Pending37d on market
5085 Lowell St NW
Washington, DC, 20016 • Kent • District of Columbia
$3,995,000
$780/sqft
Down payment assistance available
6Beds
6Baths
5,121Sqft
0.4 acLot
1940Built
Property DNA
Scenic Views
Garden · Trees/Woods
Colonial Style
Built 1940 · 86 years of history
Kent
Kent
Outdoor Living
Deck
2 Fireplaces
Mantel(s) · Marble · Wood Burning · Gas/Propane
Special Features
Above Grade · Below Grade
1-Car Garage
Garage Faces Side · Built In · Oversized · Concrete · Attached · Driveway
Premium Finishes
Bathroom - Walk-In Shower · Crown Molding · Walk-In Closet(s)
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
1 saves
Buyers have saved this home
37 days on market
Established listing
$780/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1940
Situated at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac on beautiful Lowell Street in Kent, this distinguished 1940 Colonial is set amid more than 17,300 square feet of landscaped gardens. Spanning over 6,000 square feet of gracious living space, the home features six bedrooms and four full and two half baths, blending classic traditional details with a bright, modern floor plan. The expansive main level is perfect for entertaining with light filled rooms, a welcoming foyer, a spacious living room that flows into a large sunroom with floor to ceiling windows. A gracious dining room with French doors opening to a full-length rear deck, while the updated kitchen with breakfast area flows to a spacious family room with a wood & gas burning fireplace, custom book cases, and a set of 2 French doors to the rear deck. The expansive lower level is filled with natural light and includes another spacious family room, a bedroom with full bath, a half bath, a gym, storage, and access to the garage. The cul-de-sac offers a haven for neighbors to meet and children to play! Shopping & amenities along MacArthur Blvd are just steps away along w easy access to downtown, the Capital Crescent Trail , Georgetown and the airports.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights six bedrooms, bright modern floor plan, and welcoming foyer as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$25,528/month
Principal & Interest$20,201
Property Tax$3,995
Insurance$1,332
Down payment20% ($799,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.50% rate · 30yr fixed · $3,196,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1940
HeatingCentral, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Parking1 Attached Garage space
Lot0.40 Acres
Days on Zillow37 Days
Price/sqft$780
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleColonial
ConditionExcellent
Year built1940
Stories4
Systems
HeatingCentral, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
RoofArchitectural Shingle,Slate
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingGarage Faces Side, Built In, Oversized, Concrete, Attached, Driveway
Garage1 spaces
BasementPartial,English,Finished,Garage Access,Improved,Exterior Entry,Rear Entrance,Shelving,Walk-Out Access,Windows
Fireplaces2
Lot0.40 Acres
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodKent
Zoning0
Annual tax$21,585
Parcel14350057
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths4
Features & details
17 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Bathroom - Walk-In Shower
Built-in Features
Combination Kitchen/Dining
Crown Molding
Curved Staircase
Dining Area
Family Room Off Kitchen
Formal/Separate Dining Room
Eat-in Kitchen
Kitchen - Gourmet
Kitchen - Table Space
Recessed Lighting
Walk-In Closet(s)
Plaster Walls
Tray Ceiling(s)
Appliances
Microwave
Dishwasher
Disposal
Dryer
Ice Maker
Refrigerator
Cooktop
Washer
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Hardwood
Wood
Heating
Central
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Electric
Laundry
Lower Level
Fireplace
Mantel(s)
Marble
Wood Burning
Gas/Propane
Windows
Energy Efficient
Screens
Accessibility
Other
Exterior Features
Exterior
Extensive Hardscape
Street Lights
Parking
Garage Faces Side
Built In
Oversized
Concrete
Attached
Driveway
Construction
Brick
Patio & Porch
Deck
Lot Features
Backs to Trees
Cul-De-Sac
Landscaped
Private
Premium
Rear Yard
Secluded
Urban Land-Manor-Glenelg
Views
Garden
Trees/Woods
Pool Features
None
Other Structures
Above Grade
Below Grade
Room details
5 rooms detailed
Exercise Room
LowerFamily Room
LowerBasement - FinishedWalk-In Closet(s)Window Treatments
Family Room
MainBuilt-in FeaturesCathedral/Vaulted CeilingFireplace - GasFireplace - Wood BurningFlooring - HardWoodRecessed Lighting
Recreation Room
LowerOther
MainBuilt-in FeaturesCathedral/Vaulted CeilingCrown MoldingFlooring - HardWood
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusPending
Days on market37
Tax rate0.65%
Price/sqft$780
On marketMar 4, 2026
PostedMar 4, 2026
Last sold$1,250,000
MLS updatedMar 4, 2026
Tour days6
Views89
Favorites1
How are the schools in Washington?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Washington, DC, 20016
Price history
3 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 4, 2026Pending Sale$3,995,000$780Bright MLS
Mar 4, 2026Listed For Sale$3,995,000$780Bright MLS
Jun 7, 2000Sold$1,250,000$244Public Record
Pending Sale$3,995,000
Mar 4, 2026•$780/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$3,995,000
Mar 4, 2026•$780/sqft•Bright MLS
Sold$1,250,000
Jun 7, 2000•$244/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
23 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025$21,585$2,623,370
Apr 10, 2024$20,886$2,544,190
Apr 10, 2023$20,023$2,439,620
Apr 10, 2022$19,563$2,380,190
Apr 10, 2021$19,369$2,355,030
Apr 10, 2020$18,851$2,293,410
Apr 10, 2018$17,791$2,166,350
Apr 10, 2017$17,759$2,161,750
Apr 10, 2016$17,563$2,137,970
Apr 10, 2015$17,336$2,110,960
Apr 10, 2014$16,893$2,057,590
Apr 10, 2013$16,493$2,009,500
Apr 10, 2012$16,465$2,004,500
Apr 10, 2011$16,465$2,004,500
Apr 10, 2010$16,795$2,043,360
Apr 10, 2009$15,875$2,039,630
Apr 10, 2007$13,640$1,877,570
Apr 10, 2006$12,964$1,617,640
Apr 10, 2005$12,509$1,340,990
Apr 10, 2004$12,166$1,305,270
Apr 10, 2003$11,683$1,250,000
Apr 10, 2002$9,346$1,003,573
Apr 10, 2001$9,346$1,003,573
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Nearby zip codes
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