$910,000

1305 Fern St NW Washington, DC 20012

$10,000
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full
2,529 sqft
0.1 acres
$360 / sqft
House

Property details

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.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingRadiant
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
Size2,529 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.13 Acres
Year built1924
ParkingGarage - Rear Entry, Detached Garage,Driveway,Off Street
MLS #DCDC2197794
Garage3 spaces

Summary

  • 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

DateEventPrice
Sep 01, 2005
Home Sold
$650,000
Dec 15, 1997
Home Sold
$190,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty 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.

All data from GreatSchools

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.

How much money do the neighbors make?

18%
<35k
26%
35k-100k
27%
100k-200k
29%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

52%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
18%
Married, No Kids
20%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

17%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
15%
18-34 yrs old
49%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Live TheatreLive Theatre
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MercedesMercedes
  • AudiAudi
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • JazzJazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

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.

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

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