024 10/23/24 Price Changed $299,500 -14.4% $231 / Sq Ft
09/18/2024 09/18/24 For Sale $350,000 -- $270 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History

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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
2025 $10,836 $370,470 $137,160 $233,310
2024 $3,135 $368,820 $135,090 $233,730
2023 $3,056 $359,510 $131,870 $227,640
2022 $2,802 $329,690 $130,350 $199,340
2021 $2,665 $313,470 $127,100 $186,370
2020 $2,645 $311,130 $124,040 $187,090
2019 $2,454 $288,670 $119,780 $168,890
2018 $2,472 $290,830 $0 $0
2017 $2,470 $290,540 $0 $0
2016 $2,119 $249,310 $0 $0
2015 $1,873 $220,300 $0 $0
2014 $1,854 $218,090 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Terrence Brown

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Terrence Brown

    Compass

    (202) 607-8888

    1 in this area

    50 Total Sales

    Terrence Brown
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  • Puneet Bhagi

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Puneet Bhagi

    DMV Realty, INC.

    (703) 346-2293

    1 in this area

    116 Total Sales

    Puneet Bhagi
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DCDC2159164

Bright MLS

APN: 5867-0889

District of Columbia District of Columbia County Washington 20020 Barry Farm

1253 Sumner Rd SE, Washington, DC

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