Brokers' Open: Tuesday, September 29th, 11am-1pm. Built by the developer who created the neighborhood, the home he chose to build for himself, this distinctive brick Colonial occupies the neighborhood’s largest lot, retained by the builder as his own residence. This fully detached home presents a rare opportunity to restore, renovate, and make your own a property with an unusually generous setting. Set on a large, level lot with mature plantings, the home enjoys abundant natural light from all four sides and a wonderful sense of space and privacy. The classic Colonial floor plan offers five bedrooms, four full baths, and one half bath, with generous rooms and flexible living spaces throughout. The main level features a formal living room opening to a bright family room, with French doors leading to a sizable deck overlooking the expansive, beautifully planted yard. A glass-enclosed breakfast room adjoins the family room, creating a welcoming space for casual meals or enjoying the garden year-round. Upstairs, an exceptionally spacious primary suite occupies approximately half of the second level. The large bedroom includes a private den/office, creating a comfortable retreat with dedicated space for work or relaxation. Additional bedrooms and full baths provide ample room for family and guests. The lower level offers excellent flexibility for a game room, media room, gym, or recreation space. A full bath enhances the versatility of this level and creates potential for an in-law or au pair suite, subject to the buyer’s desired configuration and applicable requirements. With its classic brick architecture, exceptional lot, mature landscaping, abundant natural light, expansive primary suite, and versatile lower level, this distinctive home offers a rare opportunity to create something special while preserving the character and proportions of the original residence. Offered as an estate sale and sold strictly as-is, the property awaits its next chapter. Photos are virtually staged to realize full potential!
For sale
$3,150,000
2721 31st Pl NW, Washington, DC 20008
5beds
3,439sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1939
0.27 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$916/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Five bedroomsMature landscapingExpansive primary suiteVersatile lower levelClassic brick architectureClassic colonial floor planDistinctive brick colonial
- 4 days
- 726
- 103
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Nancy Taylor Bubes 202-386-7813,
Washington Fine Properties, LLC,
Listing Team: The Nancy Taylor Bubes Group
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2284894
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 1432
Heating
- Other
Cooling
- Central Air, Other
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Windows,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,437
- Total interior livable area: 3,439 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,005
- Finished area below ground: 434
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Four
- Stories: 4
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 2126//0804
- Zoning: RES SINGLE FAMILY
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1939
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Massachusetts Avenue Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $916/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,018,380
- Annual tax amount: $24,934
- Date on market: 9/25/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,150,000$916/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $24,934 +0.8% | $2,969,060 +1.1% |
| 2025 | $24,727 +5.5% | $2,937,510 +3.3% |
| 2024 | $23,443 +2.5% | $2,844,990 +2.5% |
| 2023 | $22,867 +2% | $2,774,260 +2.1% |
| 2022 | $22,425 +0.3% | $2,716,990 +0.4% |
| 2021 | $22,358 +2.9% | $2,706,740 +2.9% |
| 2020 | $21,724 +4.3% | $2,631,410 +4.2% |
| 2018 | $20,832 +3.8% | $2,524,160 +3.7% |
| 2017 | $20,072 +4.6% | $2,433,880 +4.5% |
| 2016 | $19,182 -0.4% | $2,328,410 -0.3% |
| 2015 | $19,253 +1.3% | $2,336,510 +1.3% |
| 2014 | $19,007 +1.8% | $2,306,270 +1.8% |
| 2013 | $18,665 -2.6% | $2,264,960 -2.9% |
| 2012 | $19,164 | $2,331,530 |
| 2011 | $19,164 +21% | $2,331,530 +0% |
| 2010 | $15,838 +10% | $2,330,690 -1.5% |
| 2009 | $14,398 +16.3% | $2,367,050 +5% |
| 2007 | $12,377 +5.2% | $2,253,290 +18.7% |
| 2006 | $11,763 -7.1% | $1,898,640 +19% |
| 2005 | $12,668 +12% | $1,595,960 +5.3% |
| 2004 | $11,311 +12% | $1,515,030 +16.6% |
| 2003 | $10,099 +25% | $1,299,500 +49.1% |
| 2002 | $8,079 +8.3% | $871,560 +8% |
| 2001 | $7,459 | $807,000 |
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Neighborhood: Woodland-Normanstone Terrace
Nearby schools
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.




