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$802,530$457 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

521 FERN PL NW

WASHINGTON, DC 20012
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,758 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1929
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

$803K
$729K low$876K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,771 (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.$851,680 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$459,230
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$392,450
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$851,680
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$851,680

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.0.24
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Tile
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 160 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
Takoma Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Coolidge High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 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

521 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 86% of homes in Takoma / Brightwood / Manor Park
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Takoma / Brightwood / Manor Park
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Takoma / Brightwood / Manor Park
  • Older than 72% of homes in Washington 20012

What homes are worth in Washington 20012

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

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$292K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 55% 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$802,530
CheaperTypical $764,832Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$457
CheaperTypical $472Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area1,758 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,646 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1929
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 521 Fern Pl Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTakoma / Brightwood / Manor ParkWashington 20012District of Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$802,53086% of homes55% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$45764% of homes43% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than1,758 ft²78% of homes56% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac98% of homes92% of homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than192939% of homes28% of homes40% of homes

About 521 Fern Pl Nw

How much is 521 Fern Pl Nw, Washington, DC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 Fern Pl Nw, Washington, DC is $802,530 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $728,580 to $876,480. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 Fern Pl Nw, Washington, DC last sell?

521 Fern Pl Nw, Washington, DC last sold on Sep 23, 2015, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 521 Fern Pl Nw, Washington, DC?

521 Fern Pl Nw, Washington, DC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,758 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 521 Fern Pl Nw, Washington, DC built?

521 Fern Pl Nw, Washington, DC was built in 1929, making it 97 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 521 Fern Pl Nw, Washington, DC?

521 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 521 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 55% of them ($802,530 against a typical $764,832), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($457 against a typical $472), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,758 ft² against a typical 1,646 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1929 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of District of Columbia County, it is worth more than 69% 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 521 Fern Pl Nw, Washington, DC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 521 Fern Pl Nw, Washington, DC was $2,771. The county assessed it at $851,680.

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