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Property Description
Welcome to 500 Dahlia Street NW, which blends timeless charm and modern convenience in this stunning American Foursquare home with quality craftsmanship throughout. Situated on a private corner lot adorned with beautiful mature trees, this iconic gem is just two blocks from the Takoma Metro and a short walk from local coffee shops, restaurants, Whole Foods, parks, and more. Built in 1908 by early Takoma builder Frank Wickline, part of the neighborhood's original development wave during the "streetcar era." The spacious wrap-around front porch is set amidst lush surroundings in the fenced-in front yard, creating a serene retreat. The interior features custom moldings and trim, hardwood floors, soaring high ceilings, and designer finishes throughout all four levels. A handsome and welcoming foyer leads to the formal living room and the sun-drenched dining room with an ornamental fireplace. The state-of-the-art kitchen is highlighted by a center island with a breakfast bar, a second sink, and stainless steel appliances, including a Viking range and a new refrigerator with craft ice maker. A windowed breakfast nook allows panoramic views of the back yard, which includes a tiered back deck, flowering shrubbery and plantings, and stone pathways- an oasis for outdoor entertaining and relaxation and ample space for play and exploration. A grand staircase leads to the second floor, which hosts three bedrooms plus a den/fourth bedroom with beautiful hardwood floors and sizable windows with treetop views. Other highlights include a screened-in balcony off one of the bedrooms, and a full hall bathroom with a tub/shower. Stairs lead to the third floor, which features the spacious primary suite with Palladian windows, a private sitting room, a custom walk-in closet, and a full bathroom with a luxurious clawfoot soaking tub. The recently finished basement boasts a recreation room/home theater, bedroom, full bath, laundry and storage. Other improvements include a new geothermal HVAC system allowing for maximum comfort - two units with one gas furnace backup in the lower unit, as well as solar panels, EV charger, and a heat pump water heater. Additionally, there is a charming detached garage with new wall storage, as well as off-street driveway parking. Don't miss the opportunity to make this truly one-of-a-kind house your own! (Home is shown staged. Fireplace is ornamental; owner believes it can be restored operationally if desired. SqFt is estimated by third party and should not be used for valuation; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.)
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 500 Dahlia St NW
General
- Sold For: $1,485,000
- Taxes: $10,768 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: DCDC2246852
- Added to Site: 49 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Library, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Loft, Recreation Room, Full Bath, Half Bath
- Interior Features: Cedar Closet(s), Double/Dual Staircase, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors, Solar Tube(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Icemaker, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater, Water Heater - Solar
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms Upper: 4
- Bedrooms Lower: 1
- Bedrooms-Up2: 1
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Basement
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smoke Detector
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Underground Lawn Sprinkler, Water Fountains
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s), Porch(es), Screened, Wrap Around, Patio(s)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Shared Driveway
- Parking Type: Driveway, Detached Garage
- Garage Description: Garage - Front Entry
Location
- County: WASHINGTON
- Subdivision: TAKOMA
- Cross Streets: Piney Branch Road
- Driving Directions: Piney Branch Rd to Dahlia St
- Location Details: Corner Lot/Unit
- Historic District: Yes
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
- Elementary School: Takoma
- Middle School: Ida B. Wells
- High School: Coolidge
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Geothermal, Heat Pump(s)
- Cooling Fuel: Electric, Geothermal
- Heating Type: Programmable Thermostat, Central, Zoned, Solar - Active
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric, Geo-thermal
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Structure Type: Detached
- Model: Classic Victorian
- Construction: Wood Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Side Entrance, Fully Finished
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Composite
- Walls/Ceilings: Dry Wall
- Windows: Energy Efficient, Skylights, Palladian
- Doors: Double Entry, Insulated
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 3,750
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 3,750 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,850 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 900 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1909
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
- Bedrooms-Lower: 1
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed
Lot Features
- Property View: Garden/Lawn
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,980
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Description: Corner, Front Yard, Landscaping, Rear Yard, Private, Premium, Secluded, SideYard(s), Vegetation Planting, Trees/Wooded
- Fencing (Description): Masonry/Stone, Rear
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: HVAC, Home Energy Management
- Energy Generation: PV Solar Array(s) Owned
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $500
- Assessment Year: 2025
- City/TownTax: $10,768
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $1,361,000
- Tax Amount: $10,768
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 3596
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 12
Listed by Compass, Dana Rice
Sold by H.A. Gill & Son, Madeleine Essary Gill
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Schools
Schools serving 500 Dahlia St NW
School District:District of Columbia Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Takoma Elementary School 7010 Piney Branch Road Northwest, Washington, DC 20012 | K-5 | 0.1 mi |
Ida B. Wells Middle School 405 Sheridan Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20011 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
Coolidge High School 6315 5th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20011 | 9-12 | 0.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 500 Dahlia St NW
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/21/2026
Sold
$1,485,000
4.21%
MLS
4/24/2026
Listed
$1,425,000
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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.
500 Dahlia Street NW, Washington, DC 20012 (MLS# DCDC2246852) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,485,000 on May 21, 2026. Want to learn more about 500 Dahlia Street NW? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Anacostia? You can browse all Anacostia real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

