4511 5TH ST NW
Washington, DC 20011
Property Highlights
- Petworth NW Row House
- 5th Street Corridor
- Classic DC Architecture
- Rear Yard Potential
- Red Line Metro Access
- Established Residential Street
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Property Details
Price: $620,000
Price: $620,000
Executive Summary
Located at 4511 5th Street NW in Petworth, this row house represents a well-positioned acquisition in one of Northwest DC’s most active and enduring residential neighborhoods. The home sits on a tree-lined block consistent with the architectural character that defines 5th Street NW. Petworth offers direct access to the Georgia Avenue-Petworth Metro station, a growing dining and retail corridor along Georgia Avenue, and the green space of Upshur and Rock Creek Park environs. The Wardman Residential team at Compass represented the buyer in this $620,000 transaction.
A Petworth Row House on One of NW's Most Recognizable Residential Streets
The home at 4511 5th Street NW sits within Petworth, a Northwest DC neighborhood defined by its intact blocks of early-twentieth-century row houses, mature street trees, and a community identity that has remained consistent across decades of change in the broader city.
Fifth Street NW is a quiet residential corridor running parallel to the neighborhood’s commercial spine along Georgia Avenue. The block pattern here is characteristic of Petworth’s grid: uniform setbacks, front porch presence, and rear yards that offer private outdoor space behind the building line.
The Georgia Avenue-Petworth Metro station provides direct Red Line access, connecting residents to Columbia Heights, U Street, downtown DC, and points north toward Silver Spring and Glenmont. The Upshur Street corridor, a short walk from the property, anchors the neighborhood’s dining and retail scene with an established mix of independent businesses.
At $620,000, this acquisition reflects the sustained demand for row house inventory in Petworth, where the combination of architectural character, transit proximity, and neighborhood scale continues to attract buyers seeking a distinctly DC residential experience.
Property at a Glance
- Petworth NW location
- 4511 5th Street NW address
- Row house building type
- Red Line Metro proximity
- Georgia Avenue corridor access
- Acquired at $620,000
A Row House Acquisition in the Heart of Petworth NW
Interior and Layout
- Row house form consistent with Petworth's early-twentieth-century residential stock
- Multi-floor layout typical of attached NW DC row houses
- Street-facing front elevation with characteristic facade presence
- Specific interior finish details not available in transaction record
Kitchen and Living Spaces
- Kitchen and living area configuration consistent with the row house building type
- Layout supports the open rear-to-front orientation common in Petworth homes
- Specific kitchen finish and appliance details not available in transaction record
Bedrooms and Baths
- Bedroom and bathroom count not specified in available transaction data
- Row house scale typically supports multiple bedrooms across upper floors
- Buyers should request full disclosure documents for confirmed room counts
Outdoor and Exterior
- Street-facing front elevation with porch presence typical of 5th Street NW
- Rear yard potential consistent with Petworth row house building type
- Front stoop and sidewalk presence characteristic of the block
- Outdoor space details not confirmed in transaction record
What Defines This Home
- Petworth row house form on a quiet interior residential block
- Direct Red Line access via Georgia Avenue-Petworth Metro station
- Acquired at $620,000 in a consistently competitive NW submarket
- Upshur Street dining and retail corridor within walking distance
- Architecturally coherent block with established street-tree canopy
Neighborhood & Lifestyle
Life Within Reach
A snapshot of everyday conveniences, destinations and experiences just moments from your door.
Neighborhood & Lifestyle
Life Within Reach
A snapshot of everyday conveniences, destinations and experiences just moments from your door.
Transit and Commuting
- Georgia Avenue-Petworth Metro station on the Red Line
- Direct Red Line service to Columbia Heights, U Street, and downtown DC
- Red Line connections north to Silver Spring and Glenmont
- Multiple Metrobus routes along Georgia Avenue NW
- Bike infrastructure along nearby NW corridors
Dining and Coffee
- Independent restaurants along the Upshur Street corridor
- Cafes and coffee shops within the Georgia Avenue commercial strip
- Neighborhood dining options within walking distance of 5th Street NW
- Growing mix of locally owned food and beverage businesses in Petworth
Grocery and Retail
- Grocery options accessible along the Georgia Avenue corridor
- Neighborhood retail concentrated on Georgia Avenue NW
- Pharmacy and service retail within the immediate commercial area
- Farmers market access at nearby Petworth community locations
Parks and Recreation
- Neighborhood parks within the Petworth residential grid
- Proximity to Rock Creek Park green corridors to the west
- Recreation center facilities accessible in the broader neighborhood
- Tree-lined residential streets with walkable block structure
Property Location
About 4511 5TH ST NW
The home at 4511 5th Street NW is a row house consistent with the residential building stock that defines Petworth’s interior blocks. The structure presents a street-facing facade with the front porch presence typical of this corridor, and the rear of the property offers yard space that is characteristic of the building type. Specific interior details were not available in the transaction record, but the home’s footprint and form follow the established pattern of early-twentieth-century NW DC row house construction.
Petworth is one of Northwest DC’s most architecturally coherent neighborhoods, built out largely in the early twentieth century with a consistent grid of attached row houses on tree-lined streets. Georgia Avenue serves as the neighborhood’s primary commercial corridor, anchoring a mix of independent restaurants, cafes, and retail that has grown steadily over the past decade. The Upshur Street pocket, in particular, has become a recognized destination within the neighborhood for its concentration of locally owned businesses.
Daily life in Petworth is organized around walkable access to neighborhood amenities and efficient transit connections to the broader city. The Georgia Avenue-Petworth Metro station brings the Red Line within reach, linking residents to Columbia Heights, U Street, and downtown DC without requiring a car. Green space is accessible through neighborhood parks and the corridors that extend toward Rock Creek Park, offering recreational options within the immediate area.
A Wardman team member and the Wardman Residential team at Compass have worked extensively with buyers and sellers navigating Petworth’s row house market, where inventory moves quickly and comparable sales require careful interpretation. We bring direct experience with NW DC row house transactions across Petworth, Brightwood, and the broader Georgia Avenue corridor, helping clients make informed decisions in a competitive submarket. If you are considering a row house purchase or sale in Petworth or the surrounding NW neighborhoods, we welcome the opportunity to share recent comparables and our perspective on current market conditions.
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