This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
1/48
$512,900
This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
1/48
Property Description
Petworth Fixer-Upper | End-Unit Rowhome w/ Garage, Parking & Walkout Basement Apartment Potential Welcome to 5300 8th St NW, Washington, DC-a rare fixer-upper in Petworth offering exceptional investment potential and the opportunity to build equity in one of DC's most desirable neighborhoods. This end-unit townhouse features added privacy, extra natural light, and expanded living space with first and second-floor additions-a valuable advantage for both resale and long-term appreciation. Full of character, the home still showcases original details that are increasingly hard to find, including pocket doors, vintage glass doorknobs, and a classic swinging door between the kitchen and dining room-perfect for buyers looking to restore and blend historic charm with modern updates. The walkout basement with both rear and interior access creates excellent basement apartment or income-producing potential, ideal for investors, house hackers, or multigenerational living. Hard-to-find features in DC include off-street parking plus a private garage-a true value add for convenience, resale, and rental appeal. The property offers solid bones, spacious rooms, and a flexible layout, making it ideal for a full renovation, value-add project, or long-term investment. Located in the heart of Petworth NW DC, enjoy close proximity to Metro, major commuter routes, parks, restaurants, and neighborhood amenities-a key driver for both lifestyle and future appreciation. This is a probate sale (not a short sale). Sold as-is. Perfect for investors, developers, or buyers ready to create their dream home-don't miss this opportunity to unlock the full potential of this Petworth gem. Schedule your showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5300 8th St NW
General
- Price: $512,900
- Taxes: $33,678 (2026)
- Status: Under Contract
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: DCDC2250378
- Updated: 4/30/2026
- Added to Site: 84 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 4
- Rooms/Areas: Bedroom 2, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 1
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 2
Parking
- Parking Type: Parking Lot
Location
- County: WASHINGTON
- Subdivision: PETWORTH
- Driving Directions: From Georgia Ave NW, turn east onto Kennedy St NW. Continue for about 2 blocks, then turn right onto 8th St NW. The property will be on the right at 5300 8th St NW.
School Information
- School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Septic
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Fully Finished
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Walls/Ceilings: Dry Wall
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 2,048
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,048 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,384 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 664 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1923
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,048
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: RF‑1
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $370.59
- Assessment Year: 2026
- Tax w/Assessment: $679,330
- Tax Amount: $33,678
- Tax Year: 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Listed by RE/MAX Allegiance, Ressie R Wallace Wilson
Get Pre-Approved Today
Schools
Schools serving 5300 8th St NW
School District:District of Columbia Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Truesdell Education Campus 800 Ingraham Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20011 | K-5 | 0 mi |
Roosevelt High School @ MacFarland 4301 13th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20011 | 9-12 | 0.8 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 5300 8th St NW
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/14/2026
Price Increased
$512,900
12.73%
MLS
3/22/2026
Listed
$455,000
—
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 5300 8th St NW
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$33,678
2108%
$673,550
-1%
2024
$1,525
1%
$677,010
2%
2023
$1,517
1%
$663,170
12%
2022
$1,501
4%
$591,950
5%
2021
$1,439
5%
$563,530
3%
2020
$1,373
5%
$544,910
8%
2019
$1,311
4%
$502,300
6%
2018
$1,255
10%
$475,430
13%
2017
$1,144
10%
$419,100
9%
2016
$1,043
10%
$384,680
7%
2015
$949
9%
$359,570
25%
2014
$868
—
$288,030
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Estimate the Cost
Estimate the Cost for 5300 8th St NW
5300 8th Street NW, Washington, DC 20011 (MLS# DCDC2250378) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 5300 8th Street NW is currently listed for $512,900 and was received on March 22, 2026. Want to learn more about 5300 8th 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.

