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Sold for $685,000
    • $685,000

    838 Buchanan St NE, Washington, DC 20017

    4beds
    1,675sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1948
    2,499 Square Feet Lot
    $684,400 Zestimate®
    $409/sqft
    $3,850 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $684,400

    $650,000 - $719,000

    $3,850/mo

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    What's special

    Private off-street parkingFully finished lower levelNew flooringThree upper-level bedroomsImpressive backyardOpen main levelStunning eat-in kitchen
    Beautiful 2025 renovation of this three-level Michigan Park townhome! Special financing available: rates as low as 5.625%, with as little as 3% down, no points, no mortgage insurance, and a $ 1,500 closing cost grant. Ask for more info. Thoughtfully reimagined from top to bottom, every detail has been updated, creating bright, comfortable spaces that blend modern sophistication with everyday livability. The open main level shines with new flooring and a seamless layout, anchored by a stunning eat-in kitchen featuring high-end stainless steel appliances, designer fixtures, and a generous center island. The home offers three upper-level bedrooms, two and a half stylish baths, and a fully finished lower level that adds flexibility for guests, work, or recreation. Outside, an impressive backyard provides room to relax and entertain, with the added convenience of private off-street parking. Less than one mile from the Fort Totten Metro (Red and Green Lines), the home is surrounded by outstanding amenities for an active lifestyle. Nearby Turkey Thicket Recreation Center features an indoor pool, gym, athletic fields, playground, spray park, and tennis courts, while NPS-managed Fort Totten Park offers expansive green space and scenic trails—all just moments from your door.

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    Listed by:

    David Evans 202-246-9212,

    Compass

    Bought with:

    Nancy Miranda, SP98362948

    RE/MAX Allegiance

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2234276MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Half Bath
    Bedroom 1
    • Level: Upper
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Upper
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Upper
    Bathroom 1
    • Level: Upper
    Bathroom 1
    • Level: Lower
    Half bath
    • Level: Main
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Electric
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Cooktop, Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Disposal, Microwave, Electric Water Heater
    • Laundry: Dryer In Unit, Has Laundry, Washer In Unit
    Features
    • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
    • Basement: Finished,Rear Entrance,Connecting Stairway,Improved
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,811
    • Total interior livable area: 1,675 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,122
    • Finished area below ground: 553

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Private, Off Street
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Three
    • Stories: 3
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 2,499 Square Feet
    • Features: Unknown Soil Type
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 3794//0003
    • Zoning: RA
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Flat
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1948
    • Major remodel year: 2025

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: North Michigan Park
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Washington

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $409/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $505,200
    • Annual tax amount: $2,836
    • Date on market: 1/8/2026
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan,FHA
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    3/30/2026Sold$685,000$409/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2234276 Report a problem
    2/25/2026Pending sale$685,000$409/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2234276 Report a problem
    1/8/2026Listed for sale$685,000$409/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2234276 Report a problem
    12/9/2025Listing removed$685,000$409/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2229952 Report a problem
    11/16/2025Price change$685,000-2.1%$409/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2229952 Report a problem
    10/31/2025Listed for sale$699,999$418/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2229952 Report a problem
    10/31/2025Listing removed$699,999$418/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2221892 Report a problem
    10/27/2025Price change$699,999-1.4%$418/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2221892 Report a problem
    10/16/2025Price change$710,000-2.1%$424/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2221892 Report a problem
    9/14/2025Listed for sale$725,000+75.8%$433/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2221892 Report a problem
    2/7/2025Sold$412,500-5%$246/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2169178 Report a problem
    1/16/2025Pending sale$434,000$259/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2169178 Report a problem
    1/2/2025Listed for sale$434,000$259/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2169178 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$1,407 +1.1%$501,770 +1.3%
    2024$1,391 +1.1%$495,250 +3.9%
    2023$1,377 +0.4%$476,650 +6.6%
    2022$1,372 +4.2%$446,990 +4.5%
    2021$1,316 +4.8%$427,840 +1.1%
    2020$1,256 +9.4%$423,140 +14.9%
    2018$1,149 +9.6%$368,150 +7.7%
    2017$1,048 +9.7%$341,930 +5.2%
    2016$955 +9.9%$325,040 +12.7%
    2015$870 +9.3%$288,480 +12.1%
    2014$796 +0.1%$257,400 +0.5%
    2013$795 -2.9%$256,140 -1.8%
    2012$819 $260,740
    2011$819 +21%$260,740 -10.1%
    2010$677 +10%$289,990 -14.6%
    2009$615 +10.8%$339,410 +19.7%
    2007$555 +5.2%$283,560 +23.8%
    2006$528 -11.5%$229,060 +21.5%
    2005$597 +12%$188,500 +21.7%
    2004$533 +12%$154,880 +20%
    2003$476 +3.4%$129,069 +2.6%
    2002$460 +3.5%$125,809 +2.7%
    2001$444 $122,548
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Michigan Park

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    • 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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