Buyer could not perform - BACK ON MARKET! Still a deal - This spacious Trinidad row home is priced to motivate and ready for a buyer with a vision to upgrade this ready-to-renovate gem into a diamond. Three levels of living space provide opportunities for an open layout, huge bedrooms, and a separate basement unit. The massive main level provides ample space for living, lounging and entertaining. The lower level with separate entry provides additional living space and potential for a separate unit. The upper level provides a massive owners suite and two additional bedrooms to combine into larger resting quarters or leave separate to make space for a home office. Alley-accessible parking for one car. Front yard offers space for growing greenery. Potential after renovation value of $700k+ OR possible monthly rental income over $3,500/mo. Run the numbers and let's make a deal - sellers are motivated but the numbers need to work. Make this Trinidad treasure yours today!
Sold for $455,000
$455,000
1278 Oates St NE, Washington, DC 20002
3beds
1,604sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
1,298 Square Feet Lot
$454,700 Zestimate®
$284/sqft
$3,612 Estimated rent
Home value
$454,700
$432,000 - $477,000
$3,612/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 15, 2026 at 05:20pm
Listed by:
Jessamyn Spain 703-577-8369,
RE/MAX Distinctive Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with:
Crystal Crittenden, SP98362868
Compass
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2232422
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 647
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
Features
- Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Family Room Off Kitchen, Upgraded Countertops
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile/Brick, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Basement: Other
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,941
- Total interior livable area: 1,604 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,294
- Finished area below ground: 310
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio, Deck, Screened
- Exterior features: Awning(s), Stone Retaining Walls
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 1,298 sqft
- Features: Urban, Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 4060//0046
- Zoning: 0
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Average
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
- Major remodel year: 2012
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Septic
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Washington
- Subdivision: Washington Dc
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Private Financing Available
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/13/2026 | Sold | $455,000+1.3%$284/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DCDC2232422 Report a problem | ||
| 11/29/2025 | Pending sale | $449,000$280/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2232422 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $449,000$280/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2232422 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2025 | Listing removed | $449,000$280/sqft |
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| 9/24/2025 | Contingent | $449,000$280/sqft |
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| 8/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $449,000-5.5%$280/sqft |
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| 8/20/2025 | Contingent | $475,000$296/sqft |
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| 7/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $475,000-4.8%$296/sqft |
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| 5/27/2025 | Contingent | $499,000$311/sqft |
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| 4/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $499,000$311/sqft |
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| 4/22/2025 | Contingent | $499,000$311/sqft |
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| 4/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $499,000-3.1%$311/sqft |
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| 4/5/2025 | Contingent | $515,000$321/sqft |
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| 3/25/2025 | Price change | $515,000-3.7%$321/sqft |
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| 2/27/2025 | Price change | $535,000-2.7%$334/sqft |
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| 2/1/2025 | Price change | $549,900-1.8%$343/sqft |
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| 1/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $560,000$349/sqft |
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| 12/11/2024 | Listing removed | $560,000$349/sqft |
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| 12/10/2024 | Listed for sale | $560,000$349/sqft |
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| 12/4/2024 | Contingent | $560,000$349/sqft |
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| 10/31/2024 | Listed for sale | $560,000$349/sqft |
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| 8/17/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/7/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/24/2024 | Price change | $560,000-1.8%$349/sqft |
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| 4/10/2024 | Pending sale | $570,000$355/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,347 +9.2% | $604,320 -1.7% |
| 2024 | $3,064 +9.1% | $615,060 +2.5% |
| 2023 | $2,809 +8.3% | $600,180 +7.3% |
| 2022 | $2,595 +9.2% | $559,090 +6.1% |
| 2021 | $2,377 +9.7% | $526,780 +3.5% |
| 2020 | $2,166 +19.8% | $508,850 +25% |
| 2018 | $1,808 +9.5% | $407,200 +13.1% |
| 2017 | $1,650 +9.6% | $360,170 +8.7% |
| 2016 | $1,506 +9.8% | $331,440 +13.1% |
| 2015 | $1,371 +9.2% | $293,040 +33.2% |
| 2014 | $1,256 +9.2% | $219,960 +5.4% |
| 2013 | $1,150 +8.7% | $208,670 -1.5% |
| 2012 | $1,058 | $211,910 |
| 2011 | $1,058 +21% | $211,910 -17.6% |
| 2010 | $874 +18.1% | $257,190 -12.4% |
| 2009 | $740 +7.2% | $293,720 +27.7% |
| 2007 | $691 +5.2% | $229,950 +50% |
| 2006 | $657 -19.4% | $153,330 +23.3% |
| 2005 | $815 +12% | $124,360 +9.3% |
| 2004 | $728 -0.1% | $113,800 +7.5% |
| 2003 | $728 +22.3% | $105,850 +15% |
| 2002 | $596 +14% | $92,045 +9% |
| 2001 | $523 | $84,445 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Trinidad
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Wheatley Education CampusGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Dunbar High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 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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- Washington, DC
- District of Columbia
- Washington
- 20002
- Trinidad
- 1278 Oates St NE