
539 Shepherd St NW Washington, DC 20011
Petworth NeighborhoodEstimated payment $6,260/month
Highlights
- Open Floorplan
- Wood Flooring
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Federal Architecture
- No HOA
- 5-minute walk to Grant Circle Park
About This Home
Timeless Charm Meets Modern Comfort. Thoughtfully renovated in 2013, this home maintains historic features including the original mantel, mirror, and elegant staircase wainscoting. South-facing windows flood this home with natural light while the open concept main level offers the perfect layout for entertaining—providing the comfort for a substantial dining area between a large gourmet kitchen with kitchen island, and a spacious living room.An extra deep lot offers a large, private backyard with a built-in fire pit that further adds to incredible indoor/outdoor entertaining. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite includes an impressive en-suite bath with dual-vanity and a sleek, glassed-in frameless multi-head shower. You are also met with an additional large bedroom and full guest bath, as well as a custom built walk-in closet converted from a fourth bedroom. Depending on your needs, this could easily be converted back into a fourth bedroom/home office.The walkout lower level features a versatile family room, and offers a third bedroom and full bath—an ideal setting for guests. All with close proximity to Petworth Metro, Upshur Street’s restaurants and grocery stores, including Timber Pizza, Safeway, and YES! Organic Market, and nearby green spaces like Grant Circle and the Petworth Rec Center.An oversized detached 1.5-car garage (23' x 15', 6'10" clearance) offers the added bonus of a large car and plenty of extra storage space.
Listing Agent
TTR Sotheby's International Realty License #5011179 Listed on: 06/04/2025

Open House Schedule
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Sunday, June 08, 20252:00 to 4:00 pm6/8/2025 2:00:00 PM +00:006/8/2025 4:00:00 PM +00:00FIRST WEEKEND OPEN HOUSE!Add to Calendar
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,047
Year Built
- Built in 1914 | Remodeled in 2013
Lot Details
- 2,634 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped
- Back Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Oversized Parking
- Rear-Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Federal Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- Property has 3 Levels
- Open Floorplan
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Kitchen Island
- Finished Basement
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Electric Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Petworth Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 72
- Assessor Parcel Number 3231//0072
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $8,047 | $1,033,730 | $503,960 | $529,770 |
2023 | $7,836 | $1,005,830 | $491,720 | $514,110 |
2022 | $7,399 | $949,120 | $463,160 | $485,960 |
2021 | $7,123 | $914,320 | $446,940 | $467,380 |
2020 | $6,963 | $894,820 | $430,630 | $464,190 |
2019 | $6,647 | $875,210 | $404,500 | $470,710 |
2018 | $6,054 | $849,290 | $0 | $0 |
2017 | $5,511 | $753,800 | $0 | $0 |
2016 | $5,016 | $698,490 | $0 | $0 |
2015 | $4,562 | $635,500 | $0 | $0 |
2014 | $4,158 | $559,330 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
06/04/2025 06/04/25 | For Sale | $999,500 | +0.1% | $504 / Sq Ft |
11/12/2020 11/12/20 | Sold | $998,800 | +11.1% | $528 / Sq Ft |
10/06/2020 10/06/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
09/30/2020 09/30/20 | Price Changed | $899,000 | -2.8% | $475 / Sq Ft |
09/30/2020 09/30/20 | For Sale | $925,000 | +41.4% | $489 / Sq Ft |
02/08/2013 02/08/13 | Sold | $654,000 | +3.0% | $475 / Sq Ft |
01/08/2013 01/08/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
01/03/2013 01/03/13 | For Sale | $635,000 | +90.1% | $461 / Sq Ft |
05/30/2012 05/30/12 | Sold | $334,000 | 0.0% | $243 / Sq Ft |
03/26/2012 03/26/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
03/20/2012 03/20/12 | Off Market | $334,000 | -- | -- |
03/16/2012 03/16/12 | For Sale | $299,900 | -- | $218 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Special Warranty Deed | $998,800 | Kvs Title Llc | |
Warranty Deed | $654,000 | -- | |
Warranty Deed | $334,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $510,400 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $20,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $605,500 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $621,300 | FHA |
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