NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,570,000 - $2,530,000

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,091 Sq Ft
$549/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 18, 2020

Last sale price $1,950,000 $477 Per Sq Ft

Est. 15% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,597/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Gourmet Galley Kitchen
  • Traditional Architecture
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Stoddert Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 4-minute walk to Bryce Park

About This Home

As of December 2020

Located in the desirable neighborhood of Observatory Circle/Cathedral Heights, this early-20th century home has been completely updated from top to bottom and has moved effortlessly into our 21st century lifestyle, all while retaining its original charm. In the shadow of The National Cathedral and minutes away from Wisconsin & Massachusetts Avenues, it's walk-ability and convenience index (for a Purchaser seeking access to an excellent variety of schools, parks, shops, businesses, and fine dining) makes this an easy choice. Perfect for gracious living and entertaining, this elegant home checks all the right boxes. The main level features a Living Room w/ wood-burning fireplace, gourmet Kitchen, Dining Area overlooking the rear Garden and Powder Room. The 2nd level features a Master Suite w/ Water Works Bathroom, 2 Bedrooms w/ en-suite Baths and a Laundry Room. The 3rd level has 2 additional Bedrooms and Hall Bath. The lower level offers a 5th Bedroom, 4th Bathroom, a large Family Room w/ gas fireplace, Wet Bar, and Storage Room. All guest bathrooms feature Restoration Hardware products; hardwood floors can be found throughout the home. The property is completed w/ a covered Front Porch, a rear Flagstone Patio with pergola, Rear Garden and off-street 2-car Flagstone parking pad.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marc Bertinelli

Washington Fine Properties, LLC License #0225198571 Listed on: 11/04/2020

Washington Fine Properties, LLC

Co-Listed By

Marc Satrazemis

Washington Fine Properties, LLC License #SP89531

Last Buyer's Agent

Marco Stilli

TTR Sotheby's International Realty License #616140

TTR Sotheby's International Realty

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,143

Year Built

  • Built in 1927 | Remodeled in 2017

Lot Details

  • 3,900 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is in very good condition

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slate Roof
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Crown Molding
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Galley Kitchen
  • Built-In Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Basement with some natural light

Parking

  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Surface Parking

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Observatory Circle Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 49
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1813//0049

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,143

Year Built

Built in 1927 | Remodeled in 2017

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Year Renovated: 2017
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Located in the desirable neighborhood of Observatory Circle/Cathedral Heights, this early-20th century home has been completely updated from top to bottom and has moved effortlessly into our 21st century lifestyle, all while retaining its original charm. In the shadow of The National Cathedral and minutes away from Wisconsin & Massachusetts Avenues, it's walk-ability and convenience index (for a Purchaser seeking access to an excellent variety of schools, parks, shops, businesses, and fine dining) makes this an easy choice. Perfect for gracious living and entertaining, this elegant home checks all the right boxes. The main level features a Living Room w/ wood-burning fireplace, gourmet Kitchen, Dining Area overlooking the rear Garden and Powder Room. The 2nd level features a Master Suite w/ Water Works Bathroom, 2 Bedrooms w/ en-suite Baths and a Laundry Room. The 3rd level has 2 additional Bedrooms and Hall Bath. The lower level offers a 5th Bedroom, 4th Bathroom, a large Family Room w/ gas fireplace, Wet Bar, and Storage Room. All guest bathrooms feature Restoration Hardware products; hardwood floors can be found throughout the home. The property is completed w/ a covered Front Porch, a rear Flagstone Patio with pergola, Rear Garden and off-street 2-car Flagstone parking pad.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Combination Kitchen/Dining, Crown Moldings, Kitchen - Galley, Kitchen - Gourmet, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace Features: Wood, Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished, Outside Entrance, Walkout Level, Daylight, Partial
  • Basement Finished Percent: 100.00
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 4091
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 4091
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 700.98
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2846
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1245
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1245
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 2820

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • All Lower Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level 2 Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level 2 Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Roof: Slate, Rubber
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 2
  • Parking Features: Surface
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Off Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • 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: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 121140357950
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.09
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 3900.00
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Soil Types: Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
  • Year Assessed: 2020
  • Zoning: SEE PUBLIC RECORD
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 13143.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1813//0049
  • Tax Lot: 49
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 4091
  • Tax Data Updated: Yes
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Close Date: 12/18/2020

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 4, 2020
Closed on
Dec 18, 2020
Sold by
Vamberi Karen and Moore Arie
Bought by
Justus Bradley D and Justus Joelle P
Seller's Agent
Marc Bertinelli
Washington Fine Properties, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Marco Stilli
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,995,000
Sold Price
$1,950,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-2.26%
Current Estimated Value
$2,246,701

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$296,701
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.35%
Original Mortgage
$1,560,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,395,248
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$778,957

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 2018
Sold by
Kaplan Paul
Bought by
Vamberi Karen and Moore Aric

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$850,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 1, 2016
Closed on
Dec 23, 2016
Sold by
Panagakos Demetra
Bought by
Kaplan Paul
Seller's Agent
Robert Sanders
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Brent Jackson
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,199,000
Sold Price
$1,150,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,000
-4.09%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.62%
Original Mortgage
$920,000
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Justus Bradley D $1,950,000 None Available
Vamberi Karen $1,150,000 Federal Title & Escrow Co
Kaplan Paul $1,150,000 Federal Title & Escrow Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Justus Bradley D $1,560,000
Previous Owner Vamberi Karen $841,000
Previous Owner Vamberi Karen $850,000
Previous Owner Kaplan Paul $920,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/18/2020 12/18/20 Sold $1,950,000 -2.3% $477 / Sq Ft
11/07/2020 11/07/20 Pending -- -- --
11/04/2020 11/04/20 For Sale $1,995,000 +73.5% $488 / Sq Ft
12/23/2016 12/23/16 Sold $1,150,000 -4.1% $584 / Sq Ft
12/01/2016 12/01/16 Pending -- -- --
12/01/2016 12/01/16 For Sale $1,199,000 -- $609 / 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 $16,267 $2,000,760 $773,800 $1,226,960
2023 $16,130 $1,981,660 $745,680 $1,235,980
2022 $15,884 $1,947,350 $742,290 $1,205,060
2021 $14,209 $2,104,580 $723,680 $1,380,900
2020 $13,143 $2,101,930 $721,030 $1,380,900
2019 $8,713 $1,099,960 $684,570 $415,390
2018 $8,688 $1,022,130 $0 $0
2017 $3,785 $963,150 $0 $0
2016 $3,579 $913,860 $0 $0
2015 $3,439 $880,470 $0 $0
2014 $3,221 $828,190 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DCDC495204

Bright MLS

APN: 1813-0049