518 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, DC, 20001
About This Home
Welcome to 518 Columbia Road NW, a beautifully reimagined 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence in the heart of Park View, DC. Set on a prominent corner lot, this home offers exceptional curb appeal and a seamless blend of classic character with modern design. One of its standout features is the abundance of natural light, with windows at the front, rear, and along the side, something rarely found in DC row homes, creating a bright and airy feel throughout. The main level features an open-concept layout ideal for both everyday living and entertaining, centered around a luxurious kitchen with stunning waterfall countertops, sleek cabinetry, and high-end finishes that flow effortlessly into the living and dining areas. Upstairs, you’ll find two spacious bedrooms and a full bath, while just above the primary bedroom is a unique bonus level, perfect for a lounge space. The lower level adds incredible versatility, featuring a third bedroom, a separate living area, kitchenette, and walkout access to the driveway, along with a dedicated laundry area for added convenience. Completing the home is private, gated off-street parking, an incredibly rare find in DC, providing both security and ease. Located in vibrant Park View, just moments from neighborhood favorites, parks, and easy access to downtown DC, this home offers the perfect blend of style, functionality, and location. Reach out today for a private showing.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Excellent
- Year built: 1912
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Construction materials: Other
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 2025
Type & Style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subType: Townhouse
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry features: In Basement,Has Laundry
Basement
- Area: 588
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Features
- Finished area below ground: 588
- Finished area above ground: 1,176
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Heat Pump,Electric
- Cooling features: Central Air,Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,764
- Total interior livable area: 1,764 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 3051//0082
- Zoning: RF-1
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Heat Wave
- Cold Wave
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across District of Columbia Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $4,298 | $51,576 |
| Home Insurance * | $125 | $1,500 |
| Property Taxes | $424 | $5,088 |
| Electricity | $146 | $1,754 |
| Total | $4,993 | $59,916 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
District of Columbia FAIR Plan Programs
District of Columbia Property Insurance Facility
Wildfire
HailWindHow Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-29 | Price change | $899,000 |
| 2026-04-24 | Listed for sale | $925,000 |
| 2025-10-14 | Sold | $540,000 |
| 2025-08-22 | Contingent | $574,900 |
| 2025-08-14 | Price change | $574,900 |
| 2025-04-25 | Price change | $599,900 |
| 2025-04-01 | Price change | $614,900 |
| 2025-03-06 | Price change | $624,900 |
| 2025-02-08 | Price change | $649,900 |
| 2024-12-08 | Price change | $674,900 |
| 2024-10-12 | Listed for sale | $699,900 |
| 2015-12-07 | Sold | $480,125 |
| 2015-09-09 | Pending sale | $475,000 |
| 2015-09-02 | Listed for sale | $475,000 |
| 1999-05-07 | Sold | $100,000 |
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