Located in the historic Marlyn building and new to the market, this studio is freshly painted and has newly refinished floors. Perfect for the first time buyer or for one who is downsizing. The unit is located near the main entrance but far enough for a tranquil lifestyle. Amenities are in abundance-- sauna, fitness room, bike room, laundry room, and front desk concierge concierge. Escape to the roof deck for a panoramic view, including the National Cathedral. The ideal location offers close access to bus and metro, restaurants, and shopping. Reasonable condo fee for the area. Lowest-priced studio within miles. Unit is #111 but listed on tax record as #16. Sold AS IS.
For sale
$185,000
3901 Cathedral Ave NW #111, Washington, DC 20016
0beds
531sqft
Condominium
Built in 1938
-- sqft lot
$207,600 Zestimate®
$348/sqft
$633/mo HOA
What's special
Newly refinished floorsFreshly painted
- 95 days |
- 75 |
- 4 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Thomas McGlynn 301-512-1155,
HomeSmart
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2254864
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Kitchen
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Solid Hardwood
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Other
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 531
- Total interior livable area: 531 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 531
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Public, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Elevator Installed
Features
- Levels: Seven
- Stories: 7
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1815//2016
- Zoning: R5A
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1938
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Condo and coop fee: $633 monthly
- Subdivision: Observatory Circle
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Concierge, Meeting Room, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Laundry
- Services included: All Ground Fee, Air Conditioning, Common Area Maintenance, Heat, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Management, Reserve Funds, Sauna, Snow Removal, Trash, Water
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $348/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $196,390
- Annual tax amount: $298
- Date on market: 4/8/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Ownership: Condominium
Estimated market value
$207,600
$185,000 - $230,000
$1,881/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $185,000+131.3%$348/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DCDC2254864 Report a problem | ||
| 1/29/1996 | Sold | $80,000$151/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,145 +0.2% | $240,250 +1.5% |
| 2024 | $1,143 -15.3% | $236,700 -8.1% |
| 2023 | $1,350 +6.2% | $257,520 +6.4% |
| 2022 | $1,271 +1.4% | $241,960 +0.6% |
| 2021 | $1,253 +0.5% | $240,410 +8.1% |
| 2020 | $1,247 +1.2% | $222,400 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $1,232 -16.6% | $218,310 -11.3% |
| 2017 | $1,477 +1.5% | $246,160 +0.2% |
| 2016 | $1,455 +9.8% | $245,550 -1.7% |
| 2015 | $1,325 +9.2% | $249,850 +2.5% |
| 2014 | $1,214 +9.2% | $243,830 -1.7% |
| 2013 | $1,112 +8.7% | $248,130 -0.5% |
| 2012 | $1,023 | $249,280 |
| 2011 | $1,023 +21% | $249,280 +0.2% |
| 2010 | $846 +40.6% | $248,690 -4.8% |
| 2009 | $602 +5.1% | $261,170 +3.7% |
| 2007 | $572 +5.2% | $251,920 +26% |
| 2006 | $544 -40.2% | $200,010 +24.3% |
| 2005 | $910 +12% | $160,910 +14.4% |
| 2004 | $812 +12% | $140,700 +24.5% |
| 2003 | $725 +25% | $113,050 +25% |
| 2002 | $580 +38.5% | $90,440 +22.8% |
| 2001 | $419 | $73,644 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Cathedral Heights
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Eaton Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Hardy Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 5/10MacArthur High SchoolGrades: 9-10Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Wilson 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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- 3901 Cathedral Ave NW Unit 111
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