5300 8TH St NW, Washington, DC 20011
- Beds
- 3
- Bath
- 1
- Sqft
- 2,048
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Overview
Petworth Fixer-Upper | End-Unit Rowhome w/ Garage, Parking & Walkout Basement Apartment Potential
Welcome to 5300 8th St NW, Washington, DC—a rare fixer-upper in Petworth offering exceptional investment potential and the opportunity to build equity in one of DC’s most desirable neighborhoods.
This end-unit townhouse features added privacy, extra natural light, and expanded living space with first and second-floor additions—a valuable advantage for both resale and long-term appreciation.
Full of character, the home still showcases original details that are increasingly hard to find, including pocket doors, vintage glass doorknobs, and a classic swinging door between the kitchen and dining room—perfect for buyers looking to restore and blend historic charm with modern updates.
The walkout basement with both rear and interior access creates excellent basement apartment or income-producing potential, ideal for investors, house hackers, or multigenerational living.
Hard-to-find features in DC include off-street parking plus a private garage—a true value add for convenience, resale, and rental appeal.
The property offers solid bones, spacious rooms, and a flexible layout, making it ideal for a full renovation, value-add project, or long-term investment.
Located in the heart of Petworth NW DC, enjoy close proximity to Metro, major commuter routes, parks, restaurants, and neighborhood amenities—a key driver for both lifestyle and future appreciation.
This is a probate sale (not a short sale). Sold as-is.
Perfect for investors, developers, or buyers ready to create their dream home—don’t miss this opportunity to unlock the full potential of this Petworth gem. Schedule your showing today!
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Full feature list
Basic info
- Property type
- Other residential
- Number of stories
- 2
- Number of bedrooms
- 3
- Number of bathrooms
- 1
- Square feet
- 2,048
- Lot size (acres)
- 0.05
- Year built
- 1923
Interior features
- Basement
- Yes, Finished
- Fireplaces
- 1
Utilities
- Heating
- Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Window Units
- Water
- Public Water
Taxes
- Tax Annual Amount (2026)
- $33,678
Public schools
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