1231 Girard Street NW
Washington, DC 20009
- 7 beds
- 4 baths
- 3,414 sqft
- 2,031 sqft lot
- $439 per sqft
- 1910 build
Introducing 1231 Girard Street NW in the Columbia Heights section of Washington DC. This 7-bedroom 3.5 bath circa 1910 residence has approximately 3400 sf living space and a rental unit situated in the geographic center of the District of Columbia. An outdoor river rock patio retreat surrounded by 5-foot ornamental shrubs greets you. Wrought iron plumbers pipe hand rails steady your path to the front porch illuminated with a natural gas lantern. The front porch has a 3-foot stone capped masonry wall that facilitates concealment of packages. The façade is quintessentially Victorian featuring roman cut buff brick, a decorative carved stone panel above the front vestibule double doors. The 3-story trapezoidal bay windows draw the eye upward to the original copper finial at the peak of the turret. The walnut double doors welcome you through an impressive vestibule entryway that incorporates bottle green, emerald green, burgundy and cream colored subway tiles anchored by original geometric patterned hexagonal tile flooring with a Greek key border all illuminated by a classical revival pendant lighting. The main residence features period details to include 3 original mantles located: in the dining room a 9-foot mantle with bronze and cream subway tiled hearth and (with natural gas fueled fireplace) and 2 two-tiered decorative mantels; one in the front parlor and the 3rd floor mantle has fluted composite columns (front bedroom). The main level has 11-foot ceilings throughout, an archway transition from the entry-hall to the center stair hall, unique lattice work / gingerbread at the entry hall with an 8 foot quarter sewn oak Victorian columned mirror with built-in storage. The center hall staircase incorporates a raised paneled wall with a built-in storage bench that conceals a main level half bath. A pair of 8-foot 5-panel pocket doors provide a grand transition to a generous sized dining-room with an 11-foot walnut framed Victorian sky-light with opaque glass divided light panels bordered by amber glass panels providing an ethereal softly illuminated formal dining space that compliments a partitioning stained glass window that illuminates the center stair hall from the dining room. Two northern exposure double hung dining room windows provide additional natural light in addition to new LED lighting. A 5-paneled door with a stained glass transom leads to the eat-in kitchen complete with solid surface soap stone counters with butcher block inset, 60-inch natural gas cast iron AGA Stove with custom hood and pot-filler, stainless steel appliances, 42-inch solid wood cabinetry with upper display cabinets, pendant and LED lighting, iron pot rack, large working center island with seating area, pantry with opaque glass door and a rear staircase. A half light rear kitchen door provides access to the deck and stairs to the lower patio and back yard area. Classical revival lighting fixtures are location through-out the main historic residence all maintained with a preservationist spirit. This homes separately metered rental unit is freshly painted with new carpet, some lighting upgrades, new dishwasher, a galley kitchen, electric cooking with recirculating hood, a double bowl stainless steel sink, a combined kitchen, dining and living area, bedroom #7, den/guest room, full bath with tub-shower, stacked W/D laundry closet, and separate Water Heater and HVAC systems. This home is equipped with programmable thermostats, upgraded electrical (2006-2007 install) and upgraded plumbing (2006-2007) and 2 zones of HVAC with room for reimagination on a beautiful tree-lined block. Convenient to restaurants (11th Street, 14th St & U Street corridors), grocery stores (Whole Foods, Harris Teeter, Giant, Safeway & Trader Joes) coffee shops (Coffee Roasters, Starbucks), gyms (Washington Sports Clubs & YMCA) and entertainment with a 91-walk score 94 bike score.
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Last updated May 15, 2025
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MLS# DCDC2194436 —
The Building
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Year Built:1910
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Year Built Source:Assessor
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Year Major Reno/Remodel:2007
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Roof:Shingle, Composite, Asphalt
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New Construction:No
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Construction Materials:Brick, Stone
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Building Levels:4
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Structure Type:Interior Row/Townhouse
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Historic:No
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Architectural Style:Victorian
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Levels:4
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Main Entrance:South
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Entry Floor Number:1
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Door Features:Double Entry
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Security Features:Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Main Entrance Lock
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Window Features:Double Hung
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Accessibility Features:None
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Foundation Details:Slab
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Basement:Yes
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Basement Type:English, Daylight, Partial, Fully Finished, Front Entrance, Rear Entrance
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Basement Finished Percent:90.0
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Total SqFt Source:Estimated
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Total Below Grade SqFt:1216
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Total Below Grade SqFt Source:Estimated
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Above Grade Finished Area Units:Square Feet
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Above Grade Finished SqFt:2448
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Above Grade Finished SqFt Source:Assessor
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Below Grade Finished Area Units:Square Feet
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Below Grade Unfinished Area Units:Square Feet
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Below Grade Finished SqFt Source:Estimated
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Below Grade Finished SqFt:966
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Below Grade Unfinished SqFt:250
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Below Grade Unfinished SqFt Source:Estimated
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Tax Total Finished SqFt:2448
Interior
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Interior Features:2nd Kitchen, Additional Stairway, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bedroom - Bay Front, Skylight(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Floor Plan - Traditional, Stain/Lead Glass
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Room List:Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Den, Foyer, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Bedroom 6, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Half Bath, Additional Bedroom
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Floors In Unit:4
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Flooring Type:Hardwood, Marble
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Fireplace:Yes
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Fireplaces:2
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Fireplace Features:Mantel(s), Gas/Propane, Other
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Wall & Ceilings:9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall, Plaster Walls
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Living Area SqFt Source:Estimated
Room Dimensions
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Total SqFt:3664
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Living Area SqFt:3,414 Sqft
Financial & Terms
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Sale Type:Standard
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Acceptable Financing:Conventional, VA, Cash
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Possession:Immediate, 0-30 Days CD, Negotiable
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Lease Considered:No
Location
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Directions:13th ST NW to east on Girard St NW; see 1231 Girard St NW on North side of the street
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Cross Street:13th ST NW
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Latitude:38.92598000
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Longitude:-77.02910000
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Location Type:Urban
The Property
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Property Type:Residential
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Property Condition:Very Good
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Lot Size Units:Square Feet
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Lot Size Acres:0.05
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Lot Size Source:Assessor
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Lot Features:Adjoins - Public Land, Front Yard
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Lot SqFt:2,031 Sqft
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Inclusions:Rubbermaid Storage Shed, Storage Room Shelving
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Additional Parcels:No
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Zoning:RF-1
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Zoning Description:The RF-1 zone is for predominantly developed row houses on small lots within which no more than 2 dwelling units are permitted.
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Road Surface Type:Black Top, Paved, Alley
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Road Responsibility:Public
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View:Street
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In City Limits:Yes
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Outdoor Living Structures:Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es)
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Other Structures:Above Grade, Below Grade
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Horse:No
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Waterview:No
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Soil Types:Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
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Waterfront:No
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Water Oriented:No
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Water Access:No
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Navigable Water:No
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Tidal Water:No
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Ground Rent Exists:No
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Riparian Rights:No
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Agent phone:
- (202) 680-9516
- Office phone:
- (202) 387-6180
Taxes
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Tax ID Number:2856//0813
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Tax Year:2024
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Tax Lot:813
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Tax Annual Amount:$9,827
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Tax Assessed Value:$1,164,510
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Year Assessed:2024
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City/Town Tax:9827.00
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Total Taxes Payment Frequency:Annually
Beds
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Bedrooms:7
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Upper Level Bedrooms:6
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Upper Level 1 Bedrooms:3
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Lower Level Bedrooms:1
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Lower Level Bedrooms:1
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Bedrooms Upper Level:3
Baths
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Total Baths:4
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Full Baths:3
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Half Baths:1
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Main Level Baths:1.00
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Main Level Half Baths:1
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Upper Level Full Baths:2
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Lower Level Full Baths:1
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Upper Level Total Baths:2
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Upper Level Total Baths:1.00
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Upper Level 2 Total Baths:1.00
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All Lower Levels Total Baths:1
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Lower Level Total Baths:1.00
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Upper Level Full Baths:1
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Upper Level 2 Full Baths:1
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Lower Level Full Baths:1
The Listing
Heating & Cooling
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Cooling Type:Central A/C
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Central Air:Yes
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Cooling Fuel:Electric
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Heating:Yes
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Heating Type:Hot Water
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Heating Fuel:Natural Gas
Utilities
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Utilities:Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
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Sewer/Septic:Public Sewer
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Electric Service:200+ Amp Service
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Hot Water:Natural Gas
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Water Source:Public
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Internet Services:Fiber Optic
Appliances
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Appliances:Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater
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Laundry Type:Basement, Upper Floor, Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
Schools
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Elementary School:Tubman
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Middle School:Columbia Heights Education Campus
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High School:CARDOZO EDUCATION CAMPUS
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School District Name:District Of Columbia Public Schools
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School District Source:Listing Agent
The Community
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Subdivision Name:Columbia Heights
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Senior Community:No
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Exterior Features:Gutter System, Other
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Pool:No Pool
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Spa:No
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Association Recreation Fee:No
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HOA:No
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Condo/Coop Association:No
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HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities:None
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HOA/Condo/Coop Fee:None
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Transportation:Airport less than 10 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Metro/Subway Station less than 1 mile, Commuter Rail Station 1 to 5 miles
Parking
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Garage:No
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Type of Parking:On Street
Extra Units
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Vacation Rental:No
Monthly cost estimate

Asking price
$1,500,000
Expense | Monthly cost |
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Mortgage
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$8,032
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Taxes | $818 |
Insurance | $412 |
Utilities | $267 See report |
Total | $9,529/mo.* |
*This is an estimate |
Walk Score®
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Bike Score®
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Bike Score evaluates a location's bikeability. It is calculated by measuring bike infrastructure, hills, destinations and road connectivity, and the number of bike commuters. Bike Scores range from 0 (Somewhat Bikeable) to 100 (Biker’s Paradise).
Transit Score®
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Transit Score measures a location's access to public transit. It is based on nearby transit routes frequency, type of route (bus, rail, etc.), and distance to the nearest stop on the route. Transit Scores range from 0 (Minimal Transit) to 100 (Rider’s Paradise).
Soundscore™
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Soundscore is an overall score that accounts for traffic, airport activity, and local sources. A Soundscore rating is a number between 50 (very loud) and 100 (very quiet).
Air Pollution Index
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Sale history
Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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5/15/25
May 15, 2025
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Price Changed | BRIGHT | $1,500,000 | -1.6% |
4/28/25
Apr 28, 2025
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Price Changed | BRIGHT | $1,525,000 | -1.6% |
4/9/25
Apr 9, 2025
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Listed / Active | BRIGHT | $1,550,000 |