Conveniently located in the sought-after Shaw neighborhood, this classic bay front Victorian rowhome was originally built in 1900 and has been updated for today’s modern living while preserving its historic charm. Nearly 1,800SF across two levels, this home also includes off-street parking and inviting outdoor space. Perfect for entertaining both inside and out, the main level features a spacious Living Room and formal Dining Room with elegant details including 10 ft. ceilings, two fireplaces, bay front window, built-ins, hardwood floors, and exposed brick wall. The chef’s Kitchen (updated in 2019) includes an eat-in breakfast bar, modern gray cabinets, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The Powder Room and Laundry Closet complete the main level. The second level includes the Primary Bedroom with large closet and bay window, two additional Bedrooms, full Bath, large hall closet with organizers, and skylight. Lovely outdoor space including a rear brick patio (resurfaced in 2020) with secured off-street parking and plant beds, as well as a landscaped and fenced front yard with brick walkway. Experience the vibrant Shaw community while enjoying easy access to public transportation, downtown DC, and an abundance of shops and restaurants. HVAC replaced in 2023 and new washer/dryer in 2022.
TownhomeProperty Type
1900Year Built
1,372 sq ftLot Size
$536Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Jaci Appel• Washington Fine Properties, LLC
•202-944-5000 (broker)
•info@wfp.com (broker)
Bought with Phil Snedegar• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
•202-608-1880 (broker)
•capitolhill@penfedrealty.com (broker)
Source:BRIGHT MLS #DCDC2149276
Redfin Estimate
$940,762
$34K since sold in December 2024$1,000 since July
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This home's estimate is 1.1% higher than the average sale price ($931K) of 6 comparable homes.
very nice home in good condition, awesome rear yard
7 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
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Sale history for 409 R St NW
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Dec 30, 2024
Sold
$975,000
$555/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DCDC2149276
Jul 31, 2024
Sold
$975,000
$555/sq ft
Jul 25, 2024
Pending
—
Jul 20, 2024
Contingent
—
Jul 11, 2024
Listed
$975,000
$555/sq ft
Jul 10, 2024
Coming Soon
$975,000
$555/sq ft
+14
Conveniently located in the sought-after Shaw neighborhood, this classic bay front Victorian rowhome was originally built in 1900 and has been updated for today’s modern living while preserving its historic charm. Nearly 1,800SF across two levels, this home also includes off-street parking and inviting outdoor space. Perfect for entertaining both inside and out, the main level features a spacious Living Room and formal Dining Room with elegant details including 10 ft. ceilings, two fireplaces, bay front window, built-ins, hardwood floors, and exposed brick wall. The chef’s Kitchen (updated in 2019) includes an eat-in breakfast bar, modern gray cabinets, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The Powder Room and Laundry Closet complete the main level. The second level includes the Primary Bedroom with large closet and bay window, two additional Bedrooms, full Bath, large hall closet with organizers, and skylight. Lovely outdoor space including a rear brick patio (resurfaced in 2020) with secured off-street parking and plant beds, as well as a landscaped and fenced front yard with brick walkway. Experience the vibrant Shaw community while enjoying easy access to public transportation, downtown DC, and an abundance of shops and restaurants. HVAC replaced in 2023 and new washer/dryer in 2022.
BRIGHT MLS #DCDC431768
Jul 23, 2019
Sold
$890,000
$507/sq ft
Jul 1, 2019
Pending
—
Jun 30, 2019
Contingent
—
Jun 20, 2019
Listed
$899,000
$512/sq ft
+20
Rare opportunity to acquire this elegant bay front, Victorian in this coveted Shaw location. Contemporary urban living with off-street parking! Features include: stunning granite kitchen, 10 ft ceilings, skylight, 2 fireplaces, built-ins, double pane windows, gorgeous hardwood floors and lovely rear garden and patio. Light filled Master, suspended in trees with den/office space, renovated travertine bathroom and southern exposure flooding the house with natural light. This exciting location is around the corner from the metro, O Street Market, U & 14th Street corridors and the countless shopping and restaurant venues.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning
RF-1
Residential Flat Zone 1
The purpose of the RF-1 zone is to provide for areas predominantly developed with row houses on small lots within which no more than two dwelling units are permitted.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Religious facility
Healthcare
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Student
Public service
Educational/school
Library
Recreation
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 1
# of 1/2 Baths: 1
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Forced Air
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 6
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Very Good
Construction Type: Masonry
Building Construction Quality: Good
Exterior Wall: Brick
Roof Shape Type: Flat
Building Type: Row Type
Property Information
Subdivision Name: SQUARE
Living Sq. Ft: 1,756
Building Sq. Ft: 1,756
# of Units: 1
# of Stories: 2
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 1,372
Legal Lot Number: 5
Legal Block Number: 507
Municipality Name: OLD CITY NO 2
Acres: 0.0315
Zoning Code: RF1
County Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY ROW
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,756
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1,372 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 2006
County: District of Columbia
APN: 0507 0005
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 29, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Seaton Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
6/10
Cardozo Education Campus
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
3/10
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