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Property Description
Welcome to 815 Allison Street NW, a charming residence nestled in the vibrant Petworth neighborhood of Washington, DC. This home, perched on a hilltop, offers an exceptional sense of privacy and captures abundant southern sunlight across its inviting front facade.
Step inside to discover a thoughtfully designed space, boasting 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms over three floors. The home stands as a testament to meticulous care and modern upgrades, with over $116,000 invested in improvements. These enhancements include a completely renovated kitchen, updated full and half bathrooms, and the addition of a versatile lower-level in-law /au pair suite complete with its own kitchen. The new furnace and hot water heater further enhance the home's comfort and efficiency.
The main level welcomes you with its open flow, encompassing a spacious living room, dining area, and a kitchen outfitted with premium Quartz countertops, a breakfast bar, and stainless steel appliances. The home's elegant, refinished hardwood flooring extends through the main and upper levels, leading to the upper floor's three well-appointed bedrooms and expansive full bathroom.
The finished basement provides a flexible space featuring an additional bedroom, full bathroom, family room, and convenient laundry facilities, complete with a washer and dryer. This lower level is perfect for guests or extended family stays.
Outside, the property continues to impress with a large grassy yard and two-tiered Trex decking, ideal for entertaining or simply enjoying the serene outdoor setting. Off-street parking adds to the convenience.
Situated between Sherman Circle and Grant Circle, and just three blocks from Petworth's bustling "downtown" on Upshur Street, you'll have easy access to local favorites like Timber Pizza, Menya Hosaki, Honeymoon Chicken, and Cinder BBQ. Plus, the Georgia Avenue corridor and Petworth metro make commuting and exploring the city a breeze.
This delightful home is a rare find, blending historic charm with modern amenities in an unbeatable location. Don't miss the chance to make it yours!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 815 Allison St NW
General
- Sold For: $840,000
- Taxes: $5,735 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: DCDC2220902
- Added to Site: 135 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Laundry, Utility Room, Bathroom 1, Half Bath
- Interior Features: Dining Area, Wood Floors, Upgraded Countertops, 2nd Kitchen, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Washer, Refrigerator, Built-In Microwave, Stainless Steel Appliances, Water Heater
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
- Bedrooms Lower: 1
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Flooring - HardWood, Upper 1
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom 2 - Flooring - HardWood, Upper 1
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom 3 - Flooring - HardWood, Upper 1
- Bedroom 3: Bedroom 4, Lower 1
Other Rooms
- Foyer/Entry: Foyer - Flooring - HardWood, Main
- Living Room: Living Room - Flooring - HardWood, Main
- Family Room: Family Room, Lower 1
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Flooring - HardWood, Breakfast Bar, Countertop(s) - Granite, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Main
- 2nd Kitchen: Kitchen, Lower 1
- Dining Room: Dining Room - Flooring - HardWood, Main
- Laundry: Basement, Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit, Lower Floor, Lower 1
- Utility Room: Utility Room, Lower 1
Parking
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Type: Off Street
Location
- County: Washington
- Development Name: Petworth
- Subdivision: Petworth
- Cross Streets: 8th St NW
- Driving Directions: North on 8th St NW from downtown, right onto Allison St NW (now a one way street).
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
- Elementary School: John Lewis
- Middle School: Macfarland
- High School: Roosevelt High School At Macfarland
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: Federal
- Architectural Style: Federal
- Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Rear Entrance, Outside Entrance, Fully Finished, Walkout Stairs, Connecting Stairway, Heated, Interior Access
- Foundation: Block
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,951
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,951 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1915
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
- Bedrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.05
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,334
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: LOOK UP
- Fencing (Description): Rear, Wood
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $580.96
- Assessment Year: 2024
- City/TownTax: $5,735
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $754,870
- Tax Amount: $5,735
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1984
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 37
Listed by Compass, David C Shotwell
Sold by Keller Williams Capital Properties, Alan Chargin
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Schools
Schools serving 815 Allison St NW
School District:District of Columbia Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
John Lewis Elementary School 1335 Farragut Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20011 | K-5 | 0.6 mi |
Roosevelt High School @ MacFarland 4301 13th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20011 | 9-12 | 0.3 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 815 Allison St NW
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/30/2025
Sold
$840,000
8.39%
MLS
9/04/2025
Listed
$775,000
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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.
815 Allison Street NW, Washington, DC 20011 (MLS# DCDC2220902) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $840,000 on September 30, 2025. Want to learn more about 815 Allison 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.

