78 U Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 - Photo 1

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$1,360,000

Sold
Closed
Townhouse
5 Beds
3 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
2,640 Sq. Ft.

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Property Description

Ideally located on a quiet, tree-lined street in the heart of Bloomingdale, this semi-detached residence offers the perfect blend of classic charm and modern luxury. With five bedrooms, three and a half bathrooms, and a series of thoughtful updates throughout, the home is flooded with natural light and features over 2,600 square feet of beautifully finished living space. The main level showcases an inviting open-concept floor plan, featuring a spectacular chef's kitchen with a marble island, a separate prep station/coffee bar, and ample storage. This level also opens to a covered outdoor terrace, one of three private terraces, with one on each level of the home. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite impresses with soaring ceilings and refined finishes. Additional bedrooms offer flexibility for guest space, office use, or family needs, all complemented by an updated bathroom with modern fixtures and dedicated laundry area. The fully finished lower level offers flexibility as an in-law suite or separate living space, with its own front and rear entrances, two bedrooms, one full bathroom, a kitchenette, separate laundry, and direct access to a private terrace and one-car off-street parking space. Located in vibrant Bloomingdale, 78 U Street NW is just moments from neighborhood favorites including The Red Hen, Big Bear Café, and Crispus Attucks Park, making this turnkey residence an exceptional opportunity for stylish, convenient city living.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 78 U St NW

General

Sold For: $1,360,000
Taxes: $12,720 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Townhouse
Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
MLS ID: DCDC2204092
Added to Site: 227 day(s) ago

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 4
Full Bathrooms: 3
Half Bathrooms: 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: 3
Bedrooms Lower: 2

Other Rooms

Laundry: Has Laundry, Basement, Dryer In Unit, Upper Floor, Washer In Unit

Parking

Carport Spaces: 1
Total Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Private
Parking Type: Attached Carport

Location

County: Washington
Development Name: Bloomingdale
Subdivision: Bloomingdale
Driving Directions: Heading East on Rhode Island Avenue, turn left on 1st Street NW. Turn right on U Street NW and the house is on your right.
City Limits: Yes

School Information

School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Info: Victorian
Architectural Style: Victorian
Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
Construction: Brick
Basement: Yes
Basement Entrance: Yes
Basement Desc.: Daylight, Partial, Front Entrance, Fully Finished, Garage Access, Interior Access, Rear Entrance, Windows
Foundation: Other
Stories/Levels: 0
Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Square Feet: 2,640
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Living Area: 2,640 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1909
Year Built Source: Assessor

Unit Information

Unit 1

Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Bedrooms-Lower: 2

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,210
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: RF-1

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $792.61
Assessment Year: 2024
City/TownTax: $12,720
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $1,586,680
Tax Amount: $12,720
Tax Year: 2024
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2385

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Number: 74

Listed by Washington Fine Properties, LLC, Lauren B Pillsbury and Washington Fine Properties, LLC, Malcolm W. Dilley
Sold by TTR Sotheby's International Realty, Tyler A Jeffrey

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Washington Fine Properties, LLC
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Schools

Schools serving 78 U St NW

School District:District of Columbia Public Schools

Name	Grades	Distance
Langley Elementary School 101 T Street Northeast, Washington, DC 20002	K-5	0.3 mi
Mckinley Middle School, Washington, DC 151 T Street Northeast, Washington, DC 20002	6-8	0.4 mi
Dunbar High School 101 N Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20001	9-12	0.6 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 78 U St NW

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

9/02/2025

Sold

$1,360,000

-2.51%

MLS

7/25/2025

Price Reduced

$1,395,000

-6.69%

MLS

6/19/2025

Price Reduced

$1,495,000

-1.97%

MLS

6/04/2025

Listed

$1,525,000

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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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