$1,225,000
SOLD NOV 3, 2025
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,461 Sq Ft
1,423 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$838 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

17 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Federal Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Garrison Elementary School Rated 9+
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 3-minute walk to T Street Park

About This Home

As of November 2025

Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined block, 1521 Caroline Street NW offers a thoughtfully designed 3-level home in one of DC’s most coveted neighborhoods. This circa-1880 property seamlessly blends historic character with modern sensibility. Three well-appointed bedrooms provide flexible living spaces, and two full bathrooms feature crisp finishes ensuring comfort and functionality. Your dedicated parking spot – a rare commodity in this highly walkable area – tops the list of perks and brings convenience to daily life. The location is perfectly positioned between two of the city’s most dynamic destinations; stroll south to Dupont Circle’s Sunday farmers market and historic architecture, or head east to vibrant 14th Street, where award-winning restaurants, craft cocktail bars, and boutiques have transformed the corridor into the city’s cultural epicenter. It’s city life as you’ve always dreamt it.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tim Barley

(202) 577-5000 Tim@barleyandbarley.com Barley & Barley Real Estate License #BR98379209 Listed on: 10/03/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Frank Parrish

(614) 940-3382 fparrish@ttrsir.com TTR Sotheby's International Realty

TTR Sotheby's International Realty

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,773

Year Built

  • Built in 1880

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Federal Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Skylights
  • Recessed Lighting
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Dining Area
  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry Chute

Kitchen

  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Walk-In Closet

Improved Basement

  • Connecting Stairway
  • Basement Windows

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Private Parking

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • 1,423 Sq Ft Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Dupont Circle Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 89
  • Assessor Parcel Number 0190//0089

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,773

Year Built

Built in 1880

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Federal
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1880
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Interior Amenities: Recessed Lighting, Dining Area, Skylight(s), Upgraded Countertops, Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Laundry Chute, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Daylight, Partial, Improved, Windows
  • Laundry Type: Has Laundry
  • Total Sq Ft: 1878
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1461
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 997.60
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1252
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 209
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 417
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 626
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • All Lower Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Level Full 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
  • Parking Features: Private
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street
  • Off Street Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • 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 Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.03
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1423.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Soil Types: Unknown
  • Zoning: R
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 9773.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0190//0089
  • Tax Lot: 89
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 3, 2025
Closed on
Nov 3, 2025
Sold by
Paul Stephen Sonne Living Trust and Courtney Beth Weaver Living Trust
Bought by
Ponseti Caroline and Lin John
Seller's Agent
Tim Barley
Barley & Barley Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Frank Parrish
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,249,000
Sold Price
$1,225,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-1.92%
Views
192

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.38%
Original Mortgage
$918,750
Outstanding Balance
$918,750
Interest Rate
6.26%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$318,517

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 25, 2021
Sold by
Sonne Paul Stephen and Weaver Courtney Beth
Bought by
Sonne Paul Stephen and Weaver Courtney Beth

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 9, 2018
Closed on
Mar 28, 2018
Sold by
Whall John P
Bought by
Sonne Paul and Weaver Courtney
Seller's Agent
Gregg Zeiler
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Diana Minshall
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,299,000
Sold Price
$1,125,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$174,000
-13.39%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.23%
Original Mortgage
$725,000
Interest Rate
4.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 11, 2000
Sold by
Beeler George
Bought by
Rodden Joseph

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$252,700
Interest Rate
8.07%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 3, 1998
Sold by
Collins Sarah P
Bought by
Beeler Sarah C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$94,000
Interest Rate
7.05%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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 $1,225,000 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Special Warranty Deed $1,125,000 Avenue Stlmnt Corporation
Deed $325,000 --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $918,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $725,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $252,700 No Value Available
Previous Owner $94,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/03/2025 11/03/25 Sold $1,225,000 -1.9% $838 / Sq Ft
10/03/2025 10/03/25 For Sale $1,249,000 +11.0% $855 / Sq Ft
03/28/2018 03/28/18 Sold $1,125,000 -6.2% $865 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/21/2018 02/21/18 Pending -- -- --
02/17/2018 02/17/18 Price Changed $1,199,000 -7.7% $922 / Sq Ft
02/09/2018 02/09/18 For Sale $1,299,000 -- $999 / 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
2025 $9,773 $1,149,720 $722,900 $426,820
2024 $9,670 $1,137,600 $719,300 $418,300
2023 $9,105 $1,113,210 $715,360 $397,850
2022 $8,581 $1,088,200 $706,730 $381,470
2021 $8,568 $1,084,360 $697,910 $386,450
2020 $8,303 $1,071,490 $697,110 $374,380
2019 $7,555 $963,690 $659,630 $304,060
2018 $6,734 $940,520 $0 $0
2017 $6,129 $868,110 $0 $0
2016 $5,577 $761,250 $0 $0
2015 $5,072 $687,500 $0 $0
2014 $4,622 $613,910 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DCDC2225184

Bright MLS

APN: 0190-0089