$786,000
SOLD JUN 4, 2025
6 Beds
3 Baths
3,500 Sq Ft
7,000 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$225 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.16 Acre Lot
  • Space For Rooms
  • No HOA
  • Art Deco Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 2-minute walk to Piscataway Park

About This Home

As of June 2025

Located at 5738 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20011, this distinctive home exudes character and offers expansive living spaces. With six bedrooms and three full bathrooms, it provides ample room for family and guests. The fully equipped basement kitchen presents an excellent opportunity for tenant accommodation or an in-law suite, enhancing the property's versatility. Situated on a rare double lot, the possibilities are endless—envision creating the neighborhood's own "Taj Mahal" with personalized outdoor spaces, gardens, or even an additional structure.The surrounding area is a hub of development and convenience:The Parks at Walter Reed: A transformative 66-acre redevelopment project is underway at the former Walter Reed Army Medical Center site, located between 16th Street and Georgia Avenue NW. This ambitious project is repurposing historic buildings and introducing over 2,200 new residences, along with various retail shops. Notably, a Whole Foods Market has recently opened within this development, enhancing local shopping options. Downtown Silver Spring: A short drive away, Downtown Silver Spring offers a vibrant mix of dining, shopping, and entertainment venues, providing a dynamic urban experience.Takoma and Fort Totten Metro Stations: The home is conveniently located near both the Takoma and Fort Totten Metro Stations. Takoma Station, serving the Red Line, provides easy access to various parts of the city. Fort Totten Station is a key transfer point between the Red, Green, and Yellow Lines, facilitating seamless travel throughout the Washington, DC area. This property not only offers a unique and spacious living environment but also places you at the center of a rapidly evolving neighborhood rich with amenities and connectivity!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Melanie Davis

Samson Properties Listed on: 04/23/2025

Samson Properties

Co-Listed By

Travis Levi

Samson Properties License #574888

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Hargreaves

TTR Sotheby's International Realty License #0225266947

TTR Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,577

Year Built

  • Built in 1926

Lot Details

  • 7,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned SEE MAP

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Oversized Parking
  • Rear-Facing Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Art Deco Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • 1 Fireplace

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Side Basement Entry
  • Space For Rooms

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • 60+ Gallon Tank
  • Public Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Brightwood Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 808
  • Assessor Parcel Number 3156//0808

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,577

Year Built

Built in 1926

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Art Deco
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2025-04-24
  • Year Built: 1926
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Located at 5738 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20011, this distinctive home exudes character and offers expansive living spaces. With six bedrooms and three full bathrooms, it provides ample room for family and guests. The fully equipped basement kitchen presents an excellent opportunity for tenant accommodation or an in-law suite, enhancing the property's versatility. Situated on a rare double lot, the possibilities are endless—envision creating the neighborhood's own "Taj Mahal" with personalized outdoor spaces, gardens, or even an additional structure.​ The surrounding area is a hub of development and convenience: The Parks at Walter Reed: A transformative 66-acre redevelopment project is underway at the former Walter Reed Army Medical Center site, located between 16th Street and Georgia Avenue NW. This ambitious project is repurposing historic buildings and introducing over 2,200 new residences, along with various retail shops. Notably, a Whole Foods Market has recently opened within this development, enhancing local shopping options. ​ Downtown Silver Spring: A short drive away, Downtown Silver Spring offers a vibrant mix of dining, shopping, and entertainment venues, providing a dynamic urban experience.​ Takoma and Fort Totten Metro Stations: The home is conveniently located near both the Takoma and Fort Totten Metro Stations. Takoma Station, serving the Red Line, provides easy access to various parts of the city. Fort Totten Station is a key transfer point between the Red, Green, and Yellow Lines, facilitating seamless travel throughout the Washington, DC area. ​ This property not only offers a unique and spacious living environment but also places you at the center of a rapidly evolving neighborhood rich with amenities and connectivity!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Side Entrance, Space For Rooms, Full
  • Total Sq Ft: 3600
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3500
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 391.65
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2132
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1368
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 100
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1468
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 5738

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full 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 Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Rear Entry, Covered Parking, Oversized
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Off Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: 60+ Gallon Tank
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Septic
  • 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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.16
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7000.00
  • Soil Types: Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: SEE MAP
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4577.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 3156//0808
  • Tax Lot: 808
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 3500
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 06/04/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 23, 2025
Closed on
Jun 4, 2025
Sold by
Wilson Alex O and Wilson Barbara El
Bought by
Whitfield Ashley and Gbadamosi Raimi
Seller's Agent
Melanie Davis
Samson Properties
Buyer's Agent
Michael Hargreaves
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$835,000
Sold Price
$786,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,000
-5.87%
Views
107

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
28.23%
Original Mortgage
$771,763
Outstanding Balance
$771,100
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$50,883

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 1999
Sold by
Glen E St Marie
Bought by
Wilson Alex O

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$208,550
Interest Rate
7.19%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $786,000 Fidelity National Title
Deed $215,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $771,763 FHA
Previous Owner $248,900 New Conventional
Previous Owner $208,550 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/04/2025 06/04/25 Sold $786,000 -5.9% $225 / Sq Ft
05/05/2025 05/05/25 Pending -- -- --
04/23/2025 04/23/25 For Sale $835,000 -- $239 / 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 $6,256 $841,590 $414,050 $427,540
2023 $5,710 $785,290 $398,930 $386,360
2022 $5,236 $694,740 $351,050 $343,690
2021 $4,960 $659,840 $345,870 $313,970
2020 $4,843 $645,430 $329,630 $315,800
2019 $4,818 $641,700 $322,770 $318,930
2018 $4,653 $636,690 $0 $0
2017 $4,237 $599,820 $0 $0
2016 $3,858 $557,350 $0 $0
2015 $3,509 $504,400 $0 $0
2014 $3,201 $446,730 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DCDC2194358

Bright MLS

APN: 3156-0808