1441 Manchester Ln NW

$1,200,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
3,490 Sq. Ft.
$344 / Sq. Ft.
3,490
Sq. Ft.
$344
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 1441 Manchester Lane NW in DC’s sought-after 16th Street Heights, a distinguished residence that echoes the rich tapestry of Washington, DC’s architectural history. Built in 1937 by the renowned architect Lewis W. Giles for Isadore Katz, an attorney for the American Federation of Labor, this home stands as a testament to timeless elegance and true craftsmanship.

This deceptively spacious English Tudor home offers an expansive 3,816 square feet of refined living space, nestled on a generous
...Welcome to 1441 Manchester Lane NW in DC’s sought-after 16th Street Heights, a distinguished residence that echoes the rich tapestry of Washington, DC’s architectural history. Built in 1937 by the renowned architect Lewis W. Giles for Isadore Katz, an attorney for the American Federation of Labor, this home stands as a testament to timeless elegance and true craftsmanship.

This deceptively spacious English Tudor home offers an expansive 3,816 square feet of refined living space, nestled on a generous 7,179 square foot lot. With five bedrooms and four full bathrooms, it artfully combines historic charm with modern luxury.


The current owners have invested over $500,000 in meticulous improvements, enhancing both the aesthetics and functionality of the home. Investments also include painstakingly restoring the bathrooms to their original 1937 glory.

The main level unfolds with a grand living room featuring a classic wood-burning fireplace, a newly relocated and renovated kitchen, a separate dining room, a family room, a full bathroom, and a versatile bedroom that can also serve as a home office.

Ascend to the upper level to discover a serene sanctuary with three additional bedrooms. The primary suite is a haven of comfort, boasting a newly renovated en-suite bathroom complete with heated floors, adding a touch of modern indulgence to the historic ambiance.


The lower level houses a comprehensive in-law suite, perfect for extended family or guests. It features a spacious additional family room with its own wood-burning fireplace, a full kitchen, a bedroom, and a full bathroom. This level also includes a large storage/utility room and a separate laundry room, ensuring ample space and convenience.

Outside you will find a fully fenced in professionally landscaped back yard with new deck, a vegetable/flower garden and a large double car garage.


This home is more than a residence; it is a piece of history, lovingly maintained and thoughtfully updated to meet the needs of today's discerning homeowner. Immerse yourself in the elegance and sophistication of this remarkable property in the heart of Washington, DC.

Listing Agent

  1. David Shotwell

    David Shotwell

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    davidshotwell@compass.com

    P: (202)-297-4094

Property Details for 1441 Manchester Lane Northwest

Tax ID Number
2724//0014
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Tudor
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 06/25/2025 03:17 PM

Property Details for 1441 Manchester Lane Northwest

StatusClosed
MLS #DCDC2193946
Days on Market6
Taxes$8,937 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1937
Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,179 SF
CountyDistrict of Columbia
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%

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Building Information for 1441 Manchester Lane Northwest

Stories3Year Built1937Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,179 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,674 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,930

Property Taxes

$745

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1441 Manchester Lane Northwest

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 121140357950
  • SchoolDistrictSource: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: BRIGHTWOOD (WASHINGTON DC)
  • ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • Middle Or Junior School: IDA B. WELLS (WASHINGTON DC)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • High School: COOLIDGE SENIOR (WASHINGTON DC)
  • HighSchoolSource: 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: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $1,148,070
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $582,290
  • City Town Tax: $8,937
  • Land Assessed Value: $565,780
  • Zoning: R1B
  • Tax Lot: 14
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
  • # 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
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
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Laundry, Utility Room, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Screened Porch
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Attached Bathroom, Window Treatments, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wood
Room 2
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Attached Bathroom, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Countertop(s) - Granite, Double Sink, Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Heated
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments, Flooring - HardWood
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
Room 6
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 7
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Built-Ins, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood
Room 8
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Formal Dining Room
Room 9
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 10
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Breakfast Bar, Countertop(s) - Granite, Flooring - HardWood, Kitchen - Gas Cooking
Room 11
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 12
  • Room Type: Bathroom 3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
Room 13
  • Room Type: Screened Porch
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Wood
Room 14
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Dining Area, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - Carpet
Room 15
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 16
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Carpet
Room 17
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower
Room 18
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 19
  • Room Type: Utility Room
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 3,490.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 3,490.00
  • Total SQFT: 3,816.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Roof: Slate
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Full, Fully Finished, Daylight, Partial, Heated, Improved, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Walkout Stairs, Windows
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-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
  • # Bathrooms Full: 4
  • # Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaping, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
  • Soil Types: Urban Land-Manor-Glenelg
  • Fencing: Rear
  • Parcel ID: 16116876
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage - Rear Entry, Oversized
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Attic, Breakfast Area, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Wood Floors, WhirlPool/HotTub, Floor Plan - Traditional, 2nd Kitchen, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s)
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Mantel(s)
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer, Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Cooktop - Down Draft, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Oven - Double, Oven - Wall, Oven/Range - Gas, Stainless Steel Appliances, Water Heater, Range Hood
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Has Laundry, Lower Floor, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Awning(s)
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Deck(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, 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
  • List Agent URL: www.davidshotwell.com

Property History for 1441 Manchester Lane Northwest

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 9, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1558248031

$1,200,000

+6.7% / yr

May 9, 2025

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC2193946

$1,200,000
Apr 15, 2025

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC2193946

Apr 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC2193946

$1,295,000
Nov 28, 2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #610732052

$740,000

+1.9% / yr

May 21, 2009

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #314415315

$629,000
Apr 30, 2009

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #269753292

$629,000
Apr 30, 2009

Closed

BRIGHT #1005187186

$629,000
Mar 18, 2009

Pending

BRIGHT #1005187186

Feb 24, 2009

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1005187186

$669,000
Jan 4, 1999

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #DCDC384694

$295,000
May 18, 1998

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC384694

$315,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/09/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1558248031

$1,200,000

+6.7% / yr

05/09/2025

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC2193946

$1,200,000
04/15/2025

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC2193946

04/10/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC2193946

$1,295,000
11/28/2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #610732052

$740,000

+1.9% / yr

05/21/2009

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #314415315

$629,000
04/30/2009

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #269753292

$629,000
04/30/2009

Closed

BRIGHT #1005187186

$629,000
03/18/2009

Pending

BRIGHT #1005187186

02/24/2009

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1005187186

$669,000
01/04/1999

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #DCDC384694

$295,000
05/18/1998

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC384694

$315,000

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

Public Records for 1441 Manchester Lane Northwest

Taxable ValueLand$565,780Additions$582,290Total$1,148,070
Tax Record2025$8,995 ($750 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths4Total Finished SqFt2,556 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,556 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,179 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1937Year Renovated2024ZoningR-1B/SHCountyDISTRICT OF COLUMBIAAPN2724 0014Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1441 Manchester Lane 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 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Brightwood 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

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