Discover a rare opportunity to create your dream home in the heart of Riggs Park, DC! This townhome duplex, nestled in a charming and vibrant neighborhood, has been completely gutted down to the studs and floors following a fire. With its clean slate, this property offers unlimited potential for a custom rebuild tailored to your personal vision. The spacious layout includes two levels, ample room for bedrooms, bathrooms, and living spaces, and a private backyard—perfect for entertaining or relaxing. The home is ready for your creativity, with no appliances or utilities currently in place, making it an ideal canvas for your dream design. Riggs Park is known for its friendly community vibe, easy access to public transportation, parks, shopping, and dining options. Whether you're an investor or a homeowner looking to personalize every detail, this property is your chance to create something truly unique. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to transform a blank slate into the perfect home you've always imagined!
Sold for $335,050
$335,050
1252 Emerson St NE, Washington, DC 20017
3beds
1,548sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
1,975 Square Feet Lot
$331,200 Zestimate®
$216/sqft
$2,651 Estimated rent
Home value
$331,200
$308,000 - $358,000
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Listed by:
Lise Courtney Howe 240-401-5577,
Keller Williams Capital Properties
Bought with:
TODD Bissey, 5005204
Compass
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2172812
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 560
Heating
- None
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Interior Entry
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,680
- Total interior livable area: 1,548 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,120
- Finished area below ground: 428
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,975 Square Feet
- Features: Chillum-Urban Land Complex
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 3909//0040
- Zoning: R60
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Riggs Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $216/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $449,350
- Annual tax amount: $22,123
- Date on market: 1/3/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/21/2025 | Sold | $335,050+11.7%$216/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DCDC2172812 Report a problem | ||
| 1/19/2025 | Pending sale | $300,000$194/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2172812 Report a problem | ||
| 1/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $300,000$194/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2172812 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $764 -96.5% | $449,350 +1.6% |
| 2024 | $22,123 +2.3% | $442,460 +2.3% |
| 2023 | $21,618 +6.3% | $432,360 +6.3% |
| 2022 | $20,332 +1880% | $406,630 +4.6% |
| 2021 | $1,027 +4.7% | $388,580 +1% |
| 2020 | $981 +9.1% | $384,770 +11.7% |
| 2018 | $899 +9.5% | $344,540 +9.2% |
| 2017 | $821 +9.6% | $315,430 +14.4% |
| 2016 | $749 +9.8% | $275,830 +18.6% |
| 2015 | $682 +9.1% | $232,620 +7.1% |
| 2014 | $625 +1.6% | $217,260 +1.6% |
| 2013 | $615 -4.5% | $213,870 -4% |
| 2012 | $644 | $222,680 |
| 2011 | $644 +21% | $222,680 -16.3% |
| 2010 | $533 +10% | $265,940 -10.3% |
| 2009 | $484 +9.3% | $296,520 +22.3% |
| 2007 | $443 +5.2% | $242,500 +26.2% |
| 2006 | $421 -15% | $192,160 +18.9% |
| 2005 | $495 +12% | $161,600 +24.2% |
| 2004 | $442 +4.3% | $130,150 +10% |
| 2003 | $424 +1.7% | $118,314 +1.3% |
| 2002 | $417 +1.8% | $116,797 +1.3% |
| 2001 | $409 | $115,280 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: North Michigan Park
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NABunker Hill Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 4/10Brookland Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 3/10Dunbar High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.2 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.
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Estimated market value
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- Washington, DC
- District of Columbia
- Washington
- 20017
- North Michigan Park
- 1252 Emerson St NE
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