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1252 Emerson St NE, Washington, DC, 20017

$300,000

Home List Price

$3,563*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath
1,548 SqFt
$194/SqFt
Townhouse

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1252 Emerson St NE, Washington$300,000

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$3,563*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeTownhouse
ParkingOn Street
Year Built1951
HeatingNone
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
MLS #DCDC2172812
Lot Size0.05 Acres
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)

About 1252 Emerson St NE

Discover a rare opportunity to create your dream home in the heart of Riggs Park, DC! This townhome duplex, nestled in a charming and vibrant neighborhood, has been completely gutted down to the studs and floors following a fire. With its clean slate, this property offers unlimited potential for a custom rebuild tailored to your personal vision. The spacious layout includes two levels, ample room for bedrooms, bathrooms, and living spaces, and a private backyard—perfect for entertaining or relaxing. The home is ready for your creativity, with no appliances or utilities currently in place, making it an ideal canvas for your dream design. Riggs Park is known for its friendly community vibe, easy access to public transportation, parks, shopping, and dining options. Whether you're an investor or a homeowner looking to personalize every detail, this property is your chance to create something truly unique. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to transform a blank slate into the perfect home you've always imagined!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Stories: 3
  • Living Area: 1,548 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Capital Properties
  • Office Phone: (202) 243-7700
  • Listing Agent: Lise Courtney M Howe

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Basement: Yes

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Parking Information:

  • Parking: On Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.05 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: None
  • Cooling: Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: From Eastern Avenue South on Sargent left on emerson

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $300,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $194/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $981
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Washington, DC

City

Med. Sold Price

$676.6K

Med. Price/SqFt

$511

Avg. Days On Market

58

# of Sold Homes

474

1252 Emerson St NE vs Washington

6 DAYS ON ROCKET

-52 Days

$300,000

-$376.6K Less

$194/SqFt

-$317 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $376.6K less than the Median Sold Price and $317/SqFt less than other homes in Washington, DC.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • MLS Number: #DCDC2172812

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Capital Properties
  • Office Phone: (202) 243-7700
  • Listing Agent: Lise Courtney M Howe

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$981$384,770
2019$937$363,620
2018$899$344,540
2017$821$315,430

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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/10

  • Chillum Elementary School

  • 1420 Chillum Rd

  • 0.55 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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/10

  • Shining Stars Montessori Academy Public Charter School

  • 1240 Randolph St NE

  • 0.83 miles

  • Public Charter Grades PK-6

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7
/10

  • Lasalle-Backus Education Campus

  • 501 Riggs Rd NE

  • 0.92 miles

  • Public District Grades EE-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $62,901. The most common annual income of people living in Washington, DC is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1252 Emerson St NE

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1252 Emerson St NE property is $300,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 1252 Emerson St NE is a townhouse located in Washington, District of Columbia, 20017.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 1252 Emerson St NE is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $981 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1252 Emerson St NE has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1252 Emerson St NE is 1,548 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1252 Emerson St NE is 1951.

Rocket Homes›District of Columbia›Washington›20017›1252 Emerson St NE

This home is located at 1252 Emerson St NE in Washington, DC and zip code 20017 in the Northeast neighborhood. This 1,548 square foot home, which was built in 1951, sits on a 0.05 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 30, 2024 and is currently priced at $300,000.

Washington, DC housing market in December 2024 saw over 103 listings sold above listed price, more than 113 sold at listed price and over 258 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Washington, DC between November 2024 and December 2024 increased by 0.4%. Listings spent 58 days on the market in December 2024, and had a median list price of $676,667 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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