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#DCDC2200994, Noel P Sesay, Listing Office: Compass
$1,250,000 List price
1601 N Portal Dr NW Washington, DC 20012
$10,000
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6 beds
6 full, 1 partial
4,821 sqft
0.3 acres
$259 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1601 N Portal Dr NW
Bring your architect, contractor and vision to this mid-century modern home waiting for your personal touch. Spanning more than 5,000 square feet on two levels - 2,000 square feet each on the main level and ground floor and an additional 1,200 square feet in an attached accessory dwelling unit - the possibilities are endless. This home - at the entrance of North Portal Estates, a neighborhood of 200+ homes in the greater Colonial Village community - also boasts an unheard-of one-quarter of an acre. Home has been gutted and is being sold strictly as-is. Check nearby comparable multi-million-dollar homes and you quickly realize the value proposition this home provides. Currently configured as a 6 bedroom, 6.5 bath home with formal living room, dining room, sunroom and two-car garage - but new owner can make changes and redesign the space for what best suits their needs. Showings by appointment only. Owner is a licensed real estate agent.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size4,821 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.25 Acres
Year built1957
ParkingGarage - Front Entry, Attached Garage
MLS #DCDC2201994
Garage2 spaces
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 6
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: 2nd Kitchen, Attic, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Recessed Lighting
- Total Bedroom Count: 6
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Parking: Garage - Front Entry, Attached Garage
- Architectural Style: Mid-Century Modern
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $1,250,000
- Price/SqFt: $259
- Annual Tax Amount: $10,085
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: North on 16th St NW, go around circle, right on North Portal NW. House is on right.
- Year Built: 1957
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 4,821 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.25 Acres
- MLS Number: DCDC2201994
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Butler Cook Real Estate
- Office Phone: (202) 422-6100
- Office Email: info@butlercookrealestate.com
- Listing Agent: LaCrisha Butler
- Agent Phone: (202) 422-6100
- Agent Email: info@butlercookrealestate.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 27, 2022 | Home Sold | $1,200,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,133,960 | $10,085 |
| 2022 | $1,037,470 | $8,818 |
| 2021 | $986,350 | $8,383 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
9
Shepherd Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.5 mi
•7800 14th St NW
9
Rock Creek Forest Elementary School
Public Magnet PK-5
0.8 mi
•8330 Grubb Rd
4
Woodlin Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•2101 Luzerne Ave
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 $128,571. Residents of Washington, DC typically earn $200k+ each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
8%
<35k
31%
35k-100k
25%
100k-200k
36%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
43%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
36%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
9%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
10%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
28%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Men's Tennis
Skiing/snowboarding
PGA/LPGA
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Nordstrom
Chico's
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bonefish Grill
California Pizza Kitchen
Qdoba
What do the neighbors drive?
Lexus
BMW
Cadillac
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Talk/Personality
Classical
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1601 N Portal Dr NW
The listing price of 1601 N Portal Dr NW property is $1,250,000.
The property 1601 N Portal Dr NW is a house located in Washington, undefined, 20012.
Active Listing: 1601 N Portal Dr NW is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1601 N Portal Dr NW are: Shepherd Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Rock Creek Forest Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Woodlin Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Silver Spring International Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Takoma Park Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Center City Public Charter School - Brightwood (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), District of Columbia International School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Coolidge High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Paul Public Charter School - International High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $10,085 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on June 27, 2022 for $1,200,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1601 N Portal Dr NW has 6 bedrooms and 6 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 1601 N Portal Dr NW is 4,821 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1601 N Portal Dr NW is 1957.
This home is located at 1601 N Portal Dr NW in Washington, DC and zip code 20012 in the Colonial Village / Shepherd Park / North Portal Estates neighborhood. This 4,821 square foot home, which was built in 1957, sits on a 0.25 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 21, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,250,000.
In May 2025 in Washington, DC there were 52.7% more homes for sale than in April. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 78 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $634,869.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.