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$1,211,958$413 / 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 89How 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 $1,245,000 on May 14, 2024

5920 16TH ST NW

WASHINGTON, DC 20011
4
Beds
5 / 2
Baths
2,932 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1937
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
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

$1.2M
$1.1M low$1.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,245,000 · May 14, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,775 (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.$1,239,870 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$524,620
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$715,250
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,231,620
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,239,870

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.2003
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Slate
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 · 120 ft²

Transaction History(9)

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
John Lewis Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 1.3 mi
M
MacFarland Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Roosevelt High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: District of Columbia Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20011These 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.69
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 100.39

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.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.68,016
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13,150 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$111,669
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$147,497
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

5920 16th St 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 95% of homes in Washington 20011
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Brightwood Park / Crestwood / Petworth / 16th Street Heights
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Brightwood Park / Crestwood / Petworth / 16th Street Heights
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Brightwood Park / Crestwood / Petworth / 16th Street Heights
  • Newer than 82% of homes in Brightwood Park / Crestwood / Petworth / 16th Street Heights

What homes are worth in Washington 20011

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

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$226K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Washington 20011.

How it measures up in Washington 20011

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Washington 20011.

Estimated value$1,211,958
CheaperTypical $614,491Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$413
CheaperTypical $446Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area2,932 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,404 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 2,134 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1937
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 68% of homes nearby

How 5920 16th St Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrightwood Park / Crestwood / Petworth / 16th Street HeightsWashington 20011District of Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,211,95893% of homes95% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$41324% of homes36% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than2,932 ft²95% of homes95% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac89% of homes88% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than193782% of homes68% of homes47% of homes

About 5920 16th St Nw

How much is 5920 16th St Nw, Washington, DC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5920 16th St Nw, Washington, DC is $1,211,958 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,078,961 to $1,344,955. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5920 16th St Nw, Washington, DC last sell?

5920 16th St Nw, Washington, DC last sold on May 14, 2024 for $1,245,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5920 16th St Nw, Washington, DC?

5920 16th St Nw, Washington, DC has 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 2,932 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 5920 16th St Nw, Washington, DC built?

5920 16th St Nw, Washington, DC was built in 1937, making it 89 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 5920 16th St Nw, Washington, DC?

5920 16th St Nw, Washington, DC is assigned to John Lewis Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; MacFarland Middle School (middle), rated B; Roosevelt High School (high), rated D. All sit in District of Columbia Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5920 16th St Nw, Washington, DC compare to other homes in Washington 20011?

Among the 17,669 homes in Washington 20011, it is worth more than 95% of them ($1,211,958 against a typical $614,491), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($413 against a typical $446), it is bigger than 95% of them (2,932 ft² against a typical 1,404 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 2,134 ft²) and it is newer than 68% of them (1937 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of District of Columbia County, it is worth more than 85% 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 5920 16th St Nw, Washington, DC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5920 16th St Nw, Washington, DC was $9,775. The county assessed it at $1,239,870.

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