Discover a prime investment opportunity in the heart of Columbia Heights! This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom residential property, built in 1910, offers a unique blend of historic character and modern potential. With a compact lot size of just 0.04 acres, this property is designed for low maintenance, making it an ideal choice for investors seeking to maximize returns. The property's strategic location in a vibrant neighborhood ensures strong rental demand, providing an excellent opportunity for cash flow. The absence of a pool and extensive outdoor maintenance means lower ongoing costs, allowing for a more favorable net operating income. While the property currently lacks parking, the surrounding area offers ample street parking and is well-connected to public transportation options, enhancing its appeal to potential tenants. The interior is a blank canvas, ready for updates that can significantly increase rental value and overall market appeal. Investors will appreciate the potential for appreciation in this sought-after area, coupled with the opportunity to renovate and increase equity. With no homeowners association fees to contend with, your investment remains flexible and profitable. Seize this chance to add a valuable asset to your portfolio in a neighborhood poised for growth. Schedule a viewing today and explore the possibilities this property has to offer!
For sale
$550,000
726 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, DC 20001
3beds
1,236sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
1,600 Square Feet Lot
$539,900 Zestimate®
$445/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Historic character
- 26 days
- 576
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
LUIS GALLEGO NARANJO 202-607-0629,
Samson Properties
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2280848
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,236
- Total interior livable area: 1,236 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,236
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,600 Square Feet
- Features: Urban Land-Beltsville-Chillum
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 2888//0198
- Zoning: RF
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Columbia Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $445/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $667,740
- Annual tax amount: $4,590
- Date on market: 9/16/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$539,900
$513,000 - $567,000
$3,548/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $550,000+662.8%$445/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 1/18/2000 | Sold | $72,100-27.2%$58/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/27/1998 | Sold | $99,000$80/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $5,031 +9.6% | $695,330 0% |
| 2025 | $4,590 +9.4% | $695,500 +1.2% |
| 2024 | $4,195 +9.3% | $687,450 +3% |
| 2023 | $3,837 +8.7% | $667,740 +4.3% |
| 2022 | $3,529 +9.4% | $640,000 +1.7% |
| 2021 | $3,226 +9.8% | $629,040 +5.9% |
| 2020 | $2,938 +20.1% | $593,850 +7.3% |
| 2018 | $2,446 +9.7% | $553,360 +2.4% |
| 2017 | $2,230 +9.7% | $540,360 +8.1% |
| 2016 | $2,033 +9.9% | $499,770 +18.2% |
| 2015 | $1,851 +9.4% | $422,930 +25.2% |
| 2014 | $1,692 +9.4% | $337,760 +2.7% |
| 2013 | $1,547 +9% | $328,870 -0.2% |
| 2012 | $1,418 | $329,590 |
| 2011 | $1,418 +21% | $329,590 -4.4% |
| 2010 | $1,172 +25.1% | $344,750 -12.2% |
| 2009 | $937 -33.2% | $392,510 +5.1% |
| 2007 | $1,404 +5.2% | $373,400 +82.2% |
| 2006 | $1,334 | $204,990 +5% |
| 2005 | -- | $195,230 +10% |
| 2004 | -- | $177,480 +30% |
| 2003 | -- | $136,520 +44.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $94,214 |
| 2001 | -- | $94,214 |
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Neighborhood: Columbia Heights
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.





