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$552,272$508 / 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 93How 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 $552,000 on Jan 27, 2026

1251 EMERSON ST NE

WASHINGTON, DC 20017
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,088 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.
2,125 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
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

$552K
$514K low$591K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$552,000 · Jan 27, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,999 (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.$470,480 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$303,340
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$167,140
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$460,780
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$470,480

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.Single Family Residence
CountyDISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Builtup (layered Asphalt)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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 · 92 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Bunker Hill Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Brookland Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Dunbar High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.2 mi

District: District of Columbia Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20017These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,376
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,824 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$111,401
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$136,202
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

1251 Emerson St Ne 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Michigan Park / University Heights
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Michigan Park / University Heights
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Michigan Park / University Heights
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Michigan Park / University Heights

What homes are worth in Washington 20017

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

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$228K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Washington 20017.

How it measures up in Washington 20017

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Washington 20017.

Estimated value$552,272
CheaperTypical $530,774Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$508
CheaperTypical $430Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area1,088 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,223 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size2,125 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,352 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 1251 Emerson St Ne ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMichigan Park / University HeightsWashington 20017District of Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$552,27261% of homes55% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$50881% of homes77% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than1,088 ft²27% of homes31% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,125 ft²32% of homes46% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than195065% of homes55% of homes63% of homes

About 1251 Emerson St Ne

How much is 1251 Emerson St Ne, Washington, DC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1251 Emerson St Ne, Washington, DC is $552,272 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $513,573 to $590,971. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1251 Emerson St Ne, Washington, DC last sell?

1251 Emerson St Ne, Washington, DC last sold on Jan 27, 2026 for $552,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1251 Emerson St Ne, Washington, DC?

1251 Emerson St Ne, Washington, DC has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,088 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 1251 Emerson St Ne, Washington, DC built?

1251 Emerson St Ne, Washington, DC was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1251 Emerson St Ne, Washington, DC?

1251 Emerson St Ne, Washington, DC is assigned to Bunker Hill Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Brookland Middle School (middle), rated C; Dunbar 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 1251 Emerson St Ne, Washington, DC compare to other homes in Washington 20017?

Among the 6,945 homes in Washington 20017, it is worth more than 55% of them ($552,272 against a typical $530,774), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($508 against a typical $430), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,088 ft² against a typical 1,223 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (2,125 ft² against a typical 2,352 ft²) and it is newer than 55% of them (1950 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of District of Columbia County, it is worth more than 48% 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 1251 Emerson St Ne, Washington, DC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1251 Emerson St Ne, Washington, DC was $3,999. The county assessed it at $470,480.

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