Investor special in the heart of Washington, DC! This 2-bedroom, 1 full and 1 half bath row house at 5205 5th St NW offers a great opportunity for renovation, rental, or resale. Featuring a classic row home layout, this property is ready for your vision and updates. Located in a well-established Northwest DC neighborhood, the home offers excellent access to everyday conveniences and a strong sense of community. Enjoy nearby shopping, dining, and grocery options along Georgia Avenue, with additional retail and restaurants just minutes away. Commuters will appreciate the convenient access to multiple transportation options, including nearby Metrobus routes and close proximity to the Georgia Ave–Petworth Metro Station, providing easy access to downtown DC and surrounding areas. Major roadways such as Georgia Avenue, New Hampshire Avenue, and 16th Street NW make commuting throughout the city and into Maryland simple and efficient. Outdoor recreation is easily accessible with several parks and green spaces nearby, offering walking trails and places to unwind. Whether you're an investor or buyer looking to customize a home in a prime DC location, this property offers strong potential and a great opportunity to add value.
Foreclosure
$429,000
5205 5th St NW, Washington, DC 20011
2beds
1,200sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
1,600 Square Feet Lot
$424,400 Zestimate®
$358/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 15 days |
- 791 |
- 18 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 22, 2026 at 01:44pm
Listed by:
LaToya Anderson 240-630-4622,
KW Metro Center
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2251050
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Basement, Breakfast Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Bedroom 1
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s), Primary Bedroom - Sitting Area
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 1
- Features: Skylight(s), Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 2
- Level: Lower
Basement
- Features: Basement - Finished
- Level: Lower
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit, Laundry Room
Features
- Floor Plan - Traditional, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
- Basement: Finished,Interior Entry,Rear Entrance
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,400
- Total interior livable area: 1,200 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,000
- Finished area below ground: 200
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, Driveway, Off Street, Detached Carport
- Carport spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Porch, Enclosed
- Exterior features: Awning(s), Bump-outs, Boat Storage
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Full,Wood,Wire
Lot
- Size: 1,600 Square Feet
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 3257//0003
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Real Estate Owned
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Federal
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Petworth
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $358/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $574,780
- Annual tax amount: $57,173
- Date on market: 3/22/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Foreclosure details
Estimated market value
$424,400
$403,000 - $446,000
$3,052/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/19/2026 | Sold | $499,000-5%$416/sqft |
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| 5/3/2024 | Sold | $525,000$438/sqft |
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| 2/22/2024 | Sold | $525,000-4.4%$438/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DCDC2122650 Report a problem | ||
| 2/22/2024 | Pending sale | $548,900$457/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2122650 Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/2024 | Contingent | $548,900$457/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2122650 Report a problem | ||
| 1/4/2024 | Price change | $548,900-0.2%$457/sqft |
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| 12/26/2023 | Listed for sale | $550,000$458/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $57,173 +3680.7% | $571,730 +0.6% |
| 2024 | $1,512 +1.1% | $568,230 +1.7% |
| 2023 | $1,495 +0.5% | $558,590 +9.7% |
| 2022 | $1,488 +4.3% | $509,320 +5.3% |
| 2021 | $1,427 +4.8% | $483,700 +5.3% |
| 2020 | $1,361 +9.4% | $459,510 +16.1% |
| 2018 | $1,244 +9.7% | $395,700 +14.1% |
| 2017 | $1,135 +9.7% | $346,750 +10% |
| 2016 | $1,035 +37.4% | $315,130 +10.5% |
| 2015 | $753 +9.2% | $285,150 +22.6% |
| 2014 | $690 +8% | $232,520 +3.3% |
| 2013 | $639 +8.8% | $225,180 -2.6% |
| 2012 | $587 | $231,100 |
| 2011 | $587 +21% | $231,100 -19% |
| 2010 | $485 +45.9% | $285,210 -12.8% |
| 2009 | $332 +6.2% | $326,900 +20.3% |
| 2007 | $313 +5.2% | $271,820 +44.3% |
| 2006 | $298 -21.3% | $188,400 +30.4% |
| 2005 | $378 +12% | $144,450 +17% |
| 2004 | $338 -44% | $123,450 +33% |
| 2003 | $603 +4.5% | $92,818 +3% |
| 2002 | $577 +4.7% | $90,108 +3.1% |
| 2001 | $551 | $87,398 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Petworth
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Truesdell Education CampusGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10MacFarland Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High School @ MacFarlandGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 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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