Thoughtfully updated and beautifully maintained, this 4BR/3.5BA Brightwood Colonial blends timeless character with modern convenience. Warm hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and a welcoming fireplace create an inviting main level, while the renovated kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a newly installed backsplash, freshly painted cabinetry, and an adjacent half bath and stacked washer and dryer. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite is highlighted by a walk-in closet and a fully renovated en-suite full bath, offering a spa-like retreat. Two additional bedrooms with generous natural light and closet space, along with another full bath, complete the upper level. The fully equipped lower-level in-law/au pair suite—with its own private entrance, kitchen, bedroom, full bath, and separate washer and dryer—provides exceptional flexibility for guests, extended family, or potential rental income. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced backyard with a versatile outdoor space that functions as both a patio and an off-street parking pad, complete with secured access through a custom industrial-grade garage door. Improvements include a sturdy and high perimeter fence, a new HVAC condenser (2023), fresh interior paint, and numerous thoughtful updates that reflect pride of ownership throughout. Ideally located within walking distance and just moments from Takoma Metro, Rock Creek Park, Whole Foods, The Parks at Walter Reed, neighborhood shops, restaurants, Safeway, and other everyday conveniences, this home offers the perfect combination of classic charm, modern updates, and flexible living space in one of Northwest DC's most desirable neighborhoods. Please note: Square footage is estimated and calculated by an independent third party; information is deemed accurate but not guaranteed.
For sale
$899,000
1212 Underwood St NW, Washington, DC 20012
4beds
2,317sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1942
3,021 Square Feet Lot
$874,200 Zestimate®
$388/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Adjacent half bathFully fenced backyardFresh interior paintWelcoming fireplaceSpa-like retreatFreshly painted cabinetryGranite countertops
- 29 days |
- 1,226 |
- 159 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kira Epstein Begal 240-899-8577,
Washington Fine Properties, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2276376
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 821
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Connecting Stairway,Side Entrance,English,Finished,Exterior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,417
- Total interior livable area: 2,317 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,596
- Finished area below ground: 721
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Other
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 3,021 Square Feet
- Features: Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 2945//0066
- Zoning: NA
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Combination, Brick
- Foundation: Permanent
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1942
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Brightwood
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $388/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $816,270
- Annual tax amount: $7,019
- Date on market: 7/30/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$874,200
Estimated sales range
$830,000 - $918,000
Rent Zestimate®
$4,374/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $899,000+33.2%$388/sqft |
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| 7/24/2017 | Listing removed | $3,295$1/sqft |
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| 7/11/2017 | Listed for rent | $3,295$1/sqft |
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| 9/6/2016 | Sold | $675,000+4%$291/sqft |
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| 7/13/2016 | Pending sale | $649,000$280/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty #DC9705125 Report a problem | ||
| 7/5/2016 | Listed for sale | $649,000+26%$280/sqft |
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| 6/18/2012 | Sold | $515,000-2.8%$222/sqft |
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| 3/6/2012 | Price change | $529,900-3.6%$229/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Potomac #DC7693376 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2011 | Price change | $549,900-3.5%$237/sqft |
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| 9/21/2011 | Listed for sale | $569,900+96.5%$246/sqft |
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| 4/18/2011 | Sold | $290,000-8.2%$125/sqft |
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| 1/12/2011 | Listed for sale | $316,000$136/sqft |
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| 12/6/2010 | Listing removed | $316,000$136/sqft |
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| 11/4/2010 | Price change | $316,000-10.2%$136/sqft |
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| 10/26/2010 | Listed for sale | $352,000$152/sqft |
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| 9/2/2010 | Listing removed | $352,000$152/sqft |
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| 8/6/2010 | Listed for sale | $352,000+32.7%$152/sqft |
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| 5/24/2010 | Sold | $265,350-55.9%$115/sqft |
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| 8/29/2006 | Sold | $602,000+56.4%$260/sqft |
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| 1/13/2005 | Sold | $385,000+140.6%$166/sqft |
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| 3/19/1997 | Sold | $160,000$69/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,074 +1.1% | $832,190 +1.1% |
| 2024 | $6,997 +5.4% | $823,160 +5.4% |
| 2023 | $6,638 +8.8% | $780,890 +8.8% |
| 2022 | $6,099 +3.7% | $717,550 +3.7% |
| 2021 | $5,882 +1% | $691,950 +1% |
| 2020 | $5,825 +0.6% | $685,290 +0.6% |
| 2018 | $5,788 +11.2% | $680,990 +5% |
| 2017 | $5,206 +11.6% | $648,680 +4.5% |
| 2016 | $4,666 +9% | $620,660 +7.4% |
| 2015 | $4,279 +9.7% | $577,960 +9.2% |
| 2014 | $3,900 +0.6% | $529,060 +0.7% |
| 2013 | $3,879 -4.6% | $525,400 +2.6% |
| 2012 | $4,064 -6.6% | $511,890 |
| 2011 | $4,351 +0.4% | $511,890 -5.8% |
| 2010 | $4,332 -3% | $543,360 -8.4% |
| 2009 | $4,467 +8.1% | $593,010 +12% |
| 2007 | $4,131 +11.8% | $529,420 +31.8% |
| 2006 | $3,695 +15% | $401,650 +20% |
| 2005 | $3,213 +95.3% | $334,710 +7.6% |
| 2004 | $1,645 +12% | $311,070 +70% |
| 2003 | $1,469 | $182,984 |
| 2002 | $1,469 | $182,984 |
| 2001 | $1,469 | $182,984 |
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Neighborhood: Brightwood
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Brightwood Education CampusGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10Ida B. Wells Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 5/10Coolidge High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Brightwood Educational Campus
- Middle: Brightwood Educational Campus
- High: Coolidge Senior
- 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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