Seller's Agent in 2021
Eddie Suarez
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
(202) 579-6205
12 in this area
86 Total Sales
542 Irving St NW Washington, DC 20010
Park View NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $736,000 - $894,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,558
Sq Ft
$533/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Federal Architecture
- No HOA
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Traditional Floor Plan
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- 3-minute walk to Bruce Monroe Park
About This Home
As of December 2021***OPEN HOUSES CANCELED. PROPERTY GOT UNDER CONTRACT IN LESS THAN A DAY*** Welcome to your new home, just in time to celebrate the holidays at 542 Irving St NW! You don’t want to miss this stunning 3 bedroom and 2 full bathroom townhome with a completely fenced and beautifully landscaped backyard with a lush lawn, a detached garage, a DC-installed bike rack, and SOLAR PANELS. You will be steps away from everything that Georgia Avenue, Columbia Heights, Petworth, Brookland, and the entire city have to offer. This spectacular and freshly painted 3-level townhome spans approximately 1,558 square feet and offers the following on the first floor: NEW hardwood floors, NEW light fixtures, stainless steel appliances including a NEW fridge and washer/dryer, stunning butcher block countertops with a modern backsplash, custom cabinetry with tons of storage, brand new modern Spanish style tiling, a perfectly situated full bath, PLUS a private deck off of the kitchen with a stunning outdoor lawn perfect for entertaining and unwinding with your guests. Upstairs features three spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom filled with an abundance of natural light. Floors have been gorgeously redone. The spacious lower level includes a private rear entrance with a washer/dryer area and a VERY flexible open space in which to entertain, work, and/or exercise. To round out this package is a SOLAR PANEL system that provides green energy, passive income, and dramatically reduces utility costs. All panels and credits convey! Located just a quick walk away from the best restaurants, shops, grocery stores, and fitness centers in the area, you are truly in the heart of it all. The nearby Columbia Heights Metro station is only 0.6 miles away and the home is near multiple bus lines, making your commute easy and putting you in quick proximity to anything your heart desires in our nation's capital. A very short walk (0.3 miles) takes you to the Medical Center (including Children's National). Don't miss it! Now the most extraordinary purchase in all of NW DC.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(202) 579-6205 edgardorsuarez@gmail.com TTR Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 12/02/2021
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,035
Year Built
- Built in 1915 | Remodeled in 2021
Lot Details
- 1,920 Sq Ft Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Rear-Facing Garage
Home Design
- Federal Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Brick Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Property has 3 Levels
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Dining Area
- Partially Finished Basement
- Exterior Basement Entry
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Schools
- Bruce-Monroe Elementary School At Park View
- Cardozo Education Campus High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Columbia Heights Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 139
- Assessor Parcel Number 3051//0139
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 2, 2021
Closed on
Dec 16, 2021
Sold by
Mccoy Christina Ines and Macdonell Scott T
Bought by
Melton Nicholas Benjamin
Seller's Agent
Eddie Suarez
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kyle Meeks
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$849,000
Sold Price
$880,000
Premium/Discount to List
$31,000
3.65%
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
-$49,320
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.46%
Original Mortgage
$748,000
Outstanding Balance
$686,360
Interest Rate
3.09%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$144,320
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 7, 2021
Sold by
Mccoy Christina Ines and Macdonell Scott Taplin
Bought by
Mccoy Christina Ines and Macdonell Scott T
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 15, 2014
Closed on
Jun 20, 2014
Sold by
Haggard Marian E and Hawkins Chester E
Bought by
Mccoy Christina I and Macdonell Scott T
Seller's Agent
John Evans
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Joseph Krupsaw
Redfin Corp
List Price
$509,900
Sold Price
$515,250
Premium/Discount to List
$5,350
1.05%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.27%
Original Mortgage
$412,200
Interest Rate
4.21%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 30, 2006
Sold by
Pecover Carrie
Bought by
Hawkins Chester E and Haggard,Marian E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$328,000
Interest Rate
6.32%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 13, 2002
Sold by
Smith Edith
Bought by
Pecover Carrie
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$144,000
Interest Rate
6.8%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 26, 2001
Sold by
New Columbia Inc
Bought by
Smith Edith
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$140,400
Interest Rate
6.96%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 22, 2000
Sold by
Riley Denise Knox
Bought by
New Columbia Inc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$91,600
Interest Rate
8.06%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melton Nicholas Benjamin | $880,000 | Kvs Title Llc | |
| Mccoy Christina Ines | -- | None Available | |
| Mccoy Christina I | $515,250 | -- | |
| Hawkins Chester E | $410,000 | -- | |
| Pecover Carrie | $180,000 | -- | |
| Smith Edith | $154,000 | -- | |
| New Columbia Inc | $59,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Melton Nicholas Benjamin | $748,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Mccoy Christina I | $412,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Hawkins Chester E | $328,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Pecover Carrie | $144,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Smith Edith | $140,400 | |
| Previous Owner | New Columbia Inc | $91,600 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/17/2021 12/17/21 | Sold | $880,000 | +3.7% | $565 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/02/2021 12/02/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 12/02/2021 12/02/21 | For Sale | $849,000 | +64.8% | $545 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/20/2014 06/20/14 | Sold | $515,250 | +1.0% | $409 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/21/2014 05/21/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/15/2014 05/15/14 | For Sale | $509,900 | -- | $405 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,355 | $837,500 | $480,830 | $356,670 |
| 2024 | $6,309 | $829,240 | $470,040 | $359,200 |
| 2023 | $6,244 | $818,580 | $460,720 | $357,860 |
| 2022 | $5,208 | $691,380 | $429,500 | $261,880 |
| 2021 | $5,074 | $673,310 | $423,170 | $250,140 |
| 2020 | $4,874 | $649,060 | $405,040 | $244,020 |
| 2019 | $4,683 | $625,830 | $387,420 | $238,410 |
| 2018 | $4,306 | $607,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $3,922 | $572,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $3,571 | $508,440 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $3,249 | $453,610 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $2,669 | $384,200 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Eddie Suarez
-
Kyle Meeks
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Kyle Meeks
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
(202) 906-8989
2 in this area
95 Total Sales
-
John Evans
Seller's Agent in 2014
John Evans
Long & Foster
(703) 855-8707
69 Total Sales
-
Joseph Krupsaw
J
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Joseph Krupsaw
Redfin Corp
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: DCDC2021816
APN: 3051-0139
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