$1,881,000
SOLD NOV 8, 2024
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,486 Sq Ft
6,131 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$540 Per Sq Ft

7% Above List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Pool
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Stoddert Elementary School Rated A
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • 4-minute walk to Guy Mason Recreation Center

About This Home

As of July 2025

Unlock the potential of this charming 1913 house, featuring a modern addition, located in the desirable Observatory Circle neighborhood, on a generous 6,131 sqft lot with alley access. This property is in need of significant rehab or can be a candidate for a complete teardown, providing you with a blank canvas to create your dream home from the ground up. The home is being sold completely as-is, allowing renovation enthusiasts or builders to envision their ideal space. Enjoy the benefits of a spacious lot, perfect for new construction or expansive outdoor living, complemented by a swimming pool that adds to the appeal of the outdoor area. Additionally, a convenient detached garage is located on-site, offering extra storage or workspace. Seize this opportunity to invest in a property with immense potential.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jonathan Taylor

TTR Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 10/04/2024

TTR Sotheby's International Realty

Co-Listed By

Maxwell Rabin

TTR Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Kyra Agarwal

Compass License #Sp200204432

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,155

Year Built

  • Built in 1913

Lot Details

  • 6,131 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned R-1B

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Rear-Facing Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Bungalow
  • Fixer Upper
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 4 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • Private Pool

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Radiator
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Observatory Circle Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 26
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1935//0026

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,155

Year Built

Built in 1913

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Craftsman
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Year Built: 1913
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Unlock the potential of this charming 1913 house, featuring a modern addition, located in the desirable Observatory Circle neighborhood, on a generous 6,131 sqft lot with alley access. This property is in need of significant rehab or can be a candidate for a complete teardown, providing you with a blank canvas to create your dream home from the ground up. The home is being sold completely as-is, allowing renovation enthusiasts or builders to envision their ideal space. Enjoy the benefits of a spacious lot, perfect for new construction or expansive outdoor living, complemented by a swimming pool that adds to the appeal of the outdoor area. Additionally, a convenient detached garage is located on-site, offering extra storage or workspace. Seize this opportunity to invest in a property with immense potential.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Primary Bath(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 4
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 4396
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3486
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 517.45
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3382
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 104
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 910
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1014
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 2604

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Rear Entry
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Wall Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Hot Water, Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • 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: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 121140357950
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6131.00
  • Property Condition: Major Rehab Needed
  • Soil Types: Chillum-Urban Land Complex
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: R-1B
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 15155.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1935//0026
  • Tax Lot: 26
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 3742
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Close Date: 11/08/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 4, 2024
Closed on
Oct 31, 2024
Sold by
Alice Denney Trust and Denney Jill
Bought by
Weinstein Kenneth and Weinstein Susan
Seller's Agent
Jonathan Taylor
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kyra Agarwal
Compass
List Price
$1,750,000
Sold Price
$1,881,000
Premium/Discount to List
$131,000
7.49%
Views
45

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.21%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 21, 2023
Sold by
Mccauley Denney Alice
Bought by
Alice Denney Trust
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $1,881,000 First American Title Insurance
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/18/2025 07/18/25 Sold $1,656,250 -12.6% $734 / Sq Ft
06/04/2025 06/04/25 Pending -- -- --
05/22/2025 05/22/25 For Sale $1,895,000 +0.7% $840 / Sq Ft
11/08/2024 11/08/24 Sold $1,881,000 +7.5% $540 / Sq Ft
10/09/2024 10/09/24 Pending -- -- --
10/04/2024 10/04/24 For Sale $1,750,000 -- $502 / 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 $15,509 $1,824,560 $1,020,140 $804,420
2023 $15,155 $1,782,890 $983,040 $799,850
2022 $7,063 $1,740,540 $978,750 $761,790
2021 $6,369 $1,574,880 $954,230 $620,650
2020 $6,260 $1,548,610 $942,460 $606,150
2019 $6,162 $1,524,770 $902,670 $622,100
2018 $6,080 $1,503,870 $0 $0
2017 $5,845 $1,447,820 $0 $0
2016 $5,625 $1,395,290 $0 $0
2015 $5,440 $1,351,500 $0 $0
2014 $5,227 $1,300,130 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DCDC2162778

Bright MLS

APN: 1935-0026