A truly rare opportunity. Held by the same family for decades, this charming and comfortable well-maintained 5 bedroom home offers timeless character, exceptional bones, and features seldom found in the area. Highlights include a large private courtyard, 11-foot ceilings on the main level, and a lower level with potential for a separate rentable space. Perfectly positioned and rich in history, this classic DC row home presents a compelling canvas—few homes offer this combination of location, scale, and upside. Located in Mount Vernon Square, this historic 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath townhome is just steps from area shops and everyday conveniences. The Green and Yellow Metro lines serve Mount Vernon Square, with easy access to NoMa, Downtown DC, and beyond. Walk or bike to the National Mall and Smithsonian Museums, Safeway, Whole Foods, Giant, and an array of restaurants including Busboys & Poets, Rumi’s, and other popular eateries along K Street, I Street, 7th Street, 9th Street, and Massachusetts Avenue. Inside, the home features a large open space with a modern kitchen/ family room with ample storage and direct access to a spacious, light-filled flagstone yard. A large formal living room showcases a decorative fireplace and three oversized 6-foot windows. A formal dining room adjacent to the living room provides space for dinner parties.The huge primary bedroom features three 6-foot tall windows. There is also an additional lower-level primary bedroom. Three other bedrooms are double-bed sized or larger. Additional features include washer, dryer, dishwasher, and microwave. This home’s history, scale, and flexibility make it a truly special offering.
Under contract
$849,900
1205 4th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
5beds
2,360sqft
Est.:
Townhouse
Built in 1900
1,868 Square Feet Lot
$837,900 Zestimate®
$360/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Decorative fireplaceAdditional lower-level primary bedroomLarge private courtyard
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 19, 2026 at 04:35am
Listed by:
Jason Cheperdak 774-278-1509,
Samson Properties,
Listing Team: Shepherd Homes Group, Co-Listing Team: Shepherd Homes Group,Co-Listing Agent: Richard Andrew Frye 304-582-1401,
Samson Properties
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2241442
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 524
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric
Cooling
- None, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,360
- Total interior livable area: 2,360 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,836
- Finished area below ground: 524
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,868 Square Feet
- Features: Chillum-Urban Land Complex
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 0523//0808
- Zoning: R4
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Permanent
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Mount Vernon
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $360/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $981,670
- Annual tax amount: $8,390
- Date on market: 1/29/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$837,900
$796,000 - $880,000
$7,021/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/19/2026 | Contingent | $849,900$360/sqft |
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| 1/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $849,900$360/sqft |
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| 12/8/2022 | Listing removed | $849,900$360/sqft |
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| 11/17/2022 | Listed for sale | $849,900$360/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,390 +1.4% | $987,070 +1.4% |
| 2024 | $8,274 +1.3% | $973,390 +1.3% |
| 2023 | $8,165 +5.2% | $960,640 +5.2% |
| 2022 | $7,762 +1% | $913,130 +1% |
| 2021 | $7,684 +3.8% | $903,990 +3.8% |
| 2020 | $7,403 +5.7% | $870,950 +5.7% |
| 2018 | $7,003 +4.4% | $823,900 +4.4% |
| 2017 | $6,711 +20% | $789,470 +20% |
| 2016 | $5,590 +19.6% | $657,620 +19.6% |
| 2015 | $4,672 +9.8% | $549,650 +9.8% |
| 2014 | $4,254 +2.7% | $500,420 +2.7% |
| 2013 | $4,140 -3% | $487,080 -3% |
| 2012 | $4,266 | $501,930 |
| 2011 | $4,266 -5.6% | $501,930 -5.6% |
| 2010 | $4,518 -7.5% | $531,500 -7.5% |
| 2009 | $4,884 +18.3% | $574,570 +22.5% |
| 2007 | $4,129 -7.2% | $469,200 -3% |
| 2006 | $4,451 +16.7% | $483,750 +21.8% |
| 2005 | $3,813 +49.2% | $397,170 +49.2% |
| 2004 | $2,556 +85.7% | $266,200 +85.7% |
| 2003 | $1,376 +43% | $143,350 +43% |
| 2002 | $962 -15.3% | $100,243 +1.5% |
| 2001 | $1,136 | $98,765 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,843/mo
Principal & interest
$4383
Property taxes
$460
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Mount Vernon Square
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Walker-Jones Education CampusGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Dunbar High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.




