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$759,341$534 / 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 92How 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 $851,552 on Mar 31, 2021

1623 VARNUM PL NE

WASHINGTON, DC 20017
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,422 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1941
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

$759K
$696K low$823K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$851,552 · Mar 31, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,531 (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.$902,470 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$364,320
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$538,150
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$888,330
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$902,470

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.2021
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Slate
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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 · 0.1 mi
M
Brookland Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Dunbar High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 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

1623 Varnum Pl 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 94% of homes in Michigan Park / University Heights
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Michigan Park / University Heights
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Michigan Park / University Heights
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% 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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$234K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 85% 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$759,341
CheaperTypical $530,718Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$534
CheaperTypical $430Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Living area1,422 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,223 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 2,352 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1941
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 1623 Varnum Pl Ne ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMichigan Park / University HeightsWashington 20017District of Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$759,34194% of homes85% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$53486% of homes83% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than1,422 ft²74% of homes70% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac92% of homes87% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than194137% of homes39% of homes54% of homes

About 1623 Varnum Pl Ne

How much is 1623 Varnum Pl Ne, Washington, DC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1623 Varnum Pl Ne, Washington, DC is $759,341 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $696,027 to $822,655. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1623 Varnum Pl Ne, Washington, DC last sell?

1623 Varnum Pl Ne, Washington, DC last sold on Mar 31, 2021 for $851,552, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1623 Varnum Pl Ne, Washington, DC?

1623 Varnum Pl Ne, Washington, DC has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,422 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 1623 Varnum Pl Ne, Washington, DC built?

1623 Varnum Pl Ne, Washington, DC was built in 1941, making it 85 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1623 Varnum Pl Ne, Washington, DC?

1623 Varnum Pl 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 1623 Varnum Pl Ne, Washington, DC compare to other homes in Washington 20017?

Among the 6,945 homes in Washington 20017, it is worth more than 85% of them ($759,341 against a typical $530,718), its price per square foot is higher than 83% of them ($534 against a typical $430), it is bigger than 70% of them (1,422 ft² against a typical 1,223 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 2,352 ft²) and it is newer than 39% of them (1941 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of District of Columbia County, it is worth more than 66% 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 1623 Varnum Pl Ne, Washington, DC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1623 Varnum Pl Ne, Washington, DC was $4,531. The county assessed it at $902,470.

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