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$3,201,090$1,740 / 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 91How 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
Last sold for $3,350,000 on Jan 23, 2025

1242 POTOMAC ST NW

WASHINGTON, DC 20007
3
Beds
6 / 1
Baths
1,840 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.
2,888 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1830
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$3.2M
$2.9M low$3.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$3,350,000 · Jan 23, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$27,385 (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.$3,113,510 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,162,770
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,950,740
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$3,084,690
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$3,113,510

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.18 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
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.2014
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
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

Transaction History(8)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

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

E
Hyde-Addison Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Hardy Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
MacArthur High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi

District: District of Columbia Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20007These 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.63
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.32

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.31,079
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,506 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$160,193
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$224,111
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 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

1242 Potomac 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 98% of homes in District of Columbia County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in District of Columbia County
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in District of Columbia County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Georgetown
  • Among the oldest homes in District of Columbia County

What homes are worth in Washington 20007

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

This home
$218K$5.6M

This home is worth more than 91% of homes in Washington 20007.

How it measures up in Washington 20007

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Washington 20007.

Estimated value$3,201,090
CheaperTypical $1,237,534Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1740
CheaperTypical $798Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area1,840 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,464 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size2,888 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1830
OlderTypical 1938Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 1242 Potomac St Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGeorgetownWashington 20007District of Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$3,201,09085% of homes91% of homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$174097% of homes98% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,840 ft²63% of homes65% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,888 ft²85% of homes76% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than18304% of homes2% of homesalmost no homes

About 1242 Potomac St Nw

How much is 1242 Potomac St Nw, Washington, DC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1242 Potomac St Nw, Washington, DC is $3,201,090 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $2,912,255 to $3,489,925. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1242 Potomac St Nw, Washington, DC last sell?

1242 Potomac St Nw, Washington, DC last sold on Jan 23, 2025 for $3,350,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 7 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1242 Potomac St Nw, Washington, DC?

1242 Potomac St Nw, Washington, DC has 3 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, 1,840 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 1242 Potomac St Nw, Washington, DC built?

1242 Potomac St Nw, Washington, DC was built in 1830, making it 196 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1242 Potomac St Nw, Washington, DC?

1242 Potomac St Nw, Washington, DC is assigned to Hyde-Addison Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Hardy Middle School (middle), rated A; MacArthur High School (high), rated C+. All sit in District of Columbia Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1242 Potomac St Nw, Washington, DC compare to other homes in Washington 20007?

Among the 9,902 homes in Washington 20007, it is worth more than 91% of them ($3,201,090 against a typical $1,237,534), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($1740 against a typical $798), it is bigger than 65% of them (1,840 ft² against a typical 1,464 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (2,888 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²) and it is newer than 2% of them (1830 against a typical 1938). Measured against all of District of Columbia County, it is worth more than 98% 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 1242 Potomac St Nw, Washington, DC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1242 Potomac St Nw, Washington, DC was $27,385. The county assessed it at $3,113,510.

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