Seller's Agent in 2025
Rachel Levey
Compass
(410) 707-0992
4 in this area
94 Total Sales
5212 Macarthur Blvd NW Washington, DC 20016
Palisades Neighborhood
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,549
Sq Ft
3,795
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
- Open Floorplan
- Wood Flooring
- Key Elementary School Rated A
- Deck
- 4-minute walk to Palisades Community Center
About This Home
As of August 2025Welcome to 5212 MacArthur Blvd, built in 1900, lovingly renovated and expanded, this home is a blissful retreat in the heart of the Palisades.
The inviting front porch leads to the main level, which features hardwood flooring, the living room flows to the dining room and continues to the stunning chef’s kitchen with stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, gas range, and custom cabinetry with plentiful storage. The kitchen’s floor to ceiling windows and french doors open up to the back deck and the beautifully landscaped yard. A pantry, coat closet, and powder room complete the main level. Upstairs the primary bedroom is a true respite, the large room opens up to a 200 sq ft private deck and has a custom walk-in closet. The primary en-suite bathroom is luxurious and modern with a wood double vanity, ceramic tile flooring, linen closet, and a walk-in shower. The washer and dryer are located in between the two bedrooms for added convenience. The second bedroom has a full en-suite bathroom with soaking tub, the design is a revamp of the classic white subway and hexagon floor tiles. The basement has an incredible amount of storage. The current owner uses the space as a home gym. There are two off-street parking spaces next to the home. This is a truly unbeatable location, you can watch the 4th of July Parade from your front porch. Nestled among all the city living essentials along MacArthur Boulevard, three blocks from the Palisades Recreation Center, four blocks from Key Elementary, and less than a mile to Battery Kimble Park, Palisades Library, the year-round Sunday Farmers Market, and the many highly acclaimed restaurants and shops.
*Tax record square footage does not reflect the addition in 2021*
Kitchen renovation and addition (2021), back deck and second floor deck (2021), primary bathroom addition (2021), electrical heavy up (2021), new roof (2021), landscaping (2021), new washer/dryer and relocation (2021), second full bathroom renovation (2023), new siding (2023), new Pella windows (2023).
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(410) 707-0992 rachel.levey@compass.com Compass License #SP98371969 Listed on: 05/13/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
(443) 465-3638 sellwithsab@gmail.com TTR Sotheby's International Realty License #0225242177
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,858
Year Built
- Built in 1900 | Remodeled in 2021
Lot Details
- 3,795 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is in very good condition
- Property is zoned R-1B
Home Design
- Permanent Foundation
- Poured Concrete
Interior Spaces
- Property has 3 Levels
- Open Floorplan
- Crown Molding
- Wainscoting
- Recessed Lighting
- Window Treatments
- Formal Dining Room
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Gas Oven or Range
- Stove
- Built-In Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Connecting Stairway
- Interior Basement Entry
- Water Proofing System
- Sump Pump
Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces
- 2 Driveway Spaces
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck
- Exterior Lighting
- Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Palisades Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 48
- Assessor Parcel Number 1417//0048
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 9, 2012
Closed on
Jun 15, 2012
Sold by
Greenleaf Llc
Bought by
Shoudt Erin M
Seller's Agent
Bill Sawyer
William Sawyer & Company
Buyer's Agent
Pat Cunningham
Compass
List Price
$769,000
Sold Price
$695,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$74,000
-9.62%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$179,000
Original Mortgage
$625,500
Outstanding Balance
$433,697
Interest Rate
3.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 29, 2011
Sold by
Hosford Matthew
Bought by
Greenleaf Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 1, 2002
Sold by
Cipriani Christal H
Bought by
Hosford Diana R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,700
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $695,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $550,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $423,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $625,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $300,700 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/04/2025 08/04/25 | Sold | $1,290,000 | -2.6% | $833 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/01/2025 06/01/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/13/2025 05/13/25 | For Sale | $1,325,000 | 0.0% | $855 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/25/2023 10/25/23 | Rented | $6,000 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 09/27/2023 09/27/23 | For Rent | $6,000 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 06/15/2012 06/15/12 | Sold | $695,000 | -2.1% | $592 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/15/2012 05/15/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/07/2012 05/07/12 | Price Changed | $710,000 | -7.7% | $605 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/09/2012 04/09/12 | For Sale | $769,000 | -- | $655 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $6,354 | $823,220 | $499,750 | $323,470 |
| 2019 | -- | $809,390 | $488,730 | $320,660 |
| 2018 | -- | $791,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | -- | $771,270 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | -- | $749,120 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | -- | $727,240 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $706,430 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Rachel Levey
-
Sabrina Oropeza
S
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Sabrina Oropeza
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
(443) 465-3638
2 in this area
43 Total Sales
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datacorrect BrightMLS
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Buyer's Agent in 2023
datacorrect BrightMLS
Non Subscribing Office
-
Bill Sawyer
Seller's Agent in 2012
Bill Sawyer
William Sawyer & Company
(202) 438-1143
3 Total Sales
-
Kevin Wood
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2012
Kevin Wood
Real Living at Home
(202) 297-9753
54 Total Sales
-
Pat Cunningham
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Pat Cunningham
Compass
(571) 259-1310
1 in this area
79 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: DCDC2200466
APN: 1417-0833
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