NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5238 42nd St NW Washington, DC 20015

Friendship Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,210,000 - $1,871,594

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
1,737 Sq Ft
$963/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 08, 2020

Last sale price $1,615,000 $930 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,235/month

66 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1 Fireplace
  • 5-minute walk to Friendship Heights
  • Bungalow
  • Janney Elementary School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of October 2020

In the heart of Friendship Heights minutes to shopping, American University and Bethesda is 5238 42nd Street, NW, with over 3000 sq ft of living space. Ground up development will feature 4 bedrooms on the upper level with a beautiful Master Suite and Bath. Basement will include in-law suite and full bath. The open feel of the main level connects the rooms and showcases a gorgeous chef's kitchen. A large flat, fenced backyard and outdoor space. Located a block and a half away from Wisconsin Avenue and access to shops, restaurants and Metro yet still nestled on a tranquil street.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Adam Gelb

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #SP98370283 Listed on: 03/28/2020

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Anne-Marie Finnell

TTR Sotheby's International Realty

TTR Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,885

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 5,300 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • HardiePlank Type

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Finished Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Friendship Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 14
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1665/N/0014

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,885

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: In the heart of Friendship Heights minutes to shopping, American University and Bethesda is 5238 42nd Street, NW, with over 3000 sq ft of living space. Ground up development will feature 4 bedrooms on the upper level with a beautiful Master Suite and Bath. Basement will include in-law suite and full bath. The open feel of the main level connects the rooms and showcases a gorgeous chef's kitchen. A large flat, fenced backyard and outdoor space. Located a block and a half away from Wisconsin Avenue and access to shops, restaurants and Metro yet still nestled on a tranquil street.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished, Interior Access
  • Total Sq Ft: 2024
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1737
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 1070.44
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1448
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 289
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 287
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 576
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 5238

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • All Lower Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 1
  • 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
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • 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: Hardiplank Type
  • 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: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • 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

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 238900.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 530900.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 5300.00
  • Soil Types: Unknown
  • Year Assessed: 2019
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16015014
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2885.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1665/N/0014
  • Tax Lot: 14
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1737
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Close Date: 10/08/2020

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 28, 2020
Closed on
Oct 8, 2020
Sold by
Sdr Properties Llc
Bought by
Landis Jeffrey and Chada Meaghan
Seller's Agent
Adam Gelb
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Anne-Marie Finnell
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,550,000
Sold Price
$1,615,000
Premium/Discount to List
$65,000
4.19%
Current Estimated Value
$1,673,399

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$58,399
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.64%
Original Mortgage
$1,292,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,162,074
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$503,994
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Landis Jeffrey $1,615,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Landis Jeffrey $1,292,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/08/2020 10/08/20 Sold $1,615,000 +4.2% $930 / Sq Ft
06/05/2020 06/05/20 For Sale $1,550,000 -4.0% $892 / Sq Ft
05/19/2020 05/19/20 Off Market $1,615,000 -- --
03/28/2020 03/28/20 For Sale $1,550,000 +85.6% $892 / Sq Ft
12/27/2019 12/27/19 Sold $835,000 +4.5% $481 / Sq Ft
10/24/2019 10/24/19 Pending -- -- --
10/19/2019 10/19/19 For Sale $799,000 -- $460 / 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 $14,241 $1,762,430 $643,630 $1,118,800
2023 $13,492 $1,671,320 $613,630 $1,057,690
2022 $13,039 $1,612,710 $568,370 $1,044,340
2021 $57,320 $1,488,450 $557,830 $930,620
2020 $6,543 $769,800 $530,900 $238,900
2019 $2,886 $753,900 $520,250 $233,650
2018 $2,835 $740,510 $0 $0
2017 $2,770 $724,280 $0 $0
2016 $2,627 $689,890 $0 $0
2015 $2,392 $634,250 $0 $0
2014 $4,425 $590,820 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Adam Gelb

    Long & Foster

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  • Anne-Marie Finnell

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Anne-Marie Finnell

    TTR Sotheby's International Realty

    (202) 329-7117

    6 in this area

    121 Total Sales

    Anne-Marie Finnell
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  • Avi Galanti

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Avi Galanti

    Compass

    (301) 906-4996

    240 Total Sales

    Avi Galanti
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DCDC463744

Bright MLS

APN: 1665N-0014

District of Columbia District of Columbia County Washington 20015 Friendship Heights

5238 42nd St NW, Washington, DC

This home is located at 5238 42nd St NW, Washington, DC 20015 since 28 March 2020 and is currently estimated at $1,673,399, approximately $963 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 5238 42nd St NW is a home located in District of Columbia with nearby schools including Janney Elementary School, Alice Deal Middle School, and Jackson Reed High School.

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