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$747,045$383 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

1217 EMERSON ST NW

WASHINGTON, DC 20011
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,952 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.
3,831 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1917
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

$747K
$663K low$831K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,716 (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.$762,330 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$451,520
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$310,810
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$753,950
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$762,330

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.53 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.Single Family Residence
CountyDistrict Of Columbia
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 322 ft²

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

E
John Lewis Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.5 mi
M
MacFarland Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Roosevelt High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi

District: District of Columbia Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20011These 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.69
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.39

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.68,016
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13,150 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$111,669
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$147,497
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

1217 Emerson St Nw 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.

  • Worth more than 69% of homes in Washington 20011
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Brightwood Park / Crestwood / Petworth / 16th Street Heights
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Washington 20011
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Brightwood Park / Crestwood / Petworth / 16th Street Heights
  • Older than 87% of homes in Washington 20011

What homes are worth in Washington 20011

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$224K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Washington 20011.

How it measures up in Washington 20011

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Washington 20011.

Estimated value$747,045
CheaperTypical $620,688Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$383
CheaperTypical $444Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area1,952 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,404 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size3,831 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,134 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1917
OlderTypical 1929Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 1217 Emerson St Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrightwood Park / Crestwood / Petworth / 16th Street HeightsWashington 20011District of Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$747,04557% of homes69% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38315% of homes27% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,952 ft²81% of homes84% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,831 ft²84% of homes82% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than191720% of homes13% of homes23% of homes

About 1217 Emerson St Nw

How much is 1217 Emerson St Nw, Washington, DC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1217 Emerson St Nw, Washington, DC is $747,045 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $662,912 to $831,178. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 1217 Emerson St Nw, Washington, DC?

1217 Emerson St Nw, Washington, DC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,952 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 1217 Emerson St Nw, Washington, DC built?

1217 Emerson St Nw, Washington, DC was built in 1917, making it 109 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1217 Emerson St Nw, Washington, DC?

1217 Emerson St Nw, Washington, DC is assigned to John Lewis Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; MacFarland Middle School (middle), rated B; Roosevelt High School (high), rated D. All sit in District of Columbia Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1217 Emerson St Nw, Washington, DC compare to other homes in Washington 20011?

Among the 17,665 homes in Washington 20011, it is worth more than 69% of them ($747,045 against a typical $620,688), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($383 against a typical $444), it is bigger than 84% of them (1,952 ft² against a typical 1,404 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (3,831 ft² against a typical 2,134 ft²) and it is newer than 13% of them (1917 against a typical 1929). Measured against all of District of Columbia County, it is worth more than 66% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1217 Emerson St Nw, Washington, DC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1217 Emerson St Nw, Washington, DC was $5,716. The county assessed it at $762,330.

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