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Property Description
Major Price Reduction! This charming and light-filled 4BR/2BA corner colonial is beautifully updated and ideally situated on a quiet, tree-lined street. The modern kitchen features brand-new stainless-steel appliances-including refrigerator, dishwasher, and gas range-along with quartz countertops and plentiful cabinet space. It opens to both the separate dining room and a stunning sunroom with wall-to-wall windows, perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or creating an inspiring home office. From either the kitchen or sunroom, step directly into the newly fenced backyard-ideal for outdoor living and a breeze for pet owners. The inviting living room boasts a wood-burning fireplace, while the upper level offers three bright bedrooms with pleasant treetop views, cedar closets, and an updated full bath. The spacious lower level includes a generously sized fourth bedroom that accommodates a king-size bed, an office nook, a full bath, a laundry area with brand-new washer and dryer, and direct access to the attached garage. Additional improvements include refinished hardwood floors, new luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh paint, updated lighting, upgraded window treatments, and a newly installed fence-truly making this home move-in ready. A one-car garage plus driveway parking for two vehicles adds convenience. Located just a short stroll or bike ride from the newly completed Metropolitan Branch Trail and only 0.5 miles to Fort Totten Metro, with easy access to Takoma Park shops and restaurants. An excellent opportunity for both primary residents and investors-with no monthly HOA fees.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 31 McDonald Pl NE
General
- Sold For: $525,000
- Taxes: $5,282 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: DCDC2210934
- Added to Site: 63 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Rooms/Areas: Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Game Room, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room, Utility Room, Bathroom 1
- Interior Features: Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Recessed Lighting, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Fireplace - Glass Doors
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Oven/Range - Gas, Washer, Water Dispenser, Water Heater
- Flooring: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl Plank
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
- Bedrooms Lower: 1
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Basement, Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: None
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway
- Garage Description: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener
Location
- County: WASHINGTON
- Subdivision: CHILLUM
- Driving Directions: North Capitol St. to Blair Rd. Turn Right onto McDonald Place
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Side Entrance, Full, Partially Finished
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Slab
- Walls/Ceilings: Dry Wall
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,980
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,780 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,380 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 400 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1940
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
- Bedrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Property View: City
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.08
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,354
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: R-18
- Fencing (Description): Fully
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $396.38
- Assessment Year: 2025
- City/TownTax: $5,282
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $617,720
- Tax Amount: $5,282
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1780
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 117
Listed by Compass, Peter E Maser
Sold by District Realty INC, Hanna G Negussie
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Schools
Schools serving 31 McDonald Pl NE
School District:District of Columbia Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Whittier Education Campus 6201 5th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20011 | K-5 | 0.7 mi |
Ida B. Wells Middle School 405 Sheridan Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20011 | 6-8 | 0.8 mi |
Coolidge High School 6315 5th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20011 | 9-12 | 0.9 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 31 McDonald Pl NE
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/02/2026
Sold
$525,000
-4.02%
MLS
12/04/2025
Price Reduced
$547,000
-8.07%
MLS
11/14/2025
Listed
$595,000
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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.
31 McDonald Place NE, Washington, DC 20011 (MLS# DCDC2210934) is a Single Family property that was sold at $525,000 on January 02, 2026. Want to learn more about 31 McDonald Place 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.

