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Sold for $1,432,700
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    1812 Upshur St NW, Washington, DC 20011

    3beds
    2,236sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1938
    5,043 Square Feet Lot
    $1,744,800 Zestimate®
    $641/sqft
    $5,658 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,744,800

    $1.55M - $1.99M

    $5,658/mo

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    OFFERS DUE ON MONDAY, 9/30/24, BY 5:00 PM. PRIME LOCATION, HISTORIC CHARM, AND SPACIOUS OUTDOOR LIVING! Welcome to 1812 Upshur St NW, a charming center-stair Colonial in the coveted Crestwood neighborhood of Washington, DC. The home features 3+ bedrooms and 3 baths, blending history and modern conveniences in a peaceful, tucked-away setting. Enjoy the tranquility of low traffic and proximity to Rock Creek Park, making it an obvious choice to call home. The main level features the recently renovated and spacious eat-in kitchen which has SS appliances and quartz countertops, and offers direct access to the backyard, while the inviting dining room is large enough to host family gatherings. The bright living room features a fireplace and large windows that fill the space with natural light and opens to a solarium/sunroom. The enclosed solarium can serve as an office, relaxation area, or sun porch. The upper level has three bedrooms (one with ensuite bath), and two bathrooms. There is a carpeted attic accessible by stairway, perfect for a playroom or upstairs activity room. The versatile basement is newly carpeted and includes a cozy activity room with a fireplace, garage access, a laundry room, a third bath, and ample storage. The backyard is large, level, and fenced, and has a paved parking pad (4 cars easily), private driveway, and an attached one-car garage. The house was freshly painted, and all wood floors refinished; HVAC system is recent, durable slate roof and concrete basement. This lovely home, which was previously owned by the inspiring and pioneering journalist and civil rights activist, Dorothy Butler Gilliam, beautifully combines charm and modern convenience—come see it for yourself! With recent interest rate decreases, now is the perfect time to invest in this exceptional property. Don't miss your chance to call this stunning home yours!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Leigh Slaughter 202-420-1820,

    Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

    Bought with:

    Ross Vann, 0225091943

    Compass

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2159628MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Basement
    • Area: 512
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Natural Gas
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Microwave, Gas Water Heater
    Features
    • Attic, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Upgraded Countertops
    • Flooring: Wood
    • Basement: Garage Access,Exterior Entry,Partially Finished
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,236
    • Total interior livable area: 2,236 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,724
    • Finished area below ground: 512

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Garage Door Opener, Basement, Concrete, Enclosed, Attached
    • Attached garage spaces: 1
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Screened
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: Full,Wood
    Lot
    • Size: 5,043 sqft
    • Features: Near National Park, Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Has additional parcels: Yes
    • Parcel number: 2638//0821
    • Zoning: R-1A--RESIDENTIAL
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Slab
    • Roof: Slate
    Condition
    • Good,Very Good
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1938
    • Major remodel year: 1961

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Electric Alarm
    Location
    • Region: Washington
    • Subdivision: Crestwood

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Conventional
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/30/2024Sold$1,432,700+10.3%$641/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2159628 Report a problem
    10/1/2024Pending sale$1,299,000$581/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2159628 Report a problem
    9/21/2024Listed for sale$1,299,000+365.6%$581/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2159628 Report a problem
    7/1/1996Sold$279,000$125/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$7,839 +1.3%$1,012,130 +1.4%
    2024$7,742 +5.9%$997,890 +5.1%
    2023$7,314 +9.3%$949,280 +9.6%
    2022$6,694 +2.1%$866,230 +2.2%
    2021$6,557 +3.3%$847,710 +3.1%
    2020$6,346 +8.8%$822,290 +8.3%
    2018$5,832 +6.3%$759,430 +5.8%
    2017$5,485 +4.5%$717,780 +4.2%
    2016$5,248 +5.6%$689,150 +5%
    2015$4,971 +8.7%$656,170 +7.9%
    2014$4,572 -2.1%$608,100 -1.7%
    2013$4,671 -2.8%$618,580 -2.3%
    2012$4,806 $632,960
    2011$4,806 -3.4%$632,960 -3.1%
    2010$4,978 +3.4%$653,160 -14.7%
    2009$4,813 +15.3%$765,720 +1.6%
    2007$4,176 +5.2%$753,710 +21.1%
    2006$3,969 -10.6%$622,480 +22.3%
    2005$4,437 +12%$508,820 +12.9%
    2004$3,962 +9.3%$450,670 +6%
    2003$3,624 +25%$424,990 +28%
    2002$2,899 +16.7%$332,022 +15%
    2001$2,484 $288,715

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Crestwood

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Powell
    • Middle: Deal
    • High: Roosevelt High School At Macfarland
    • 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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