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$1,607,430$948 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $51,160 on Dec 30, 1996

1516 CAROLINE ST NW

WASHINGTON, DC 20009
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,696 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.
1,423 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1870
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

$1.6M
$1.5M low$1.7M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$51,160 · Dec 30, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,474 (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.$1,204,470 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$722,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$481,570
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,204,470
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,204,470

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.0.03
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None

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

E
Garrison Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Cardozo Education CampusD-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.6 mi

District: District of Columbia Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20009These 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.117
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 100.33

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.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.54,451
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.42,372 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$130,098
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$168,293
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

1516 Caroline 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 95% of homes in Washington 20009
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in District of Columbia County
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Dupont Circle / Connecticut Avenue / K Street
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Dupont Circle / Connecticut Avenue / K Street
  • Among the oldest homes in District of Columbia County

What homes are worth in Washington 20009

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

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$241K$2.2M

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Washington 20009.

How it measures up in Washington 20009

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Washington 20009.

Estimated value$1,607,430
CheaperTypical $563,847Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$948
CheaperTypical $677Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Living area1,696 ft²
SmallerTypical 920 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size1,423 ft²
SmallerTypical 436 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1870
OlderTypical 1915Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 1516 Caroline St Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDupont Circle / Connecticut Avenue / K StreetWashington 20009District of Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,607,43094% of homes95% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$94891% of homes94% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than1,696 ft²84% of homes80% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,423 ft²88% of homes80% of homes46% of homes
Year builtnewer than1870almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes

About 1516 Caroline St Nw

How much is 1516 Caroline St Nw, Washington, DC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1516 Caroline St Nw, Washington, DC is $1,607,430 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,489,924 to $1,724,936. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1516 Caroline St Nw, Washington, DC last sell?

1516 Caroline St Nw, Washington, DC last sold on Dec 30, 1996 for $51,160, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1516 Caroline St Nw, Washington, DC?

1516 Caroline St Nw, Washington, DC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,696 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 1516 Caroline St Nw, Washington, DC built?

1516 Caroline St Nw, Washington, DC was built in 1870, making it 156 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1516 Caroline St Nw, Washington, DC?

1516 Caroline St Nw, Washington, DC is assigned to Garrison Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Cardozo Education Campus (middle), rated D-. All sit in District of Columbia Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1516 Caroline St Nw, Washington, DC compare to other homes in Washington 20009?

Among the 14,473 homes in Washington 20009, it is worth more than 95% of them ($1,607,430 against a typical $563,847), its price per square foot is higher than 94% of them ($948 against a typical $677), it is bigger than 80% of them (1,696 ft² against a typical 920 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (1,423 ft² against a typical 436 ft²) and it is newer than almost none of them (1870 against a typical 1915). Measured against all of District of Columbia County, it is worth more than 92% 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 1516 Caroline St Nw, Washington, DC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1516 Caroline St Nw, Washington, DC was $9,474. The county assessed it at $1,204,470.

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