4870 Reservoir Rd NW
Closed 9/25/19
Closed 9/25/19
Description
Welcome to this spectacular three bedroom, three full bathroom Mid-Century Modern contemporary style home located in the highly desirable Palisades neighborhood of Northwest DC, minutes to Georgetown, downtown Washington, and Northern Virginia. This custom home, designed by award winning architect Grosvenor Chapman, features a living room/dining room with soaring ceilings, gorgeous hardwood flooring, and marble surround gas fireplace. Walls of windows throughout the home allow abundant natural light...Welcome to this spectacular three bedroom, three full bathroom Mid-Century Modern contemporary style home located in the highly desirable Palisades neighborhood of Northwest DC, minutes to Georgetown, downtown Washington, and Northern Virginia. This custom home, designed by award winning architect Grosvenor Chapman, features a living room/dining room with soaring ceilings, gorgeous hardwood flooring, and marble surround gas fireplace. Walls of windows throughout the home allow abundant natural light to flow inside. A sliding glass door from the living room opens to a fabulous outdoor living space with lush gardens, koi pond, and two levels of flagstone patios, perfect for indoor/outdoor entertaining. An added special feature on the main level is an expansive sunroom with newer hot tub, accessible from the master bedroom and the kitchen. The main floor also boasts a large owner's suite, and an additional generously sized bedroom and a second full bathroom. Enjoy the warm and inviting family room on the lower level with double doors to one of two flagstone patios. There is also a large office/bonus room, spacious bedroom and a renovated full bathroom on this floor, ideal for use as an in-law or au-pair suite. Recent updates include new hardwood flooring, new carpeting, fresh paint, gas fireplace (2015), and hot tub (2015). Located in close walking distance to the C&O Canal, Fletcher's Boathouse, the Capital Crescent Trail, and the vibrant shops and restaurants of the Palisades, this is a peaceful and private oasis in the city to come home to! Open Saturday, September 7th from 1-4 and Sunday, September 8th from 1-4. Visitors: Please park in spaces in front of townhouses across Reservoir Road.
- Listed by Daryl Gelfarb • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.P: (301)-335-7165 daryl.gelfarb@longandfoster.com
Property Details for 4870 Reservoir Road Northwest
Tax ID Number
1387//0065
OwnershipFee Simple
Condo Coop AssociationNo
HOANo
Structure TypeDetached
StyleContemporary
Levels/Stories2
FurnishedNo
LISTING CLOSED: 09/25/2019 12:00 AM
Property Details for 4870 Reservoir Road Northwest
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | DCDC439060 |
| Days on Market | 3 |
| Taxes | $9,340 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1960 |
| Lot Size | 0.11 AC / 4,688 SF |
| County | District of Columbia |
Location
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Building Information for 4870 Reservoir Road Northwest
Stories2Year Built1960Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,688 SF
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$6,384 per month
30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest
Principal and Interest
$5,606
Property Taxes
$778
HOA Dues
$0
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1Property Information for 4870 Reservoir Road Northwest
Location
Location
- In City Limits: Yes
- Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile
- School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- School District County ID: 121140357950
- SchoolDistrictSource: 3rd Party
- Elementary School: KEY (WASHINGTON DC)
- ElementarySchoolSource: 3rd Party
- Middle Or Junior School: HARDY (WASHINGTON DC)
- MiddleSchoolSource: 3rd Party
- High School: JACKSON-REED (WASHINGTON DC)
- HighSchoolSource: 3rd Party
- County: WASHINGTON
Waterfront / Water Access
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
Association / Community Info
- Senior Community: No
- Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
- Tax Year: 2019
- Tax Assessed Value: $1,207,980
- Year Assessed: 2019
- Improvement Assessed Value: $598,870
- City Town Tax: $9,340
- Land Assessed Value: $609,110
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Agricultural Tax Due: No
- Zoning: R1B
- Tax Lot: 65
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- TaxDataUpdatedYN: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
- Concessions: No
Rooms
Main
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2
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
Building Info
Building Info
- Total Finished SQFT: 2,500.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,500.00
- Total SQFT: 2,600.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Construction Materials: Brick, Stone, Stucco
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet
- Basement Type: Fully Finished, Improved, Outside Entrance, Walkout Level, Interior Access, Windows
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Lower Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 3
- Other Structure: Shed
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Landscaping, Pond, Private, Trees/Wooded, Secluded, Corner
- Soil Types: Urban Land-Manor-Glenelg
- Fencing: Wood
- Parcel ID: 16008215
- Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
- Type Of Parking: Off Street, Driveway
- Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Brick Driveway
Interior Features
Interior Features
- Interior Features: Built-Ins, Carpet, Combination Dining/Living, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Stall Shower, Tub Shower, WhirlPool/HotTub, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 1
- Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane, Marble, Screen
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Icemaker, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
- Accessibility Features: None
- Laundry Type: Lower Floor
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: http://spws.homevisit.com/mls/273070/4870-RESERVOIR-RD-NW-WASHINGTON-DC-20007
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting
- Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es)
- Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C, Wall Unit
- 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 AOR: Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS
Property History for 4870 Reservoir Road Northwest
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 25, 2019 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #653749581 | $1,125,000 | — |
| Sep 25, 2019 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC439060 | $1,125,000 | — |
| Sep 8, 2019 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC439060 | — | |
| Sep 6, 2019 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC439060 | $1,049,000 | — |
| Sep 24, 2003 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC213930 | $799,000 | — |
| Jul 10, 2003 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC213930 | — | |
| Jun 2, 2003 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC213930 | $850,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 09/25/2019 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #653749581 | $1,125,000 |
| 09/25/2019 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC439060 | $1,125,000 |
| 09/08/2019 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC439060 | — |
| 09/06/2019 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC439060 | $1,049,000 |
| 09/24/2003 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC213930 | $799,000 |
| 07/10/2003 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC213930 | — |
| 06/02/2003 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC213930 | $850,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 4870 Reservoir Road Northwest
Taxable ValueLand$699,360Additions$567,060Total$1,266,420
Tax Record2025$10,001 ($833 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt1,300 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,300 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,688 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1960Year Renovated2000ZoningR-1BCountyDISTRICT OF COLUMBIAAPN1387 0065Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 4870 Reservoir Road Northwest
This home is within District Of Columbia Public Schools.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 11 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Key Elementary School PublicPK to 5 | ||
Hardy Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
MacArthur High School Public9 to 11 | ||
Duke Ellington School of the Arts 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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