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$1,090,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 3,067 Sq. Ft.
  • 1 Car Garage
  • Updated 4 days ago
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Welcome to 801 Van Buren St NW, a beautifully renovated 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home featuring a 200-amp electrical panel and over 3,000 sq. ft. of living space in the heart of Brightwood/Takoma. Thoughtfully updated from top to bottom, this residence blends modern comfort with the charm of a classic DC neighborhood. Step inside to an open-concept main level designed for today's lifestyle - a sun-filled living room with a wood-burning fireplace, a dining area perfect for entertaining, and a chef's kitchen featuring quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a 5-burner stove, sleek 42" cabinets, and an island where family and friends can gather. The main level primary suite offers a private retreat with a spacious standing shower and ample closet space. Upstairs, you'll find two bedrooms and a full bathroom with a tub, ideal for family, guests, or home offices. The fully finished lower level provides incredible versatility with two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, kitchenette, and separate entrance. Complete with a second wood-burning fireplace, this space is perfect as an in-law suite, au pair unit, or separate rental with income potential of up to $3,400/month. Outdoors, enjoy a fenced backyard, private patio, and garage parking - rare finds in the city. **A newly added fence provides additional privacy for your outdoor enjoyment, creating a peaceful space for relaxing and entertaining,** This home also offers peace of mind with a brand-new roof, HVAC system, enhanced insulation, new flooring, recessed lighting, and designer finishes throughout. Enjoy a strong sense of community and an unbeatable location just 0.6 miles from Takoma Metro, close to the Walter Reed redevelopment, local farmers markets, concerts in the park, Fort Stevens Recreation Center, Takoma Aquatic Center, and Rock Creek Park - all offering the best of Brightwood living in a charming, well-cared-for home. Located just blocks from parks, shops, and schools, and under 10 miles from DCA, this home combines convenience with a true neighborhood feel. Surrounded by lush greenery, the outdoor spaces create a serene escape while still being close to everything DC has to offer. Square footage is approximate and should be independently verified by the buyer.

Full Property Details for 801 Van Buren St NW

General

  • Sold For: $1,090,000
  • Taxes: $6,208 (2024)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
  • MLS ID: DCDC2203626
  • Added to Site: 223 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace(s): Wood
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range Hood, Oven/Range - Gas, Stainless Steel Appliances, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring: Wood, Ceramic Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Floor Baths: 3
  • Main - Full Baths: 2
  • Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
  • Lower Floor Baths: 1
  • Lower - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Bedrooms Lower: 2
  • Bedrooms Main & Up: 3

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Basement, Main Floor

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway, Fenced
  • Parking Type: Attached Garage
  • Garage Description: Garage - Side Entry, Built In, Inside Access

Location

  • County: WASHINGTON
  • Subdivision: TAKOMA
  • Cross Streets: Piney Branch Rd NW
  • Driving Directions: Georgia Ave to Van Buren
  • City Limits: Yes

School Information

  • School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
  • Elementary School: Takoma
  • Middle School: Ida B. Wells
  • High School: Coolidge

Community

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions

Heating & Cooling

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Construction: Stone
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Entrance: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Side Entrance
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Walls/Ceilings: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Windows: Energy Efficient
  • Stories Description: Lower 1, Main
  • Square Feet: 3,067
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
  • Living Area: 3,067 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 1,800 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Below Grnd: 1,267 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1933
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Property Condition: Excellent

Unit Information

Unit 1

  • Bathrooms-Lower: 1
  • Bedrooms-Lower: 2

Lot Features

  • Property View: Street
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.1
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 4,221
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Street/Road Desc.: Concrete
  • Zoning: R-1-B
  • Lot Description: Corner
  • Fencing (Description): Fully

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $622.22
  • Assessment Year: 2024
  • City/TownTax: $6,208
  • City/TownTax Freq: Annually
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $738,880
  • Tax Amount: $6,208
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Terms: Standard Sale
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2363

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Wall art, furniture and all accessories for staging.
  • Lot Number: 802

Listed by Century 21 Redwood Realty, WAI LUN L LEUNG and Century 21 Redwood Realty, Amy Chavez
Sold by Compass, Courtney Sieloff

Listing agents

— 801 Van Buren St NW —

  • WAI LUN L LEUNG

    Century 21 Redwood Realty

  • Amy Chavez

    Century 21 Redwood Realty

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Schools serving 801 Van Buren St NW

School District:District of Columbia Public Schools
NameGradesDistance
Takoma Elementary School
7010 Piney Branch Road Northwest, Washington, DC 20012
K-50.4 mi
Ida B. Wells Middle School
405 Sheridan Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20011
6-80.4 mi
Coolidge High School
6315 5th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20011
9-120.3 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 801 Van Buren St NW

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/09/2026
Sold
$1,090,000
-2.68%
MLS
10/16/2025
Price Reduced
$1,119,999
-4.6%
MLS
9/01/2025
Price Reduced
$1,174,000
-2.09%
MLS
7/01/2025
Price Reduced
$1,199,000
-4%
MLS
6/09/2025
Listed
$1,249,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by Century 21 Redwood Realty, WAI LUN L LEUNG and Century 21 Redwood Realty, Amy Chavez
Sold by Compass, Courtney Sieloff

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801 Van Buren Street NW, Washington, DC 20012 (MLS# DCDC2203626) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,090,000 on January 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 801 Van Buren Street NW? 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.