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$705,000
Monthly Est:$3,509
3 Beds
- 3 Baths
2 full baths + 1 half bath
2,080sqft
5218 1st Street NW, Washington, DC 20011
$705,000
$3,509/moEst:
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Townhouse
Built in 1936
$-- HOA
1,748 sqft lot
$339/sq.ft
Description
A Distinctive Tudor-Style Home with Character You Don't Find Every Day
Not every Washington, DC home has a floor plan or architectural character like this.
Welcome to 5218 1st Street NW, Washington, DC 20011, a distinctive Tudor-style home where classic architecture, solar panels, thoughtful improvements, and flexible living spaces come together beautifully. Offered at $724,900, this three-level home features 3 bedrooms plus a den, 2 full and 1 half baths, a private primary bath, a new kitchen, new energy-efficient windows, hardwood floors, two fireplaces, a finished basement, a laundry room, and a detached garage. Seller-provided data indicates that the solar panel output exceeds the home's electricity consumption, resulting in significant utility savings.
The personality of the home reveals itself the moment you step inside. A welcoming foyer with a coat closet provides a proper entry before you step into the living room. Here, impressive lighting, warm hardwood floors, and a beautiful Art Deco iron railing create a striking transition into the main living space.
Then your eye is drawn to one of the home's most distinctive architectural features: a historic picture window that has been preserved, while the other windows have been replaced. Framing the room with natural light and a connection to the home's past, it is a feature that cannot be recreated with a renovation.
The cozy living room with fireplace invites you to settle in, while the adjoining dining room provides a gracious setting for dinner parties, holidays, and everyday gatherings. The new kitchen brings a fresh, updated feel to the heart of the home, and the adjoining breakfast room creates another inviting space for Morning coffee, casual meals or conversation.
This is not a predictable, cookie-cutter floor plan. Each room has a purpose, yet the spaces flow together in a way that gives the home warmth, dimension, and personality.
Upstairs are 3 bedrooms, a light-filled den/home office, and 2 full bathrooms. The primary bedroom features the privacy of its own ensuite bath, while a second full hall bath serves the additional bedrooms. The den provides valuable flexibility for today's lifestyle, whether used as a dedicated home office, reading room, study, or creative retreat.
And there is still another level to discover.
The finished basement expands the home's living possibilities with a second fireplace and half bath. Create a family room, media room, fitness space, hobby area, or comfortable overflow for guests. A dedicated laundry area with a new washer and dryer adds everyday convenience.
Outside, 5218 continues to deliver. Relax on the front porch, enjoy the rear outdoor living space, and appreciate the convenience of a detached garage with off-street parking. Start the day with eastern sunrise views and enjoy the glow of western sunsets at day's end.
Just outside the front door, a neighborhood triangle park adds something even more difficult to reproduce: a sense of community. On pleasant evenings, it becomes a natural gathering place where neighbors come together, an inviting extension of life at 5218.
The home also features solar panels, adding an energy-conscious dimension to ownership.
With convenient access to public transportation and destinations throughout Washington, DC, the location adds another layer of everyday convenience.
5218 1st Street NW isn't simply another 3-bedroom home for sale in Washington, DC. It is a distinctive Tudor-style DC home offering architectural character, a historic picture window, an uncommon floor plan, 3 bedrooms plus a den, a private primary bath, a finished basement, two fireplaces, a new kitchen, new windows, hardwood floors, solar panels, outdoor living space, and a detached garage. For buyers searching for a Washington, DC home with character, not one that looks and feels like every other house, 5218 1st Street NW deserves to be seen.
Offered at $724,900.
- Houzeo last checked: 12 hours ago
- Listing updated: October 30, 2026 at 10:21 pm
- Listing Provided by: Ressie R Wallace Wilson (202) 359-9641 | RE/MAX Allegiance (202) 547-5600
- Source: Bright MLS-NJ | MLS#: DCDC2281702

Property Details
Status
Active
Type
Townhouse
No. of Stories
-
County
City
Neighborhood
Year Built
1936
HOA Fees
-
Finished Area
2,080 sqft
Lot Size
1,748 sqft lot
Basement Area
- sqft
MLS Name
Bright MLS
MLS Number
DCDC2281702
MLS Status
ACTIVE-BRIGHT
Days on Market
51

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Location
Facts & Features
Rooms
Bedrooms & bathrooms
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Interior
Window Features
Double Pane Windows, Energy Star Qualified, Screens, Wood Frame, Vinyl Clad
Flooring
Hardwood, Laminated, Ceramic Tile
Sewer
Public Sewer
Heating
Radiator
Exterior Features
Exterior Lighting, Gutter System, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Stone Retaining Walls
Interior Features
Bathroom Tub Shower, Bathroom Walk In Shower, Breakfast Area, Bathroom Soaking Tub, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Floor Plan Open, Formal/separate Dining Room, Primary Bath(s), Stain/lead Glass, Wood Floors
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer Front Loading, Energy Efficient Appliances, Energy Star Clothes Washer, Energy Star Dishwasher, Energy Star Refrigerator, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Stove, Washer, Washer Front Loading, Washer/dryer Stacked, Water Heater
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
Construction
Year Built
Year Built: 1936
Home type
Townhouse
Foundation Details
Brick/mortar
Architectural Style
Tudor
Construction Materials
Brick
Utilities & Energy
Fireplace Features
Mantel(s), Stone
Water Source
Public
Utilities
Natural Gas Available, Electric Available
Basement
Other, Windows, Workshop, Space For Rooms, Shelving, Heated, Outside Entrance, Poured Concrete, Rear Entrance, Walkout Level
Association Amenities
None
Security Features
Electric Alarm, Exterior Cameras, Monitored, Motion Detectors, Security System, Smoke Detector
Electric
200+ Amp Service
Other Features
Patio And Porch Features
Deck, Patio, Porch
Subdivision Name
Petworth
Lot Features
Landscaping, Level, Rear Yard
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
10/21/2026 Source: | Price Decreased | $705,000 -3.42% $339/sqft |
09/10/2026 Source: | Listed for Sale | $730,000 $351/sqft |
09/07/2026 Source: | Coming Soon | $730,000 $351/sqft |
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