1538 Swann St NW
Washington, DC 20009

$1,500,000

Price

Beds

Baths

2,840 Sq. Ft.

$528 / Sq. Ft.

2,840

Sq. Ft.

$528

per Sq. Ft.

Owner's Unit 2 - Chef's Kitchen, Open Shelving

Unit 2 - SubZero, Bosch and Silestone Counters

Owner's Unit 2 - Primary Bedroom with Skylights

Unit 2 - Primary Bedroom with Large Closet

Owner's Unit 2 - Second Bedroom or Office

Owner's Unit 2 - Upper Level Hall Full Bath

Unit 1 - Living Area w/ Exposed Brick Hearth

Unit 1 - Dining Area with Stained Transom Windows

Unit 1 - Modern Kitchen with Breakfast Bar

Unit 1 - Upper Level Living, 2 Bedrooms Below

Unit 1 - Lower Level Hall, Exposed Brick

Unit 1 - Lower Level Hall, Modern Finishes

Unit 1 - Front Bedroom with Private Entrance

Unit 1 - Front Bedroom with Ensuite Bath

Unit 1 - Front Bedroom Ensuite with Walk-in Shower

Unit 1 - Outdoor Dining on Private Patio

Owner's Unit 2 - High Ceilings w/ Open Floor Plan

Description

Seller says “Bring Offers!” on 1538 Swann St — a fully renovated Dupont Circle two-unit property with built-in income. One unit is leased, offering immediate cash flow, while the second provides strong rental upside or an ideal owner-occupant opportunity. A rare, flexible asset in a prime location. Fully renovated in 2017, both units offer the same meticulous finishes and open plan living, with a central kitchen positioned between the living and dining areas. The kitchens in both units have Sub-Zero...Seller says “Bring Offers!” on 1538 Swann St — a fully renovated Dupont Circle two-unit property with built-in income. One unit is leased, offering immediate cash flow, while the second provides strong rental upside or an ideal owner-occupant opportunity. A rare, flexible asset in a prime location. Fully renovated in 2017, both units offer the same meticulous finishes and open plan living, with a central kitchen positioned between the living and dining areas. The kitchens in both units have Sub-Zero and Bosch appliances w/ Spanish Silestone counters. Each of the units are two-levels with two-bedrooms and two-baths on a separate level from the main living area. Fantastic natural light floods through the expansive windows highlighting the modern finishes and recent updates. The upper unit has multiple skylights in the primary bedroom and soaring ceilings. The lower unit benefits from a private patio perfect for summer evenings. The unbeatable location puts you at the intersection of Dupont Circle, Logan Circle and the U Street Corridor on one of DC's most coveted tree-lined streets. Live steps away from the city's most talked about restaurants and shopping with this elegant property in one of DC's most iconic neighborhoods.

Property Details for 1538 Swann Street Northwest

Tax ID Number

0191//0090

Ownership

Fee Simple

Condo Coop Association

HOA

Structure Type

Interior Row/Townhouse

Style

Victorian

Levels/Stories

Waterfront

LISTING UPDATED: 12/18/2025 01:18 PM

Property Details for 1538 Swann Street Northwest

Status	Active
MLS #	DCDC2230094
Days on Market	48
Taxes	$13,402 / year
HOA Fees	-
Condo/Co-op Fees	-
Compass Type	Townhouse
MLS Type	Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built	1885
Lot Size	0.02 AC / 711 SF
County	District of Columbia

Location

Listing Courtesy of Engel & Volkers Washington, DC

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Building Information for 1538 Swann Street Northwest

Stories4Residences-Year Built1885Lot Size0.02 AC / 711 SF

Payment Calculator

$8,529 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,412

Property Taxes

$1,117

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 1538 Swann Street Northwest

Location

In City Limits: Yes
Transportation: Airport less than 10 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Metro/Subway Station less than 1 mile

School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District County ID: 121140357950
SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
County: WASHINGTON

Waterfront / Water Access

Water View: No
Water Access: No

Water Oriented: No
Navigable Water: No
Tidal Water: No
Riparian Rights Y/N: No

Association / Community Info

Property Manager Y/N: No
Senior Community: No

Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No

Taxes and Assessment

Tax Year: 2025
Tax Assessed Value: $1,576,690

Year Assessed: 2025
Improvement Assessed Value: $1,043,210
City Town Tax: $13,402
Land Assessed Value: $533,480
Municipal Trash: Yes
Zoning: RF1/DC
Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes

Lease Information

Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions

Rooms

Main

# Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
# Bathrooms Count Main Level: 0

# Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0

All Upper Levels

# Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
# Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2

# Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2

Upper Level 1

# Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 0
# Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 0

# Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 0

Upper Level 2

# Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
# Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2

# Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2

All Lower Levels

# Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 2
# Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 2

# Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 2

Lower Level 1

# Bedrooms Lower Level: 2
# Bathrooms Lower Level: 2

# Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 2

Rooms

Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2

Building Info

Year Major Reno Remodel: 2017
Total Finished SQFT: 2,840.00

Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
Total SQFT: 2,840.00
Total SQFT Source: Estimated
Main Entrance Orientation: North
Construction Materials: Brick
Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8037/3521/9370/803735219370_512_384_WM_4x2krXDYPXb-w1nl.jpg
Basement Type: Fully Finished, Connecting Stairway, Daylight, Full, Front Entrance, Heated, Improved, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Windows, Full
Foundation Details: Other
Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Lower Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Lower Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-2
# Bathrooms Full: 4
Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade

Lot / Land Information

Lot Size Source: Assessor
Soil Types: Unknown

Parcel ID: 15973605
Additional Parcels: No

Parking

Type Of Parking: Other

Interior Features

Interior Features: 2nd Kitchen, Air Filter System, Dining Area, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Skylight(s), Formal/Separate Dining Room
Fireplace: No

Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Oven - Self Cleaning, Stainless Steel Appliances, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Microwave, Cooktop
Accessibility Features: Other
Security Features: Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector
Door Features: Insulated, Six Panel
Window Features: Double Pane, Insulated, Screens, Skylights, Energy Efficient
Laundry Type: Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit

Exterior Features

Spa: No
Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights

Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
Pool: No Pool
Horse: No

Utilities

Heating: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C

Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer

Confidential Data

Listing Office

List Agent URL: shirinbenamadi.evrealestate.com

Property History for 1538 Swann Street Northwest

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Dec 18, 2025	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2230092	$1,500,000	—
Dec 18, 2025	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2230094	$1,500,000	—
Nov 1, 2025	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2230094	$1,695,000	—
Nov 1, 2025	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2230092	$1,695,000	—
Oct 31, 2025	Expired BRIGHT #DCDC2187002		—
Oct 31, 2025	Expired BRIGHT #DCDC2186974		—
Aug 19, 2025	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2187002	$1,695,000	—
Aug 19, 2025	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2186974	$1,695,000	—
May 30, 2025	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2187002	$1,725,000	—
May 30, 2025	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2186974	$1,725,000	—
Apr 11, 2025	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2186974	$1,825,000	—
Apr 11, 2025	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2187002	$1,825,000	—
Dec 19, 2024	Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC2153716		—
Aug 7, 2024	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2153716	$2,100,000	—
Dec 1, 2023	Expired BRIGHT #DCDC2034540		—
Sep 30, 2023	Expired BRIGHT #DCDC2033674		—
Jul 31, 2023	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2033674	$2,145,000	—
Jul 31, 2023	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2034540	$2,145,000	—
Jun 16, 2023	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2034540	$2,195,000	—
Jun 16, 2023	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2033674	$2,195,000	—
Jun 16, 2023	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2034540	$2,195	—
Jun 16, 2023	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2033674	$2,195	—
Apr 18, 2023	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2034540	$2,245,000	—
Apr 18, 2023	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2033674	$2,245,000	—
Jan 30, 2023	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2034540	$2,295,000	—
Jan 30, 2023	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2033674	$2,295,000	—
Oct 5, 2022	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2034540	$2,395,000	—
Oct 5, 2022	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2033674	$2,395,000	—
Jul 7, 2022	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2033674		—
Jul 6, 2022	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2034540		—
Jun 29, 2022	Temp Off Market BRIGHT #DCDC2034540		—
Jun 29, 2022	Temp Off Market BRIGHT #DCDC2033674		—
Apr 1, 2022	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2034540	$2,445,000	—
Apr 1, 2022	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2033674	$2,445,000	—
Feb 11, 2022	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2034540	$2,495,000	—
Feb 11, 2022	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2033674	$2,495,000	—
Dec 20, 2017	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #613017945	$1,600,000	—
Dec 20, 2017	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #613017945	$1,600,000	+8.8% / yr
Dec 20, 2017	Closed BRIGHT #1000126905	$1,600,000	—
Dec 20, 2017	Closed BRIGHT #1000127089	$1,600,000	—
Nov 17, 2017	Pending BRIGHT #1000126905		—
Nov 17, 2017	Pending BRIGHT #1000127089		—
Sep 12, 2017	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1000126905	$1,990,000	—
Sep 12, 2017	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1000127089	$1,990,000	—
Mar 7, 2006	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #243776653	$590,000	—
Mar 7, 2006	Closed BRIGHT #DCDC185008	$590,000	—
Dec 6, 2005	Pending BRIGHT #DCDC185008		—
Dec 5, 2005	Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC406374	$749,900	—
Dec 5, 2005	Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC406374		—
Dec 2, 2005	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC185008	$599,000	—
Oct 21, 2005	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC406374	$799,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
12/18/2025	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2230092	$1,500,000
12/18/2025	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2230094	$1,500,000
11/01/2025	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2230094	$1,695,000
11/01/2025	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2230092	$1,695,000
10/31/2025	Expired BRIGHT #DCDC2187002	—
10/31/2025	Expired BRIGHT #DCDC2186974	—
08/19/2025	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2187002	$1,695,000
08/19/2025	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2186974	$1,695,000
05/30/2025	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2187002	$1,725,000
05/30/2025	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2186974	$1,725,000
04/11/2025	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2186974	$1,825,000
04/11/2025	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2187002	$1,825,000
12/19/2024	Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC2153716	—
08/07/2024	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2153716	$2,100,000
12/01/2023	Expired BRIGHT #DCDC2034540	—
09/30/2023	Expired BRIGHT #DCDC2033674	—
07/31/2023	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2033674	$2,145,000
07/31/2023	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2034540	$2,145,000
06/16/2023	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2034540	$2,195,000
06/16/2023	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2033674	$2,195,000
06/16/2023	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2034540	$2,195
06/16/2023	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2033674	$2,195
04/18/2023	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2034540	$2,245,000
04/18/2023	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2033674	$2,245,000
01/30/2023	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2034540	$2,295,000
01/30/2023	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2033674	$2,295,000
10/05/2022	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2034540	$2,395,000
10/05/2022	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2033674	$2,395,000
07/07/2022	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2033674	—
07/06/2022	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2034540	—
06/29/2022	Temp Off Market BRIGHT #DCDC2034540	—
06/29/2022	Temp Off Market BRIGHT #DCDC2033674	—
04/01/2022	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2034540	$2,445,000
04/01/2022	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2033674	$2,445,000
02/11/2022	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2034540	$2,495,000
02/11/2022	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2033674	$2,495,000
12/20/2017	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #613017945	$1,600,000
12/20/2017	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #613017945	$1,600,000 +8.8% / yr
12/20/2017	Closed BRIGHT #1000126905	$1,600,000
12/20/2017	Closed BRIGHT #1000127089	$1,600,000
11/17/2017	Pending BRIGHT #1000126905	—
11/17/2017	Pending BRIGHT #1000127089	—
09/12/2017	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1000126905	$1,990,000
09/12/2017	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1000127089	$1,990,000
03/07/2006	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #243776653	$590,000
03/07/2006	Closed BRIGHT #DCDC185008	$590,000
12/06/2005	Pending BRIGHT #DCDC185008	—
12/05/2005	Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC406374	$749,900
12/05/2005	Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC406374	—
12/02/2005	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC185008	$599,000
10/21/2005	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC406374	$799,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1538 Swann Street Northwest

Taxable ValueLand$533,480Additions$1,043,210Total$1,576,690

Tax Record2025$13,402 ($1,117 / month)

Home Facts

Baths4Total Finished SqFt1,607 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,607 SqFtStories3Lot Size711 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Dwelling (2-4)Year Built1885Year Renovated2006ZoningRF-1/DCCountyDISTRICT OF COLUMBIAAPN0191 0090Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1538 Swann Street Northwest

This home is within District Of Columbia Public Schools.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
9/10	Garrison Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	0.4 mi
2/10	Cardozo Education Campus	Public - Serves this home	6 to 12	0.7 mi
9/10	Benjamin Banneker High School	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	0.6 mi
8/10	School Without Walls High School	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	1.3 mi
7/10	McKinley Technology High School	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	1.7 mi
6/10	Duke Ellington School of the Arts	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	1.9 mi
NR	St. Augustine School	Private - Nearby school	1 to 9	0.3 mi
NR	Fusion Academy Wdc: Washington D.C.	Private - Nearby school	6 to 12	0.5 mi
NR	Emerson Preparatory School	Private - Nearby school	9 to 12	0.5 mi


Rating	School	Distance
9/10	Garrison Elementary School PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	0.4 mi
2/10	Cardozo Education Campus Public6 to 12 Serves this home	0.7 mi
9/10	Benjamin Banneker High School Public9 to 12 Choice school	0.6 mi
8/10	School Without Walls High School Public9 to 12 Choice school	1.3 mi
7/10	McKinley Technology High School Public9 to 12 Choice school	1.7 mi
6/10	Duke Ellington School of the Arts Public9 to 12 Choice school	1.9 mi
NR	St. Augustine School Private1 to 9 Nearby school	0.3 mi
NR	Fusion Academy Wdc: Washington D.C. Private6 to 12 Nearby school	0.5 mi
NR	Emerson Preparatory School Private9 to 12 Nearby school	0.5 mi

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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1538 Swann Street Northwest is a townhouse for sale in Washington, DC 20009. This property was listed for sale on November 1, 2025 by Engel & Volkers Washington, DC, it's currently listed at $1,500,000. It has been on the market for a total of 48 days and was last sold on December 20, 2017. This listing's school district is District Of Columbia Public Schools. Nearby schools include Garrison Elementary School, Cardozo Education Campus and Benjamin Banneker High School. 1538 Swann Street Northwest is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 2,840 sqft townhouse built in 1885.

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1538 Swann St NW
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