Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom home nestled in the historic Petworth neighborhood of Washington DC. Boasting original hardwood floors throughout, this property exudes character and potential. Ideal for investors seeking a prime opportunity or first-time homebuyers with a vision, this residence offers the perfect canvas for customization and personalization. Embrace the rich history of the area while envisioning the limitless possibilities to make this house your dream home. Don't miss out on this rare gem in one of DC's most sought-after neighborhoods! This is an estate sale and the home is being sold as is.
Sold for $530,000
$530,000
537 Buchanan St NW, Washington, DC 20011
3beds
1,080sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
1,616 Square Feet Lot
$658,900 Zestimate®
$491/sqft
$2,437 Estimated rent
Home value
$658,900
$567,000 - $764,000
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Listed by:
Norman Harvey 202-560-6264,
Samson Properties
Bought with:
Phillip Metcalf, SP98378591
Fairfax Realty Premier
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2148108
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Radiator, Electric
Cooling
- Other, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,080
- Total interior livable area: 1,080 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,080
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Doors - Swing In
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,616 sqft
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 3218//0119
- Zoning: R3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Washington
- Subdivision: Petworth
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/9/2024 | Sold | $530,000-2.8%$491/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DCDC2148108 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2024 | Pending sale | $545,000$505/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2148108 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2024 | Price change | $545,000-5.2%$505/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2148108 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2024 | Price change | $575,000-4.2%$532/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2141650 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2024 | Pending sale | $600,000$556/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2141650 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2024 | Listed for sale | $600,000$556/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2141650 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,180 +294.6% | $609,440 -0.5% |
| 2024 | $1,313 +1% | $612,480 +2.1% |
| 2023 | $1,300 +0.3% | $599,590 +11.7% |
| 2022 | $1,296 +4.2% | $536,650 +4.8% |
| 2021 | $1,244 +4.8% | $512,080 +3.8% |
| 2020 | $1,187 +9.3% | $493,160 +14.9% |
| 2018 | $1,086 +9.6% | $429,140 +13.6% |
| 2017 | $991 +9.6% | $377,860 +8.8% |
| 2016 | $904 +9.8% | $347,320 +7.5% |
| 2015 | $823 +9.3% | $323,220 +25% |
| 2014 | $753 +9.3% | $258,490 +2.7% |
| 2013 | $689 +8.9% | $251,660 -4.2% |
| 2012 | $632 | $262,620 |
| 2011 | $632 +21% | $262,620 -14.5% |
| 2010 | $522 +23.2% | $307,290 -11.5% |
| 2009 | $424 +8.3% | $347,390 +22% |
| 2007 | $391 +5.2% | $284,830 +24.9% |
| 2006 | $372 -17.1% | $228,000 +26.7% |
| 2005 | $449 +12% | $179,980 +12.9% |
| 2004 | $401 -44% | $159,450 +52.5% |
| 2003 | $716 +2.3% | $104,560 +1.6% |
| 2002 | $700 +2.3% | $102,900 +1.6% |
| 2001 | $684 | $101,241 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Petworth
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Barnard Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10MacFarland Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High School @ MacFarlandGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
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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Estimated market value
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- Washington, DC
- District of Columbia
- Washington
- 20011
- Petworth
- 537 Buchanan St NW
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