1319 DECATUR ST NW Washington, DC 20011 Open Sat 2PM-4PM

UPDATED: 10/09/2025 12:13 AM ON MARKET: 2 days on market

Listed by Mary L McDowell • Compass

$849,000

4 Beds3 Baths2,620 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,620 sqft

Price per Sqft $324

Subdivision 16Th Street Heights

MLS Listing ID DCDC2226420

Style Cape Cod

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 3

HOA Y/N N

Abv Grd Liv Area 1,733

Year Built 1950

Annual Tax Amount $7,170

Tax Year 2025

Lot Size 4,314 Sqft

Acres 0.1

Property Sub-Type Detached

Source BRIGHT

Property Description

Welcome to this lovely and spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath Cape Cod nestled on a picturesque corner lot in the heart of historic 16th Street Heights. Set along leafy Decatur Street, this home offers timeless charm, modern convenience, and an inviting sense of community.

Step inside to beautifully finished oak floors that flow throughout the home. The welcoming living room features a working fireplace that creates a warm and comfortable atmosphere. The kitchen boasts granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a gas stove, and a large walk-in pantry—perfect for everyday living and entertaining.

The main level includes a bright living area, dining room, full bath, and two bedrooms, providing flexibility for a guest room or home office. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms connected by a convenient Jack and Jill bathroom.

The lower level offers high ceilings, plenty of natural light, and excellent potential—ideal for storage, a recreation room, or a future finished suite. Outside, enjoy a generous yard, driveway, and detached garage for convenient off-street parking.

The large and beautiful yard is a gardener's dream, and the front features a very productive peach tree!

Located in one of DC's most desirable neighborhoods, 16th Street Heights is known for its tree-lined streets, historic homes, and strong community feel. Local favorites such as Highlands Café & Bar, Zeke's Coffee, Casa Mia, Catrachitos, and Atxondo are just a short stroll away. A few blocks north, Moreland's Tavern and additional dining and shopping options line 14th Street. Exciting neighborhood developments are also underway, including the renovation of the nearby bus depot—soon to feature retail, cultural, and performance spaces, as well as a grocery store. Easy public transportation options are at your door and it is just a half mile to the Petworth Metro.

This home combines the best of classic architecture, modern comfort, and neighborhood charm—a perfect place to call home in Washington, DC,. Live well, do well, live here.