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  • $639,000

    817 20th St NE, Washington, DC 20002

    3beds
    1,815sqft
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    $3,894/mo
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    Townhouse
    Built in 1938
    1,597 Square Feet Lot
    $631,900 Zestimate®
    $352/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Fully finished lower levelConveniently located laundry closetSolar panelsTwo generously sized bedroomsUpdated powder roomThree-and-a-half bathroomsThree bedrooms
    Thoughtfully renovated in 2016/2017 and extensively refreshed in 2026, this modern home offers three bedrooms, three-and-a-half bathrooms, multiple living spaces, and fantastic outdoor space. The open-concept main level features beautifully restored and restained red oak hardwood floors, spacious living and dining areas, an updated powder room, and a designer kitchen with a new refrigerator and wine fridge, newer dishwasher, induction stove, abundant counter space, a large breakfast bar, new lighting above the island, and a wall of windows that fills the space with natural light. Upstairs, you’ll find two generously sized bedrooms, each with its own en suite bathroom, including newly updated bathroom vanities. The primary bedroom features new lighting, while a conveniently located laundry closet includes a newer washer and dryer. The fully finished lower level offers exceptional flexibility with new LVP, a spacious rec room, a third bedroom featuring great natural light and two closets, and a third full bathroom. This space is ideal as a guest suite, a home office, or gym. Freshly painted throughout, the home also features new carpeting on the stairs to the basement, custom window treatments, a Nest thermostat, solar panels, and newer gutters with gutter guards. The outdoor spaces have also been thoughtfully refreshed. The charming front yard features new seasonal plantings including daffodils, grape hyacinths, tulips, hostas, and hydrangea. Out back, added topsoil and privacy panels enhance the private backyard and garden, creating an inviting setting for relaxing, entertaining, or dining al fresco. Ideally situated in Trinidad/Carver Langston, the home offers convenient access to the shops, restaurants, and nightlife of the H Street Corridor, the DC Streetcar, the National Arboretum, Rosedale Recreation Center and Pool, and the exciting ongoing development around RFK and along the Benning Road corridor.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Julia Gallagher 301-512-3844,

    Compass,

    Co-Listing Agent: Paul M Basto 908-883-1467,

    Compass

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2273458MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Basement
      • Area: 608
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
      • Laundry: Upper Level
      Features
      • Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Dining Area, Open Floorplan, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Wine Storage
      • Flooring: Wood
      • Windows: Window Treatments
      • Basement: Connecting Stairway,Finished,Heated,Improved,Interior Entry,Windows
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,873
      • Total interior livable area: 1,815 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,265
      • Finished area below ground: 550

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: On Street
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Three
      • Stories: 3
      • Exterior features: Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 1,597 Square Feet
      • Features: Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 4495//0028
      • Zoning: RA-2
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Townhouse
      • Architectural style: Federal
      • Property subtype: Townhouse
      Materials
      • Brick
      • Foundation: Permanent
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1938

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: Trinidad
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Washington

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $352/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $689,900
      • Annual tax amount: $5,222
      • Date on market: 7/22/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $631,900

        $600,000 - $663,000

        $3,952/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/22/2026Listed for sale$639,000+1.9%$352/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2273458 Report a problem
        4/7/2020Sold$627,000+1.1%$345/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        3/5/2020Listed for sale$620,000+9%$342/sqft
        Source: Compass #DCDC460644 Report a problem
        5/10/2017Sold$569,000-1.9%$313/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        4/10/2017Pending sale$579,900$320/sqft
        Source: Real Living At Home #DC9888486 Report a problem
        4/8/2017Price change$579,900-3.3%$320/sqft
        Source: Real Living At Home #DC9888486 Report a problem
        3/23/2017Price change$599,900-1.5%$331/sqft
        Source: Real Living At Home #DC9888486 Report a problem
        3/16/2017Listed for sale$609,000+103%$336/sqft
        Source: Real Living At Home #DC9888486 Report a problem
        9/1/2016Sold$300,000$165/sqft
        Source: Long & Foster Broker Feed #1001334029_100 Report a problem
        1/4/2012Listing removed$1,500$1/sqft
        Source: Avery-Hess, Realtors #DC7702733 Report a problem
        10/5/2011Listed for rent$1,500$1/sqft
        Source: Avery-Hess, Realtors #DC7702733 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$5,222 -2.6%$704,180 -1.9%
        2024$5,362 +3.9%$717,870 +3.9%
        2023$5,158 +1.8%$690,870 +2.4%
        2022$5,067 +7.2%$674,870 +6.7%
        2021$4,728 +65.4%$632,620 +4.4%
        2020$2,859 +20%$605,670 +71.3%
        2018$2,381 -4.1%$353,500 +7.6%
        2017$2,484 +0.8%$328,500 +13.3%
        2016$2,465 +18.5%$289,970 +18.5%
        2015$2,080 +30.8%$244,690 +30.9%
        2014$1,590 +7.2%$187,000 +7.2%
        2013$1,482 -10.5%$174,400 -10.5%
        2012$1,657 $194,930
        2011$1,657 +94.7%$194,930 -22.1%
        2010$851 $250,280 -8.6%
        2009-- $273,830 +16.4%
        2007-- $235,280 +59.4%
        2006-- $147,600 +6.4%
        2005-- $138,700 +35.6%
        2004$617 +90.9%$102,260 +5.1%
        2003$323 +4.4%$97,340 +3%
        2002$310 +13.8%$94,503 +9%
        2001$272 $86,700
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Langston

        Getting around

        71 / 100
        Very Walkable
        78 / 100
        Very Bikeable

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        • District: District Of Columbia Public Schools

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