Exquisite light filled victorian home in the heart of shaw with real hardwood floors throughout, 10' ceilings, oversized bay windows, skylight and stand out architectural features including custom designed crown molding that maintain the original character of this victorian home. With an updated kitchen and bathrooms including half bath on main and recessed lights, this home is perfect for modern living while maintaining quintessential dc charm. Three generously size bedrooms, 2 full baths, including an owner’s suite with plenty of closet space and an ensuite bath with heated floors provide tons of space without compromising location. Landscaped and hardscaped backyard complete with flagstone patio that’s perfect for entertaining still leaving room for gated 2 car parking. Additionally, the owners impeccably maintained their home replacing the roof, HVAC and water heater all within the last few years. Close to metro and countless bars and restaurants.
Sold for $1,485,000 on 02/28/23
$1,485,000
1609 8th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
3beds
1,904sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1912
1,900 Square Feet Lot
$1,442,500 Zestimate®
$780/sqft
$5,545 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,442,500
$1.36M - $1.53M
$5,545/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 28, 2023 at 09:50am
Listed by:
Melissa Farley 267-210-1682,
Compass,
Co-Listing Agent: Rebecca Weiner 202-213-3314,
Compass
Bought with:
Nathan Julian Guggenheim, SP98364671
Washington Fine Properties, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2081560
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Crown Molding, Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Attic, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Heated, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 3
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,904
- Total interior livable area: 1,904 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,904
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved, Private, Secured, Off Street
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Enclosed
- Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape, Lighting
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,900 sqft
- Features: Chillum-Urban Land Complex
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 0420//0006
- Zoning: RF-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1912
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Washington
- Subdivision: Shaw
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/28/2023 | Sold | $1,485,000+23.8%$780/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DCDC2081560 | ||
| 1/31/2023 | Pending sale | $1,199,900$630/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2081560 | ||
| 1/25/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,199,900-9.4%$630/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2081560 | ||
| 7/12/2017 | Sold | $1,325,000+10.5%$696/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
| 6/14/2017 | Pending sale | $1,199,000$630/sqft |
Source: TTR Sotheby's International Realty #DC9969812 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,381 +1.1% | $1,428,790 +1.2% |
| 2024 | $11,261 +0.9% | $1,411,920 +1.1% |
| 2023 | $11,162 +1.2% | $1,397,140 +1.5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Shaw
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Seaton Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Cardozo Education CampusGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.8 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.
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