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$361,303$590 / 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 95How 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
Last sold for $365,000 on Jul 18, 2023

2138 CALIFORNIA ST NW

WASHINGTON, DC 20008
Building report
1
Beds
1
Baths
612 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.
295 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$361K
$344K low$378K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$365,000 · Jul 18, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,206 (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.$365,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$109,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$255,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$396,970
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$365,000

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.01
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.No Garage
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
School Without Walls @ Francis-Stevens Education CampusA-
Elementary · Grades EE–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Cardozo Education CampusD+
High · Grades 7–12 · 1.1 mi

District: District of Columbia Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20008These 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.87
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 100.34

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.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,683
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.9,489 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$138,340
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$178,293
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

2138 California 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 less than 89% of homes in Kalorama
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Kalorama
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in District of Columbia County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in District of Columbia County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Washington 20008

What homes are worth in Washington 20008

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

This home
$206K$6.3M

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Washington 20008.

How it measures up in Washington 20008

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Washington 20008.

Estimated value$361,303
CheaperTypical $1,066,439Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$590
CheaperTypical $660Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area612 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size295 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,089 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1939Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 2138 California St Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKaloramaWashington 20008District of Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$361,30311% of homes17% of homes22% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$59010% of homes40% of homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than612 ft²19% of homes11% of homes9% of homes
Lot sizebigger than295 ft²21% of homes21% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than191033% of homes8% of homes17% of homes

About 2138 California St Nw

How much is 2138 California St Nw, Washington, DC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2138 California St Nw, Washington, DC is $361,303 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $344,437 to $378,169. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2138 California St Nw, Washington, DC last sell?

2138 California St Nw, Washington, DC last sold on Jul 18, 2023 for $365,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2138 California St Nw, Washington, DC?

2138 California St Nw, Washington, DC has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 612 square feet of living space and a 0.01-acre lot.

When was 2138 California St Nw, Washington, DC built?

2138 California St Nw, Washington, DC was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. It is a condo/apartment home.

What schools serve 2138 California St Nw, Washington, DC?

2138 California St Nw, Washington, DC is assigned to School Without Walls @ Francis-Stevens Education Campus (elementary), rated A-; Cardozo Education Campus (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 2138 California St Nw, Washington, DC compare to other homes in Washington 20008?

Among the 7,458 homes in Washington 20008, it is worth more than 17% of them ($361,303 against a typical $1,066,439), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($590 against a typical $660), it is bigger than 11% of them (612 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (295 ft² against a typical 1,089 ft²) and it is newer than 8% of them (1910 against a typical 1939). Measured against all of District of Columbia County, it is worth more than 22% 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 2138 California St Nw, Washington, DC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2138 California St Nw, Washington, DC was $2,206. The county assessed it at $365,000.

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