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$693,408$542 / 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 89How 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 $380,000 on May 31, 2005

431 EMERSON ST NW

WASHINGTON, DC 20011
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,280 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.
2,800 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1928
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

$693K
$620K low$767K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$380,000 · May 31, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,593 (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.$685,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$477,960
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$207,040
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$680,470
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$685,000

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Row House
CountyDistrict Of Columbia
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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 · 335 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
Barnard Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.2 mi
M
MacFarland Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Roosevelt High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: District of Columbia Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20011These 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.69
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 100.39

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.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.68,016
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13,150 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$111,669
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$147,497
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

431 Emerson 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Washington 20011
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Brightwood Park / Crestwood / Petworth / 16th Street Heights
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Brightwood Park / Crestwood / Petworth / 16th Street Heights
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Brightwood Park / Crestwood / Petworth / 16th Street Heights

What homes are worth in Washington 20011

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

This home
$223K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 64% of homes in Washington 20011.

How it measures up in Washington 20011

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Washington 20011.

Estimated value$693,408
CheaperTypical $608,264Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$542
CheaperTypical $437Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area1,280 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size2,800 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,091 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1928
OlderTypical 1929Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 431 Emerson St Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrightwood Park / Crestwood / Petworth / 16th Street HeightsWashington 20011District of Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$693,40849% of homes64% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$54273% of homes81% of homes51% of homes
Living areabigger than1,280 ft²31% of homes40% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,800 ft²74% of homes69% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than192865% of homes48% of homes38% of homes

About 431 Emerson St Nw

How much is 431 Emerson St Nw, Washington, DC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 431 Emerson St Nw, Washington, DC is $693,408 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $619,645 to $767,171. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 431 Emerson St Nw, Washington, DC last sell?

431 Emerson St Nw, Washington, DC last sold on May 31, 2005 for $380,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 431 Emerson St Nw, Washington, DC?

431 Emerson St Nw, Washington, DC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,280 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 431 Emerson St Nw, Washington, DC built?

431 Emerson St Nw, Washington, DC was built in 1928, making it 98 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 431 Emerson St Nw, Washington, DC?

431 Emerson St Nw, Washington, DC is assigned to Barnard Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; MacFarland Middle School (middle), rated B+; Roosevelt High School (high), rated C. All sit in District of Columbia Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 431 Emerson St Nw, Washington, DC compare to other homes in Washington 20011?

Among the 17,661 homes in Washington 20011, it is worth more than 64% of them ($693,408 against a typical $608,264), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($542 against a typical $437), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,280 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (2,800 ft² against a typical 2,091 ft²) and it is newer than 48% of them (1928 against a typical 1929). Measured against all of District of Columbia County, it is worth more than 61% 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 431 Emerson St Nw, Washington, DC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 431 Emerson St Nw, Washington, DC was $1,593. The county assessed it at $685,000.

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