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$496,723$353 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

1608 GALES ST NE

WASHINGTON, DC 20002
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,408 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.
1,900 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1908
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

$497K
$451K low$543K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,445 (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.$669,390 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$451,690
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$217,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$666,090
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$669,390

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.4 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
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.1961
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
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.Radiant
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Miner Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Eliot-Hine Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Eastern High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 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

1608 Gales 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 less than 83% of homes in NoMa / Stanton Park / Kingman Park
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in NoMa / Stanton Park / Kingman Park
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in NoMa / Stanton Park / Kingman Park
  • Older than 87% of homes in District of Columbia County

What homes are worth in Washington 20002

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

This home
$251K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 29% 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$496,723
CheaperTypical $637,380Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$353
CheaperTypical $552Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area1,408 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,260 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size1,900 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,220 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1908
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 1608 Gales St Ne ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNoMa / Stanton Park / Kingman ParkWashington 20002District of Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$496,72317% of homes29% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$353almost no homes4% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than1,408 ft²63% of homes63% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,900 ft²88% of homes85% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than190827% of homes23% of homes13% of homes

About 1608 Gales St Ne

How much is 1608 Gales St Ne, Washington, DC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1608 Gales St Ne, Washington, DC is $496,723 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $450,818 to $542,628. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1608 Gales St Ne, Washington, DC last sell?

1608 Gales St Ne, Washington, DC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1608 Gales St Ne, Washington, DC?

1608 Gales St Ne, Washington, DC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,408 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 1608 Gales St Ne, Washington, DC built?

1608 Gales St Ne, Washington, DC was built in 1908, making it 118 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1608 Gales St Ne, Washington, DC?

1608 Gales St Ne, Washington, DC is assigned to Miner Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Eliot-Hine Middle School (middle), rated C+; Eastern 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 1608 Gales St Ne, Washington, DC compare to other homes in Washington 20002?

Among the 20,241 homes in Washington 20002, it is worth more than 29% of them ($496,723 against a typical $637,380), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($353 against a typical $552), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,408 ft² against a typical 1,260 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (1,900 ft² against a typical 1,220 ft²) and it is newer than 23% of them (1908 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of District of Columbia County, it is worth more than 41% 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 1608 Gales St Ne, Washington, DC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1608 Gales St Ne, Washington, DC was $1,445. The county assessed it at $669,390.

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