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    • $449,000

    1278 Oates St NE, Washington, DC 20002

    3beds
    1,604sqft
    : 
    Townhouse
    Built in 1925
    1,298 Square Feet Lot
    $447,000 Zestimate®
    $280/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Two additional bedrooms
    Buyer could not perform - BACK ON MARKET! Still a deal - This spacious Trinidad row home is priced to motivate and ready for a buyer with a vision to upgrade this ready-to-renovate gem into a diamond. Three levels of living space provide opportunities for an open layout, huge bedrooms, and a separate basement unit. The massive main level provides ample space for living, lounging and entertaining. The lower level with separate entry provides additional living space and potential for a separate unit. The upper level provides a massive owners suite and two additional bedrooms to combine into larger resting quarters or leave separate to make space for a home office. Alley-accessible parking for one car. Front yard offers space for growing greenery. Potential after renovation value of $700k+ OR possible monthly rental income over $3,500/mo. Run the numbers and let's make a deal - sellers are motivated but the numbers need to work. Make this Trinidad treasure yours today!
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    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: March 03, 2026 at 02:50am

    Listed by:

    Jessamyn Spain 703-577-8369,

    RE/MAX Distinctive Real Estate, Inc.

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2232422MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Basement
    • Area: 647
    Heating
    • Hot Water, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s), Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: In Basement, Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
    Features
    • Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Family Room Off Kitchen, Upgraded Countertops
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile/Brick, Wood
    • Doors: Storm Door(s)
    • Basement: Other
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,941
    • Total interior livable area: 1,604 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,294
    • Finished area below ground: 310

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Driveway, On Street
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Three
    • Stories: 3
    • Patio & porch: Patio, Deck, Screened
    • Exterior features: Awning(s), Stone Retaining Walls
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: Chain Link,Back Yard
    Lot
    • Size: 1,298 Square Feet
    • Features: Urban, Unknown Soil Type
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 4060//0046
    • Zoning: 0
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Materials
    • Brick, Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Architectural Shingle
    Condition
    • Average
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1925
    • Major remodel year: 2012

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Septic
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Washington Dc
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Washington

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $280/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $604,320
    • Annual tax amount: $3,064
    • Date on market: 11/19/2025
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Private Financing Available
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
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    Estimated market value

    $447,000

    $425,000 - $469,000

    $3,794/mo

    Price history

    Price history
    DateEventPrice
    11/29/2025Pending sale$449,000$280/sqft
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    11/20/2025Listed for sale$449,000$280/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2232422 Report a problem
    11/14/2025Listing removed$449,000$280/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2175966 Report a problem
    9/24/2025Contingent$449,000$280/sqft
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    8/27/2025Listed for sale$449,000-5.5%$280/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2175966 Report a problem
    8/20/2025Contingent$475,000$296/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2175966 Report a problem
    7/17/2025Listed for sale$475,000-4.8%$296/sqft
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    5/27/2025Contingent$499,000$311/sqft
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    4/26/2025Listed for sale$499,000$311/sqft
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    4/22/2025Contingent$499,000$311/sqft
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    4/11/2025Listed for sale$499,000-3.1%$311/sqft
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    4/5/2025Contingent$515,000$321/sqft
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    3/25/2025Price change$515,000-3.7%$321/sqft
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    2/27/2025Price change$535,000-2.7%$334/sqft
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    2/1/2025Price change$549,900-1.8%$343/sqft
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    1/25/2025Listed for sale$560,000$349/sqft
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    12/11/2024Listing removed$560,000$349/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2166480 Report a problem
    12/10/2024Listed for sale$560,000$349/sqft
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    12/4/2024Contingent$560,000$349/sqft
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    10/31/2024Listed for sale$560,000$349/sqft
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    8/17/2024Listing removed--
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    5/7/2024Listing removed--
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    4/24/2024Price change$560,000-1.8%$349/sqft
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    4/10/2024Pending sale$570,000$355/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2129804 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    Public tax history
    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,347 +9.2%$604,320 -1.7%
    2024$3,064 +9.1%$615,060 +2.5%
    2023$2,809 +8.3%$600,180 +7.3%
    2022$2,595 +9.2%$559,090 +6.1%
    2021$2,377 +9.7%$526,780 +3.5%
    2020$2,166 +19.8%$508,850 +25%
    2018$1,808 +9.5%$407,200 +13.1%
    2017$1,650 +9.6%$360,170 +8.7%
    2016$1,506 +9.8%$331,440 +13.1%
    2015$1,371 +9.2%$293,040 +33.2%
    2014$1,256 +9.2%$219,960 +5.4%
    2013$1,150 +8.7%$208,670 -1.5%
    2012$1,058 $211,910
    2011$1,058 +21%$211,910 -17.6%
    2010$874 +18.1%$257,190 -12.4%
    2009$740 +7.2%$293,720 +27.7%
    2007$691 +5.2%$229,950 +50%
    2006$657 -19.4%$153,330 +23.3%
    2005$815 +12%$124,360 +9.3%
    2004$728 -0.1%$113,800 +7.5%
    2003$728 +22.3%$105,850 +15%
    2002$596 +14%$92,045 +9%
    2001$523 $84,445

    Find assessor info on the county website

    BuyAbility℠ payment

    Est. payment
    $2,558/mo
    Principal & interest
    $2315
    Property taxes
    $243

      Climate risks

      Neighborhood: Trinidad

      Getting around

      84 / 100
      Very Walkable
      77 / 100
      Very Bikeable

      Nearby schools

      GreatSchools rating
      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.

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