839 Rittenhouse St NW

Washington, DC 20011

$1,150,000
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
3,422 Sq. Ft.
$336 / Sq. Ft.
3,422
Sq. Ft.
$336
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 8/8/24Virtual Tour
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Description

Get even more for your money - more living space, more yard, and more charm - with this single family, detached Craftsman less than a mile from The Parks at Walter Reed. Built in 1909 and substantially renovated in 2011, this home retains its traditional character while providing modern comforts.
A deep front porch is set high above the street for better breezes. A real entry foyer in the front and a mud room with built-ins in the back make coming and going convenient and easy. The entertaining level...Get even more for your money - more living space, more yard, and more charm - with this single family, detached Craftsman less than a mile from The Parks at Walter Reed. Built in 1909 and substantially renovated in 2011, this home retains its traditional character while providing modern comforts.

A deep front porch is set high above the street for better breezes. A real entry foyer in the front and a mud room with built-ins in the back make coming and going convenient and easy. The entertaining level has a large living room with coffered ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace. The adjoining dining room is wrapped in windows and easily fits a table for 8-10 beneath a gorgeous contemporary chandelier. The open kitchen has white shaker cabinets, granite and marble counters, two sinks, high-end appliances, a glass-door pantry and a coat closet, and a discrete powder room.

Continue the party outdoors, just off the kitchen, on the flagstone patio with lots of room for seating and grilling. The HUGE 8,125 sqft lot provides a rear lawn that is partly shaded by towering trees and surrounded by lush landscaping and a wood privacy fence. An off-street parking pad with room for two cars sits just behind the gate.

Upstairs, a primary suite accommodates a king-sized bed and has two deep closets and an en-suite bathroom. This gorgeous primary bath has a double-sink vanity, a tiled shower and a free-standing tub. Two other big bedrooms share a second full-bath with a tub shower and window. All the bedrooms on this level have great closet storage and windows on two sides for balanced light.

The converted attic space provides two additional bedrooms sharing a third full-bath with a tub shower. These bedrooms have inviting window seats, built-in book shelves and plenty of closet space.

The lower level with a rear exterior entrance has 7’ ceilings and provides flexible space, including an open living room, a laundry room, a sixth bedroom, a full bath with tub shower, and a bonus room with a window and closet perfect for storage, hobby space or a gym.

KITCHEN: Thermador gas range, KitchenAid French-door refrigerator with ice-maker and water dispenser,
Fishel & Paykel double DishDrawer dishwasher, GE under cabinet microwave, Sorel range hood, double sink with disposal and gooseneck sprayer faucet

SYSTEMS & AMENITIES: Samsung full-sized washer & dryer (2019), RUUD gas furnace & electric AC for bottom two floors, RUUD electric heat pump for top two floors, US Craftsmaster 80 gallon water heater, double-pane wood windows, hardwood floors on two levels, wall-to-wall carpet on lower and attic levels, recessed lighting throughout, 200 amp electrical service, asphalt shingle roof (2017)

LOCATION: Amenities including Whole Foods nearby at The Parks at Walter Reed (1 mi.), Takoma Park Metro Station (1 mi.), Safeway (0.4 mi.), Walmart Supercenter (0.3 mi.) and lots of convenience store and small business options along Georgia Avenue.

Listing Agent

  1. Ken Germer

    Ken Germer

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (202)-412-9347

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Property Details for 839 Rittenhouse Street Northwest

Tax ID Number
2980//0007
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Craftsman
Levels/Stories
4
Waterfront
No
LISTING CLOSED: 08/08/2024 12:00 AM

Property Details for 839 Rittenhouse Street Northwest

StatusClosed
MLS #DCDC2145584
Days on Market28
Taxes$8,648 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1909
Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,125 SF
CountyDistrict of Columbia
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%
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Building Information for 839 Rittenhouse Street Northwest

Stories4Year Built1909Building Size-Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,125 SF

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Property Information for 839 Rittenhouse Street Northwest

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Metro/Subway Station 1 to 3 miles
  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 121140357950
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • 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: 2023
  • Tax Assessed Value: $1,114,880
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $689,780
  • City Town Tax: $8,648
  • Land Assessed Value: $425,100
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Municipal Trash: Yes
  • Land Use Code: 0
  • Historic: No
  • Zoning: R-2
  • Tax Lot: 7
  • School Tax: $0
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
  • # 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
  • # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 0
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
All Lower Levels
  • # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 0
Lower Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 0
Rooms
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Building Info
Building Info
  • Year Major Reno Remodel: 2011
  • Total Finished SQFT: 3,422.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 3,422.00
  • Total SQFT: 3,522.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Main Entrance Orientation: South
  • Construction Materials: Combination, Wood Siding
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8031/4226/9644/803142269644_512_384_WM_-h43qIN68Jpdv5gh.jpg
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Fully Finished, Full, Walkout Stairs
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Lower Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 4
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Premium, Landscaping
  • Soil Types: Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
  • Fencing: Decorative, Rear
  • Parcel ID: 16048590
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street
  • Off Street - # of Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Parking Space Conveys, Concrete Driveway
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Kitchen - Island, Dining Area, Kitchen - Gourmet, Upgraded Countertops, Primary Bath(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Floor Plan - Open, Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Tub Shower
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Mantel(s), Wood
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer, Dryer
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Security Features: Security System, Smoke Detector, Electric Alarm
  • Window Features: Double Pane
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=YSKCZVLF6sj&brand=0&mls=1&
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Extensive Hardscape
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: www.kengermer.com

Property History for 839 Rittenhouse Street Northwest

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 8, 2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1538824458

$1,150,000

+3.9% / yr

Aug 8, 2024

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC2145584

$1,150,000—
Jul 10, 2024

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC2145584

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/08/2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1538824458

$1,150,000

+3.9% / yr

08/08/2024

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC2145584

$1,150,000
07/10/2024

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC2145584

—

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

Public Records for 839 Rittenhouse Street Northwest

Taxable ValueLand$440,050Additions$735,460Total$1,175,510
Tax Record2025$9,228 ($769 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt2,378 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,378 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,125 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1909Year Renovated2011ZoningR-2CountyDISTRICT OF COLUMBIAAPN2980 0007Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 839 Rittenhouse Street Northwest

This home is within District Of Columbia Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Whittier Education Campus
Public - PK to 5
Ida B. Wells Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Coolidge High School
Public - 9 to 12
Dorothy I. Height Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Whittier Education Campus
PublicPK to 5

Ida B. Wells Middle School
Public6 to 8

Coolidge 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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