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515 Somerset Pl NW, Washington, DC, 20011

$619,000

Home List Price

$7,351*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
1,490 SqFt
$415/SqFt
Townhouse

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515 Somerset Pl NW, Washington$619,000

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$7,351*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeTownhouse
ParkingShared Driveway, On Street
Year Built1928
HeatingHot Water
CoolingSolar
BasementYes
ViewCity, Trees/Woods
MLS #DCDC2161490
Lot Size0.03 Acres
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)

About 515 Somerset Pl NW

*Additional photos coming Saturday 9/28!* Welcome to this beautifully updated, semi-detached home with a lower-level in-law suite offering tremendous rental potential! Perched on a quiet one-way street in desirable Brightwood, relax on the dreamy wrap-around porch with your morning coffee or evening glass of wine. The main level of this energy-efficient Pearl Gold-certified home boasts a beautifully renovated kitchen featuring a quartz kitchen island with stainless appliances and a custom built-in pantry with space for all your needs. The natural sunlight streams through the many windows, showcasing the gleaming historic wood flooring in the large living room, separate dining room, and two upstairs bedrooms with custom closets. Make this move-in ready house your own. The main level includes a washer/dryer hookup for a future second washer/dryer - or powder room. The fully fenced, private back patio is perfect for entertaining - or converting to easy off-street parking. There is a shared front driveway for use every other month. If you are looking for a GREEN home, you're at the right place! Following a stringent energy efficiency retrofit, the home is Pearl Gold Certified. The FULLY-OWNED solar photovoltaic system was installed in 2021 and the seller has earned $7,553 in SREC credits since installation! Any future SREC credits--worth approximately $2,700 per year--will be passed on to the lucky new owner, providing an exciting passive income opportunity! The current owners have meticulously updated the home with a new kitchen remodel (2023), Ductless Mini Split A/C and Heat system (2020), new water heater (2020), removal of radiators and boiler (2023), masonry repointing (2023), energy efficiency retrofit (2020), and expanded custom closets in the upstairs bedrooms (2020). This centrally located home is just a 15-minute walk to the Takoma Metro and a short stroll from the Takoma Rec and Aquatic Center, which boasts an indoor pool. Safeway, Whole Foods, Starbucks, numerous playgrounds, and favorite neighborhood restaurants are within blocks. Don’t miss the weekly live jazz at Takoma Station Pub! **OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 9/29 - 1-3!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Stories: 3
  • Living Area: 1,490 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
  • Office Phone: (202) 966-1400
  • Listing Agent: Linda Lizzio

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Solid Hardwood
  • Interior: 2nd Kitchen, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Kitchen - Gourmet, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Kitchen - Island

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • View: City, Trees/Woods
  • Exterior: Flood Lights, Stone Retaining Walls, Exterior Lighting, Secure Storage

Parking Information:

  • Parking: Shared Driveway, On Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Back Yard
  • Lot Size: 0.03 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Cooling: Solar

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Coolidge High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Whittier Education Campus, Public District Grades EE-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Georgia Avenue * Left on Tuckerman Street * Right on 7th Street * Left on Somerset Place (a one-way quiet street!) - Home is on the left at 515 Somerset.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $619,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $415/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $2,605
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Washington, DC

City

Med. Sold Price

$674.6K

Med. Price/SqFt

$511

Avg. Days On Market

41

# of Sold Homes

436

515 Somerset Pl NW vs Washington

1 DAY ON ROCKET

-40 Days

$619,000

-$55.6K Less

$415/SqFt

-$96 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $55.6K less than the Median Sold Price and $96/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: #DCDC2161490

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
  • Office Phone: (202) 966-1400
  • Listing Agent: Linda Lizzio

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Mar 26, 2020Home Sold
$565,000
Nov 03, 2009Home Sold
$275,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$2,605$395,130
2019$2,374$384,950
2018$2,170$374,540
2017$1,980$352,930

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.

Elementary School

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6
/10

  • Whittier Education Campus

  • 6201 5th St NW

  • 0.11 miles

  • Public District Grades EE-5

High School

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4
/10

  • Coolidge High School

  • 6315 5th St NW

  • 0.06 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $49,302. Most Washington, DC residents have annual incomes less than $35k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 515 Somerset Pl NW

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 515 Somerset Pl NW property is $619,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 515 Somerset Pl NW is a townhouse located in Washington, District of Columbia, 20011.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 515 Somerset Pl NW is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 515 Somerset Pl NW are:
Whittier Education Campus: GreatSchools Rating 6/10
Coolidge High School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $2,605 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on March 26, 2020 for $565,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 515 Somerset Pl NW has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 515 Somerset Pl NW is 1,490 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 515 Somerset Pl NW is 1928.

Rocket Homes›District of Columbia›Washington›20011›515 Somerset Pl NW

This home is located at 515 Somerset Pl NW in Washington, DC and zip code 20011 in the Takoma / Brightwood / Manor Park neighborhood. This 1,490 square foot home, which was built in 1928, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 27, 2024 and is currently priced at $619,000.

In August 2024 more than 95 listings in Washington, DC were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 112 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 229 were sold below. Between July 2024 and August 2024, Washington, DC real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 8.3%. The median list price of listings available in August 2024 was $674,623, while the average time on the real estate market was 41 days.

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

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