1217 Varnum Street NE, Washington, DC 20017 - Photo 1

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$638,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
2 Full Baths
2,503 Sq. Ft.
Updated 7 days ago

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Property Description

Discover Comfort and Convenience in Brookland! Welcome to your new home in the sought-after Brookland community. This beautifully maintained property offers 4 bedrooms and 1 full bath and 2 half baths, with separate living and dining rooms that provide ample space for both everyday living and entertainment. Stay warm on crisp evenings with a charming, fully functional fireplace that adds to the cozy ambiance created by radiator heat. Gleaming hardwood floors flow throughout the first and second levels, giving the home a classic and timeless feel. Enjoy outdoor living in the spacious backyard, complete with a deck and outdoor TV-perfect for gatherings or quiet nights under the stars. This home has been freshly painted and new carpet. Recent updates include a one-year-old roof and a waterproofed basement for added peace of mind. Ideally located near shopping, dining, and entertainment, with easy access to Brookland and Fort Totten Metro stations, as well as major routes like South Dakota Ave., Michigan Ave., Missouri Ave., and the Maryland border. Your next chapter starts here!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 1217 Varnum St NE

General

Sold For: $638,000
Taxes: $4,863 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
MLS ID: DCDC2194722
Added to Site: 307 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 10
Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Interior Features: Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Carpet, Wood Floors
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Appliances: Stove, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Built-In Microwave
Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2
Upper Floor Baths: 1
Upper - Full Baths: 1
Main Floor Baths: 1
Main - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedrooms Upper: 4

Other Rooms

Laundry: Basement, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit

Exterior

Exterior Features: Other
Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s), Porch(es), Patio(s)

Parking

Total Spaces: 1
Parking Type: Driveway, On Street

Location

County: WASHINGTON
Subdivision: BROOKLAND
Driving Directions: GPS
City Limits: Yes

School Information

School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Heating Type: Radiator
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Colonial
Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
Construction: Brick, Vinyl Siding
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Partially Finished
Foundation: Block
Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Square Feet: 2,503
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Living Area: 1,975 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,658 Sq. Ft.
Finished Below Grnd: 317 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1927
Year Built Source: Assessor
Property Condition: Excellent

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.09
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,848
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R
Fencing (Description): Partially

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $398.01
Assessment Year: 2024
City/TownTax: $4,863
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $688,010
Tax Amount: $4,863
Tax Year: 2024
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1975

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Number: 69

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Schools

Schools serving 1217 Varnum St NE

School District:District of Columbia Public Schools

Name	Grades	Distance
Bunker Hill Elementary School, Washington, DC 1401 Michigan Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC 20017	K-5	0.2 mi
Brookland MS 1150 Michigan Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC 20017	6-8	0.3 mi
Dunbar High School 101 N Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20001	9-12	2.7 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 1217 Varnum St NE

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

2/12/2026

Sold

$638,000

-3.32%

MLS

9/17/2025

Price Reduced

$659,900

-2.81%

MLS

8/25/2025

Price Increased

$679,000

4.46%

MLS

4/19/2025

Listed

$650,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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1217 Varnum Street NE, Washington, DC 20017 (MLS# DCDC2194722) is a Single Family property that was sold at $638,000 on February 12, 2026. This property was listed by Sheila Batey from our Crofton/Odenton Office.Want to learn more about 1217 Varnum Street NE? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Washington? You can browse all Washington real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

1217 Varnum St NE Washington, DC 20017