2831 Otis St NE, Washington, DC, 20018
About This Home
New price — a $50,000 improvement. Meticulously renovated 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath detached home in Woodridge — never occupied since renovation, offering turnkey quality that lives like new construction while keeping the character of a classic DC detached home. Designed by Todd H. Friedlander, AIA of ACG Architects and completed under full permits with city inspections. Improvements include a new HVAC system, new roof, new underground drainage, all-new plumbing, upgraded 200-amp electrical service, new insulation, new windows, wide-plank hardwood flooring, designer bathrooms, and a chef's kitchen with premium cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. The main level opens across spacious living and dining areas anchored by a wood-burning fireplace, with a gourmet kitchen, abundant natural light, and a powder room. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a walk-in closet and spa-inspired bath with soaking tub, joined by two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and upper-level laundry. The fully finished lower level adds a second kitchen, separate exterior entrance, bedroom, full bathroom, additional living space, and its own laundry. Outside: a large rear deck overlooking the expansive backyard, detached garage with EV charging station, covered carport parking, and alley access — all on an approximately 5,965-square-foot lot. Convenient to shopping, dining, parks, major commuter routes, and downtown Washington, DC. The property features a verified non-lead water service line with new service infrastructure. The surrounding area is benefiting from ongoing utility modernization, including Washington Gas's PROJECTpipes program. Square footage is approximate and should be independently verified by purchaser.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Excellent
- Year built: 1937
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Construction materials: Brick,CPVC/PVC,Frame
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 2026
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Microwave,Cooktop,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Oven,Oven/Range - Gas,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Washer,Washer/Dryer Stacked,Water Heater
- Laundry features: In Basement,Upper Level,Laundry Room
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished,Improved,Heated,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry
Bathroom2
- Level: Upper
Bathroom3
- Level: Lower
Bedroom2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom3
- Level: Upper
Bedroom4
- Level: Lower
Bedroom5
- Level: Lower
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: Main
Features
- 2nd Kitchen,Breakfast Area,Dining Area,Family Room Off Kitchen,Open Floorplan,Kitchen - Gourmet,Kitchen Island,Pantry,Primary Bath(s),Recessed Lighting,Upgraded Countertops,Walk-In Closet(s),Bar,Dry Wall,High Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 900
- Finished area above ground: 2,550
Half Bath
- Level: Main
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air,Natural Gas
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,450
- Total interior livable area: 3,450 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Laundry
- Level: Upper
Living Room
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: Lower
Primary Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Primary Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 4307//0072
- Zoning: R-1
- Zoning description: Residential Detached
- Special condition: Standard
- Exclusions: Staging Furniture,Artwork,Decorative Accessories,Mirrors Used For Staging Purposes,And All Non-permanently Attached Staging Items Are Excluded From The Sale.
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Deck,Porch
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Lot size: 6,098 sqft
- Features: Front Yard,Level,SideYard(s),Open Lot,Urban,Urban Land-Cristiana-Sunnysider
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Covered,Garage Faces Rear,Private,Paved,Secured,Enclosed,Detached,Detached Carport
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 2
- Carport: Yes
- Carport spaces: 1
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
- 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 | $6,067 | $72,804 |
| Home Insurance * | $260 | $3,120 |
| Property Taxes | $599 | $7,188 |
| Electricity | $285 | $3,431 |
| Total | $7,211 | $86,532 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
District of Columbia FAIR Plan Programs
District of Columbia Property Insurance Facility
Wildfire
Hail
WindHow Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-15 | Contingent | $1,199,900 |
| 2026-07-22 | Price change | $1,199,900 |
| 2026-06-08 | Listed for sale | $1,249,900 |
| 2024-08-28 | Sold | $399,000 |
| 2024-07-29 | Pending sale | $475,000 |
| 2024-07-16 | Price change | $475,000 |
| 2024-06-18 | Price change | $550,000 |
| 2024-06-16 | Listed for sale | $650,000 |
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