1615 Decatur Street Northwest

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$1,500,000

6 beds5 baths2,720 sqft$551/sqft

1615 Decatur St NW, Washington, DC 20011

Single FamilyProperty Type

5,287 sq ftLot Size

1937Year Built

$551/sq ftPrice per sq ft

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Tucked away on an idyllic street in Crestwood, one of Northwest DC’s most illustrious residential destinations, there’s one home that stands out from all the rest. Welcome to 1615 Decatur Street NW, a 6-bed, 4.5-bath haven where contemporary conveniences and classic design collide. Set atop a picturesque lawn, the home spotlights a stately brick facade that radiates Colonial charm. But inside, its allure only multiplies. Enter through the grand front doors to find a home that’s been thoroughly updated...Tucked away on an idyllic street in Crestwood, one of Northwest DC’s most illustrious residential destinations, there’s one home that stands out from all the rest. Welcome to 1615 Decatur Street NW, a 6-bed, 4.5-bath haven where contemporary conveniences and classic design collide. Set atop a picturesque lawn, the home spotlights a stately brick facade that radiates Colonial charm. But inside, its allure only multiplies. Enter through the grand front doors to find a home that’s been thoroughly updated for the modern buyer—without compromising on character. Among the home’s many upgrades are the brand new kitchen, refinished floors, newly refreshed bathrooms found throughout, and the state-of-the-art primary suite bathroom. Designed with your comfort in mind, the home also comes with a 2-car attached garage. And then there’s the location. Set in Crestwood, an upscale neighborhood known for its dynamic blend of suburban tranquility and urban access, this home represents city living at its finest. Stroll the peaceful, tree-lined streets at your doorstep, explore nearby Rock Creek Park, or venture over to 16th Street to experience the sights and sounds of Downtown DC. A house that combines location and luxury under one stylish roof, 1615 Decatur Street NW is the key to the lifestyle of your dreams. Stop by to discover it for yourself today before the sun sets on this rare opportunity!

Listing closed: 07/16/2021 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: DCDC524772

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30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,624

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 1615 Decatur Street Northwest

Property Details

Taxes: $9,508 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
County: District of Columbia
Tax ID Number: 2654//0005
Ownership: Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association: No
HOA: No
Structure Type: Detached
Style: Colonial
Levels/Stories: 4
Waterfront: No
Garage: Yes
Expected On Market Date: 06-25-2021
Subdivision: CRESTWOOD
Subdivision: CRESTWOOD (WASHINGTON DC)
Legal Subdivision: CRESTWOOD
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Central Air: Yes
Basement: Yes
Above Grade Finished SQFT: 2,290.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
Below Grade Finished SQFT: 430.00
Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: 420.00
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Assessor
Total Below Grade SQFT: 850.00
Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Assessor
New Construction: No

Building Information

Stories: 4
Year Built: 1937
Lot Size: 0.12 AC / 5,287 SF

Location

In City Limits: Yes
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

Senior Community: No

Taxes and Assessment

Tax Year: 2020
Tax Assessed Value: $1,149,090

Year Assessed: 2020
Improvement Assessed Value: $646,080
City Town Tax: $9,508
Land Assessed Value: $503,010
Clean Green Assessed: No
Zoning: R-1-B
Tax Lot: 5
Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes

Lease Information

Concessions: No

Rooms

Main

# Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
# Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1

All Upper Levels

# Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 5
# Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3

# Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 3

Upper Level 1

# Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
# Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 3

# Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 3

Upper Level 2

# Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 1

All Lower Levels

# Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 1
# Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1

# Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 1

Lower Level 1

# Bedrooms Lower Level: 1
# Bathrooms Lower Level: 1

# Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 1

Rooms

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

Building Info

Total Finished SQFT: 2,720.00
Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor

Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,720.00
Total SQFT: 3,140.00
Total SQFT Source: Assessor
Construction Materials: Combination
Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/3046/4487/1132/304644871132_512_384_WM_wETC9b8W2zbtW2YG.jpg
Basement Type: Fully Finished, Interior Access
Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-4, Bedrooms-Lower Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1
# Bathrooms Full: 4
# Bathrooms Half: 1
Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade

Lot / Land Information

Lot Size Source: Assessor
Soil Types: Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum

Parcel ID: 16038420

Parking

Type Of Parking: Attached Garage
Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2

Total Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Rear Entry

Interior Features

Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Fireplaces Count: 2

Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Icemaker, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
Accessibility Features: None
Security Features: Electric Alarm, Main Entrance Lock, Security System, Smoke Detector
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://youtu.be/dH12cYPCZV8

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Street Lights
Pool: No Pool

Utilities

Heating: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C

Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Water Source: Public
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer

Confidential Data

Listing Office

List Agent AOR: Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS

Property History for 1615 Decatur Street Northwest

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Jul 16, 2021	Closed BRIGHT #DCDC524772	$1,500,000	—
Jul 14, 2021	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1468834936	$1,500,000	+4.9% / yr
Jun 29, 2021	Pending BRIGHT #DCDC524772		—
Jun 23, 2021	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC524772	$1,395,000	—
Jun 7, 2011	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #311039378	$924,500	+422.8% / yr
Jun 7, 2011	Closed BRIGHT #1004388684	$924,500	—
Apr 28, 2011	Pending BRIGHT #1004388684		—
Apr 28, 2011	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1004388684	$899,500	—
Dec 30, 2010	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #304514134	$450,000	—
Dec 30, 2010	Closed BRIGHT #1005086192	$450,000	—
Dec 21, 2010	Pending BRIGHT #1005086192		—
Dec 10, 2010	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1005086192	$495,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
07/16/2021	Closed BRIGHT #DCDC524772	$1,500,000
07/14/2021	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1468834936	$1,500,000 +4.9% / yr
06/29/2021	Pending BRIGHT #DCDC524772	—
06/23/2021	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC524772	$1,395,000
06/07/2011	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #311039378	$924,500 +422.8% / yr
06/07/2011	Closed BRIGHT #1004388684	$924,500
04/28/2011	Pending BRIGHT #1004388684	—
04/28/2011	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1004388684	$899,500
12/30/2010	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #304514134	$450,000
12/30/2010	Closed BRIGHT #1005086192	$450,000
12/21/2010	Pending BRIGHT #1005086192	—
12/10/2010	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1005086192	$495,000

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

Public Records for 1615 Decatur Street Northwest

Taxable ValueLand$594,150Additions$942,840Total$1,536,990

Tax Record2025$12,301 ($1,025 / month)

Home Facts

Beds6Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt2,290 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,290 SqFtStories3Lot Size5,287 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1937Year Renovated2020ZoningR-1BCountyDISTRICT OF COLUMBIAAPN2654 0005Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1615 Decatur Street Northwest

This home is within District Of Columbia Public Schools.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
8/10	John Lewis Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	0.4 mi
7/10	MacFarland Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	0.6 mi
4/10	Roosevelt High School @ MacFarland	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	0.6 mi
8/10	Dorothy I. Height Elementary School	Public - Nearby school	PK to 5	0.5 mi
1/10	Garnet-Patterson Stay High School	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	2.2 mi
9/10	Benjamin Banneker High School	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	2.6 mi
NR	British International School of Washington	Private - Nearby school	PK to 12	0.1 mi
NR	Parkmont School	Private - Nearby school	6 to 12	0.1 mi
NR	Kingsbury Day School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 12	0.3 mi


Rating	School	Distance
8/10	John Lewis Elementary School PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	0.4 mi
7/10	MacFarland Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	0.6 mi
4/10	Roosevelt High School @ MacFarland Public9 to 12 Serves this home	0.6 mi
8/10	Dorothy I. Height Elementary School PublicPK to 5 Nearby school	0.5 mi
1/10	Garnet-Patterson Stay High School Public9 to 12 Choice school	2.2 mi
9/10	Benjamin Banneker High School Public9 to 12 Choice school	2.6 mi
NR	British International School of Washington PrivatePK to 12 Nearby school	0.1 mi
NR	Parkmont School Private6 to 12 Nearby school	0.1 mi
NR	Kingsbury Day School PrivatePK to 12 Nearby school	0.3 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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