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$1,339,444$555 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $1,100,000 on Jun 1, 2021

2942 LEGATION ST NW

WASHINGTON, DC 20015
6
Beds
4
Baths
2,413 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1937
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1.3M 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.$1,100,000 · Jun 1, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,666 (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.$1,109,390 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$585,170
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$524,220
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,072,720
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,109,390

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.7 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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Slate
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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 · 205 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
Lafayette Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Deal Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Jackson-Reed High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: District of Columbia Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20015These 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.44
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 100.34

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.1%
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.16,782
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,779 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$188,990
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$227,188
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

2942 Legation 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 87% of homes in District of Columbia County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Washington 20015
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in District of Columbia County
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in District of Columbia County

What homes are worth in Washington 20015

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

This home
$227K$2.9M

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in Washington 20015.

How it measures up in Washington 20015

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Washington 20015.

Estimated value$1,339,444
CheaperTypical $1,463,565Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$555
CheaperTypical $722Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area2,413 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,979 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built1937
OlderTypical 1936Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 2942 Legation St Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWashington 20015District of Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,339,44438% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$55512% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than2,413 ft²71% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac61% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than193754% of homes47% of homes

About 2942 Legation St Nw

How much is 2942 Legation St Nw, Washington, DC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2942 Legation St Nw, Washington, DC is $1,339,444 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,251,123 to $1,427,765. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2942 Legation St Nw, Washington, DC last sell?

2942 Legation St Nw, Washington, DC last sold on Jun 1, 2021 for $1,100,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2942 Legation St Nw, Washington, DC?

2942 Legation St Nw, Washington, DC has 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,413 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 2942 Legation St Nw, Washington, DC built?

2942 Legation St Nw, Washington, DC was built in 1937, making it 89 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 2942 Legation St Nw, Washington, DC?

2942 Legation St Nw, Washington, DC is assigned to Lafayette Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Deal Middle School (middle), rated A+; Jackson-Reed High School (high), rated A. All sit in District of Columbia Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2942 Legation St Nw, Washington, DC compare to other homes in Washington 20015?

Among the 5,409 homes in Washington 20015, it is worth more than 38% of them ($1,339,444 against a typical $1,463,565), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($555 against a typical $722), it is bigger than 71% of them (2,413 ft² against a typical 1,979 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1937 against a typical 1936). Measured against all of District of Columbia County, it is worth more than 87% 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 2942 Legation St Nw, Washington, DC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2942 Legation St Nw, Washington, DC was $8,666. The county assessed it at $1,109,390.

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