5191 Linnean Ter NW














































































Description
Inside, the main level is light-filled and gracious, with generous room sizes, hardwood floors, crown molding, and wide doorway. The flow of the...Brimming with charm and ease in the heart of leafy Forest Hills, this beautifully maintained four-bedroom, three-bath home delivers that rare blend of polish and practicality. From the sunny front porch that welcomes morning coffee to the expansive back patio that practically begs for dinner under the stars, surrounded by lush gardens and flowering shrubs.
Inside, the main level is light-filled and gracious, with generous room sizes, hardwood floors, crown molding, and wide doorway. The flow of the main floor is what captivates the moment you arrive through the front door. The living room is entered on a classic fireplace, flanked by built-ins, while the open-concept kitchen and dining area, complete with a built-in buffet, creates an easy rhythm for everyday life and entertaining. The adjacent family room opens directly to the patio, offering seamless indoor and outdoor flow. Three bedrooms and two fully renovated baths on this level keep things simple and smart.
The finished lower level enjoys a fourth bedroom and full bath, a recreation room, a private entrance, ample storage, and laundry. Welcome home to this tranquil retreat offering quality craftsmanship, luxury, and convenience in the heart of D.C.'s Northwest quadrant with local restaurants, shopping, culture, and Rock Creek Park nearby.
Forest Hills: A beautiful residential area located in the Northwest quadrant of D.C., Forest Hills is the best of all worlds. Deriving its name from the oak and maple trees that elegantly line the streets, Forest Hills offer grand estates to humble ramblers, all nestled between Rock Creek Park, Soapstone Valley Park, and the restaurants and shopping along Connecticut Avenue. Enjoy a nice fresh pastry and coffee at the Bread Furst bakery, or hide away for an intimate dinner at Sfoglina Italian restaurant, your home is just steps to Comet Ping Pong Pizzeria, Politics and Prose, or Sugar Fox. The Washington Post says, “You have everything from large estate houses from the early 1900s to contemporary houses from well-known architects to small, 1920s houses that are fixer-uppers.” There is a home for everyone here at Forest Hills.
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Property Details for 5191 Linnean Terrace Northwest
Property Details for 5191 Linnean Terrace Northwest
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | DCDC2242464 |
| Days on Market | 7 |
| Taxes | $11,253 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1951 |
| Lot Size | 0.17 AC / 7,331 SF |
| County | District of Columbia |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Location
Building Information for 5191 Linnean Terrace Northwest
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Property Information for 5191 Linnean Terrace Northwest
- In City Limits: Yes
- School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- School District County ID: 121140357950
- SchoolDistrictSource: 3rd Party
- Elementary School: MURCH (WASHINGTON DC)
- ElementarySchoolSource: 3rd Party
- Middle Or Junior School: DEAL (WASHINGTON DC)
- MiddleSchoolSource: 3rd Party
- High School: JACKSON-REED (WASHINGTON DC)
- HighSchoolSource: Listing Agent
- County: WASHINGTON
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
- Property Manager Y/N: No
- Senior Community: No
- Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Assessed Value: $1,675,130
- Year Assessed: 2025
- County Tax: $0
- Improvement Assessed Value: $857,280
- City Town Tax: $11,253
- Land Assessed Value: $817,850
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Land Use Code: 0
- Historic: No
- Zoning: R1B
- Tax Lot: 13
- School Tax: $0
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2
- # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 1
- # Bedrooms Lower Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 1
- Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room, Foyer, Laundry, Recreation Room, Storage Room, Utility Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom
- Stories: Lower 1, Main
- Room Type: Family Room
- Room Length: 17.0
- Room Width: 12.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Built-Ins
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Length: 12.0
- Room Width: 11.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Built-Ins
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Length: 12.0
- Room Width: 8.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Length: 19.0
- Room Width: 13.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Built-Ins, Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Room Type: Foyer
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
- Room Length: 15.0
- Room Width: 12.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Length: 12.0
- Room Width: 12.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Length: 12.0
- Room Width: 10.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Primary Bathroom
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Bathroom 1
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Recreation Room
- Room Length: 22.0
- Room Width: 20.0
- Room Level: Lower 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Game Room
- Room Length: 15.0
- Room Width: 13.0
- Room Level: Lower 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Bedroom 4
- Room Length: 14.0
- Room Width: 12.0
- Room Level: Lower 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Bathroom 2
- Room Level: Lower 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Utility Room
- Room Length: 13.0
- Room Width: 10.0
- Room Level: Lower 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Storage Room
- Room Length: 16.0
- Room Width: 11.0
- Room Level: Lower 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Laundry
- Room Level: Lower 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Green Energy Generation: PV Solar Array(s) Leased
- Year Major Reno Remodel: 2013
- Total Finished SQFT: 3,008.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 3,008.00
- Total SQFT: 3,032.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
- Wall and Ceiling Types: High
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Other
- Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Daylight, Partial, Full, Fully Finished, Heated, Improved, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Walkout Stairs, Windows, Other
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Main Level-3, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Lower Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 3
- # Bathrooms Half: 0
- Other Structure: Shed
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Features: Premium, Rear Yard, Front Yard, Landscaping
- Soil Types: Urban Land-Brandywine
- Parcel ID: 16024923
- Additional Parcels: No
- Type Of Parking: On Street
- Total Garage Spaces: 0
- Parking Features: Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
- Interior Features: Attic, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Gourmet, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Primary Bath(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Other, Entry Level Bedroom, Combination Kitchen/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 1
- Fireplace Features: Fireplace - Glass Doors, Mantel(s), Wood, Screen
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Stove, Dishwasher, Disposal, Built-In Microwave, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Dryer
- Accessibility Features: Other
- Security Features: Smoke Detector
- Door Features: Six Panel
- Window Features: Double Pane, Casement, Insulated
- Laundry Type: Basement, Lower Floor
- Spa: No
- Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Flood Lights, Gutter System, Sidewalks, Other, Play Area, Play Equipment
- Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
- Pool: No Pool
- Utilities: Cable TV Available
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
- List Agent AOR: Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS
Property History for 5191 Linnean Terrace Northwest
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 13, 2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2242464 | $1,789,000 | — |
| Mar 15, 2022 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1485807608 | $1,750,000 | +9.0% / yr |
| Mar 15, 2022 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC2035530 | $1,750,000 | — |
| Mar 9, 2022 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC2035530 | — | |
| Feb 23, 2022 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DCDC2035530 | — | |
| Feb 23, 2022 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC2035530 | — | |
| Feb 23, 2022 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DCDC2035530 | — | |
| Feb 22, 2022 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2035530 | $1,475,000 | — |
| Jan 17, 2014 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #401075758 | $865,000 | — |
| Jan 17, 2014 | Closed BRIGHT #1003763240 | $865,000 | — |
| Dec 13, 2013 | Pending BRIGHT #1003763240 | — | |
| Nov 10, 2013 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1003763240 | $898,900 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 02/13/2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2242464 | $1,789,000 |
| 03/15/2022 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1485807608 | $1,750,000 +9.0% / yr |
| 03/15/2022 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC2035530 | $1,750,000 |
| 03/09/2022 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC2035530 | — |
| 02/23/2022 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DCDC2035530 | — |
| 02/23/2022 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC2035530 | — |
| 02/23/2022 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DCDC2035530 | — |
| 02/22/2022 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2035530 | $1,475,000 |
| 01/17/2014 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #401075758 | $865,000 |
| 01/17/2014 | Closed BRIGHT #1003763240 | $865,000 |
| 12/13/2013 | Pending BRIGHT #1003763240 | — |
| 11/10/2013 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1003763240 | $898,900 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 5191 Linnean Terrace Northwest
Schools near 5191 Linnean Terrace Northwest
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | PK to 5 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Murch Elementary School PublicPK to 5 | ||
Deal Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Jackson-Reed High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Dorothy I. Height Elementary School PublicPK to 5 |
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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