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  • $730,000

    5218 1st St NW, Washington, DC 20011

    3beds
    2,080sqft
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    $4,796/mo
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    Townhouse
    Built in 1936
    1,748 Square Feet Lot
    $717,800 Zestimate®
    $351/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Off-street parkingDetached garageFinished basementLaundry roomNew energy-efficient windowsFront porchHistoric picture window
    A Distinctive Tudor-Style Home with Character You Don't Find Every Day Not every Washington, DC home has a floor plan or architectural character like this. Welcome to 5218 1st Street NW, Washington, DC 20011, a distinctive Tudor-style home where classic architecture, solar panels, thoughtful improvements, and flexible living spaces come together beautifully. Offered at $724,900, this three-level home features 3 bedrooms plus a den, 2 full and 1 half baths, a private primary bath, a new kitchen, new energy-efficient windows, hardwood floors, two fireplaces, a finished basement, a laundry room, and a detached garage. Seller-provided data indicates that the solar panel output exceeds the home's electricity consumption, resulting in significant utility savings. The personality of the home reveals itself the moment you step inside. A welcoming foyer with a coat closet provides a proper entry before you step into the living room. Here, impressive lighting, warm hardwood floors, and a beautiful Art Deco iron railing create a striking transition into the main living space. Then your eye is drawn to one of the home's most distinctive architectural features: a historic picture window that has been preserved, while the other windows have been replaced. Framing the room with natural light and a connection to the home's past, it is a feature that cannot be recreated with a renovation. The cozy living room with fireplace invites you to settle in, while the adjoining dining room provides a gracious setting for dinner parties, holidays, and everyday gatherings. The new kitchen brings a fresh, updated feel to the heart of the home, and the adjoining breakfast room creates another inviting space for Morning coffee, casual meals or conversation. This is not a predictable, cookie-cutter floor plan. Each room has a purpose, yet the spaces flow together in a way that gives the home warmth, dimension, and personality. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms, a light-filled den/home office, and 2 full bathrooms. The primary bedroom features the privacy of its own ensuite bath, while a second full hall bath serves the additional bedrooms. The den provides valuable flexibility for today's lifestyle, whether used as a dedicated home office, reading room, study, or creative retreat. And there is still another level to discover. The finished basement expands the home's living possibilities with a second fireplace and half bath. Create a family room, media room, fitness space, hobby area, or comfortable overflow for guests. A dedicated laundry area with a new washer and dryer adds everyday convenience. Outside, 5218 continues to deliver. Relax on the front porch, enjoy the rear outdoor living space, and appreciate the convenience of a detached garage with off-street parking. Start the day with eastern sunrise views and enjoy the glow of western sunsets at day's end. Just outside the front door, a neighborhood triangle park adds something even more difficult to reproduce: a sense of community. On pleasant evenings, it becomes a natural gathering place where neighbors come together, an inviting extension of life at 5218. The home also features solar panels, adding an energy-conscious dimension to ownership. With convenient access to public transportation and destinations throughout Washington, DC, the location adds another layer of everyday convenience. 5218 1st Street NW isn't simply another 3-bedroom home for sale in Washington, DC. It is a distinctive Tudor-style DC home offering architectural character, a historic picture window, an uncommon floor plan, 3 bedrooms plus a den, a private primary bath, a finished basement, two fireplaces, a new kitchen, new windows, hardwood floors, solar panels, outdoor living space, and a detached garage. For buyers searching for a Washington, DC home with character, not one that looks and feels like every other house, 5218 1st Street NW deserves to be seen. Offered at $724,900.
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    Ressie Wallace Wilson 202-359-9641,

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    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2281702MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Den, Breakfast Room
      Breakfast room
      • Level: Main
      Den
      • Level: Upper
      Heating
      • Radiator, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s), Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Energy Efficient Appliances, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
      • Laundry: In Basement, Dryer In Unit, Has Laundry, Lower Level, Washer In Unit
      Features
      • Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Soaking Tub, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Open Floorplan, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Primary Bath(s)
      • Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Ceramic Tile, Wood
      • Doors: ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors, French Doors, Six Panel
      • Windows: Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows, Screens, Wood Frames, Vinyl Clad, Stain/Lead Glass
      • Basement: Other,Windows,Workshop,Space For Rooms,Shelving,Heated,Exterior Entry,Concrete,Rear Entrance,Walk-Out Access
      • Number of fireplaces: 2
      • Fireplace features: Mantel(s), Stone
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,393
      • Total interior livable area: 2,080 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,387
      • Finished area below ground: 693
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Detached
      • Garage spaces: 1
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Three
      • Stories: 3
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch
      • Exterior features: Lighting, Rain Gutters, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Stone Retaining Walls
      • Pool features: None
      • Fencing: Chain Link,Full,Back Yard,Wood
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Garden
      Lot
      • Size: 1,748 Square Feet
      • Features: Landscaped, Level, Rear Yard, Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 3396//0041
      • Zoning: R-3
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Townhouse
      • Architectural style: Tudor
      • Property subtype: Townhouse
      Materials
      • Brick
      • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1936
      • Major remodel year: 2026

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Electric Alarm, Exterior Cameras, Monitored, Motion Detectors, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: Petworth
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      • Amenities included: None
      • Services included: None
      Location
      • Region: Washington

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $351/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $697,620
      • Annual tax amount: $2,997
      • Date on market: 9/10/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $717,800

        $682,000 - $754,000

        $4,294/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/10/2026Listed for sale$730,000$351/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2281702 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2026$5,996 +0.5%$705,400 +0.5%
        2025$5,963 -82.9%$701,560 +0.7%
        2024$34,847 +1942.4%$696,930 +1.3%
        2023$1,706 +0.7%$688,130 +9%
        2022$1,695 +4.4%$631,030 +6.3%
        2021$1,624 +4.8%$593,590 +4.8%
        2020$1,549 +9.5%$566,570 +15.7%
        2018$1,414 +9.7%$489,820 +13.5%
        2017$1,289 +9.7%$431,490 +8.7%
        2016$1,175 +9.9%$396,860 +8.6%
        2015$1,069 +9.5%$365,350 +18.2%
        2014$977 +9.5%$309,210 +3%
        2013$892 +9.2%$300,130 -3.3%
        2012$817 $310,390
        2011$817 +21%$310,390 -15.7%
        2010$675 +10%$368,160 -13.6%
        2009$614 +10.8%$426,190 +19.8%
        2007$554 +5.2%$355,750 +50.1%
        2006$527 -11.6%$237,030 +30.4%
        2005$596 +12%$181,800 +6%
        2004$532 +12%$171,440 +33%
        2003$475 +4%$128,904 +3%
        2002$457 +4.1%$125,140 +3.1%
        2001$439 $121,377
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Petworth

        Getting around

        75 / 100
        Very Walkable
        79 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: District Of Columbia Public Schools

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