Welcome to 221 Nicholson Street NE in Riggs Park! This brick semi-detached home features three levels, two bedrooms, two full bathrooms, paid-off solar panels, and off-street parking. The solar panels can help lower electric bills and may provide extra income through solar energy credits. There is no solar lease payment. Off the kitchen, a bonus room provides extra space for relaxing, dining, or working from home. The walkout basement has a full bathroom, walk-in closet, and laundry area, with flexible space for a family room or hobbies. The updated kitchen features wood cabinets, a decorative tile backsplash, and a gas stove. The rear deck is a great spot to relax or enjoy an outdoor meal. An 8x8 ft Amish-built shed provides extra storage space. Updates include six energy-efficient, double-pane windows, a 90% efficient gas furnace with central AC installed in 2016, and a 40-gallon gas water heater replaced in 2022. Nearby conveniences include Fort Totten Metro, the Lamond-Riggs/Lillian J. Huff Library, Walmart, and the Riggs-LaSalle Community Center. Minutes from the DC/MD line and major roads. *** Extra living space, useful updates, and extra income from paid-off solar panels make this home a wonderful opportunity to add your own personal touch!***
For sale
$479,900
221 Nicholson St NE, Washington, DC 20011
2beds
1,556sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
2,172 Square Feet Lot
$475,200 Zestimate®
$308/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Convenient off-street parkingThree levelsTwo bedroomsBrick semi-detached homeDecorative tile backsplashGas rangeKitchen features wood cabinetry
- 9 days
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Hilda Coburn 240-475-0016,
Bennett Realty Solutions
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2289378
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 432
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Combination Dining/Living, Upgraded Countertops, Kitchen - Galley
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Windows,Walk-Out Access,Other
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,556
- Total interior livable area: 1,556 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,124
- Finished area below ground: 432
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Permit Required, Off Street, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Brick
- Exterior features: Lighting, Rain Gutters, Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2,172 Square Feet
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 3711//0086
- Zoning: R-2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Slab, Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
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: $308/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $443,810
- Annual tax amount: $3,001
- Date on market: 10/26/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange,FHA,Negotiable
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$475,200
$451,000 - $499,000
$2,418/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $479,900+379.9%$308/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DCDC2289378 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/1994 | Sold | $100,000$64/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,001 +0.5% | $445,040 +0.9% |
| 2025 | $2,985 +2.8% | $441,030 +2% |
| 2024 | $2,902 +9% | $432,340 +2.2% |
| 2023 | $2,662 +8.2% | $422,840 +6.7% |
| 2022 | $2,461 +9.1% | $396,360 +3.6% |
| 2021 | $2,256 +9.7% | $382,450 +1.8% |
| 2020 | $2,055 +19.8% | $375,830 +12.9% |
| 2018 | $1,716 +9.5% | $332,770 +9.5% |
| 2017 | $1,567 +9.6% | $303,810 +14.2% |
| 2016 | $1,431 +9.8% | $266,130 +17.7% |
| 2015 | $1,303 +9.1% | $226,050 +7.3% |
| 2014 | $1,195 +0.4% | $210,740 +0.8% |
| 2013 | $1,189 -3.2% | $209,040 -4.3% |
| 2012 | $1,229 | $218,340 |
| 2011 | $1,229 +21% | $218,340 -14.4% |
| 2010 | $1,016 +10% | $255,150 -9.7% |
| 2009 | $924 +9% | $282,580 +23.7% |
| 2007 | $848 +5.2% | $228,360 +25.7% |
| 2006 | $806 -15.7% | $181,720 +21.8% |
| 2005 | $956 +12% | $149,250 +16.4% |
| 2004 | $854 +12% | $128,230 +17.2% |
| 2003 | $762 +1.8% | $109,413 +1.3% |
| 2002 | $749 +1.8% | $108,010 +1.3% |
| 2001 | $735 | $106,608 |
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Neighborhood: Riggs Park
Nearby schools
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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