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$799,000$657 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $168,000 on May 21, 2010

1278 MORSE ST NE

WASHINGTON, DC 20002
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,216 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.
2,894 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1918
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

$799K
$720K low$878K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$168,000 · May 21, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,442 (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.$720,760 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$495,190
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$225,570
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$736,110
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$720,760

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
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.2011
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
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.Central
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 · 97 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Wheatley Education CampusD-
Elementary · Grades EE–8 · 0.1 mi
H
Dunbar High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: District of Columbia Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20002These 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.109
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 100.40

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.87%
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.12%
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.74,190
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12,541 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$121,876
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$150,815
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

1278 Morse 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.

  • Worth more than 97% of homes in Ivy City / Arboretum / Trinidad / Carver Langston
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Ivy City / Arboretum / Trinidad / Carver Langston
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Washington 20002
  • Older than 89% of homes in Ivy City / Arboretum / Trinidad / Carver Langston

What homes are worth in Washington 20002

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

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$254K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Washington 20002.

How it measures up in Washington 20002

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Washington 20002.

Estimated value$799,000
CheaperTypical $643,473Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$657
CheaperTypical $554Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area1,216 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,260 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Lot size2,894 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,220 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1918
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 1278 Morse St Ne ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIvy City / Arboretum / Trinidad / Carver LangstonWashington 20002District of Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$799,00097% of homes69% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$65794% of homes74% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than1,216 ft²52% of homes45% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,894 ft²87% of homes95% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than191811% of homes40% of homes24% of homes

About 1278 Morse St Ne

How much is 1278 Morse St Ne, Washington, DC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1278 Morse St Ne, Washington, DC is $799,000 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $720,137 to $877,863. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1278 Morse St Ne, Washington, DC last sell?

1278 Morse St Ne, Washington, DC last sold on May 21, 2010 for $168,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1278 Morse St Ne, Washington, DC?

1278 Morse St Ne, Washington, DC has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,216 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 1278 Morse St Ne, Washington, DC built?

1278 Morse St Ne, Washington, DC was built in 1918, making it 108 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1278 Morse St Ne, Washington, DC?

1278 Morse St Ne, Washington, DC is assigned to Wheatley Education Campus (elementary), rated D-; 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 1278 Morse St Ne, Washington, DC compare to other homes in Washington 20002?

Among the 20,252 homes in Washington 20002, it is worth more than 69% of them ($799,000 against a typical $643,473), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($657 against a typical $554), it is bigger than 45% of them (1,216 ft² against a typical 1,260 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (2,894 ft² against a typical 1,220 ft²) and it is newer than 40% of them (1918 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of District of Columbia County, it is worth more than 69% 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 1278 Morse St Ne, Washington, DC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1278 Morse St Ne, Washington, DC was $4,442. The county assessed it at $720,760.

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