NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3928 Ames St NE Washington, DC 20019

Benning Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $422,714 - $497,000

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,267 Sq Ft
$365/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: January 18, 2012

Last sale price $250,000 $197 Per Sq Ft

Est. 85% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,849 / mo

43 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Space For Rooms
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Breakfast Area or Nook

About This Home

As of January 2012

This is an Orchid Property! Renovated 4 level semi-detached home on terrific block. Nestled between 2 subway stations and immediate access to the Hill and burbs. New upscale kitchen and renovated baths. 2 master bedroom suites, full finished basement with access to level rear and side yards. Serene covered front porch, gorgeous hardwood flooring, practical open spaces.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Terrence Brown

(202) 545-6900 terry@dcmetroproperty.com Compass License #AB100148 Listed on: 10/31/2011

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Barbara Elliott

(240) 724-6550 bell332@aol.com Samson Properties License #SP00092947

Samson Properties

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,211

Year Built

  • Built in 1941 | Remodeled in 2011

Lot Details

  • 3,552 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is in very good condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Dining Area
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Galley Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Connecting Stairway
  • Front and Rear Basement Entry
  • Space For Rooms
  • Basement Windows

Home Security

  • Window Bars
  • Home Security System
  • Security Gate
  • Motion Detectors

Outdoor Features

  • Brick Porch or Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 835
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5049//0835

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,211

Year Built

Built in 1941 | Remodeled in 2011

Lot Details

3,552 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Lower 2, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Year Renovated: 2011
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Washer/Dryer Hookups Only, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Galley, Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: No
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Front Entrance, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Daylight, Partial, Full, Fully Finished, Heated, Improved, Space For Rooms, Walkout Stairs, Windows
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Construction Completed: 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
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Baseboard, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Motion Detectors, Security Gate, Window Grills, Smoke Detector, Security System
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 88230.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 136330.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.08
  • Lot Size Area: 3552
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 3552.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Brick, Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Soil Types: Urban Land-Cristiana-Sunnysider
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16082815
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2211.36
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5049//0835
  • Tax Lot: 835
  • Tax Year: 2010

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 31, 2011
Closed on
Jan 17, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Terrence Brown
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Barbara Elliott
Samson Properties
List Price
$250,000
Sold Price
$250,000
Current Estimated Value
$462,429

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$212,429
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.37%
Original Mortgage
$243,662
Outstanding Balance
$165,557
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$296,872

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 16, 2011
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$143,170
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 12, 1996
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$50,000
Interest Rate
8.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$250,000 --
$132,500 --
$45,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $243,662
Previous Owner $143,170
Previous Owner $50,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/18/2012 01/18/12 Sold $250,000 0.0% $197 / Sq Ft
12/13/2011 12/13/11 Pending -- -- --
10/31/2011 10/31/11 For Sale $250,000 -- $197 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History

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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 $4,251 $500,170 $161,260 $338,910
2024 $4,231 $497,800 $157,210 $340,590
2023 $4,084 $480,510 $151,850 $328,660
2022 $3,835 $451,200 $148,940 $302,260
2021 $3,649 $429,300 $146,770 $282,530
2020 $3,451 $405,980 $139,170 $266,810
2019 $3,198 $376,250 $136,150 $240,100
2018 $2,910 $342,310 $0 $0
2017 $2,655 $312,320 $0 $0
2016 $2,539 $298,720 $0 $0
2015 $2,239 $263,440 $0 $0
2014 $2,020 $237,600 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Terrence Brown

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Terrence Brown

    Compass

    (202) 607-8888

    51 Total Sales

    Terrence Brown
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    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Barbara Elliott

    Samson Properties

    (301) 332-9147

    9 Total Sales

    Barbara Elliott
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1004629086

Bright MLS

APN: 5049-0835

District of Columbia District of Columbia County Washington 20019 Benning

3928 Ames St NE, Washington, DC

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