NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5404 Cathedral Ave NW Washington, DC 20016

Palisades Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,423,000 - $1,715,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,323 Sq Ft
$694/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 27, 2023

Last sale price $1,570,000 $676 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,562/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Key Elementary School Rated A
  • Attic
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of March 2023

Welcome to this classic 1920s home in the heart of Palisades. In addition to four, 2nd level bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, the home features a charming screened-in porch and deck overlooking a deep garden leading to off-street parking for three cars. The main level features a living room with fireplace, formal dining room, kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, den, and powder room. Four bedrooms and two full bathrooms are located on the second level including a hallway of built-in bookshelves. Hardwood floors throughout. The lower level is nicely finished with a bonus room for an office, recreation room, laundry, storage, and full bathroom, as well as rear access to the garden. The property is situated on one of Palisades' most desirable, tree-lined, level blocks between Carolina Park and Palisades Rec Center, near restaurants and shops, the farmer's market and beautiful Potomac Ave. sunsets. Enjoy easy access to the Capital Crescent Trail and a quick commute to downtown, Arlington, I-495, I-395, and National Airport. The home's distinctive exterior was designed by renowned architect, Howard Wright Cutler, and constructed of panel-face block. A charming and unique home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Susie Kupka

TTR Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 02/09/2023

TTR Sotheby's International Realty

Co-Listed By

Theodore Adamstein

TTR Sotheby's International Realty License #SP98373189

Last Buyer's Agent

Sarah Aschenbach

Compass

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,677

Year Built

  • Built in 1927

Lot Details

  • 5,063 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Privacy Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned R1B

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Finished Basement
  • Interior and Rear Basement Entry
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 3 Parking Spaces
  • Alley Access

Schools

  • Key Elementary School
  • Hardy Middle School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Palisades Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 803
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1443//0803

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,677

Year Built

Built in 1927

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2023-02-09
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to this classic 1920s home in the heart of Palisades. In addition to four, 2nd level bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, the home features a charming screened-in porch and deck overlooking a deep garden leading to off-street parking for three cars. The main level features a living room with fireplace, formal dining room, kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, den, and powder room. Four bedrooms and two full bathrooms are located on the second level including a hallway of built-in bookshelves. Hardwood floors throughout. The lower level is nicely finished with a bonus room for an office, recreation room, laundry, storage, and full bathroom, as well as rear access to the garden. The property is situated on one of Palisades' most desirable, tree-lined, level blocks between Carolina Park and Palisades Rec Center, near restaurants and shops, the farmer's market and beautiful Potomac Ave. sunsets. Enjoy easy access to the Capital Crescent Trail and a quick commute to downtown, Arlington, I-495, I-395, and National Airport. The home's distinctive exterior was designed by renowned architect, Howard Wright Cutler, and constructed of panel-face block. A charming and unique home!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Stove, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliances, Water Heater - Tankless
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Treatments, Attic, Wood Floors, Built-Ins, Formal/Separate Dining Room
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished, Interior Access, Rear Entrance
  • Total Sq Ft: 2452
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2323
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 899.10
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1774
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 549
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 129
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 678
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 5404

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • 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
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street, Alley
  • Off Street Parking Spaces: 3

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Radiator, Baseboard - Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: KEY
  • Middle School: HARDY
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 121140357950
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: KEY
  • Middle Or Junior School: HARDY

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Fully, Privacy
  • Improvement Assessed Value: 465060.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 691300.00
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 5063.00
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Soil Types: Urban Land-Manor-Glenelg
  • Year Assessed: 2022
  • Zoning: R1B
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16009504
  • Tax Annual Amount: 8677.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1443//0803
  • Tax Lot: 803
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2252
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Close Date: 03/27/2023

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 9, 2023
Closed on
Mar 27, 2023
Sold by
Felten Eric T
Bought by
Brockmeyer Katherine M and Hunter William Elliott
Seller's Agent
Susie Kupka
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Sarah Aschenbach
Compass
List Price
$1,595,000
Sold Price
$1,570,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-1.57%
Views
46
Current Estimated Value
$1,611,444

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$41,444
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.48%
Original Mortgage
$1,334,500
Outstanding Balance
$1,291,430
Interest Rate
4.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$376,202

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 1, 1997
Sold by
Roney + Marguerite M
Bought by
Felten Eric T and Felten Jennifer L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
7.55%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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
Brockmeyer Katherine M $1,570,000 --
Felten Eric T $250,000 Heritage Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Brockmeyer Katherine M $1,334,500
Previous Owner Felten Eric T $400,000
Previous Owner Felten Eric T $377,250
Previous Owner Felten Eric T $240,000
Previous Owner Felten Eric T $390,000
Previous Owner Felten Eric T $390,000
Previous Owner Felten Eric T $200,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/27/2023 03/27/23 Sold $1,570,000 -1.6% $676 / Sq Ft
02/18/2023 02/18/23 Pending -- -- --
02/09/2023 02/09/23 For Sale $1,595,000 -- $687 / 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 $10,204 $1,200,470 $719,710 $480,760
2023 $9,472 $1,156,360 $691,300 $465,060
2022 $8,677 $1,099,560 $651,050 $448,510
2021 $8,545 $1,081,620 $647,860 $433,760
2020 $8,322 $1,054,750 $629,890 $424,860
2019 $8,094 $1,027,090 $613,690 $413,400
2018 $7,926 $1,005,780 $0 $0
2017 $7,565 $962,480 $0 $0
2016 $7,119 $926,090 $0 $0
2015 $6,474 $907,900 $0 $0
2014 $5,895 $886,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Susie Kupka

    TTR Sotheby's International Realty

    (202) 333-1212

    1 in this area

    6 Total Sales

    Susie Kupka
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  • Theodore Adamstein

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023

    Theodore Adamstein

    TTR Sotheby's International Realty

    (202) 285-1177

    1 in this area

    46 Total Sales

    Theodore Adamstein
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  • Sarah Aschenbach

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Sarah Aschenbach

    Compass

    (202) 255-1485

    1 in this area

    7 Total Sales

    Sarah Aschenbach
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DCDC2082564

Bright MLS

APN: 1443-0803

District of Columbia District of Columbia County Washington 20016 Palisades

5404 Cathedral Ave NW, Washington, DC

This home is located at 5404 Cathedral Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016 since 09 February 2023 and is currently estimated at $1,611,444, approximately $693 per square foot. This property was built in 1927. 5404 Cathedral Ave NW is a home located in District of Columbia with nearby schools including Key Elementary School, Hardy Middle School, and Jackson Reed High School.

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