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Property Description
**JUST REDUCED TO $419,500 - MOTIVATED SELLER!** Welcome to 717 Emerson Street NE, a beautifully renovated brick rowhome offering modern updates, versatile living space, and exceptional value in a convenient Washington, DC location. This move-in-ready home features two bedrooms, one updated full bathroom, and a fully finished basement. The lower level provides valuable additional space for a home office, media room, fitness area, recreation room, guest space, or storage. A separate basement laundry area helps keep the main living spaces open and functional. Recent improvements include a renovated kitchen with new cabinetry, granite countertops, updated appliances, modern lighting, new flooring, and fresh paint throughout. The home also features a new water heater, a new air-conditioning system, and a roof in good condition. Outside, the classic brick exterior and inviting front porch deliver timeless DC rowhome charm. Enjoy convenient access to Brookland, Fort Totten, Catholic University, Trinity Washington University, Monroe Street Market, and the Brookland Arts Walk. Fort Totten Metro-with Red, Green, and Yellow Line service-is nearby, along with multiple bus routes and major commuter corridors. Popular neighborhood destinations include Busboys and Poets, Brookland Pint, Yes! Organic Market, local parks, cafés, and community spaces. Now offered at **$419,500**, this property presents an excellent opportunity to own a renovated home in Washington, DC at an accessible price point. The seller is motivated-schedule your showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 717 Emerson St NE
General
- Price: $419,500
- Taxes: $22,459 (2025)
- Status: Under Contract
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: DCDC2272508
- Updated: 9/14/2026
- Added to Site: 96 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
- Interior Features: Dining Area, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
- Appliances: Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Upper: 2
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Other
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Sidewalks
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch(es)
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- County: WASHINGTON
- Subdivision: BROOKLAND
- Driving Directions: Continue on Michigan Ave NE, then take 12th St NE to 8th St NE. Turn right onto Michigan Ave NE and continue for 0.9 miles. Then turn left onto Shepherd St NE and continue for 289 feet. Turn right onto 12th St NE and continue for 0.6 miles. Turn left onto South Dakota Ave NE and continue for 0.3 miles, passing McDonald’s on the left. Continue on 8th St NE toward Emerson St NE. Turn left onto 8th St NE and continue for 318 feet. Then turn right onto Emerson St NE. The destination will be on the left. 717 Emerson St NE Washington, DC 20017
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: Other
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Central
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Federal
- Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished
- Foundation: Slab
- Windows: Screens, Storm
- Doors: Storm
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,640
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,232 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 816 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 416 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1948
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.04
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,655
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: RF1
- Lot Description: Landscaping
- Fencing (Description): Rear
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $514.09
- Assessment Year: 2025
- City/TownTax: $22,459
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $452,880
- Tax Amount: $22,459
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 816
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 31
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Schools
Schools serving 717 Emerson St NE
School District:District of Columbia Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Bunker Hill Elementary School, Washington, DC 1401 Michigan Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC 20017 | K-5 | 0.8 mi |
Brookland MS 1150 Michigan Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC 20017 | 6-8 | 0.8 mi |
Dunbar High School 101 N Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20001 | 9-12 | 3 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 717 Emerson St NE
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/01/2026
Price Reduced
$419,500
-2.33%
MLS
8/07/2026
Price Reduced
$429,500
-1.26%
MLS
7/10/2026
Listed
$435,000
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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.
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717 Emerson Street NE, Washington, DC 20017 (MLS# DCDC2272508) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 717 Emerson Street NE is currently listed for $419,500 and was received on July 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 717 Emerson Street NE? 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.

