In a neighborhood where many buyers are choosing between individual condos, 32 Bates Street NW offers something far more compelling: the entire building. This updated two-unit property features- Unit B on the main/walkout level and Unit A on the upper level, with each residence offering 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, washer/dryer, central air, and comfortable living space. Both units also include interior stair access to their own section of the full basement, each with an additional half bath, creating useful separation, storage, and future flexibility. Updated within the last five years and maintained in good condition, this is a rare D.C. opportunity with both immediate usability and long-term upside. The investment story is just as strong as the lifestyle story. Live in one unit and rent the other, lease both, or hold the property as a well-positioned multifamily asset in one of the city’s most consistently desirable rental corridors. One unit is projected to rent for approximately $2,000 per month, offering meaningful income potential from day one. Additional upgrades or capital improvements to the property similar to the featured images could demand a huge increase in rents. A private backyard adds valuable outdoor space, while the rear of the property may also offer potential for off-street parking, similar to other nearby properties. With two updated residences, divided basement access, central air, in-unit laundry, and flexible use options, this building is designed for the buyer who understands that the best real estate decisions often serve more than one purpose. The location is the closer. From Bates Street, you are within walking distance to Shaw-Howard University Metro on the Green/Yellow Line, approximately 0.4 miles away, and NoMa-Gallaudet U/New York Ave Metro on the Red Line, approximately 0.6 miles away, with Metrobus access just steps away for easy movement throughout downtown D.C. Everyday convenience is all around you, with Trader Joe’s, Harris Teeter, Giant Food, Uncle Chip’s, Big Bear Cafe, DC Smokehouse, Pub & the People, Union Market, the Farmers Market, Domestique Wine Shop, restaurants, shops, cafés, and neighborhood essentials all nearby. Close to the U Street Corridor, H Street NE, Union Station, Shaw, NoMa, Bloomingdale, and downtown Washington, and near educational institutions including Mundo Verde Bilingual Public Charter School, Dunbar High School, and Howard University, this is more than a duplex — it is a whole-building opportunity in the heart of a location people continue to seek out, rent in, and invest in. To help visualize the potential, select images include virtual staging and renovation inspiration concepts. These renderings are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the current condition of the home.
For sale
$799,997
32 Bates St NW, Washington, DC 20001
4beds
2,012sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1924
1,488 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$398/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Central airPrivate backyardComfortable living spaceHardwood floorsStainless steel appliances
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Listed by:
Cedric Stewart 301-251-1221,
Keller Williams Capital Properties
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2266912
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 198
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,062
- Total interior livable area: 2,012 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,864
- Finished area below ground: 148
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,488 Square Feet
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 0615//0251
- Zoning: RF-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Other, Brick/Mortar
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Public Septic
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Truxton Circle
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $398/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $797,240
- Annual tax amount: $6,883
- Date on market: 6/6/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $799,997$398/sqft |
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| 3/16/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/15/2021 | Price change | $1,900-5%$1/sqft |
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| 1/13/2021 | Price change | $2,000-30.4%$1/sqft |
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| 11/22/2020 | Price change | $2,872+19.7%$1/sqft |
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| 10/22/2020 | Price change | $2,400-7.7%$1/sqft |
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| 8/23/2020 | Price change | $2,600+4%$1/sqft |
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| 8/20/2020 | Listed for rent | $2,500$1/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,883 +0.9% | $809,790 +0.9% |
| 2024 | $6,823 +1.7% | $802,730 +1.7% |
| 2023 | $6,711 +6.3% | $789,580 +6.3% |
| 2022 | $6,311 +4.3% | $742,450 +4.3% |
| 2021 | $6,049 +4% | $711,610 +4% |
| 2020 | $5,814 +11.2% | $684,020 +11.2% |
| 2018 | $5,228 +10.5% | $615,000 +10.5% |
| 2017 | $4,731 +14.2% | $556,570 +14.2% |
| 2016 | $4,144 +18.7% | $487,500 +18.7% |
| 2015 | $3,491 +14% | $410,720 +14% |
| 2014 | $3,062 +4.2% | $360,210 +4.2% |
| 2013 | $2,939 -2.8% | $345,800 -2.8% |
| 2012 | $3,023 +67.9% | $355,630 |
| 2011 | $1,800 +21% | $355,630 -18.7% |
| 2010 | $1,488 +41.5% | $437,580 +1.1% |
| 2009 | $1,052 +9.9% | $432,710 +15.8% |
| 2007 | $957 +5.2% | $373,600 +0.7% |
| 2006 | $910 -22.7% | $370,960 +25.9% |
| 2005 | $1,177 -53.4% | $294,650 +12% |
| 2004 | $2,526 +438.2% | $263,080 +70% |
| 2003 | $469 +25% | $154,750 +43% |
| 2002 | $375 | $108,217 |
| 2001 | $375 | $108,217 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Truxton Circle
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Seaton Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 3/10Cardozo Education CampusGrades: 6-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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