You will fall in love with this 4BR, 3.5BA, semi-detached home with inviting front porch overlooking fenced front yard of lush greens and beautiful plantings. There is a pergola covered patio off the kitchen just perfect for private, al-fresco dining and Parking outside the fenced backyard. Distinguished history meets modern sustainability at 5153 8th St NE, one of the original "House of 1955" model home featured in the Washington Post -Times Herald, now transformed into one of Riggs Park's most energy efficient and thoughtfully appointed residences. Located approx. 8/10 of a mile to Fort Totten Metro (Green, Yellow, and Red Lines) providing seamless transit access thru-out the DMV. Extensively renovated in 2019 and enhanced with over $80K in improvements. This home generates income through a fully-paid 11.1 kW solar array producing an estimate of $4000-$5000 annually in Solar Renewable Energy Credits. Conveniently located to schools, parks, shopping, farmers market, Arts Place Development with fitness, healthcare, shops, entertainment and more.
For sale
$719,900
5153 8th St NE, Washington, DC 20011
4beds
2,008sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
2,850 Square Feet Lot
$678,900 Zestimate®
$359/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 11, 2026 at 01:22pm
Listed by:
Joanna Argenio 202-258-2273,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2249784
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Laundry, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wood
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Lower
Primary bathroom
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Stall Shower, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Built-in Features, Wet Bar
- Level: Lower
Foyer
- Features: Built-in Features, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Main
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Countertop(s) - Quartz, Flooring - Wood, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Recessed Lighting, Pantry
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Balcony Access
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Solar, Other
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Energy Efficient Appliances, Exhaust Fan, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Electric Water Heater, Solar Hot Water
- Laundry: In Basement, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit, Laundry Room
Features
- Bar, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Open Floorplan, Kitchen - Gourmet, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Other
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Carpet, Other, Wood
- Doors: ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors, French Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows, Energy Efficient, Low Emissivity Windows, Vinyl Clad, Window Treatments
- Basement: Finished,Improved,Exterior Entry,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,030
- Total interior livable area: 2,008 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,290
- Finished area below ground: 718
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Paved, Off Street
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting, Rain Gutters, Play Area, Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Wrought Iron,Full,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Street, Other
Lot
- Size: 2,850 Square Feet
- Features: Front Yard, Landscaped, Rear Yard, Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 3754//0050
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Federal
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick, Block, Blown-In Insulation, Other
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Block
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
- Major remodel year: 2019
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Exterior Cameras, Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Riggs Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $359/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $670,290
- Annual tax amount: $4,938
- Date on market: 4/9/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$678,900
$638,000 - $713,000
$5,439/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $719,900+16.1%$359/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DCDC2249784 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2019 | Sold | $620,000+0%$309/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2019 | Listed for sale | $619,900$309/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Realty Services #DCDC422096 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2019 | Pending sale | $619,900$309/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Realty Services #DCDC422096 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2019 | Price change | $619,900-2.4%$309/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Realty Services #DCDC422096 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2019 | Listed for sale | $635,000+81.4%$316/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/6/2018 | Sold | $350,000$174/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,938 +1.8% | $670,790 +2% |
| 2024 | $4,850 +1.1% | $657,670 +1.4% |
| 2023 | $4,797 -0.2% | $648,360 +0.6% |
| 2022 | $4,808 +4.9% | $644,290 +4.7% |
| 2021 | $4,582 +1.5% | $615,430 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $4,515 +264.7% | $606,840 +44.7% |
| 2018 | $1,238 +9.7% | $419,310 +9.9% |
| 2017 | $1,129 +9.7% | $381,660 +14.2% |
| 2016 | $1,029 +9.8% | $334,110 +14.5% |
| 2015 | $937 +7.8% | $291,810 +6.2% |
| 2014 | $869 +2.1% | $274,700 +2% |
| 2013 | $851 +5.4% | $269,440 -3.5% |
| 2012 | $808 | $279,230 |
| 2011 | $808 +21% | $279,230 -11.3% |
| 2010 | $668 +10% | $314,850 -11.1% |
| 2009 | $607 -44.6% | $353,980 +25.4% |
| 2007 | $1,096 +5.2% | $282,200 +23.9% |
| 2006 | $1,042 -11.7% | $227,720 +6% |
| 2005 | $1,181 +12% | $214,790 +43.1% |
| 2004 | $1,054 +12% | $150,050 +17.2% |
| 2003 | $941 +1.7% | $128,031 +1.3% |
| 2002 | $925 +1.7% | $126,390 +1.3% |
| 2001 | $910 | $124,748 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$4,102/mo
Principal & interest
$3712
Property taxes
$390
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Riggs Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Lasalle Backus Education CampusGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 5/10Ida B. Wells Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 4/10Coolidge High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 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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