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$1,358,547$552 / 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 98How 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
Last sold for $807,500 on Jul 9, 2007

5521 CAROLINA PL NW

WASHINGTON, DC 20016
4
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,460 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.
0.12 ac
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.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.4M
$1.3M low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$807,500 · Jul 9, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,112 (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.$1,279,550 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$742,030
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$537,520
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,261,720
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,279,550

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.2020
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 72 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Key Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
MacArthur High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
M
Hardy Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi

District: District of Columbia Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20016These 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.58
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.35

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.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,707
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,033 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$163,956
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$223,672
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

5521 Carolina 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 88% of homes in District of Columbia County
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Palisades / Wesley Heights / Foxhall Crescent / Foxhall Village / Georgetown Reservoir
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in District of Columbia County
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in District of Columbia County
  • Older than 83% of homes in Washington 20016

What homes are worth in Washington 20016

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

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$230K$4.5M

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Washington 20016.

How it measures up in Washington 20016

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Washington 20016.

Estimated value$1,358,547
CheaperTypical $1,190,473Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$552
CheaperTypical $654Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area2,460 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,650 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 3,615 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1928
OlderTypical 1942Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 5521 Carolina Pl Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalisades / Wesley Heights / Foxhall Crescent / Foxhall Village / Georgetown ReservoirWashington 20016District of Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,358,54740% of homes60% of homes88% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$55216% of homes30% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than2,460 ft²59% of homes76% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac49% of homes69% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than192818% of homes17% of homes38% of homes

About 5521 Carolina Pl Nw

How much is 5521 Carolina Pl Nw, Washington, DC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5521 Carolina Pl Nw, Washington, DC is $1,358,547 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,332,153 to $1,384,941. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5521 Carolina Pl Nw, Washington, DC last sell?

5521 Carolina Pl Nw, Washington, DC last sold on Jul 9, 2007 for $807,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5521 Carolina Pl Nw, Washington, DC?

5521 Carolina Pl Nw, Washington, DC has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,460 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 5521 Carolina Pl Nw, Washington, DC built?

5521 Carolina Pl Nw, Washington, DC was built in 1928, making it 98 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5521 Carolina Pl Nw, Washington, DC?

5521 Carolina Pl Nw, Washington, DC is assigned to Key Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; MacArthur High School (high), rated C+; Hardy Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in District of Columbia Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5521 Carolina Pl Nw, Washington, DC compare to other homes in Washington 20016?

Among the 10,946 homes in Washington 20016, it is worth more than 60% of them ($1,358,547 against a typical $1,190,473), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($552 against a typical $654), it is bigger than 76% of them (2,460 ft² against a typical 1,650 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 3,615 ft²) and it is newer than 17% of them (1928 against a typical 1942). Measured against all of District of Columbia County, it is worth more than 88% 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 5521 Carolina Pl Nw, Washington, DC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5521 Carolina Pl Nw, Washington, DC was $10,112. The county assessed it at $1,279,550.

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