$399,999
SOLD OCT 3, 2025
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,602 Sq Ft
2,381 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$250 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

26 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Hot Water Heating System

About This Home

As of October 2025

Unique Washington, DC Development Opportunity: 2 Homes for 1 Price!

The list PRICE REPRESENTS THE OPENING OFFER AMOUNT. AGENTS - PLEASE VIEW AGENT REMARKS IN BRIGHT MLS.

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Offers will be accepted through Monday, September 22, 2025, at 5:00 pm.

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Address: 4839 Jay Street NE, Washington, DC 20019
Includes: Existing Home + Two Additional Buildable Lots
Total Land Area: Approx. 11,524 sq ft (Combined)
Zoning: R-2 (Residential, Semi/Detached)
Ideal for: Developers & FHA 203(k) Homebuyers

At-A-Glance
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own not just a home, but a future development site. For one bundled price, you get:

A classic 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom detached home on two lots (0032 & 0033)
Two adjacent vacant lots (0034 & 0801) zoned R-2 and ready for new construction
A combined assemblage totaling over 11,500 sq ft of land
Perfect for new builds, additions, guest homes, or long-term investments
Located in sought-after Deanwood, one of DC’s most promising growth zones

Existing Home — 4839 Jay Street NE
Type: Detached, 2-story + Basement
Bedrooms/Baths: 3 BR / 2 BA
Living Area: 1,200–1,602 sq ft
Lot Size: 4,762 sq ft
Year Built: 1924
Features: Brick exterior, original hardwoods, hot water heating
Condition: Livable and eligible for FHA 203(k) renovation financing
With some updates and TLC, this home has fantastic value-add potential—perfect for a homebuyer looking to build equity or an investor seeking returns.

Vacant Lots — Jay Street NE (Lots 0034 & 0801)
Zoning: R-2 (Low-Density Residential)
Size: Combined approx. 6,762 sq ft
Zoning Potential: Detached or Semi-Detached Homes
Build Guidelines:
Minimum Lot Area: 4,000 sq ft
Max Height: 40 ft (3 stories)
Max Lot Occupancy: 40%
Setbacks: 20 ft rear, 8 ft side
Developers can build new housing in a neighborhood that is already experiencing growth and revitalization. The site offers flexible configurations and excellent scale possibilities.

Development + Financing Scenarios
For Developers:

Build & Sell: Construct 1–2 new homes next to an income-producing unit
Live & Build: Renovate the main house and develop additional lots in phases
For FHA 203(k) Buyers:

Finance Renovations: Use HUD’s renovation program to upgrade the existing home
Future Expansion: One loan can fund purchase and renovation, or even site work on adjacent lots

Location Highlights:
Minutes to Minnesota Ave & Benning Road Metro Stations
Easy commute to Capitol Hill or downtown DC
Nearby amenities: Marvin Gaye Park, Deanwood Library, schools, & shopping
Located on a quiet, residential block with upward neighborhood trends
One Property. Two Houses. Limitless Potential.
Whether you're a developer seeking new build opportunities or a homebuyer ready to design your dream home with expansion potential, this property delivers uncommon flexibility and long-term upside.

Two houses for the price of one. Renovate and build your future.

Schedule a Tour or Strategy Consult Today!
Anthony R. Bolling, JD, CCIM
Associate Broker | Keller Williams Preferred Properties
Let’s explore how your next home—or investment—starts right here on Jay Street NE.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Anthony Bolling

(240) 339-6979 anthony@anthonybollinggroup.com Keller Williams Preferred Properties Listed on: 08/28/2025

Keller Williams Preferred Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Chris Jameson

(202) 386-8584 chris.jameson@compass.com Compass License #SP200201806

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $588

Year Built

  • Built in 1924

Lot Details

  • 2,381 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Connecting Stairway

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Schools

  • Houston Elementary School
  • Kelly Miller Middle School
  • H.D. Woodson High School

Utilities

  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Deanwood Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 33
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5149//0033

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$588

Year Built

Built in 1924

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Unfinished
  • Total Sq Ft: 1824
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1602
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 291.67
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1200
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 402
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 222
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 624
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • 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: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • 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

  • Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: HOUSTON
  • High School: H.D. WOODSON
  • Middle Or Junior School: KELLY MILLER

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2381.00
  • Soil Types: Unknown
  • Zoning: R
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 588.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5149//0033
  • Tax Lot: 33
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 28, 2025
Closed on
Oct 3, 2025
Sold by
Myers Alicia M and Lynch Alice A
Bought by
Fischman Debra
Seller's Agent
Anthony Bolling
Keller Williams Preferred Properties
Buyer's Agent
Chris Jameson
Compass
List Price
$425,000
Sold Price
$400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-5.88%
Views
54
Current Estimated Value
$374,792

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$25,208
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-36.50%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $399,999 Westcor Land Title Insurance C
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/03/2025 10/03/25 Sold $400,000 +14.3% $250 / Sq Ft
09/23/2025 09/23/25 Pending -- -- --
09/02/2025 09/02/25 Price Changed $350,000 -17.6% $218 / Sq Ft
08/28/2025 08/28/25 For Sale $425,000 -- $265 / 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
2025 $588 $325,410 $136,530 $188,880
2024 $588 $318,070 $133,100 $184,970
2023 $589 $306,890 $130,170 $176,720
2022 $600 $274,570 $128,670 $145,900
2021 $581 $262,320 $126,790 $135,530
2020 $556 $256,590 $124,220 $132,370
2019 $533 $232,590 $120,120 $112,470
2017 $470 $207,860 $0 $0
2016 $430 $187,710 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DCDC2217370

Bright MLS

APN: 5149-0033