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Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $121,650 on Apr 25, 1995

1208 POTOMAC AVE SE

WASHINGTON, DC 20003
3
Beds
2
Baths
970 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
577 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$121,650 · Apr 25, 1995

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,457 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$849,450 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$451,580
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$397,870
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$822,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$849,450

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)
CountyDistrict Of Columbia
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.01
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Tyler Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Eastern High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Jefferson Middle School AcademyC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi

District: District of Columbia Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20003These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.38

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,569
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.17,327 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$155,862
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$181,959
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

1208 Potomac Ave Se measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Washington 20003
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Washington 20003
  • Older than 75% of homes in District of Columbia County

How it measures up in Washington 20003

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Washington 20003.

Living area970 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,338 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size577 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,220 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1917Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 1208 Potomac Ave Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWashington 20003District of Columbia County
Living areabigger than970 ft²24% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than577 ft²21% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than192053% of homes25% of homes

About 1208 Potomac Ave Se

When did 1208 Potomac Ave Se, Washington, DC last sell?

1208 Potomac Ave Se, Washington, DC last sold on Apr 25, 1995 for $121,650, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1208 Potomac Ave Se, Washington, DC?

1208 Potomac Ave Se, Washington, DC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 970 square feet of living space and a 0.01-acre lot.

When was 1208 Potomac Ave Se, Washington, DC built?

1208 Potomac Ave Se, Washington, DC was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1208 Potomac Ave Se, Washington, DC?

1208 Potomac Ave Se, Washington, DC is assigned to Tyler Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Eastern High School (high), rated D; Jefferson Middle School Academy (middle), rated C+. All sit in District of Columbia Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1208 Potomac Ave Se, Washington, DC compare to other homes in Washington 20003?

Among the 9,352 homes in Washington 20003, it is bigger than 24% of them (970 ft² against a typical 1,338 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (577 ft² against a typical 1,220 ft²) and it is newer than 53% of them (1920 against a typical 1917). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1208 Potomac Ave Se, Washington, DC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1208 Potomac Ave Se, Washington, DC was $6,457. The county assessed it at $849,450.

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