Back on the Market—Buyer Got Cold Feet! Their Loss Is Your Opportunity! Welcome to 4956 Sargent Rd NE, a solid 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom gem nestled in the heart of DC’s coveted 20017 ZIP code. Just minutes from Fort Totten Metro, shopping, parks, and major commuter routes, this home offers the perfect blend of urban convenience and neighborhood charm. Inside, you’ll find a spacious layout with great bones, ideal for buyers eager to renovate and make it their own. Highlights include: Generously sized bedrooms, Full basement with potential, fenced backyard, Private rear parking—a rare find in DC! Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, savvy investor, or passionate renovator, this is a golden opportunity to build equity in a thriving community. Note: Some photos have been virtually staged to help you envision the possibilities. Don’t wait—schedule your showing today. This one won’t last!
TownhomeProperty Type
1950Year Built
2,340 sq ftLot Size
$484Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Mr. Kirk Chatman• Fairfax Realty Premier
This three-level duplex on Sargent Road features parking and requires updates, yet boasts several improvements over the years. Original hardwood floors lie beneath the carpeting on the main level, and the lower level has been thoughtfully renovated.
1 year ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Great property! Great potential! Homes needs updates!
12 months ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Eduardo Machado
Redfin Associate agent
Solid home requires full cosmetic updates; features a generously sized backyard.
1 year ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Terrance Hunter
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 4956 Sargent Rd NE
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #DCDC2215126
Jan 14, 2026
Sold
$455,000
$421/sq ft
Dec 15, 2025
Pending
—
Oct 10, 2025
Contingent
—
Sep 11, 2025
Relisted
—
Aug 29, 2025
Pending
—
Aug 29, 2025
Relisted
—
Aug 28, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Aug 12, 2025
Listed
$450,000
$417/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DCDC2133212
Jun 25, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Sep 9, 2024
Contingent
—
Aug 19, 2024
Relisted
—
Jul 26, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Jun 6, 2024
Price Changed
$450,000
$417/sq ft
Jun 6, 2024
Relisted
—
May 28, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Apr 25, 2024
Price Changed
$400,000
$370/sq ft
Apr 16, 2024
Relisted
—
Apr 12, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Apr 9, 2024
Listed
$450,000
$417/sq ft
Mar 19, 2024
Coming Soon
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Public Records
Jan 21, 1974
Sold
$24,950
$23/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,069 (+6.7%)
$314,030 + $142,840
$456,870
2024
$2,875 (+9.0%)
$309,280 + $141,590
$450,870
2023
$2,637 (−23.7%)
$307,730 + $133,960
$441,690
2022
$3,456 (+54.6%)
$300,500 + $133,460
$433,960
2021
$2,235 (+48.6%)
$284,080 + $122,470
$406,550
2020
$1,504 (+61.9%)
$279,890 + $112,090
$391,980
2019
$929 (+4.3%)
$252,160 + $109,380
$361,540
2018
$891 (+9.6%)
$231,540 + $108,150
$339,690
2017
$813 (+9.6%)
$231,540 + $108,150
$339,690
2016
$742 (+9.8%)
$216,470 + $94,980
$311,450
2015
$676 (+9.2%)
$159,100 + $72,570
$231,670
2014
$619 (+0.5%)
$143,700 + $72,290
$215,990
2013
$616 (−6.6%)
$143,700 + $72,290
$215,990
2012
$660 (−6.3%)
$144,380 + $69,660
$214,040
2011
$704 (+10.0%)
$144,710 + $77,970
$222,680
2010
$640 (+10.0%)
$159,990 + $83,930
$243,920
2009
$582
$169,600 + $90,790
$260,390
Tax history for 4956 Sargent Rd NE
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,069 (+6.7%)
$314,030 + $142,840
$456,870
2024
$2,875 (+9.0%)
$309,280 + $141,590
$450,870
2023
$2,637 (−23.7%)
$307,730 + $133,960
$441,690
2022
$3,456 (+54.6%)
$300,500 + $133,460
$433,960
2021
$2,235 (+48.6%)
$284,080 + $122,470
$406,550
2020
$1,504 (+61.9%)
$279,890 + $112,090
$391,980
2019
$929 (+4.3%)
$252,160 + $109,380
$361,540
2018
$891 (+9.6%)
$231,540 + $108,150
$339,690
2017
$813 (+9.6%)
$231,540 + $108,150
$339,690
2016
$742 (+9.8%)
$216,470 + $94,980
$311,450
2015
$676 (+9.2%)
$159,100 + $72,570
$231,670
2014
$619 (+0.5%)
$143,700 + $72,290
$215,990
2013
$616 (−6.6%)
$143,700 + $72,290
$215,990
2012
$660 (−6.3%)
$144,380 + $69,660
$214,040
2011
$704 (+10.0%)
$144,710 + $77,970
$222,680
2010
$640 (+10.0%)
$159,990 + $83,930
$243,920
2009
$582
$169,600 + $90,790
$260,390
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2,340 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,080
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
District of Columbia
APN
3912 0020
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 29, 2026.
R-2
Residential House Zone 2
The purpose of the R-2 zone is to: Provide for areas with semi-detached houses; and Protect these areas from invasion by denser types of residential development.; The R-2 zone is intended to provide for areas predominantly developed with semi-detached houses on moderately sized lots that also contain some detached houses.
Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Not Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
In City Limits
Directions: Please use navigation
Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,080
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 2,340 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: District of Columbia
APN: 3912 0020
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 29, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Bunker Hill Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
Brookland Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
4/10
Dunbar High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.1mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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