5241 42nd St NW

Washington, DC 20015

$1,499,000
Price
5
Beds
3,280 Sq. Ft.
$457 / Sq. Ft.
3,280
Sq. Ft.
$457
per Sq. Ft.
Listed By CompassPending
Listed By CompassPending
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Description

Charming and tastefully renovated, this light-filled bungalow offers the perfect blend of modern comfort, classic style, and unbeatable location. Just steps from the Friendship Heights Metro (Red Line), the home sits on a quiet, tree-lined street while remaining within easy walking distance to Giant, Whole Foods, Rodman’s, and a wide range of dining and entertainment options. With a large, fenced-in yard and private setting, it offers the best of both urban convenience and suburban tranquility.
The...Charming and tastefully renovated, this light-filled bungalow offers the perfect blend of modern comfort, classic style, and unbeatable location. Just steps from the Friendship Heights Metro (Red Line), the home sits on a quiet, tree-lined street while remaining within easy walking distance to Giant, Whole Foods, Rodman’s, and a wide range of dining and entertainment options. With a large, fenced-in yard and private setting, it offers the best of both urban convenience and suburban tranquility.


The home is spread across three spacious levels, providing a flexible and functional layout to suit a variety of needs. On the main level, there are two bedrooms and a full bathroom, along with a separate den or office ideal for working from home. The living and dining rooms are warm and inviting, and the fully renovated kitchen features modern finishes and energy-efficient appliances.


Upstairs, the expansive primary suite creates a comfortable retreat, complete with an additional room that can serve as a fourth bedroom, sitting area, or flexible living space.


The lower level includes two additional bedrooms or dens, two full bathrooms, and a generous living area that has previously served as a home theater. There is also a laundry room and the potential to separate part of the lower level into a complete in-law suite. With its own entrance, kitchenette, and living area, this space is perfect for a nanny, Au Pair, guests, or as a rental unit, with past rental income ranging between $1,200 and $1,500 per month.


Additional features of the home include three-zone heating and cooling, Pella windows, a slate roof, all-copper plumbing, and two off-street parking spaces, including a detached garage. With a proven rental history of over $7,500 per month, this home represents a strong investment opportunity in one of Washington, DC’s most desirable neighborhoods. Sellers would consider a lease for $7750/mo.

Listing Agent

  1. Erich Cabe

    Erich Cabe

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    erich.cabe@compass.com

    P: (202)-320-6469

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Property Details for 5241 42nd Street Northwest

Tax ID Number
1741//0035
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Bungalow
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 01/03/2026 10:11 AM

Property Details for 5241 42nd Street Northwest

StatusPending
MLS #DCDC2228406
Days on Market58
Taxes$9,935 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1923
Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,725 SF
CountyDistrict of Columbia

Location

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Building Information for 5241 42nd Street Northwest

Stories3Year Built1923Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,725 SF

Payment Calculator

$8,134 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,306

Property Taxes

$828

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5241 42nd Street Northwest

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • Transportation: Metro/Subway Station less than 1 mile, Bus Stop less than 1 mile
  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 121140357950
  • SchoolDistrictSource: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: JANNEY (WASHINGTON DC)
  • ElementarySchoolSource: 3rd Party
  • Middle Or Junior School: DEAL (WASHINGTON DC)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: 3rd Party
  • High School: WILSON SENIOR (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
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $1,965,000
  • City Town Tax: $0
  • Zoning: AS PER TEX RECORD
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
All Lower Levels
  • # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 2
Lower Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 2
Rooms
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 3,280.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Total SQFT: 3,310.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Main Entrance Orientation: West
  • Construction Materials: Masonry, Wood Siding
  • Roof: Slate
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8041/8335/2854/804183352854_512_384_WM_idBmb5ftZX-gyWhu.jpg
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Basement Type: Drainage System, English, Daylight, Full, Connecting Stairway, Fully Finished, Heated, Improved, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Walkout Stairs, Windows
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Lower Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-2
  • # Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Other Structure: Garage(s)
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Rear Yard, Front Yard
  • Soil Types: Unknown
  • Fencing: Rear, Wood
  • Parcel ID: 16016768
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, Off Street, Alley
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Features: Garage - Rear Entry
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ductless/Mini-Split
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
  • 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 5241 42nd Street Northwest

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 17, 2025

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC2228406

—
Dec 17, 2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #DCDC2228406

—
Oct 21, 2025

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #DCDC2224990

—
Oct 21, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC2228406

$1,499,000—
Sep 29, 2025

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #DCDC2216902

—
Sep 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC2224990

$1,535,000—
Sep 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC2216902

$1,565,000—
Jul 30, 2004

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC149328

$785,000—
May 25, 2004

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #243689728

$785,000—
May 18, 2004

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC149328

—
May 3, 2004

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC149328

$765,000—
Jul 15, 2002

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC187128

$609,000—
May 4, 2002

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC187128

—
Apr 23, 2002

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC187128

$495,241—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/17/2025

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC2228406

—
12/17/2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #DCDC2228406

—
10/21/2025

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #DCDC2224990

—
10/21/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC2228406

$1,499,000
09/29/2025

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #DCDC2216902

—
09/29/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC2224990

$1,535,000
09/05/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC2216902

$1,565,000
07/30/2004

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC149328

$785,000
05/25/2004

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #243689728

$785,000
05/18/2004

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC149328

—
05/03/2004

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC149328

$765,000
07/15/2002

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC187128

$609,000
05/04/2002

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC187128

—
04/23/2002

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC187128

$495,241

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

Public Records for 5241 42nd Street Northwest

Taxable ValueLand$632,350Additions$564,530Total$1,196,880
Tax Record2025$10,173 ($848 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,824 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,824 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,725 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1923Year Renovated1988ZoningR-2CountyDISTRICT OF COLUMBIAAPN1741 0035Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5241 42nd Street Northwest

This home is within District Of Columbia Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Janney Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Deal Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Jackson-Reed High School
Public - 9 to 12
Dorothy I. Height Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Janney 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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