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$1,515,769$759 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 85How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026
Last sold for $1,782,000 on Dec 6, 2024

1608 R ST NW

WASHINGTON, DC 20009
3
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
1,998 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1,830 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1875
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.5M
$1.3M low$1.7M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,782,000 · Dec 6, 2024
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$815,769
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$652,615
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.46%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$700,000
JPMORGAN CHASE BANK NA · recorded Apr 30, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,998 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,501,330 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$798,120
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$703,210
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,484,910
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,501,330

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDistrict Of Columbia
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2025
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Builtup (layered Asphalt)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Ross Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.1 mi
H
Cardozo Education CampusD+
High · Grades 7–12 · 0.8 mi
M
School Without Walls @ Francis-Stevens Education CampusA-
Middle · Grades EE–8 · 0.9 mi

District: District of Columbia Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20009These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.117
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.33

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.54,451
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.42,372 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$130,098
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$168,293
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1608 R St Nw measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 95% of homes in Washington 20009
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in District of Columbia County
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Dupont Circle / Connecticut Avenue / K Street
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Dupont Circle / Connecticut Avenue / K Street
  • Among the oldest homes in Washington 20009

What homes are worth in Washington 20009

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$236K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Washington 20009.

How it measures up in Washington 20009

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Washington 20009.

Estimated value$1,515,769
CheaperTypical $559,365Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$759
CheaperTypical $671Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Living area1,998 ft²
SmallerTypical 919 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size1,830 ft²
SmallerTypical 436 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1875
OlderTypical 1915Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 1608 R St Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDupont Circle / Connecticut Avenue / K StreetWashington 20009District of Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,515,76994% of homes95% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$75971% of homes75% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than1,998 ft²87% of homes85% of homes82% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,830 ft²95% of homes88% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than18752% of homesalmost no homesalmost no homes

About 1608 R St Nw

How much is 1608 R St Nw, Washington, DC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1608 R St Nw, Washington, DC is $1,515,769 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $1,288,403 to $1,743,134. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1608 R St Nw, Washington, DC last sell?

1608 R St Nw, Washington, DC last sold on Dec 6, 2024 for $1,782,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1608 R St Nw, Washington, DC?

1608 R St Nw, Washington, DC has 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 1,998 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 1608 R St Nw, Washington, DC built?

1608 R St Nw, Washington, DC was built in 1875, making it 151 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1608 R St Nw, Washington, DC?

1608 R St Nw, Washington, DC is assigned to Ross Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Cardozo Education Campus (high), rated D+; School Without Walls @ Francis-Stevens Education Campus (middle), rated A-. All sit in District of Columbia Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1608 R St Nw, Washington, DC compare to other homes in Washington 20009?

Among the 14,471 homes in Washington 20009, it is worth more than 95% of them ($1,515,769 against a typical $559,365), its price per square foot is higher than 75% of them ($759 against a typical $671), it is bigger than 85% of them (1,998 ft² against a typical 919 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (1,830 ft² against a typical 436 ft²) and it is newer than almost none of them (1875 against a typical 1915). Measured against all of District of Columbia County, it is worth more than 91% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1608 R St Nw, Washington, DC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1608 R St Nw, Washington, DC was $11,998. The county assessed it at $1,501,330.

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