#DCDC2183576, Alicia Acosta-Mahone, Listing Office: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
1305 Fern St NW Washington, DC 20012
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About 1305 Fern St NW
Welcome to this one-of-a-kind Dutch-style charmer located in the prestigious Shepherd Park neighborhood—directly across the street from the exciting new Walter Reed redevelopment! This charismatic home sits proudly on a beautiful, tree-lined street, offering timeless curb appeal and incredible potential. Step inside to soaring 18-foot ceilings that immediately create a sense of grand openness. The main level features three spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom, providing comfortable living space ready to be customized to your taste. The upper level is a blank canvas with enormous potential—imagine creating three additional bedrooms and two more bathrooms to perfectly suit your needs. Whether you dream of luxurious suites, a home office, or a playroom, the options are endless. The basement is a true bonus space, complete with a full kitchen, bar area, massive bedroom, and full bathroom—ideal for guest accommodations, an in-law suite, or rental income potential. While the home does need work, it presents an extraordinary opportunity to customize your million-dollar masterpiece and enjoy all the amazing perks that Shepherd Park and nearby communities have to offer. Unbeatable Location Highlights: Across from The Parks at Walter Reed – a thriving development with new retail, restaurants, Whole Foods, parks, and more Minutes to Downtown Silver Spring for additional shopping, dining, and entertainment Quick and easy access to Downtown DC Convenient to multiple Metro stations and major bus lines Surrounded by beautiful parks, schools, and vibrant community life This is your chance to invest in a prime DC location, bring your vision to life, and create a stunning home tailored exactly to your dreams. Property is being sold as-is condition.
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- MLS Number: DCDC2197794
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Samson Properties
- Office Phone: (301) 760-2136
- Office Email: donnysamson@samsonproperties.net
- Listing Agent: Melanie Davis
- Agent Phone: (202) 491-9870
- Agent Email: melanie@onestreet.one
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Sep 01, 2005 | Home Sold | $650,000 |
Dec 15, 1997 | Home Sold | $190,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $818,100 | $7,265 |
2022 | $751,610 | $6,388 |
2021 | $728,460 | $6,191 |
2020 | $716,490 | $6,090 |
2019 | $693,980 | $5,262 |
2018 | $673,890 | $5,104 |
2017 | $644,820 | $4,865 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Takoma Education Campus
Public District EE-5
0.5 mi
•7010 Piney Branch Rd NW
9
Shepherd Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.5 mi
•7800 14th St NW
6
Whittier Education Campus
Public District EE-5
1.0 mi
•6201 5th St NW
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $141,146. The most common annual income of people living in Washington, DC is $200k+. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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About 1305 Fern St NW
This home is located at 1305 Fern St NW in Washington, DC and zip code 20012 in the Colonial Village / Shepherd Park / North Portal Estates neighborhood. This 2,529 square foot home, which was built in 1924, sits on a 0.13 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 28, 2025 and is currently priced at $910,000.
In March 2025, from all listings sold in Washington, DC there were more than 66 sold above asking price, over 170 sold below and more than 81 were sold right at the asked price. In March 2025 in Washington, DC there were 40.4% more homes for sale than in February. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 55 days, the median list price was $672,196.