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$649,000

5133 12th St NE Washington, DC 20011

3 beds
2 full, 1 partial
1,916 sqft
0.05 acres
$339 / sqft
Townhouse

Property details

About 5133 12th St NE

Welcome to 5133 12th St. NE — a beautifully renovated home offering modern upgrades and classic charm. Enjoy new windows throughout, gleaming hardwood floors, updated bathrooms, and a stylish kitchen. The fully finished basement includes a separate entrance, kitchenette, washer/dryer, and excellent potential for guests or rental use. A second washer and dryer are conveniently located on the upper level. Major improvements include all new windows, upgraded heavy-duty electrical, fully replaced plumbing, a new privacy fence, and off-street parking in the rear. Located in the heart of Riggs Park/Brightwood, this home is just minutes from Fort Totten Metro (Red/Green/Yellow lines), parks, trails, and community gems like the new Lamond-Riggs Library. The neighborhood is known for its strong sense of community, frequent block parties, and exciting developments like Art Place with future retail, dining, and entertainment options.

Highlights

Home typeTownhouse
HeatingCentral
StatusComing Soon
(COMING SOON)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,916 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.05 Acres
Year built1954
ParkingPublic,Unassigned, On Street
MLS #DCDC2209880
Active DateJuly 11, 2025

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Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer, Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Parking: Public,Unassigned, On Street
  • Exterior: Fire Escape, Sidewalks
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $649,000
  • Price/SqFt: $338
  • Annual Tax Amount: $4,043
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: Emerson St NW to 12th St NE
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Stories: 3
  • Living Area: 1,916 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.05 Acres
  • MLS Number: DCDC2209880
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: Redfin Corp
  • Office Phone: (202) 759-7581
  • Listing Agent: Paul W Johnson
  • Agent Phone: (703) 717-2634
  • Agent Email: paul.johnson@redfin.com

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 14, 2022
Home Sold
$500,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$470,600$4,043
2022$441,650$2,447
2021$424,340$2,350
2020$416,950$1,121
2019$394,250$1,071
2018$372,030$1,026
2017$340,030$936

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

2

Chillum Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.4 mi

1420 Chillum Rd

7

Lasalle-Backus Education Campus

Public District EE-5

0.7 mi

501 Riggs Rd NE

5

Ridgecrest Elementary School

Public District PK-6

0.8 mi

6120 Riggs Rd

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 $56,492. Residents of Washington, DC typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

23%
<35k
61%
35k-100k
14%
100k-200k
2%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

65%
Single, No Kids
14%
Single, with Kids
14%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

12%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
26%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • TennisTennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • IKEAIKEA
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • QuiznosQuiznos
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box
  • StarbucksStarbucks

What do the neighbors drive?

  • LexusLexus
  • ToyotaToyota
  • BMWBMW

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Soft Adult ContemporarySoft Adult Contemporary
  • JazzJazz
  • NewsNews
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 5133 12th St NE

The listing price of 5133 12th St NE property is $649,000.

The property 5133 12th St NE is a townhouse located in Washington, undefined, 20011.

Coming Soon: 5133 12th St NE is Coming Soon. This listing has not previously been on the market, but will be on the market soon (no showings are allowed yet). A listing contract has been executed.

The nearby schools for 5133 12th St NE are: Chillum Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Lasalle-Backus Education Campus (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Ridgecrest Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Brookland Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Washington Latin Public Charter School - Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Perry Street Preparatory Public Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Washington Latin Public Charter School - Upper School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Capital City Public Charter School - High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Luke C. Moore High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $4,043 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on November 14, 2022 for $500,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 5133 12th St NE has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 5133 12th St NE is 1,916 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 5133 12th St NE is 1954.

This home is located at 5133 12th St NE in Washington, DC and zip code 20011 in the Queens Chapel neighborhood. This 1,916 square foot home, which was built in 1954, sits on a 0.05 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $649,000.

Between May and June 2025, Washington, DC real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 42.2%. In June 2025 median list price was $626,435 and the average listing age was 83 days.

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

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