Located on a picturesque treelined street in the heart of Spring Valley, this stately brick Georgian residence boats 6 Bedrooms, 4 full and 2 half Bathrooms across 4 stories of elegant living spaces. Thoughtfully designed with sun-filled interiors, hardwood floors, gracious formal rooms, a spacious eat-in kitchen with walk-in pantry, and a finished lower level. Set on a beautifully landscaped quarter-acre lot with a private backyard and garage parking, this exceptional home is just moments from Spring Valley's shops, restaurants, parks, Sibley Hospital, and major commuter routes.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
10,848 sq ftLot Size
$699Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Liz Dangio• Washington Fine Properties, LLC
•202-944-5000 (broker)
•info@wfp.com (broker)
Bought with Eileen McGrath• Washington Fine Properties, LLC
•202-944-5000 (broker)
•info@wfp.com (broker)
Bought with Kathleen McGrath• Washington Fine Properties, LLC
Est. $8,992 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 3730 Fordham Rd NW
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #DCDC2273932
Aug 13, 2026
Sold
$3,650,000
$699/sq ft
Jul 21, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 20, 2026
Coming Soon
$3,650,000
$699/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DCDC2134364
Mar 27, 2024
Sold
$3,120,000
$598/sq ft
Mar 27, 2024
Listed
$3,120,000
$598/sq ft
This stately, brick, Georgian-style home in prestigious Spring Valley offers elegance and comfort with its 6 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, and a wealth of desirable features, including large windows, hardwood floors, and a spacious backyard. Perched on a gentle slope, this grand residence is perfectly situated to capture bright sunlight throughout the day, providing a sense of privacy and elegance. The spacious layout includes rooms ideal for both entertaining and everyday living. The main level features a formal entry, an elegant living room, and dining rooms with beautiful moldings and wainscoting. The inviting eat-in kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, ample counter space, a large walk-in pantry, and views of the private yard. Upstairs, the bright and welcoming primary bedroom offers generous proportions, an en-suite bathroom, and an enviable walk-in closet. Five additional bedrooms, each providing privacy and comfort, complete this home. The finished lower level provides additional living and storage space. With a total of 4,895 square feet of finished living space, this home proudly occupies a quarter-acre lot, offering an impressive footprint. Just blocks away from Spring Valley’s shops, restaurants, and local parks, this location provides convenient access to major commuter routes, bus lines, biking trails, and Sibley Hospital.
Public Records
Nov 9, 2017
Sold
$2,300,000
$441/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$25,969 (+22.9%)
$971,000 + $2,101,590
$3,072,590
2025
$21,138 (+5.2%)
$971,000 + $2,101,590
$3,072,590
2024
$20,102 (+3.1%)
$956,250 + $1,572,940
$2,529,190
2023
$19,491 (+5.0%)
$951,480 + $1,500,540
$2,452,020
2022
$18,555 (+0.9%)
$950,180 + $1,426,930
$2,377,110
2021
$18,389 (+1.8%)
$913,080 + $1,348,540
$2,261,620
2020
$18,071 (+1.6%)
$903,860 + $1,335,870
$2,239,730
2019
$17,784 (+7.3%)
$857,320 + $1,309,740
$2,167,060
2018
$16,575 (−2.5%)
$841,800 + $1,181,540
$2,023,340
2017
$16,992 (+4.0%)
$791,800 + $1,207,270
$1,999,070
2016
$16,340 (+2.3%)
$791,800 + $1,207,270
$1,999,070
2015
$15,969 (+2.4%)
$770,530 + $1,108,160
$1,878,690
2014
$15,602 (+2.0%)
$738,210 + $1,097,410
$1,835,620
2013
$15,297 (−1.3%)
$738,210 + $1,097,410
$1,835,620
2012
$15,497 (−2.2%)
$739,510 + $1,060,080
$1,799,590
2011
$15,854 (−0.8%)
$652,620 + $1,170,600
$1,823,220
2010
$15,985
$655,440 + $1,209,700
$1,865,140
2009
$15,975
$670,620 + $1,209,970
$1,880,590
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
6
Baths
5
Stories
2.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,848 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1989
Sq. Ft.
3,326
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
District of Columbia
APN
1471 0009
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 24, 2026.
R-1A
Residential House Zone 1A
The purposes of the R-1A and R-1B zones are to: Protect quiet residential areas now developed with detached houses and adjoining vacant areas likely to be developed for those purposes; and Stabilize the residential areas and promote a suitable environment for family life.; The R-1A zone is intended to provide for areas predominantly developed with detached houses on large lots.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Religious facility
Hospital / medical center
Housing-Group
Housing-Senior
Public service
Educational/school
Recreation
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Oversized, Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 5
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 3
Attached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On 2nd Upper Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 2nd Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 4
# of Bathrooms (Half) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 3
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Fully Finished, Garage Access
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1438
Improvement Assessed Value: $2,101,590
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $971,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 4,141
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 359
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,079
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $21,138
Tax Assessed Value: $3,072,590
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $21,138
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: HARDY
High School: WILSON SENIOR
School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Middle School Source: 3rd Party
High School Source: 3rd Party
School District Source: 3rd Party
Location Information
In City Limits
Directions: On Fordham Road between Rodman and Quebec Streets NW.
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,326
Stories: 2.5
Lot Size: 10,848 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 1989
County: District of Columbia
APN: 1471 0009
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Mann Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
10/10
Hardy Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
9/10
MacArthur High School
Public 9-10 • Assigned • 2.3mi
5/10
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