NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1517 Van Buren St NW Washington, DC 20012

Brightwood Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,155,000 - $1,455,000

5 Beds
6 Baths
3,500 Sq Ft
$364/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 30, 2014

Last sale price $825,000 $236 Per Sq Ft

Est. 52% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,477/month

222 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Second Kitchen
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • No HOA
  • Colonial Architecture
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • 5-minute walk to Fort Stevens Recreation Center

About This Home

As of September 2014

This very special property incudes a sunken living room, inlaid floors, dramatic archways, high ceilings, and custom woodwork. Bring your best offers. This one will not last long.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robert Simpson

R.M. Simpson Real Estate, LLC. License #643890 Listed on: 12/19/2013

Last Buyer's Agent

Robert Simpson

R.M. Simpson Real Estate, LLC. License #643890 Listed on: 12/19/2013

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,820

Year Built

  • Built in 1927

Lot Details

  • 4,235 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is in very good condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Window Treatments
  • Dining Area
  • Dryer

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Galley Kitchen
  • Kitchenette
  • Second Kitchen
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 6 Bathrooms

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Walk-Up Access
  • Connecting Stairway
  • Side Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump
  • Basement Windows

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Floor Furnace
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Brightwood Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 69
  • Assessor Parcel Number 2732//0069

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,820

Year Built

Built in 1927

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Lower 2, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Remarks Public: This very special property incudes a sunken living room, inlaid floors, dramatic archways, high ceilings, and custom woodwork. Bring your best offers. This one will not last long.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Disposal, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas
  • Interior Amenities: 2nd Kitchen, Kitchen - Galley, Kitchenette, Dining Area, Kitchen - Eat-In, Primary Bath(s), Window Treatments, Floor Plan - Traditional
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Side Entrance, Daylight, Partial, Full, Partially Finished, Walkout Stairs, Windows, Sump Pump
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 3500
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3500
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 302.00
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2950
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 550
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 550
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1517

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Upper Level 2 Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels 2 Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Upper Level 2 Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level 2 Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Floor Furnace
  • 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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.10
  • Lot Size Area: 4235
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4235.00
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Soil Types: Unknown
  • Year Assessed: 2012
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4819.76
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2732//0069
  • Tax Lot: 69
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2844
  • Tax Year: 2012
  • Close Date: 09/30/2014

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 19, 2013
Closed on
Sep 30, 2014
Sold by
Tucker Frank D and Tucker Brenda B
Bought by
Bush Raymond W and Bush Monti
Seller's Agent
Robert Simpson
R.M. Simpson Real Estate, LLC.
Buyer's Agent
Robert Simpson
R.M. Simpson Real Estate, LLC.
List Price
$959,900
Sold Price
$825,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$134,900
-14.05%
Current Estimated Value
$1,253,278

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$428,278
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.92%
Original Mortgage
$731,875
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
VA
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
Bush Raymond W -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bush Raymond Walter $230,000
Open Bush Raymond W $644,773
Closed Bush Raymond W $60,000
Closed Bush Raymond W $731,875
Previous Owner Tucker Frank D $301,610
Previous Owner Tucker Frank D $300,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/30/2014 09/30/14 Sold $825,000 -7.4% $236 / Sq Ft
07/29/2014 07/29/14 Pending -- -- --
05/14/2014 05/14/14 Price Changed $890,900 -7.2% $255 / Sq Ft
12/19/2013 12/19/13 For Sale $959,900 -- $274 / 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 $7,385 $955,910 $386,530 $569,380
2023 $6,871 $903,220 $372,890 $530,330
2022 $6,291 $818,820 $332,960 $485,860
2021 $6,081 $791,770 $328,040 $463,730
2020 $5,849 $763,800 $317,960 $445,840
2019 $5,719 $747,700 $312,460 $435,240
2018 $5,488 $718,950 $0 $0
2017 $5,127 $675,660 $0 $0
2016 $4,791 $635,330 $0 $0
2015 $4,439 $600,930 $0 $0
2014 $4,045 $546,140 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Robert Simpson

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Robert Simpson

    R.M. Simpson Real Estate, LLC.

    (301) 509-5289

    15 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003788028

Bright MLS

APN: 2732-0069

District of Columbia District of Columbia County Washington 20012 Brightwood

1517 Van Buren St NW, Washington, DC

This home is located at 1517 Van Buren St NW, Washington, DC 20012 since 19 December 2013 and is currently estimated at $1,273,116, approximately $363 per square foot. This property was built in 1927. 1517 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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