Sold304d on marketHistoric · 113 yrs
781 Fairmont St NW
Washington, DC, 20001 • Columbia Heights • District of Columbia
$729,000
$400/sqft
4Beds
2Baths
1,824Sqft
0.02 acLot
1913Built
Property DNA
Federal Style
Built 1913 · 113 years of history
Columbia Heights
Columbia Heights
Outdoor Living
Deck
Special Features
Above Grade · Below Grade
This home is in high demand
Listed 304 days ago · 6 views · Top 1% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
6 views
People checking out this listing
304 days on market
Established listing
$400/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
Very HighThis home ranks in the top 1% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.
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About this home
Townhouse · Built 1913 · Historic
Welcome to a charming slice of history nestled in the vibrant Columbia Heights neighborhood! This delightful rowhome at 781 Fairmont Street NW is bursting with character, from the tall ceilings to its beautifully preserved hardwood floors. Spread over 1,800+ square feet, this home features 3 welcoming bedrooms and 1 bathroom upstairs, while the expansive basement offers an additional bedroom and bathroom—perfect for guests or for a creative rental opportunity, thanks to its separate entrance, newly renovated kitchen, and a separate washer/dryer! Need to unwind? The private outdoor area is your sanctuary for relaxation or lively gatherings, or enjoy gardening in the raised garden bed out front! Whether you’re lounging in the coziness of your living room or exploring the eclectic vibes of the neighborhood, this home is a delightful blend of old-world charm and modern convenience. Ideally located in Columbia Heights .5mi to TWO metro stations and one block to Banneker Recreation Center which features trails, a pool, track and sports fields, tennis, skate park, playground and more! Live near shopping, dining, coffee shops, and more - steps to restaurants in the Georgia Ave, 11th Street, 14th Street, and U Street corridors, grocery stores (Safeway, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's), gyms, stylish boutiques, all while being perched on a tree-lined street. Welcome home!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights tree-lined street, raised garden bed, and expansive basement as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$4,755/month
Principal & Interest$3,783
Property Tax$729
Insurance$243
Down payment20% ($145,800)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $583,200 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeTownhouse
Year Built1913
HeatingHot Water, Natural Gas
CoolingNone, Electric
ParkingOpen Parking
Lot934 sqft
Property
Home typeTownhouse
Sub-typeTownhouse
StyleFederal
Year built1913
Stories3
Systems
HeatingHot Water, Natural Gas
CoolingNone, Electric
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOn Street
BasementEnglish,Finished
Lot934 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodColumbia Heights
Zoning.
Annual tax$5,398
Parcel28850065
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Heating
Hot Water
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Electric
Laundry
Main Level
Lower Level
Laundry Room
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Parking
On Street
Construction
Brick
Patio & Porch
Deck
Lot Features
Unknown Soil Type
Pool Features
None
Other Structures
Above Grade
Below Grade
Room details
13 rooms detailed
Bedroom1
UpperBedroom1
LowerBedroom2
UpperBedroom3
UpperBathroom1
UpperBathroom2
LowerListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market304
Est. value$711,000
Est. rent$4,366/mo
Tax rate0.65%
Price/sqft$400
On marketApr 11, 2025
PostedApr 11, 2025
Last sold$729,000
MLS updatedJun 10, 2025
Tour days6
Views6
How are the schools in Washington?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Washington, DC, 20001
Price history
11 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jun 9, 2025Sold$729,000$400Bright MLS
May 29, 2025Pending Sale$709,000$389Bright MLS
Apr 18, 2025Contingent$709,000$389Bright MLS
Apr 11, 2025Listed For Sale$709,000$389Bright MLS
Aug 9, 2024Listing Removed——Zillow Rentals
Jul 31, 2024Listed For Rent$1,400$1Zillow Rentals
Jul 29, 2016Sold$664,500$364Public Record
May 19, 2016Listed For Sale$629,000$345Compass
Oct 26, 2009Sold$362,000$198Public Record
Aug 19, 2002Sold$252,500$138Public Record
May 9, 2002Sold$150,000$82Public Record
Sold$729,000
Jun 9, 2025•$400/sqft•Bright MLS
Pending Sale$709,000
May 29, 2025•$389/sqft•Bright MLS
Contingent$709,000
Apr 18, 2025•$389/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$709,000
Apr 11, 2025•$389/sqft•Bright MLS
Listing Removed—
Aug 9, 2024•Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent$1,400
Jul 31, 2024•$1/sqft•Zillow Rentals
Sold$664,500
Jul 29, 2016•$364/sqft•Public Record
Listed For Sale$629,000
May 19, 2016•$345/sqft•Compass
Sold$362,000
Oct 26, 2009•$198/sqft•Public Record
Sold$252,500
Aug 19, 2002•$138/sqft•Public Record
Sold$150,000
May 9, 2002•$82/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
23 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025$5,427$728,300
Apr 10, 2024$5,398$722,060
Apr 10, 2023$5,254$702,080
Apr 10, 2022$5,022$669,570
Apr 10, 2021$4,916$654,710
Apr 10, 2020$4,490$609,740
Apr 10, 2018$3,729$512,110
Apr 10, 2017$3,629$499,410
Apr 10, 2016$2,467$457,010
Apr 10, 2015$2,245$387,530
Apr 10, 2014$2,051$311,540
Apr 10, 2013$2,017$306,440
Apr 10, 2012$2,128$317,890
Apr 10, 2011$2,128$317,890
Apr 10, 2010$1,588$313,610
Apr 10, 2009$1,444$355,740
Apr 10, 2007$1,293$332,700
Apr 10, 2006$1,229$313,300
Apr 10, 2005$1,358$259,780
Apr 10, 2004$1,212$185,560
Apr 10, 2003$1,082$142,740
Apr 10, 2002$946$98,511
Apr 10, 2001$1,133$98,511
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Washington, DC • District of Columbia
Nearby neighborhoods
Adams MorganCapitol HillColumbia HeightsDupont CircleFoggy BottomLogan CirclePetworthSixteenth Street HeightsSouthwest WaterfrontWashington Highlands
Nearby cities
Washington
Nearby zip codes
20001200022000320009200102001120016200192002020032
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