$1,400,000
SOLD OCT 19, 2018

531 2nd St SE Washington, DC 20003

Capitol Hill Neighborhood
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,187 Sq Ft
945 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$640 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

Highlights

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wood Flooring
  • Brent Elementary School Rated A
  • Federal Architecture
  • 2-minute walk to Providence Park

About This Home

As of September 2020

531 2ND-HOME FOR ANOTHER 100 YEARS!..HISTORIC FACADE ,COMPLETELY REBUILT interior w/ A++materials , BOSCH ,GOURMET KITCH, Dr/LR ,FAM RM MAIN , ENSUITE MASTER + 2 BDRMS .& FB , W/D LEVEL 3, LL IN INLAW SUITE- 2ND FAM /RM ,FB + BDRM . FRT +R PATIOS Steps to Garfield Park, 0.3 mi to Whole Foods, 0.4, 0.5 & 0.6 mI to South Cap, Eastern Market Metro, Eastern Market,!minutes to Wharf, Stadium & more !

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ellen Klein

Compass Listed on: 09/20/2018

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

David Getson

Compass

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Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,406

Year Built

  • Built in 1907

Lot Details

  • 945 Sq Ft Lot
  • Two or More Common Walls

Home Design

  • Federal Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wet Bar
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Low Emissivity Windows
  • Insulated Windows
  • Wood Frame Window
  • Window Screens
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Freezer
  • Ice Maker
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Instant Hot Water

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 3.5 Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Front Loading Dryer
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer

Finished Basement

  • Connecting Stairway
  • Rear Basement Entry
  • Natural lighting in basement

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Rented or Permit Required

Eco-Friendly Details

  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment for Heating

Schools

  • Brent Elementary School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Capitol Hill Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 143
  • Assessor Parcel Number 0736//0143

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,406

Year Built

Built in 1907

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Federal
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2018-09-20
  • Year Built: 1907
  • Remarks Public: 531 2ND-HOME FOR ANOTHER 100 YEARS!..HISTORIC FACADE ,COMPLETELY REBUILT interior w/ A++materials , BOSCH ,GOURMET KITCH, Dr/LR ,FAM RM MAIN , ENSUITE MASTER + 2 BDRMS .& FB , W/D LEVEL 3, LL IN INLAW SUITE- 2ND FAM /RM ,FB + BDRM . FRT +R PATIOS Steps to Garfield Park, 0.3 mi to Whole Foods, 0.4, 0.5 & 0.6 mI to South Cap, Eastern Market Metro, Eastern Market,!minutes to Wharf, Stadium & more !
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Washer/Dryer Hookups Only, Energy Star Clothes Washer, Energy Star Dishwasher, Energy Star Freezer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven - Self Cleaning, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer - Front Loading
  • Interior Amenities: Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Breakfast Area, Combination Dining/Living, Primary Bath(s), Wet/Dry Bar, Wood Floors, Floor Plan - Open
  • Window Features: Insulated, Low-E, Screens, Skylights, Wood Frame
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
  • Door Features: Energy Star Qualified Door(s)
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Rear Entrance, Connecting Stairway, Daylight, Full, Fully Finished
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 2187
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2187
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 925.93
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1458
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 729
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 729
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 531

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • 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
  • Parking Features: Rented/Permit Required
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Cooling Type: Energy Star Cooling System, Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Energy Star Heating System, Central, Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Instant Hot Water, Electric
  • 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
  • Elementary School: BRENT
  • School District Key: 121140357950
  • Elementary School: BRENT

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 378260.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 421720.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Size Area: 945
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 945.00
  • Soil Types: Unknown
  • Year Assessed: 2017
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 15984986
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6406.23
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0736//0143
  • Tax Lot: 143
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1458
  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Close Date: 10/19/2018

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 1, 2020
Closed on
Sep 22, 2020
Sold by
Herzig David Warren
Bought by
Toney Drake P and Rupert Jacqueline M
Seller's Agent
Brent Jackson
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jason Cheperdak
Samson Properties
List Price
$1,398,500
Sold Price
$1,335,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$63,500
-4.54%
Total Days on Market
0
Current Estimated Value
$1,460,588

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$125,588
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.92%
Original Mortgage
$1,289,176
Outstanding Balance
$1,159,534
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$301,054

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 20, 2018
Closed on
Oct 22, 2018
Sold by
Ghamarian Yalda K and Ghamarian Ahmad
Bought by
Herzig David Warren
Seller's Agent
Ellen Klein
Compass
Buyer's Agent
David Getson
Compass
List Price
$1,350,000
Sold Price
$1,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,000
3.7%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.43%
Original Mortgage
$1,176,400
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 19, 2016
Closed on
Apr 20, 2017
Sold by
The Estate Of Alice Goodman Gause
Bought by
Ghamarian Yalda K and Ghamarian Kia K
Seller's Agent
Kiesett Collier-Newton
Calla Brown Realty
Buyer's Agent
Ellen Klein
Compass
List Price
$810,000
Sold Price
$725,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$85,000
-10.49%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
55.07%
Original Mortgage
$580,000
Interest Rate
4.21%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,335,000 Allied Title & Escrow Llc
Special Warranty Deed $1,400,000 Kvs Title Llc
Special Warranty Deed $725,000 District Titel A Corporation
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,289,176 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $1,165,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $1,176,400 New Conventional
Previous Owner $580,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/22/2020 09/22/20 Sold $1,335,000 0.0% $640 / Sq Ft
08/04/2020 08/04/20 Pending -- -- --
07/28/2020 07/28/20 Off Market $1,335,000 -- --
07/20/2020 07/20/20 Price Changed $1,350,000 -3.5% $647 / Sq Ft
07/01/2020 07/01/20 For Sale $1,398,500 -0.1% $670 / Sq Ft
10/19/2018 10/19/18 Sold $1,400,000 +3.7% $640 / Sq Ft
09/20/2018 09/20/18 Pending -- -- --
09/20/2018 09/20/18 For Sale $1,350,000 +86.2% $617 / Sq Ft
04/20/2017 04/20/17 Sold $725,000 -4.6% $497 / Sq Ft
02/22/2017 02/22/17 Pending -- -- --
10/28/2016 10/28/16 Price Changed $760,000 -6.2% $521 / Sq Ft
10/21/2016 10/21/16 For Sale $810,000 0.0% $556 / Sq Ft
10/10/2016 10/10/16 Pending -- -- --
08/19/2016 08/19/16 For Sale $810,000 -- $556 / 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 $11,592 $1,450,800 $551,680 $899,120
2023 $11,222 $1,404,210 $531,070 $873,140
2022 $39,334 $1,356,170 $498,560 $857,610
2021 $10,417 $1,301,820 $488,690 $813,130
2020 $10,190 $1,274,510 $471,990 $802,520
2019 $7,864 $1,238,820 $444,450 $794,370
2018 $6,176 $799,980 $0 $0
2017 $2,847 $789,900 $0 $0
2016 $2,591 $750,260 $0 $0
2015 $2,356 $712,060 $0 $0
2014 $2,147 $673,440 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Brent Jackson

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Brent Jackson

    TTR Sotheby's International Realty

    (202) 263-9200

    28 in this area

    298 Total Sales

    Brent Jackson
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  • Robert Sanders

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Robert Sanders

    TTR Sotheby's International Realty

    (202) 744-6463

    24 in this area

    348 Total Sales

    Robert Sanders
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  • Jason Cheperdak

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Jason Cheperdak

    Samson Properties

    (571) 400-1266

    22 in this area

    1,546 Total Sales

    Jason Cheperdak
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  • Ellen Klein

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Ellen Klein

    Compass

    (202) 271-1233

    5 in this area

    42 Total Sales

    Ellen Klein
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    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    David Getson

    Compass

    (202) 705-8800

    5 in this area

    177 Total Sales

    David Getson
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1005357254

Bright MLS

APN: 0736-0143

District of Columbia District of Columbia County Washington 20003 Capitol Hill

531 2nd St SE, Washington, DC

This home is located at 531 2nd St SE, Washington, DC 20003 and is currently priced at $1,400,000, approximately $640 per square foot. This property was built in 1907. 531 2nd St SE is a home located in District of Columbia with nearby schools including Brent Elementary School, Jefferson Middle School Academy, and Eastern High School.

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