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Property Description
Welcome to 215 Underwood Street NW in DC's charming Takoma neighborhood. This beautifully expanded and updated craftsman bungalow features timeless updates throughout and plenty of outdoor living space. The south facing front porch brings you into the welcoming living room with original hardwood floors and a coffered ceiling. The living room flows into the dining room with open kitchen, perfect for hosting dinner parties. The kitchen is a chef's dream featuring stainless steel appliances, double-oven, quartz countertops, and glass subway tile backsplash. Two bedrooms round out the main level which could be used as an office/study and guest room. You'll also find an updated full bath on the main level. Upstairs, you'll find new, plush carpet and three bedrooms. The large primary bedroom features a cathedral ceiling, ensuite bath, and a flex space for a second office, reading nook or yoga corner. The second bedroom could be used as a second primary bedroom and also features an en-suite bathroom. The third bedroom feels like an enchanted escape with the sweetest views of the neighborhood. The basement is finished with a kitchenette, full bath and large play space featuring a climbing wall. Tucked away you'll find a secret room accessed from the storage space perfect for video games or a nightcap with friends. If you love to host, this is the backyard for you! There's a huge deck as well as a huge yard perfect for relaxing and entertaining. The driveway is large enough for 2 cars and outlets perfectly located for adding an electric car charger. New Hardie Board siding, windows, doors and insulation in 2020. HVAC is dual zone. This location is second to none! Easily walk to the Takoma Recreation Center featuring indoor pool, tennis courts, baseball field, playground, and picnic area. Minutes to the Takoma Metro Station on the Red Line, groceries, shops, restaurants, The Parks at Walter Reed, and downtown Takoma Park. Everything you need is right in the neighborhood!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 215 Underwood St NW
General
- Sold For: $1,020,000
- Taxes: $5,004 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: DCDC2214338
- Added to Site: 136 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 14
- Rooms/Areas: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5
- Interior Features: 2nd Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Primary Bath(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Lower Floor
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Play Area
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es)
Parking
- Parking Type: Driveway
Location
- County: WASHINGTON
- Subdivision: TAKOMA
- Cross Streets: 3rd St. NW
- Driving Directions: Heading south on Blair Rd, turn right onto Underwood St NW. House is on the right.
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
- Elementary School: Whittier Education Campus
- Middle School: Whittier Education Campus
- High School: Coolidge Senior
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: No Pet Restrictions
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Energy Star Heating System, Central, Zoned, Programmable Thermostat, Heat Pump(s), Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Cement Siding, HardiPlank Type, Blown-In Insulation
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: English, Drainage System, Heated, Improved, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Partially Finished, Sump Pump, Walkout Stairs, Windows, Workshop
- Foundation: Block
- Walls/Ceilings: 9'+ Ceilings, Cathedral Ceilings
- Windows: Energy Efficient, ENERGY STAR Qualified, Low-E
- Doors: ENERGY STAR Qualified Door(s), Insulated, Sliding Glass
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 2,558
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,458 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,742 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 716 Sq. Ft.
- Basement Finished: 65%
- Year Built: 1925
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,075
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: R-1-B
- Fencing (Description): Decorative, Fully, Picket
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Appliances, HVAC
- Water Conservation: Low-Flow Fixtures, Water-Smart Landscaping
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $631.46
- Assessment Year: 2024
- City/TownTax: $5,004
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $956,890
- Tax Amount: $5,004
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2458
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 43
Listed by RLAH @properties, Kerri Murphy
Sold by Compass, Don Bunuan and Compass, Jennifer S Smira
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Schools
Schools serving 215 Underwood St NW
School District:District of Columbia Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Whittier Education Campus 6201 5th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20011 | K-5 | 0.3 mi |
Ida B. Wells Middle School 405 Sheridan Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20011 | 6-8 | 0.3 mi |
Coolidge High School 6315 5th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20011 | 9-12 | 0.2 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 215 Underwood St NW
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/21/2025
Sold
$1,020,000
-7.27%
MLS
9/04/2025
Listed
$1,100,000
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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.
215 Underwood Street NW, Washington, DC 20012 (MLS# DCDC2214338) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,020,000 on November 21, 2025. Want to learn more about 215 Underwood Street NW? 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.

