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$1,268,537$567 / 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 $772,000 on May 23, 2012

1956 2ND ST NW

WASHINGTON, DC 20001
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,236 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.
2,556 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1906
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

$1.3M
$1.2M low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$772,000 · May 23, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,649 (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.$1,252,660 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$583,640
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$669,020
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,236,910
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,252,660

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Row House
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.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
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
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 · 47 ft²

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
Cleveland Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Cardozo Education CampusD-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.8 mi

District: District of Columbia Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20001These 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.129
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.35

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
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.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.49,672
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.23,809 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$126,237
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$156,348
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

1956 2nd 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 98% of homes in Pleasant Plains / LeDroit Park
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Washington 20001
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Washington 20001
  • Older than 89% of homes in District of Columbia County

What homes are worth in Washington 20001

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

This home
$282K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 94% of homes in Washington 20001.

How it measures up in Washington 20001

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Washington 20001.

Estimated value$1,268,537
CheaperTypical $627,401Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$567
CheaperTypical $611Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area2,236 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,096 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size2,556 ft²
SmallerTypical 784 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1906
OlderTypical 1924Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 1956 2nd St Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePleasant Plains / LeDroit ParkWashington 20001District of Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,268,53798% of homes94% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$56746% of homes36% of homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than2,236 ft²89% of homes91% of homes86% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,556 ft²90% of homes97% of homes70% of homes
Year builtnewer than190624% of homes28% of homes11% of homes

About 1956 2nd St Nw

How much is 1956 2nd St Nw, Washington, DC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1956 2nd St Nw, Washington, DC is $1,268,537 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,183,138 to $1,353,936. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1956 2nd St Nw, Washington, DC last sell?

1956 2nd St Nw, Washington, DC last sold on May 23, 2012 for $772,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1956 2nd St Nw, Washington, DC?

1956 2nd St Nw, Washington, DC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,236 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 1956 2nd St Nw, Washington, DC built?

1956 2nd St Nw, Washington, DC was built in 1906, making it 120 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1956 2nd St Nw, Washington, DC?

1956 2nd St Nw, Washington, DC is assigned to Cleveland Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; 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 1956 2nd St Nw, Washington, DC compare to other homes in Washington 20001?

Among the 12,951 homes in Washington 20001, it is worth more than 94% of them ($1,268,537 against a typical $627,401), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($567 against a typical $611), it is bigger than 91% of them (2,236 ft² against a typical 1,096 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (2,556 ft² against a typical 784 ft²) and it is newer than 28% of them (1906 against a typical 1924). Measured against all of District of Columbia County, it is worth more than 86% 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 1956 2nd St Nw, Washington, DC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1956 2nd St Nw, Washington, DC was $10,649. The county assessed it at $1,252,660.

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