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$377,975$312 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $105,000 on Feb 21, 1995

5216 AMES ST NE

WASHINGTON, DC 20019
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,212 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
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

$378K
$345K low$411K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$105,000 · Feb 21, 1995
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$302,975
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$242,380
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.21%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$50,000
PENTAGON FCU · E · recorded Apr 24, 2006
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$25,000
PENTAGON FCU

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,648 (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.$405,910 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$157,730
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$248,180
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$405,910
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$405,910

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.0.10
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Builtup (layered Asphalt)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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 · 187 ft²

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

M
Kelly Miller Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
H
H.D. Woodson High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Burrville Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.7 mi

District: District of Columbia Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20019These 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.130
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.60,956
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.9,498 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,014
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,915
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

5216 Ames St Ne 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 less than 76% of homes in District of Columbia County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in District of Columbia County
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Capitol View / Marshall Heights / Benning Heights
  • Older than 98% of homes in Capitol View / Marshall Heights / Benning Heights

What homes are worth in Washington 20019

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

This home
$110K$602K

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Washington 20019.

How it measures up in Washington 20019

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Washington 20019.

Estimated value$377,975
CheaperTypical $343,668Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$312
CheaperTypical $302Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,212 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,152 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 2,614 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1947Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 5216 Ames St Ne ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCapitol View / Marshall Heights / Benning HeightsWashington 20019District of Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$377,97566% of homes65% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31268% of homes55% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than1,212 ft²51% of homes57% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac89% of homes81% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than19302% of homes11% of homes41% of homes

About 5216 Ames St Ne

How much is 5216 Ames St Ne, Washington, DC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5216 Ames St Ne, Washington, DC is $377,975 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $345,223 to $410,727. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5216 Ames St Ne, Washington, DC last sell?

5216 Ames St Ne, Washington, DC last sold on Feb 21, 1995 for $105,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5216 Ames St Ne, Washington, DC?

5216 Ames St Ne, Washington, DC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,212 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 5216 Ames St Ne, Washington, DC built?

5216 Ames St Ne, Washington, DC was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5216 Ames St Ne, Washington, DC?

5216 Ames St Ne, Washington, DC is assigned to Kelly Miller Middle School (middle), rated D+; H.D. Woodson High School (high), rated C-; Burrville Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in District of Columbia Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5216 Ames St Ne, Washington, DC compare to other homes in Washington 20019?

Among the 13,470 homes in Washington 20019, it is worth more than 65% of them ($377,975 against a typical $343,668), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($312 against a typical $302), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,212 ft² against a typical 1,152 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 2,614 ft²) and it is newer than 11% of them (1930 against a typical 1947). Measured against all of District of Columbia County, it is worth more than 24% 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 5216 Ames St Ne, Washington, DC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5216 Ames St Ne, Washington, DC was $2,648. The county assessed it at $405,910.

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