NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $738,000 - $1,516,000

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
1,900 Sq Ft
$539/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 08, 2022

Last sale price $810,000 $426 Per Sq Ft

Est. 26% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,292/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary bedroom faces the bay
  • Deck
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2-minute walk to Florida Ave Playground

About This Home

As of November 2022

Offer deadline, noon Tuesday, Oct. 18. Welcome to 56 R Street. This lovely victorian bayfront home, built in 1895, has been pleasingly updated, featuring an open concept and tons of natural light. The two car detached garage is an additional benefit. This home features gorgeous hardwood floors (on 2 levels), kitchen w/ stainless appliances (Fisher/Paykel refrigerator, Bosch DW, Samsung 5 burner gas stove) a main level Powder Room, generously sized Primary BR suite w/ modern en-suite bath (water-fall shower/jetted shower heads), 3 full bathrooms. The fully finished lower level features a 2nd kitchen (perfect for roommate situation, au-pair or work-at-home space), and with great ceiling heigh and front and rear entrances, offers many options. The home is heated/cooled with an energy efficient mini-split system, offers a tankless water heater and NEW ROOF (installed in August 2022). You'll love all the neighborhood amenities, including the close-by Big Bear Cafe and the Bloomingdale Farmer's Market (May to December). Adventurous palate? There are Barbecue, Caribbean, Thai, Chinese, Tex/Mex and Indian restaurants so close including neighborhood favorites the Red Hen, Bacio Pizzeria, Boundary Stone and Etabli. With a Walkscore of 91 and Bikescore of 87 (Capital Bikeshare has stations at each end of this block) this location offers a great urban experience. With EZ access to Downtown, NOMA and Capital Hill, there are various commuting arteries which access all of Metro DC! At the end of R St NE, you'll find the Metropolitan Branch Trail, a newly-built dog park, and Althea Turner Park. 56 R Street is being sold in AS IS condition.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Steve Pflasterer

RE/MAX Allegiance License #516455 Listed on: 10/13/2022

RE/MAX Allegiance

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Makris

Corcoran McEnearney License #642938

Corcoran McEnearney

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,636

Year Built

  • Built in 1895

Lot Details

  • 1,499 Sq Ft Lot
  • North Facing Home
  • Partially Fenced Property

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Siding
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Recessed Lighting
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Fireplace With Glass Doors
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Finished Basement
  • Front and Rear Basement Entry
  • Alarm System

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Primary bedroom faces the bay
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Appliances
  • Deck

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Ledroit Park Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 28
  • Assessor Parcel Number 3101//0028

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,636

Year Built

Built in 1895

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Home Warranty: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2022-10-14
  • Year Built: 1895
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Offer deadline, noon Tuesday, Oct. 18. Welcome to 56 R Street. This lovely victorian bayfront home, built in 1895, has been pleasingly updated, featuring an open concept and tons of natural light. The two car detached garage is an additional benefit. This home features gorgeous hardwood floors (on 2 levels), kitchen w/ stainless appliances (Fisher/Paykel refrigerator, Bosch DW, Samsung 5 burner gas stove) a main level Powder Room, generously sized Primary BR suite w/ modern en-suite bath (water-fall shower/jetted shower heads), 3 full bathrooms. The fully finished lower level features a 2nd kitchen (perfect for roommate situation, au-pair or work-at-home space), and with great ceiling heigh and front and rear entrances, offers many options. The home is heated/cooled with an energy efficient mini-split system, offers a tankless water heater and NEW ROOF (installed in August 2022). You'll love all the neighborhood amenities, including the close-by Big Bear Cafe and the Bloomingdale Farmer's Market (May to December). Adventurous palate? There are Barbecue, Caribbean, Thai, Chinese, Tex/Mex and Indian restaurants so close including neighborhood favorites the Red Hen, Bacio Pizzeria, Boundary Stone and Etabli. With a Walkscore of 91 and Bikescore of 87 (Capital Bikeshare has stations at each end of this block) this location offers a great urban experience. With EZ access to Downtown, NOMA and Capital Hill, there are various commuting arteries which access all of Metro DC! At the end of R St NE, you'll find the Metropolitan Branch Trail, a newly-built dog park, and Althea Turner Park. 56 R Street is being sold in AS IS condition.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Energy Efficient Appliances, Stainless Steel Appliances, Water Heater - Tankless
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Area, Combination Dining/Living, Floor Plan - Open, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Primary Bath(s), Primary Bedroom - Bay Front, Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Stall Shower, Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Double Pane, Skylights
  • Fireplace Features: Fireplace - Glass Doors, Mantel(s)
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Front Entrance, Rear Entrance, Fully Finished
  • Total Sq Ft: 1989
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1900
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 599.55
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1326
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 574
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 89
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 663
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 56

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • 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
  • Other Structures List: Garage(s)
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Masonry, Stone
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Ductless/Mini-Split
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Electric Alarm, Security System
  • 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

  • Fencing: Partially
  • Improvement Assessed Value: 395110.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 484790.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.03
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1499.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Soil Types: Urban Land-Cristiana-Sunnysider
  • Year Assessed: 2021
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16052363
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4636.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 3101//0028
  • Tax Lot: 28
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1900
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Close Date: 11/08/2022

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 13, 2022
Closed on
Nov 3, 2022
Sold by
Spencer Ernest E
Bought by
Burgess Kyle
Seller's Agent
Steve Pflasterer
RE/MAX Allegiance
Buyer's Agent
Michael Makris
Corcoran McEnearney
List Price
$795,000
Sold Price
$810,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,000
1.89%
Total Days on Market
5
Views
3
Current Estimated Value
$1,024,433

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$214,433
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.49%
Original Mortgage
$542,700
Outstanding Balance
$510,172
Interest Rate
7.08%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$514,261

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 23, 2002
Sold by
Pack Nam B
Bought by
Spencer Ernest E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$52,200
Interest Rate
6.57%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 25, 2002
Sold by
Kim Christian
Bought by
Pack Nam

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$288,000
Interest Rate
7.08%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 18, 2000
Sold by
Williams Frederica
Bought by
Kim Christian

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 12, 1997
Sold by
Smith Earnest C and Smith Rosa L
Bought by
Pickens Thomas A and Pickens Edith

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$85,000
Interest Rate
7.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Burgess Kyle $1,622,172 Paragon Title
Spencer Ernest E $347,900 --
Pack Nam $320,000 --
Kim Christian $110,000 --
Pickens Thomas A $85,000 Island Title Corp
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Burgess Kyle $542,700
Closed Burgess Kyle $542,700
Previous Owner Spencer Ernest E $350,000
Previous Owner Spencer Ernest E $70,000
Previous Owner Spencer Ernest E $52,200
Previous Owner Pack Nam $288,000
Previous Owner Pickens Thomas A $85,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/08/2022 11/08/22 Sold $810,000 +1.9% $426 / Sq Ft
10/18/2022 10/18/22 Pending -- -- --
10/13/2022 10/13/22 For Sale $795,000 -- $418 / 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 $6,760 $882,300 $518,470 $363,830
2023 $5,014 $905,740 $497,520 $408,220
2022 $3,135 $879,900 $484,790 $395,110
2021 $6,277 $847,730 $477,630 $370,100
2020 $5,711 $819,110 $455,220 $363,890
2019 $5,199 $788,160 $433,630 $354,530
2018 $4,738 $754,100 $0 $0
2017 $4,314 $708,070 $0 $0
2016 $3,927 $637,790 $0 $0
2015 $3,573 $539,590 $0 $0
2014 $3,258 $453,510 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DCDC2070722

Bright MLS

APN: 3101-0028