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$320,416$286 / 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

5218 AMES ST NE

WASHINGTON, DC 20019
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,121 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.
1935
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$320K
$291K low$350K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$604 (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.$319,730 (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.$162,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$311,860
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$319,730

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.1950
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Builtup (layered Asphalt)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Radiant
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

Transaction History(3)

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.

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%

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How this home compares

5218 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 86% of homes in District of Columbia County
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in District of Columbia County
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Capitol View / Marshall Heights / Benning Heights
  • Older than 95% 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$585K

This home is worth more than 40% 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$320,416
CheaperTypical $343,652Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$286
CheaperTypical $303Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area1,121 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,152 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 2,657 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1935
OlderTypical 1947Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 5218 Ames St Ne ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCapitol View / Marshall Heights / Benning HeightsWashington 20019District of Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$320,41642% of homes40% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28656% of homes41% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than1,121 ft²40% of homes47% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac88% of homes81% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than19355% of homes12% of homes44% of homes

About 5218 Ames St Ne

How much is 5218 Ames St Ne, Washington, DC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5218 Ames St Ne, Washington, DC is $320,416 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $291,099 to $349,733. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5218 Ames St Ne, Washington, DC last sell?

5218 Ames St Ne, Washington, DC last sold on Aug 11, 1998, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5218 Ames St Ne, Washington, DC?

5218 Ames St Ne, Washington, DC has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,121 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 5218 Ames St Ne, Washington, DC built?

5218 Ames St Ne, Washington, DC was built in 1935, making it 91 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5218 Ames St Ne, Washington, DC?

5218 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 5218 Ames St Ne, Washington, DC compare to other homes in Washington 20019?

Among the 13,472 homes in Washington 20019, it is worth more than 40% of them ($320,416 against a typical $343,652), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($286 against a typical $303), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,121 ft² against a typical 1,152 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 2,657 ft²) and it is newer than 12% of them (1935 against a typical 1947). Measured against all of District of Columbia County, it is worth more than 14% 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 5218 Ames St Ne, Washington, DC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5218 Ames St Ne, Washington, DC was $604. The county assessed it at $319,730.

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