Set prominently along MacArthur Boulevard, this expansive residence offers over 5,000 square feet of interior living space across three finished levels, presenting a rare opportunity for customization, renovation, or investment in a sought-after NW Washington, DC location. The main level offers generous scale and a flexible layout, featuring multiple living areas including a formal living room, additional sitting room, and a spacious family room with fireplace. The kitchen is centrally positioned with access to adjacent dining and living spaces, creating a strong foundation for reimagining the flow and design. A main-level bedroom and full bath add versatility for future use. This level is ready for updates, offering the chance to tailor the space to your vision. Upstairs, the home opens to a well-maintained upper level in good condition, featuring a large primary suite with walk-in closet, ensuite bath, and private balcony. A dramatic, oversized studio space provides exceptional flexibility for a home office, creative workspace, or additional bedroom, while a separate library adds further dimension to the layout. The lower level expands the footprint with a large recreation room, additional bedroom, full bath, and storage. Similar to the main level, this space presents an opportunity for renovation and customization to maximize value and functionality. With its substantial size, flexible layout, and prime location, this property offers an exceptional opportunity to create a dream home or capitalize on its potential as an investment property.
Under contract
$1,499,999
5248 Macarthur Blvd NW, Washington, DC 20016
4beds
5,015sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1999
5,750 Square Feet Lot
$1,441,600 Zestimate®
$299/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Three finished levels
- 95 days |
- 670 |
- 23 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Barak Sky 301-742-5759,
Serhant,
Listing Team: The Sky Group
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2225976
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 1671
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,015
- Total interior livable area: 5,015 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,344
- Finished area below ground: 1,671
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 8
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 5,750 Square Feet
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1417//0044
- Zoning: R
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1999
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Palisades
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $299/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,509,540
- Annual tax amount: $11,816
- Date on market: 4/2/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$1,441,600
$1.37M - $1.51M
$7,648/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/26/2026 | Contingent | $1,499,999$299/sqft |
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| 4/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,499,999$299/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,816 +2% | $1,480,020 +2.1% |
| 2024 | $11,586 +3.1% | $1,450,150 +3.2% |
| 2023 | $11,236 +4.9% | $1,405,830 +5% |
| 2022 | $10,709 +1.7% | $1,338,540 +1.8% |
| 2021 | $10,527 +1.8% | $1,314,770 +1.7% |
| 2020 | $10,344 +6.5% | $1,292,660 +6.3% |
| 2018 | $9,714 +4.5% | $1,216,140 +4.3% |
| 2017 | $9,294 +4.2% | $1,165,810 +4% |
| 2016 | $8,918 +3.7% | $1,120,880 +3.5% |
| 2015 | $8,601 +2% | $1,083,260 +2% |
| 2014 | $8,435 -4.9% | $1,062,510 -4.5% |
| 2013 | $8,865 -0.4% | $1,112,080 -0.2% |
| 2012 | $8,899 | $1,114,480 |
| 2011 | $8,899 +2.8% | $1,114,480 -3% |
| 2010 | $8,660 +10% | $1,149,280 -14.5% |
| 2009 | $7,873 +15.9% | $1,343,850 +5.1% |
| 2007 | $6,794 +5.2% | $1,278,450 +12.3% |
| 2006 | $6,457 +0.7% | $1,138,760 +5.1% |
| 2005 | $6,413 +12% | $1,083,450 +31.5% |
| 2004 | $5,726 +12% | $823,710 +46.4% |
| 2003 | $5,113 +4.9% | $562,560 +4.6% |
| 2002 | $4,876 | $537,895 |
| 2001 | $4,876 | $537,895 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: The Palisades
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Key Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10Hardy Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 5/10MacArthur High SchoolGrades: 9-10Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Key
- Middle: Hardy
- 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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- Washington, DC
- District of Columbia
- Washington
- 20016
- The Palisades
- 5248 Macarthur Blvd NW






