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Sold for $1,010,000
  • $1,010,000

    1516 Buchanan St NW, Washington, DC 20011

    5beds
    2,176sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1916
    2,687 Square Feet Lot
    $1,012,700 Zestimate®
    $464/sqft
    $5,204 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,012,700

    $962,000 - $1.06M

    $5,204/mo

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    What's special

    Brick residenceIncome-producing lower-level unitTwo-and-a-half bathsThree bedroomsTraditional two-story layoutClassic washington dc rowhouseHardwood flooring
    Classic 16th Street Heights residence with timeless rowhouse character... Welcome to 1516 Buchanan Street NW, a classic Washington, DC rowhouse located in the sought-after 16th Street Heights area. Built in 1916, this brick residence offers approximately 2,608 square feet of updated living space, three bedrooms, and two-and-a-half baths in the main residence, plus a separately metered two-bedroom, one-bath potential income-producing basement unit. Historic neighborhood charm, hardwood flooring, a traditional two-story layout, a backyard deck designed for relaxed outdoor ambiance, and solar panels that add modern efficiency create a compelling opportunity for buyers seeking flexibility, space, and added rental potential in Northwest DC. With its established address, solid proportions, inviting outdoor deck, energy-conscious solar panels, and income-producing lower-level unit, 1516 Buchanan Street NW presents an appealing opportunity in one of Northwest Washington’s well-loved residential neighborhoods. Whether envisioned as a comfortable primary residence, or an investment-minded purchase, this home offers space, location, outdoor ambiance, rental potential, and classic DC appeal. Positioned in 16th Street Heights this property has convenient access to parks, transit corridors, neighborhood amenities, shops, and dining

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Diedra Alexander 301-643-5194,

    Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

    Bought with:

    Tom Buerger, SP98358924

    Compass

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2280522MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Bonus Room
    Bonus room
    • Features: Attic - Finished, Attic - Walk-Up
    • Level: Upper
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    Family room
    • Level: Lower
    Foyer
    • Level: Main
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    Mud room
    • Level: Main
    Heating
    • Hot Water, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Down Draft, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Mud Room
    Features
    • Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Crown Molding, Floor Plan - Traditional, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Dry Wall
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Tile/Brick, Wood
    • Windows: Casement, Double Hung, Window Treatments
    • Basement: Partial,Front Entrance,Finished,Heated,Improved,Exterior Entry,Rear Entrance,Windows
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,608
    • Total interior livable area: 2,176 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,752
    • Finished area below ground: 424

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Garage Door Opener, Detached, On Street
    • Garage spaces: 1
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Four
    • Stories: 4
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 2,687 Square Feet
    • Features: Unknown Soil Type
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 2702//0017
    • Zoning: RF1
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: Transitional
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Brick/Mortar
    • Roof: Rubber
    Condition
    • Excellent
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1916

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
    • Sewer: Public Septic, Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available, Sewer Available
    Green energy
    • Energy generation: PV Solar Array(s) Owned
    • Water conservation: Water Recycling

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
    • Subdivision: 16th Street Heights
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Washington

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $464/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $806,710
    • Annual tax amount: $6,122
    • Date on market: 8/28/2026
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Exclusions: Furniture, Accessories, Planters
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/25/2026Sold$1,010,000+1%$464/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2280522 Report a problem
    8/31/2026Pending sale$999,950$460/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2280522 Report a problem
    8/28/2026Listed for sale$999,950+713.6%$460/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2280522 Report a problem
    12/6/1995Sold$122,900$56/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2026$6,122 +1.5%$812,200 +1.6%
    2025$6,035 +0.7%$799,790 +1%
    2024$5,992 +7.8%$791,970 +5.8%
    2023$5,561 +9%$748,390 +10.3%
    2022$5,100 +7%$678,720 +2.8%
    2021$4,768 +9.9%$660,190 +1.6%
    2020$4,339 +20.4%$649,890 +8.4%
    2018$3,604 +9.8%$599,370 +9.6%
    2017$3,283 +9.8%$546,990 +10.3%
    2016$2,990 +9.9%$495,970 +6.2%
    2015$2,721 +9.6%$467,070 +9.1%
    2014$2,483 +9.6%$428,220 -0.7%
    2013$2,266 +9.3%$431,290 -1.9%
    2012$2,072 $439,480
    2011$2,072 +21%$439,480 -2.4%
    2010$1,712 +10%$450,220 -9%
    2009$1,557 +12%$494,960 +6.9%
    2007$1,389 +5.2%$463,120 +14.6%
    2006$1,320 -8.6%$404,200 +23.5%
    2005$1,445 +12%$327,290 +45.5%
    2004$1,290 +12%$224,940 +50%
    2003$1,152 +2.5%$149,963 +2%
    2002$1,124 +2.5%$147,089 +2%
    2001$1,096 $144,216
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Sixteenth Street Heights

    Nearby schools

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    • 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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