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Property Description
Beautifully Updated 3-Level Row Home in Petworth! Welcome to this spacious and beautifully maintained three-story row home in the heart of Petworth, Washington, DC, offering the perfect blend of classic character, modern updates, and versatile living space. Featuring 3 bedrooms, a den, a kitchenette and 3 full bathrooms, this home provides generous room for comfortable everyday living and entertaining. The fully finished basement adds valuable additional living space, complete with a separate laundry room-ideal for a recreation room, home office, guest suite, or fitness area. The thoughtfully designed layout offers flexibility and abundant space throughout all three levels. The spacious backyard patio is perfect for entertaining or simply relaxing in privacy. Recent updates include an updated roof, updated central air conditioning, updated doors, and a newly installed roll-up garage door in the backyard, providing added comfort, functionality, and convenience. Located in desirable Petworth, this home puts you close to neighborhood shops, dining, parks, public transportation, and all that Washington, DC has to offer. Space, updates, functionality, and location come together beautifully in this exceptional Petworth home. Schedule your private showing today and discover all it has to offer!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5212 1st St NW
General
- Price: $825,000
- Taxes: $5,353 (2026)
- Status: Coming Soon
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: DCDC2278148
- Updated: 8/12/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
- Expected Market Date: 8/31/2026
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 4
- Rooms/Areas: Den
- Interior Features: Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Gas/Propane, Wood
- Appliances: Commercial Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven - Double, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer, Water Heater
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Main Floor Baths: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 2
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Basement
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Exterior Cameras, Smoke Detector, Security System
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Flood Lights, Gutter System
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s), Porch(es)
Parking
- Carport Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Type: Attached Carport, On Street
Location
- County: WASHINGTON
- Subdivision: PETWORTH
- Driving Directions: If you're starting from eastbound I-495 in Silver Spring, MD, a straightforward route to 5212 1st St NW, Washington, DC 20011 is: Take I-495 East toward Washington, DC. Take the exit for MD-650 / New Hampshire Ave toward Takoma Park/Washington. Continue south on New Hampshire Ave NW into Washington, DC. Turn right onto 1st St NW. Continue north on 1st St NW to 5212 1st St NW. I-495 West in/around Oxon Hill, MD, the practical route to 5212 1st St NW, Washington, DC 20012 is: Take I-495 West/North toward Silver Spring. Cross the Woodrow Wilson Bridge into Virginia. Take I-295 North toward Washington, DC. Continue on I-295 North, then follow signs toward Downtown Washington / New York Ave / 16th St. Connect to 16th St NW northbound. Continue north and turn toward 1st St NW. Continue to 5212 1st St NW.
School Information
- School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: No Pet Restrictions
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
- Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Sewer Available, Water Available, Natural Gas Available, Electric Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Brick, Brick Front
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Walkout Level, Fully Finished
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main
- Square Feet: 1,983
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,983 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,387 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 596 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1936
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.04
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,742
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $594.81
- Assessment Year: 2026
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $713,440
- Tax Amount: $5,353
- Tax Year: 2026
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1983
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: Central Air, Garage Door Opener, Garage Remotes, Stove Range, Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Garbage Disposal, Fireplace, Microwave, Video Doorbell, Security Cameras
- Lot Number: 44
Listed by Samson Properties, Renard Walker II
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Schools
Schools serving 5212 1st St NW
School District:District of Columbia Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Barnard Elementary School 430 Decatur Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20011 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
Roosevelt High School @ MacFarland 4301 13th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20011 | 9-12 | 1.2 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 5212 1st St NW
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/11/2026
Listed
$825,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 5212 1st St NW
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,343
—
$718,450
1%
2024
$5,330
1%
$714,080
1%
2023
$5,302
10%
$705,640
9%
2022
$4,840
—
$648,070
6%
2021
$4,856
-2%
$609,440
5%
2020
$4,955
7%
$582,900
7%
2019
$4,620
8%
$543,570
8%
2018
$4,290
13%
$504,670
13%
2017
$3,782
9%
$444,900
9%
2016
$3,483
8%
$409,710
8%
2015
$3,215
17%
$378,180
17%
2014
$2,737
—
$321,960
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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5212 1st Street NW, Washington, DC 20011 (MLS# DCDC2278148) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 5212 1st Street NW is currently listed for $825,000 and was received on August 11, 2026. Want to learn more about 5212 1st Street NW? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Washington? You can browse all Washington real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
