Short Sale! Welcome to 213 Van Buren Street NW, a lovely three Bedroom, two bathroom single family home in the Takoma neighborhood. Located just four blocks from the Takoma Metro Station. Originally constructed ca. 1924, and renovated in 2005, this home blends historic character with modern upgrades. hardwood floors, a renovated kitchen, updated baths, all with charming accents. This home boasts a screened-in porch, living room with functional fireplace, formal dining room, and two large bedrooms on the main level. The living room features a fireplace, flowing effortlessly into a spacious dining room. Just beyond the bedroom, a sunlit office offers the perfect work-from-home space. Upstairs, you'll find a huge open bedroom with ample sunlight. The lower level adds versatility with a large family room, a full bath, laundry area, and ample storage. Outdoors, enjoy a fenced private yard, beautifully crafted flagstone pathway, and a large rear yard. This prime location offers a true neighborhood feel with unparalleled access to shops, restaurants, parks, and entertainment. local farmer’s market, and summer concerts in the parks.—all less than half a mile to the Takoma Metro. The adjacent 4700 sqft lot is separately deeded and available for purchase. Short Sale: Buyer agrees to pay short sale processing fee of $6,000 OR 2% OF THE PURCHASE PRICE, WHICHEVER IS GREATER, to Capital Short Sale Group.
Pending
$625,000
213 Van Buren St NW, Washington, DC 20012
3beds
2,022sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
6,750 Square Feet Lot
$614,200 Zestimate®
$309/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautifully crafted flagstone pathwayAmple storageSunlit officeUpdated bathsLaundry areaFenced private yardLarge rear yard
- 387 days
- 228
- 12
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Robert Morris 202-213-5184,
Keller Williams Capital Properties,
Listing Team: Dmv War Team, Co-Listing Team: Dmv War Team,Co-Listing Agent: Russell Carter 202-953-0777,
Keller Williams Capital Properties
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2220214
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Office, Utility Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Level: Lower
Basement
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Main
Screened porch
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer, Cooktop, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Floor Plan - Traditional
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Glass Doors
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,198
- Total interior livable area: 2,022 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,022
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street, Other
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Screened Porch
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 6,750 Square Feet
- Features: Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 3365//0829
- Zoning: R3
- Special conditions: Short Sale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1924
- Major remodel year: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Monitored, Motion Detectors, Security System, Smoke Detector(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Takoma
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $309/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $727,840
- Annual tax amount: $1,794
- Date on market: 9/2/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,1031 Exchange,FHA 203(b),VA Loan,Wrap,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$614,200
$583,000 - $645,000
$3,904/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/17/2026 | Pending sale | $625,000$309/sqft |
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| 8/28/2026 | Listing removed | $625,000$309/sqft |
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| 7/31/2026 | Price change | $625,000-3.8%$309/sqft |
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| 6/19/2026 | Price change | $650,000-25.7%$321/sqft |
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| 1/16/2026 | Price change | $875,000-2.8%$433/sqft |
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| 1/12/2026 | Price change | $900,000-2.7%$445/sqft |
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| 1/6/2026 | Price change | $925,000-2.6%$457/sqft |
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| 12/30/2025 | Price change | $950,000-2.6%$470/sqft |
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| 11/14/2025 | Price change | $975,000-2.5%$482/sqft |
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| 9/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,000,000$495/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,845 +1.5% | $728,370 +0.1% |
| 2025 | $1,818 +1.3% | $727,840 -0.1% |
| 2024 | $1,794 +1.3% | $728,460 +6.8% |
| 2023 | $1,771 +0.7% | $681,770 +12.1% |
| 2022 | $1,759 +4.4% | $608,260 +4.9% |
| 2021 | $1,685 +4.8% | $580,100 +0.7% |
| 2020 | $1,607 +9.5% | $575,800 +11.5% |
| 2018 | $1,467 +9.7% | $516,250 +7.9% |
| 2017 | $1,337 +9.7% | $478,510 -1% |
| 2016 | $1,218 +9.9% | $483,480 +5.6% |
| 2015 | $1,109 +9.5% | $457,790 +5.2% |
| 2014 | $1,013 +9.5% | $435,210 +5.4% |
| 2013 | $925 +9.2% | $413,040 +4.5% |
| 2012 | $847 | $395,440 |
| 2011 | $847 +21% | $395,440 -4% |
| 2010 | $700 +17.4% | $411,730 -8.8% |
| 2009 | $596 +10.6% | $451,400 +16.6% |
| 2007 | $539 +5.2% | $387,160 +21.5% |
| 2006 | $512 -12% | $318,550 +17% |
| 2005 | $582 +12% | $272,330 +35.2% |
| 2004 | $519 +12% | $201,420 +59.1% |
| 2003 | $464 +0.4% | $126,601 +0.3% |
| 2002 | $462 +0.4% | $126,183 +0.3% |
| 2001 | $460 | $125,766 |
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Neighborhood: Riggs Park
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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