NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2117 Observatory Place NW Washington, DC 20007

Glover Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,163,000 - $1,322,373

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,116 Sq Ft
$1,141/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 20, 2015

Last sale price $839,000 $752 Per Sq Ft

Est. 52% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,381/month

Highlights

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Federal Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Stoddert Elementary School Rated A
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Upgraded Countertops

About This Home

As of October 2015

Spacious sun-filled end unit w/est.1620 total sf; 3BR, 3FBs! Lrg custom kit w/granite & stnl stl app, fpl. Custom pantry & laundry alcove. Lrg wndws w/shutters.Custom blt-ins & recssd lghtng in LR. Lovely Frnch drs to study/guest rm. UpprLvl BA w/ skylght. Ceilng fans. Fencd-in patio Grt Location! Quiet & walkable! 1 blk fr trails & D2 Bus.Wlk to Wholefoods & Circulator.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lenore Rubino

(202) 262-1261 lenore.rubino@wfp.com Washington Fine Properties, LLC License #SP98360871 Listed on: 09/02/2015

Washington Fine Properties, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Gailey

(240) 393-2717 michael.gailey@compass.com Compass License #0225229052

Compass

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,911

Year Built

  • Built in 1937

Lot Details

  • 1,349 Sq Ft Lot
  • 1 Common Wall
  • Property is in very good condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Federal Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Window Treatments

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Upgraded Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Connecting Stairway
  • Rear Basement Entry
  • Natural lighting in basement

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Radiator
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Glover Park Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1198
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1301//1198

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,911

Year Built

Built in 1937

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: End Of Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Federal
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1937
  • Remarks Public: Spacious sun-filled end unit w/est.1620 total sf; 3BR, 3FBs! Lrg custom kit w/granite & stnl stl app, fpl. Custom pantry & laundry alcove. Lrg wndws w/shutters.Custom blt-ins & recssd lghtng in LR. Lovely Frnch drs to study/guest rm. UpprLvl BA w/ skylght. Ceilng fans. Fencd-in patio Grt Location! Quiet & walkable! 1 blk fr trails & D2 Bus.Wlk to Wholefoods & Circulator.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Gourmet, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Upgraded Countertops, Window Treatments, Floor Plan - Traditional
  • Fireplace Features: Mantel(s)
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Common Walls: 1 Common Wall
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Daylight, Full, Fully Finished, Heated, Improved
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 2117

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Pool Private: No
  • 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: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • 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

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 357290.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 338150.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.03
  • Lot Size Area: 1349
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1349.00
  • Property Attached Yn: Yes
  • 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: 16005725
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5911.24
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1301//1198
  • Tax Lot: 1198
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1674
  • Tax Year: 2014
  • Close Date: 10/20/2015

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 2, 2015
Closed on
Oct 20, 2015
Sold by
Wells John C and Wells Elizabeth M
Bought by
Gailey Michael and Gailey Jessica M
Seller's Agent
Lenore Rubino
Washington Fine Properties, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Michael Gailey
Compass
List Price
$849,000
Sold Price
$839,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-1.18%
Current Estimated Value
$1,273,093

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$434,093
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.25%
Original Mortgage
$671,200
Outstanding Balance
$528,452
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$744,641

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 27, 2006
Sold by
Heilizer Anthony J
Bought by
Wells John C and Wells,Elizabeth M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$724,375
Interest Rate
6.34%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 21, 1997
Sold by
Fowler Jane P and Fowler Thomas A
Bought by
Helitzer Anthony J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$131,250
Interest Rate
7.68%
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
Gailey Michael $839,000 None Available
Wells John C $762,500 --
Helitzer Anthony J $187,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gailey Michael $671,200
Previous Owner Wells John C $724,375
Previous Owner Helitzer Anthony J $131,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/20/2015 10/20/15 Sold $839,000 -1.2% $752 / Sq Ft
09/22/2015 09/22/15 Pending -- -- --
09/02/2015 09/02/15 For Sale $849,000 -- $761 / 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 $7,815 $1,006,480 $564,480 $442,000
2023 $7,557 $973,060 $543,810 $429,250
2022 $7,241 $930,630 $524,400 $406,230
2021 $7,172 $920,170 $521,790 $398,380
2020 $7,058 $906,030 $512,580 $393,450
2019 $6,816 $876,710 $494,420 $382,290
2018 $6,641 $854,650 $0 $0
2017 $6,449 $831,160 $0 $0
2016 $5,745 $747,600 $0 $0
2015 $6,002 $706,130 $0 $0
2014 $5,911 $695,440 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Lenore Rubino

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Lenore Rubino

    Washington Fine Properties, LLC

    (202) 262-1261

    17 in this area

    111 Total Sales

    Lenore Rubino
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  • Michael Gailey

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Michael Gailey

    Compass

    (240) 393-2717

    3 in this area

    151 Total Sales

    Michael Gailey
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1001349217

Bright MLS

APN: 1301-1198

District of Columbia District of Columbia County Washington 20007 Glover Park

2117 Observatory Place NW, Washington, DC

This home is located at 2117 Observatory Place NW, Washington, DC 20007 since 02 September 2015 and is currently estimated at $1,273,093, approximately $1,140 per square foot. This property was built in 1937. 2117 Observatory Place NW is a home located in District of Columbia with nearby schools including Stoddert Elementary School, Hardy Middle School, and Jackson Reed High School.

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