NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1537 Monroe St NW Washington, DC 20010

Columbia Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $987,000 - $1,063,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,472 Sq Ft
$410/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 10, 2015

Last sale price $845,000 $342 Per Sq Ft

Est. 20% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,967/month

Highlights

  • Wind Turbine Power
  • Federal Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • 4-minute walk to Powell Recreation Center

About This Home

As of November 2015

This spacious home features original vestibule, wood work; mantels, built-in period bookshelves; high ceilings, pocket doors; formal dining room, refinished hardwood floors. Butcher block counter graces bricked kitchen, new appliances. 3 generous bedrooms, one with rear deck overlooking tiled patio. In-law suite with a full kitchen and bath. Home Warranty included at Settlement.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Edward Ingebretsen

(202) 445-0366 ed.ingebretsen@gmail.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #SP98371241 Listed on: 10/02/2015

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Edward Ingebretsen

(202) 445-0366 ed.ingebretsen@gmail.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #SP98371241 Listed on: 10/02/2015

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,679

Year Built

  • Built in 1908 | Remodeled in 2015

Lot Details

  • 1,469 Sq Ft Lot
  • Two or More Common Walls
  • Property is in very good condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Federal Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,472 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Built-In Features
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Skylights
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Bay Window
  • Wood Frame Window
  • Casement Windows
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Utility Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • 3.5 Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Front Loading Washer

Finished Basement

  • English Basement
  • Heated Basement
  • Connecting Stairway
  • Front and Rear Basement Entry
  • Space For Rooms

Home Security

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Wind Turbine Power

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Wall Furnace
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Public Septic

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 655
  • Assessor Parcel Number 2677//0655

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Columbia Heights Subdivision

Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,679

Year Built

Built in 1908 | Remodeled in 2015

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Federal
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2015-10-03
  • Year Built: 1908
  • Year Renovated: 2015
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Washer/Dryer Hookups Only, Dishwasher, Dryer, Energy Star Refrigerator, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Gourmet, Breakfast Area, Primary Bath(s), Built-Ins, Crown Moldings, Wood Floors, Floor Plan - Traditional
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow, Skylights, Wood Frame, Casement
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall, Masonry
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room List: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Family Room, Study, In-Law/AuPair/Suite, Laundry, Mud Room, Utility Room
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Front Entrance, Rear Entrance, Outside Entrance, Fully Finished, Improved, Heated, Space For Rooms, English
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 2472
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2472
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 303.20
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2472
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Unknown, Asphalt
  • 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: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
  • Heating Type: Radiator, Wall Unit
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Septic
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Green Features

  • Green Power: Wind Turbine(s) Leased
  • Green Verification: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 317090.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 233350.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.03
  • Lot Size Area: 1469
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1469.00
  • Property Attached Yn: Yes
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Soil Types: Urban Land-Beltsville-Chillum
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Total Actual Rent: 4500.00
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16039150
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4678.74
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2677//0655
  • Tax Lot: 655
  • Tax Year: 2014

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 2, 2015
Closed on
Nov 10, 2015
Sold by
Ingebretsen Edward J and Doud Timothy Alan
Bought by
Legraverend Germain and Khaled Jihane Ben
Seller's Agent
Edward Ingebretsen
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Edward Ingebretsen
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$749,500
Sold Price
$845,000
Premium/Discount to List
$95,500
12.74%
Current Estimated Value
$1,013,436

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$168,436
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.84%
Original Mortgage
$676,000
Outstanding Balance
$530,240
Interest Rate
3.79%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$483,196

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 24, 2005
Sold by
Grimes Nicole Willis
Bought by
Ingebretsen Edward

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$440,000
Interest Rate
5.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 23, 2003
Sold by
Dryden Ryan Lewis
Bought by
Willis Grimes Nicole A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$337,500
Interest Rate
5.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 12, 1999
Sold by
Bulson John S
Bought by
1537 Monroe Street L Lc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 10, 1994
Sold by
Wexler Nancy S
Bought by
Dotson Jeffrey L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$97,850
Interest Rate
8.29%
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
Legraverend Germain $845,000 None Available
Ingebretsen Edward $550,000 --
Willis Grimes Nicole A $450,000 --
1537 Monroe Street L Lc $120,150 --
Dotson Jeffrey L $103,093 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Legraverend Germain $676,000
Previous Owner Ingebretsen Edward $440,000
Previous Owner Willis Grimes Nicole A $337,500
Previous Owner Dotson Jeffrey L $97,850
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/10/2015 11/10/15 Sold $845,000 +12.7% $342 / Sq Ft
10/08/2015 10/08/15 Pending -- -- --
10/02/2015 10/02/15 For Sale $749,500 -- $303 / 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 $7,626 $986,970 $475,810 $511,160
2024 $7,581 $978,960 $468,670 $510,290
2023 $7,407 $955,410 $463,970 $491,440
2022 $7,175 $922,870 $448,350 $474,520
2021 $7,132 $915,390 $441,710 $473,680
2020 $7,045 $904,470 $431,900 $472,570
2019 $6,731 $866,710 $417,550 $449,160
2018 $6,623 $852,470 $0 $0
2017 $6,233 $805,800 $0 $0
2016 $5,043 $664,940 $0 $0
2015 $5,407 $636,130 $0 $0
2014 $4,679 $550,440 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Edward Ingebretsen

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Edward Ingebretsen

    Long & Foster

    (202) 445-0366

    1 Total Sale

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1001351783

Bright MLS

APN: 2677-0655

District of Columbia District of Columbia County Washington 20010 Columbia Heights

1537 Monroe St NW, Washington, DC

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