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$956,907$1,007 / 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 $705,000 on Nov 6, 2013

3517 ALTON PL NW

WASHINGTON, DC 20008
2
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
950 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.
3,384 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1939
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

$957K
$912K low$1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$705,000 · Nov 6, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,326 (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.$979,570 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$704,450
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$275,120
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$947,930
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$979,570

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.8 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.0.08
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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 · 122 ft²

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
Hearst Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Deal Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Jackson-Reed High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 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

3517 Alton Pl 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 76% of homes in District of Columbia County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in North Cleveland Park / Forest Hills / Van Ness
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in North Cleveland Park / Forest Hills / Van Ness
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in District of Columbia County

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
$205K$6.4M

This home is worth more than 49% 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$956,907
CheaperTypical $1,068,013Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1007
CheaperTypical $661Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area950 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,486 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size3,384 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,089 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1939
OlderTypical 1938Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 3517 Alton Pl Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth Cleveland Park / Forest Hills / Van NessWashington 20008District of Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$956,90746% of homes49% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$100797% of homes91% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than950 ft²28% of homes32% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,384 ft²51% of homes65% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than193941% of homes52% of homes50% of homes

About 3517 Alton Pl Nw

How much is 3517 Alton Pl Nw, Washington, DC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3517 Alton Pl Nw, Washington, DC is $956,907 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $912,312 to $1,001,502. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3517 Alton Pl Nw, Washington, DC last sell?

3517 Alton Pl Nw, Washington, DC last sold on Nov 6, 2013 for $705,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 3517 Alton Pl Nw, Washington, DC?

3517 Alton Pl Nw, Washington, DC has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 950 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 3517 Alton Pl Nw, Washington, DC built?

3517 Alton Pl Nw, Washington, DC was built in 1939, making it 87 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 3517 Alton Pl Nw, Washington, DC?

3517 Alton Pl Nw, Washington, DC is assigned to Hearst Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Deal Middle School (middle), rated A+; Jackson-Reed High School (high), rated B+. All sit in District of Columbia Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3517 Alton Pl Nw, Washington, DC compare to other homes in Washington 20008?

Among the 7,458 homes in Washington 20008, it is worth more than 49% of them ($956,907 against a typical $1,068,013), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($1007 against a typical $661), it is bigger than 32% of them (950 ft² against a typical 1,486 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (3,384 ft² against a typical 1,089 ft²) and it is newer than 52% of them (1939 against a typical 1938). Measured against all of District of Columbia County, it is worth more than 76% 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 3517 Alton Pl Nw, Washington, DC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3517 Alton Pl Nw, Washington, DC was $8,326. The county assessed it at $979,570.

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