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  • Coming Soon
  • Townhouse
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 2 Partial Baths
  • 2,460 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 9 days ago
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Welcome to 5011 Illinois Ave. NW, a spacious end-unit Wardman-style Colonial on a picturesque, tree-lined street in the heart of Petworth. Built in 1925, this classic home offers a rare opportunity for investors, renovators, or buyers looking to restore a piece of DC history. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 1 full and 1 half bath, high ceilings, original hardwood floors, and beautiful woodwork, the home retains its timeless character. The full basement with a separate rear entrance offers endless possibilities for additional living space, an income-producing unit, or storage. While in need of major rehabilitation, the property provides the perfect canvas for a custom renovation. Enjoy a deep front yard, welcoming front porch, private rear parking plus on-street parking, and an unbeatable location less than a mile from Metro, bus lines, shopping, dining, and neighborhood parks. Endless potential in one of DC's desirable communities!

Full Property Details for 5011 Illinois Ave NW

General

  • Price: $425,000
  • Taxes: $1,498 (2026)
  • Status: Coming Soon
  • Type: Townhouse
  • Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
  • MLS ID: DCDC2276136
  • Updated: 8/1/2026
  • Added to Site: 10 day(s) ago
  • Expected Market Date: 8/17/2026

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Floor Baths: 1
  • Upper - Full Baths: 1
  • Main Floor Baths: 1
  • Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
  • Lower Floor Baths: 1
  • Lower - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms Upper: 3

Parking

  • Parking Type: Driveway

Location

  • County: WASHINGTON
  • Subdivision: PETWORTH
  • Driving Directions: Georgia Ave North to Farragut St. NW. Rt. on farragut and left on Illinois Ave.
  • City Limits: Yes

School Information

  • School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
  • High School: Roosevelt High School At Macfarland

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: None
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Federal
  • Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
  • Construction: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Connecting Stairway, Heated
  • Foundation: Block
  • Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Square Feet: 2,460
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 1,640 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 1,640 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Year Built Source: Assessor

Unit Information

Unit 1

  • Bathrooms-Lower: 1

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,463
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Zoning: R1

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $259.15
  • Assessment Year: 2026
  • City/TownTax: $1,498
  • City/TownTax Freq: Annually
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $668,990
  • Tax Amount: $1,498
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1640

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Lot Number: 24

Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Norva L Madden

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  • Norva L Madden

    Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

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Schools serving 5011 Illinois Ave NW

School District:District of Columbia Public Schools
NameGradesDistance
Truesdell Education Campus
800 Ingraham Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20011
K-50.2 mi
Roosevelt High School @ MacFarland
4301 13th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20011
9-120.6 mi
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Price & Sales History for 5011 Illinois Ave NW Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/01/2026
Listed
$425,000
259.29%
MLS
8/19/1998
Sold
$118,290
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Tax History for 5011 Illinois Ave NW

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,478
1%
$663,240
-1%
2024
$1,460
1%
$667,800
2%
2023
$1,452
1%
$653,860
11%
2022
$1,438
4%
$587,330
5%
2021
$1,379
5%
$556,940
4%
2020
$1,316
5%
$535,760
9%
2019
$1,257
4%
$493,370
6%
2018
$1,203
10%
$465,170
14%
2017
$1,097
10%
$409,470
8%
2016
$1,000
10%
$378,140
8%
2015
$911
9%
$351,590
23%
2014
$832
—
$285,720
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Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Norva L Madden

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5011 Illinois Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20011 (MLS# DCDC2276136) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 2 partial bathrooms. 5011 Illinois Avenue NW is currently listed for $425,000 and was received on August 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 5011 Illinois Avenue NW? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Anacostia? You can browse all Anacostia real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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