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$885,461$272 / 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 87How 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 $142,360 on May 18, 2017

520 FERN PL NW

WASHINGTON, DC 20012
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,250 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1936
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$885K
$770K 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.$142,360 · May 18, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,998 (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.$913,260 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$467,670
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$445,590
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$903,820
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$913,260

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
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.1986
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
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.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Takoma Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Coolidge High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Ida B. Wells Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi

District: District of Columbia Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20012These 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.36
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.94%
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.6.3%
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.16,515
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,494 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$136,847
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$173,195
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

520 Fern 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 92% of homes in Takoma / Brightwood / Manor Park
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Takoma / Brightwood / Manor Park
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Takoma / Brightwood / Manor Park
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in District of Columbia County
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Takoma / Brightwood / Manor Park

What homes are worth in Washington 20012

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

This home
$270K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Washington 20012.

How it measures up in Washington 20012

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Washington 20012.

Estimated value$885,461
CheaperTypical $746,994Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$272
CheaperTypical $474Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area3,250 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,646 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built1936
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 520 Fern Pl Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTakoma / Brightwood / Manor ParkWashington 20012District of Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$885,46192% of homes59% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2722% of homes2% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than3,250 ft²96% of homes94% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac97% of homes94% of homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than193665% of homes42% of homes45% of homes

About 520 Fern Pl Nw

How much is 520 Fern Pl Nw, Washington, DC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 520 Fern Pl Nw, Washington, DC is $885,461 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $770,029 to $1,000,893. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 520 Fern Pl Nw, Washington, DC last sell?

520 Fern Pl Nw, Washington, DC last sold on May 18, 2017 for $142,360, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 520 Fern Pl Nw, Washington, DC?

520 Fern Pl Nw, Washington, DC has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,250 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 520 Fern Pl Nw, Washington, DC built?

520 Fern Pl Nw, Washington, DC was built in 1936, making it 90 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 520 Fern Pl Nw, Washington, DC?

520 Fern Pl Nw, Washington, DC is assigned to Takoma Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Coolidge High School (high), rated C; Ida B. Wells Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in District of Columbia Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 520 Fern Pl Nw, Washington, DC compare to other homes in Washington 20012?

Among the 4,640 homes in Washington 20012, it is worth more than 59% of them ($885,461 against a typical $746,994), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($272 against a typical $474), it is bigger than 94% of them (3,250 ft² against a typical 1,646 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1936 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of District of Columbia County, it is worth more than 74% 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 520 Fern Pl Nw, Washington, DC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 520 Fern Pl Nw, Washington, DC was $2,998. The county assessed it at $913,260.

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