Motivated seller— $100,000 price reduction. Welcome to 1131 Girard Street NW, a classic brick rowhome in the heart of Columbia Heights. Built in 1910, this expansive property offers 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and nearly 3,000 square feet of living space on a 2,367-square-foot lot. Zoned RF-1, the home presents a compelling value-add opportunity for investors, developers, or end users seeking to restore and reimagine a substantial residence in one of Washington, DC’s most vibrant and in-demand neighborhoods. Bring your vision and unlock the potential of this large Columbia Heights property. The home has been in the same family since the 1960s and sits close to Columbia Heights Metro, Shaw-Howard University Metro, Georgia Ave-Petworth Metro, and the U Street corridor. It also offers easy access to Howard University, the VA Medical Center, restaurants, shops, and other neighborhood conveniences. The surrounding area has seen many rowhomes updated into modern condo-style residences. Nearby Columbia Heights homes also reach well above $2 million, which helps show the potential market value after renovation.
For sale
Price cut: $100K (9/14)
$1,250,000
1131 Girard St NW, Washington, DC 20009
6beds
2,992sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1910
2,178 Square Feet Lot
$1,211,900 Zestimate®
$418/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic brick rowhome
- 78 days
- 198
- 5
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ibrahim Kallon 301-437-0016,
DMV Realty, INC.,
Co-Listing Agent: Kent Acquah-Abbiw 973-885-1623,
DMV Realty, INC.
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2270982
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 6
Heating
- Wall Unit, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s), Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Partial,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Windows,Finished,Front Entrance
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,992
- Total interior livable area: 2,992 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,992
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Assigned, Alley Access, Driveway, Off Street, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Assigned Parking
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits, Doors - Lever Handle(s), Doors - Swing In
Features
- Levels: Four
- Stories: 4
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2,178 Square Feet
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 2856//0063
- Zoning: ZONE 1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Georgian
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick, Brick Veneer, Masonry, Stone
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Columbia Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $418/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,106,970
- Annual tax amount: $713
- Date on market: 7/24/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$1,211,900
$1.15M - $1.27M
$6,150/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/14/2026 | Price change | $1,250,000-7.4%$418/sqft |
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| 7/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000$451/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $2,972 +1.7% | $1,106,970 -0.3% |
| 2025 | $2,922 +1.6% | $1,109,940 +1% |
| 2024 | $2,877 +1.5% | $1,098,970 +2.2% |
| 2023 | $2,833 +1.2% | $1,075,260 +3.4% |
| 2022 | $2,800 +4.6% | $1,040,210 +1.4% |
| 2021 | $2,676 +4.9% | $1,025,580 +6.2% |
| 2020 | $2,551 +9.8% | $965,400 +10.2% |
| 2018 | $2,323 +9.8% | $875,660 +1.8% |
| 2017 | $2,115 +9.8% | $860,430 +4.9% |
| 2016 | $1,926 +9.9% | $819,980 +13.7% |
| 2015 | $1,752 +9.7% | $721,440 +20% |
| 2014 | $1,597 +9.7% | $601,210 +3.6% |
| 2013 | $1,457 +9.5% | $580,260 +1.2% |
| 2012 | $1,330 | $573,400 |
| 2011 | $1,330 +21% | $573,400 -11.3% |
| 2010 | $1,099 +28% | $646,710 -14.5% |
| 2009 | $859 +12.5% | $756,750 +17.5% |
| 2007 | $764 +5.2% | $643,840 +52% |
| 2006 | $726 -17.1% | $423,500 +30.3% |
| 2005 | $876 +12% | $325,020 +17.9% |
| 2004 | $782 +12% | $275,670 +30% |
| 2003 | $698 +25% | $212,050 +44.9% |
| 2002 | $558 | $146,342 |
| 2001 | $558 | $146,342 |
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Neighborhood: Columbia Heights
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Cardozo
- 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.




