1851 3rd St NW
Description
A freshly updated and expansive front porch creates a warm first impression and extends your living space outdoors. Inside, exposed brick, elegant columns, and hardwood floors set the tone. The sun-filled living and dining areas flow effortlessly, creating a layout that...Welcome to 1851 3rd Street NW — a charming brick rowhome in historic LeDroit Park featuring a rare private two-car garage with direct interior access, seamlessly blending classic architectural detail with thoughtful modern upgrades.
A freshly updated and expansive front porch creates a warm first impression and extends your living space outdoors. Inside, exposed brick, elegant columns, and hardwood floors set the tone. The sun-filled living and dining areas flow effortlessly, creating a layout that lives comfortably and efficiently.
The updated kitchen balances charm and functionality with classic checkerboard flooring, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking, and a generously sized pantry. Recent improvements include a new stove and microwave (2022), refrigerator (2024), dishwasher (2025), and water heater (2024). Just beyond, a spacious rear porch offers ideal space for outdoor dining, grilling, and entertaining.
Upstairs, three well-proportioned bedrooms and two updated full baths provide flexibility for family living or guest space. The primary suite features an expanded closet for enhanced storage, an ensuite bath, and abundant natural light.
The lower level offers additional versatile living space — perfect for guests, a home office, gym, or media room — along with a half bath and dedicated laundry area.
The oversized two-car garage, accessed via a private one-way alley and connected directly to the home, is an exceptional and highly coveted D.C. amenity offering convenience, security, and long-term value.
Located just over a mile from the White House and a 10-minute walk to the Shaw Metro, with bus lines steps away, this home offers seamless access throughout the city. Enjoy leisurely strolls to neighborhood favorites like The Red Hen, Big Bear Cafe, and the Bloomingdale Farmers Market, along with nearby parks, playgrounds, and local schools in this vibrant, community-oriented neighborhood.
Historic charm, rare parking, and unmatched walkability — all in one of D.C.’s most beloved neighborhoods.
Listing Agents
![Libby Bish]()
libby.bish@compass.comP: (703)-967-4345
![Michael Ubertini]()
michaelubertini@compass.comP: (617)-678-5151
Property Details for 1851 3rd Street Northwest
Property Details for 1851 3rd Street Northwest
| Status | Active Under Contract |
|---|---|
| MLS # | DCDC2248830 |
| Days on Market | 7 |
| Taxes | $8,006 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Townhouse |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1910 |
| Lot Size | 0.03 AC / 1,400 SF |
| County | District of Columbia |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Location
Building Information for 1851 3rd Street Northwest
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1Property Information for 1851 3rd Street Northwest
- In City Limits: No
- School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- School District County ID: 121140357950
- SchoolDistrictSource: 3rd Party
- Elementary School: GARRISON (WASHINGTON DC)
- ElementarySchoolSource: 3rd Party
- County: WASHINGTON
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
- Senior Community: No
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Assessed Value: $951,970
- Year Assessed: 2025
- County Tax: $0
- Improvement Assessed Value: $428,410
- City Town Tax: $8,006
- Land Assessed Value: $523,560
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Land Use Code: 0
- Zoning: RF-1
- Tax Lot: 77
- School Tax: $0
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
- # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 1
- Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Total Finished SQFT: 1,748.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,748.00
- Total SQFT: 1,872.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Basement Type: Garage Access, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Windows
- Foundation Details: Slab
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Half-Lower Level 1-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 2
- # Bathrooms Half: 1
- Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Soil Types: Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
- Parcel ID: 16052247
- Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Off Street
- Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Garage Spaces: 2
- Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Basement Garage, Covered Parking, Garage - Rear Entry, Inside Access, Oversized
- Fireplace: No
- Appliances: Washer/Dryer Hookups Only, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Accessibility Features: Other
- Laundry Type: Washer In Unit, Hookup, Dryer In Unit, Shared, Common
- Pool: No Pool
- 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
- List Agent AOR: Northern Virginia Association of REALTORS
- List Agent URL: www.libbybish.com
Property History for 1851 3rd Street Northwest
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 21, 2026 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DCDC2248830 | — | |
| Apr 15, 2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2248830 | $899,999 | — |
| Jan 6, 2022 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1480786802 | $903,500 | +3.2% / yr |
| Jan 6, 2022 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC2024020 | $903,500 | — |
| Dec 15, 2021 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC2024020 | — | |
| Dec 10, 2021 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2024020 | $869,000 | — |
| Jul 15, 2005 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #243743978 | $536,600 | +10.4% / yr |
| Jul 15, 2005 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC172136 | $536,000 | — |
| May 18, 2005 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC172136 | — | |
| May 12, 2005 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC172136 | $525,000 | — |
| Mar 1, 2004 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #243671784 | $468,500 | — |
| Mar 1, 2004 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC222772 | $468,500 | — |
| Feb 4, 2004 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC222772 | — | |
| Oct 31, 2003 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC222772 | $469,900 | — |
| Oct 29, 2003 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC388574 | $289,000 | — |
| Oct 29, 2003 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC388574 | — | |
| Jan 23, 2003 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC388574 | $310,000 | — |
| Jun 25, 2001 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC233986 | $129,000 | — |
| Mar 25, 2001 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC233986 | — | |
| Feb 17, 2001 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC233986 | $129,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 04/21/2026 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DCDC2248830 | — |
| 04/15/2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2248830 | $899,999 |
| 01/06/2022 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1480786802 | $903,500 +3.2% / yr |
| 01/06/2022 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC2024020 | $903,500 |
| 12/15/2021 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC2024020 | — |
| 12/10/2021 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2024020 | $869,000 |
| 07/15/2005 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #243743978 | $536,600 +10.4% / yr |
| 07/15/2005 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC172136 | $536,000 |
| 05/18/2005 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC172136 | — |
| 05/12/2005 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC172136 | $525,000 |
| 03/01/2004 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #243671784 | $468,500 |
| 03/01/2004 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC222772 | $468,500 |
| 02/04/2004 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC222772 | — |
| 10/31/2003 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC222772 | $469,900 |
| 10/29/2003 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC388574 | $289,000 |
| 10/29/2003 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC388574 | — |
| 01/23/2003 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC388574 | $310,000 |
| 06/25/2001 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC233986 | $129,000 |
| 03/25/2001 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC233986 | — |
| 02/17/2001 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC233986 | $129,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 1851 3rd Street Northwest
Schools near 1851 3rd Street Northwest
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Cleveland Elementary School PublicPK to 5 | ||
Cardozo Education Campus Public6 to 12 | ||
Benjamin Banneker High School Public9 to 12 | ||
McKinley Technology High School Public9 to 12 |
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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