Welcome to 1208 Shepherd St NW in the heart of Columbia Heights. This classic DC rowhome offers 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms across three levels, blending historic character with thoughtful modern updates. The main level features bright living and dining spaces that flow seamlessly into a functional kitchen—ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, spacious bedrooms include a private primary suite with en-suite bath. The finished lower level offers flexible space perfect for a guest suite, recreation room, home office, or potential rental opportunity. Recent upgrades include a new HVAC system and hot water heater installed in 2025, both with warranty, providing added comfort and peace of mind. Located just minutes from Columbia Heights Metro, restaurants, parks, and shopping, this home offers the best of city living with convenient access to everything DC has to offer.
For sale
Price cut: $40 (3/30)
$849,950
1208 Shepherd St NW, Washington, DC 20011
3beds
1,720sqft
Est.:
Townhouse
Built in 1914
1,159 Square Feet Lot
$839,600 Zestimate®
$494/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Spacious bedroomsFunctional kitchen
- 27 days |
- 2,006 |
- 90 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 30, 2026 at 12:10pm
Listed by:
Azmera Abraham 703-627-4494,
Abraham & Associates Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2248646
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 540
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting
- Basement: Connecting Stairway,Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,800
- Total interior livable area: 1,720 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,260
- Finished area below ground: 460
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,159 Square Feet
- Features: Chillum-Urban Land Complex
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 2907//0033
- Zoning: RF-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Federal
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1914
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Columbia Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $494/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $849,490
- Annual tax amount: $7,304
- Date on market: 3/6/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,FHA 203(k),Private Financing Available
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$839,600
$798,000 - $882,000
$4,179/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/30/2026 | Price change | $849,9500%$494/sqft |
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| 3/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $849,990+57.4%$494/sqft |
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| 12/12/2025 | Sold | $540,000-10%$314/sqft |
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| 11/18/2025 | Contingent | $599,900$349/sqft |
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| 10/22/2025 | Price change | $599,900-6.3%$349/sqft |
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| 9/18/2025 | Price change | $639,900-1.5%$372/sqft |
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| 8/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $649,900$378/sqft |
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| 8/5/2025 | Contingent | $649,900$378/sqft |
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| 7/10/2025 | Price change | $649,900-7.1%$378/sqft |
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| 6/13/2025 | Price change | $699,900-6.7%$407/sqft |
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| 5/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $749,900-11.4%$436/sqft |
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| 7/20/2023 | Sold | $846,711+12.9%$492/sqft |
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| 12/7/2022 | Listing removed | $750,000$436/sqft |
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| 4/1/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/13/2021 | Pending sale | $750,000$436/sqft |
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| 1/11/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/19/2020 | Listed for rent | $3,250$2/sqft |
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| 12/10/2020 | Listing removed | $750,000$436/sqft |
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| 12/5/2020 | Price change | $750,000-3.2%$436/sqft |
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| 12/1/2020 | Price change | $775,000-2.5%$451/sqft |
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| 11/20/2020 | Listed for sale | $795,000+19.6%$462/sqft |
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| 12/16/2015 | Listing removed | $664,500$386/sqft |
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| 9/29/2015 | Listed for sale | $664,500$386/sqft |
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| 7/16/2015 | Listing removed | $664,500$386/sqft |
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| 5/13/2015 | Pending sale | $664,500$386/sqft |
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| 5/11/2015 | Price change | $664,500-3.5%$386/sqft |
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| 4/28/2015 | Listed for sale | $688,500$400/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $42,986 +488.6% | $859,710 +0.1% |
| 2024 | $7,304 +1.4% | $859,240 +1.4% |
| 2023 | $7,201 +4.6% | $847,230 +4.6% |
| 2022 | $6,884 +2% | $809,850 +2% |
| 2021 | $6,746 +2.1% | $793,680 +2.1% |
| 2020 | $6,611 -81.9% | $777,720 +6.4% |
| 2018 | $36,543 +74.8% | $730,850 +2.2% |
| 2017 | $20,909 +336.3% | $714,830 +7.5% |
| 2016 | $4,792 +40.1% | $665,030 +51.8% |
| 2015 | $3,420 +94.5% | $438,040 +24.7% |
| 2014 | $1,758 +9.4% | $351,170 +4.6% |
| 2013 | $1,607 +9.1% | $335,820 +0.4% |
| 2012 | $1,473 | $334,320 |
| 2011 | $1,473 +21% | $334,320 -6.6% |
| 2010 | $1,217 +40.8% | $358,050 -7.1% |
| 2009 | $865 +8.5% | $385,240 +12.6% |
| 2007 | $797 +5.2% | $342,090 +22.3% |
| 2006 | $758 -25.5% | $279,650 +45.9% |
| 2005 | $1,017 +12% | $191,670 +22.8% |
| 2004 | $908 +12% | $156,080 +26% |
| 2003 | $810 +25% | $123,870 +27% |
| 2002 | $648 +12% | $97,534 +8% |
| 2001 | $579 | $90,309 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,905/mo
Principal & interest
$4445
Property taxes
$460
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Sixteenth Street Heights
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Powell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10MacFarland Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High School @ MacFarlandGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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