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$1,825,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 3,625 Sq. Ft.
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Major price reduction! A rare find, this home features extensive 2018 upgrades and a detached two-story studio that offers privacy and flexibility for today's modern living. This is a beautifully expanded and fully renovated c.1939 Colonial that blends historic charm with contemporary luxury in the heart of AU Park. Solar panels installed in 2018 and have saved homeowners on average $152 per month and their currently an electric bill of on average $69 per month. That is some great savings! Inside, the main house boasts a spacious, light-filled layout with high-end finishes throughout. The gourmet kitchen features soapstone counter seating for four, a 6-burner range, and an open dining area perfect for entertaining. A cozy library with heated floors opens to the patio, ideal for relaxing or working from home. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a luxurious retreat with a custom dressing room and ensuite bath. The detached studio includes a living room with radiant heated polished concrete floors, full bath, lofted bedroom or office, a storage area, and private balcony-perfect for guests, in-laws, or an au pair. The private backyard is designed for entertaining, with a large composite deck, custom six foot concrete dining table under a modern pergola, and a rolling gate opens to an engineered hidden parking space beneath the lawn. Just blocks from Spring Valley Village home to local favorites like Wagshal's Market, Compass Coffee, Crate & Barrel, and Pizzeria Paradiso. Less than a mile to Tenleytown Metro, this home offers both convenience and comfort. Schedule your private showing today.

Full Property Details for 4831 Alton Pl NW

General

  • Sold For: $1,825,000
  • Taxes: $12,241 (2024)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
  • MLS ID: DCDC2201858
  • Added to Site: 232 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Family Room, Library, Foyer, In-Law/auPair/Suite, Laundry, Recreation Room, Workshop
  • Interior Features: Attic, Wine Storage
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Floor Baths: 2
  • Upper - Full Baths: 2
  • Main Floor Baths: 2
  • Main - Full Baths: 1
  • Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
  • Lower Floor Baths: 1
  • Lower - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedrooms Upper: 4
  • Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Primary Bedroom - Dressing Area, Upper 1

Other Rooms

  • Foyer/Entry: Foyer - Pantry, Main
  • Living Room: Living Room - Fireplace - Wood Burning, Main
  • Family Room: Family Room - Fireplace - Wood Burning, Lower 1
  • Kitchen: Kitchen - Dining Area, Main
  • Library: Library - Flooring - Heated, Main
  • Laundry: Lower 1
  • Work Shop: Workshop, Lower 1

Additional Information

  • Security/Safety: Security System

Exterior

  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s), Balcony, Porch(es), Patio(s)

Parking

  • Total Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Unpaved
  • Parking Type: Off Street

Location

  • County: Washington
  • Development Name: American University Park
  • Subdivision: American University Park
  • Driving Directions: Massachusetts Avenue NW to 49th Street NW to Alton Place NW
  • City Limits: Yes

School Information

  • School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
  • Elementary School: Janney
  • Middle School: Deal Junior High School
  • High School: Jackson-Reed

Heating & Cooling

  • Central air: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Zoned, Ductless/Mini-Split
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric, Solar Photovoltaic
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Zoned, Other
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Traditional
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architect: Plus 2-story detached studio
  • Model: Updated Colonial
  • Construction: Brick, HardiPlank Type
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Fully Finished, Workshop
  • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
  • Stories/Levels: 0
  • Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Square Feet: 3,625
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
  • Living Area: 3,625 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1939
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Property Condition: Excellent

Unit Information

Unit 1

  • Bathrooms-Lower: 1

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Guest House

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 4,590
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Zoning: RES
  • Fencing (Description): Rear

Green Features

  • Energy Generation: PV Solar Array(s) Owned

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $676.79
  • Assessment Year: 2024
  • City/TownTax: $12,241
  • City/TownTax Freq: Annually
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $1,563,270
  • Tax Amount: $12,241
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Terms: Standard Sale

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Basement refrigerator, primary bedroom closet system
  • Lot Number: 72

Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Betsy K. Rutkowski and Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Michael A Rutkowski
Sold by RE/MAX Advantage Realty, Ricky Cantore III

Listing agents

— 4831 Alton Pl NW —

  • Betsy K. Rutkowski

    Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

  • Michael A Rutkowski

    Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

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Schools serving 4831 Alton Pl NW

School District:District of Columbia Public Schools
NameGradesDistance
Janney Elementary School
4130 Albemarle Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20016
PK-50.8 mi
Deal Middle School
3815 Fort Drive Northwest, Washington, DC 20016
6-81.2 mi
Jackson-Reed High School
3950 Chesapeake Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20016
9-121 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 4831 Alton Pl NW

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/25/2025
Sold
$1,825,000
-3.69%
MLS
6/27/2025
Price Reduced
$1,895,000
-7.56%
MLS
6/13/2025
Price Reduced
$2,050,000
-8.89%
MLS
5/30/2025
Listed
$2,250,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Betsy K. Rutkowski and Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Michael A Rutkowski
Sold by RE/MAX Advantage Realty, Ricky Cantore III

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4831 Alton Place NW, Washington, DC 20016 (MLS# DCDC2201858) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,825,000 on August 25, 2025. Want to learn more about 4831 Alton Place 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.