Seller's Agent in 2017
Nora Burke
Corcoran McEnearney
(202) 494-1906
1 in this area
59 Total Sales
229 8th St SE Washington, DC 20003
Capitol Hill NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,050,000 - $1,251,000
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,368
Sq Ft
$836/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Federal Architecture
- 3-minute walk to Eastern Market
- No HOA
- Brent Elementary School Rated A
- 1 Fireplace
- 4-minute walk to Eastern Market Metro Park
About This Home
As of October 2017Unbeatable location just steps to Eastern market. Detached federal w/2 BRs, 1.5 updated baths, renovated kitchen with SS appliances, open to sunroom. Flooded w/ natural light from skylights & french drs. Living room with fp & built-ins; sep DR, kitchen w/plenty of cabinets and sunroom with glass doors across 2 sides Private patio w/ mature landscaping and ** 2 CAR GARAGE** MUST SEE
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(202) 494-1906 nora@noraburke.com Corcoran McEnearney License #SP98488 Listed on: 09/28/2017
Last Buyer's Agent
(703) 310-6800 swildberger@ttrsir.com TTR Sotheby's International Realty License #661641
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,547
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 2,380 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Property is in very good condition
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Federal Architecture
- Wood Siding
- Shingle Siding
Interior Spaces
- Property has 2 Levels
- Built-In Features
- 1 Fireplace
- Screen For Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Stacked Washer and Dryer
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Gas Oven or Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1.5 Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Schools
- Brent Elementary School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Electric Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Capitol Hill Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 38
- Assessor Parcel Number 0900//0038
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 13, 2024
Sold by
English Melissa A and Murphy Sean K
Bought by
Murphy English Living Trust and English
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 28, 2017
Closed on
Oct 29, 2017
Sold by
The Estate Of Mary R Wadleigh
Bought by
English Melissa A and Murphy Sean K
Seller's Agent
Nora Burke
Corcoran McEnearney
Buyer's Agent
Sharon Wildberger
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$840,000
Sold Price
$881,229
Premium/Discount to List
$41,229
4.91%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.21%
Original Mortgage
$832,250
Interest Rate
3.83%
Mortgage Type
VA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 28, 2006
Sold by
Mitchell Anthony P
Bought by
Wadleigh Mary R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$614,000
Interest Rate
6.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 29, 2004
Sold by
Houck Stuart
Bought by
Mitchell Anthony
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$479,250
Interest Rate
6.33%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 5, 2001
Sold by
Sparks Katherine Sullivan
Bought by
Houck Stuart D
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
7%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 8, 1997
Sold by
Eggers Eva V Will Of
Bought by
Sparks Katherine S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$159,200
Interest Rate
7.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murphy English Living Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| English Melissa A | $881,229 | Kvs Title Llc | |
| Wadleigh Mary R | $767,500 | -- | |
| Mitchell Anthony | $639,000 | -- | |
| Houck Stuart D | $359,000 | -- | |
| Sparks Katherine S | $199,000 | Island Title Corp |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | English Melissa A | $832,250 | |
| Previous Owner | Wadleigh Mary R | $614,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Mitchell Anthony | $479,250 | |
| Previous Owner | Houck Stuart D | $275,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Sparks Katherine S | $159,200 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/31/2017 10/31/17 | Sold | $881,229 | +4.9% | $644 / Sq Ft |
| 10/03/2017 10/03/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/28/2017 09/28/17 | For Sale | $840,000 | -- | $614 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $9,502 | $1,207,690 | $841,620 | $366,070 |
| 2024 | $9,346 | $1,186,540 | $837,450 | $349,090 |
| 2023 | $9,218 | $1,168,430 | $831,880 | $336,550 |
| 2022 | $8,718 | $1,104,350 | $794,280 | $310,070 |
| 2021 | $8,277 | $1,080,550 | $786,420 | $294,130 |
| 2020 | $7,530 | $1,065,360 | $764,460 | $300,900 |
| 2019 | $6,852 | $881,000 | $687,700 | $193,300 |
| 2017 | $3,875 | $984,310 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $3,547 | $925,470 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Nora Burke
-
Sharon Wildberger
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Sharon Wildberger
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
(703) 310-6800
101 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1000991447
APN: 0900-0038
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