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$510,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1,521 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 7 days ago
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Welcome to this charming semi-detached Colonial located in the desirable Riggs Park community! This well-maintained 3-level home offers 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, providing a flexible layout perfect for comfortable living or multi-generational use. The main level features a bright and inviting living space, while the upper level offers well-sized bedrooms and a full bath. The fully finished basement adds additional living space with a bedroom and full bathroom-ideal for guests, a home office, or potential rental opportunity. Enjoy the classic brick exterior, front porch, and corner lot with surrounding greenery, offering both charm and privacy. Additional features include central A/C, forced air heating, public utilities, and convenient on-street parking. Prime location! Situated in Washington, DC, just minutes from major commuter routes, shopping, dining, and parks. This home combines comfort, convenience, and value-perfect for homeowners or investors alike.

Full Property Details for 251 Nicholson St NE

General

  • Price: $510,000
  • Taxes: $2,154 (2011)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
  • MLS ID: DCDC2252502
  • Updated: 3/27/2026
  • Added to Site: 9 day(s) ago

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Upper Floor Baths: 1
  • Upper - Full Baths: 1
  • Main Floor Baths: 1
  • Main - Full Baths: 1
  • Lower Floor Baths: 1
  • Lower - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedrooms Upper: 2
  • Bedrooms Lower: 1
  • Bedrooms Main & Up: 1

Additional Information

  • Security/Safety: Electric Alarm, Main Entrance Lock

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch(es)

Parking

  • Parking Type: On Street

Location

  • County: WASHINGTON
  • Subdivision: RIGGS PARK
  • Driving Directions: GPS
  • City Limits: Yes

School Information

  • School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools

Heating & Cooling

  • Central air: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Cable TV Available

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Construction: Brick, Combination
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Fully Finished
  • Foundation: Other
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Walls/Ceilings: Dry Wall, Masonry, Paneled Walls, Plaster Walls
  • Windows: Screens, Storm
  • Doors: Storm
  • Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Square Feet: 1,521
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
  • Living Area: 1,418 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 944 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Below Grnd: 474 Sq. Ft.
  • Basement Finished: 100%
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Year Built Source: Assessor

Unit Information

Unit 1

  • Bathrooms-Lower: 1
  • Bedrooms-Lower: 1

Lot Features

  • Property View: City, Garden/Lawn, Trees/Woods
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.05
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,205
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Zoning: R2
  • Lot Description: Corner, Landscaping, Trees/Wooded, Vegetation Planting

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $540.25
  • City/TownTax: $2,154
  • City/TownTax Freq: Annually
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $253,440
  • Tax Amount: $2,154
  • Tax Year: 2011
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1353

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Lot Number: 96

Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Freddie J Ovalle

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Schools serving 251 Nicholson St NE

School District:District of Columbia Public Schools
NameGradesDistance
Lasalle Backus Education Campus
501 Riggs Road Northeast, Washington, DC 20011
K-50.2 mi
Ida B. Wells Middle School
405 Sheridan Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20011
6-81 mi
Coolidge High School
6315 5th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20011
9-121 mi
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Price & Sales History for 251 Nicholson St NE Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/26/2026
Listed
$510,000
54.55%
MLS
9/26/2006
Sold
$330,000
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Tax History for 251 Nicholson St NE

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,140
2%
$459,230
2%
2024
$3,087
2%
$450,270
2%
2023
$3,013
11%
$441,250
6%
2022
$2,712
9%
$415,600
4%
2021
$2,483
10%
$400,740
2%
2020
$2,263
10%
$394,690
6%
2019
$2,063
9%
$372,250
6%
2018
$1,887
10%
$351,030
9%
2017
$1,723
10%
$320,740
14%
2016
$1,572
10%
$281,100
17%
2015
$1,431
9%
$240,510
7%
2014
$1,311
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$224,490
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251 Nicholson Street NE, Washington, DC 20011 (MLS# DCDC2252502) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 251 Nicholson Street NE is currently listed for $510,000 and was received on March 26, 2026. Want to learn more about 251 Nicholson 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.

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