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Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $1,425,000 on Feb 18, 2026

1538 SWANN ST NW

WASHINGTON, DC 20009
4
Beds
4
Baths
1,607 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.
711 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1885
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,425,000 · Feb 18, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$13,402 (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.$1,576,690 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$533,480
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,043,210
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,576,690
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,576,690

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)
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.2006
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.02
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes

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
Garrison Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Cardozo Education CampusD+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.7 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

1538 Swann 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.

  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Dupont Circle / Connecticut Avenue / K Street
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Dupont Circle / Connecticut Avenue / K Street
  • Among the oldest homes in District of Columbia County

How it measures up in Washington 20009

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

Living area1,607 ft²
SmallerTypical 927 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size711 ft²
SmallerTypical 436 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built1885
OlderTypical 1915Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 1538 Swann St Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDupont Circle / Connecticut Avenue / K StreetWashington 20009District of Columbia County
Living areabigger than1,607 ft²83% of homes78% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than711 ft²79% of homes68% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than18858% of homes5% of homesalmost no homes

About 1538 Swann St Nw

When did 1538 Swann St Nw, Washington, DC last sell?

1538 Swann St Nw, Washington, DC last sold on Feb 18, 2026 for $1,425,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1538 Swann St Nw, Washington, DC?

1538 Swann St Nw, Washington, DC has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 1,607 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 1538 Swann St Nw, Washington, DC built?

1538 Swann St Nw, Washington, DC was built in 1885, making it 141 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 1538 Swann St Nw, Washington, DC?

1538 Swann 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 1538 Swann St Nw, Washington, DC compare to other homes in Washington 20009?

Among the 14,471 homes in Washington 20009, it is bigger than 78% of them (1,607 ft² against a typical 927 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (711 ft² against a typical 436 ft²) and it is newer than 5% of them (1885 against a typical 1915). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1538 Swann St Nw, Washington, DC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1538 Swann St Nw, Washington, DC was $13,402. The county assessed it at $1,576,690.

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