4511 5TH ST NW

Washington, DC 20011

Sold For
$620,000
Neighborhood: Petworth · Explore Petworth homes, prices & market data →

Property Highlights

  • Petworth NW Row House
  • 5th Street Corridor
  • Classic DC Architecture
  • Rear Yard Potential
  • Red Line Metro Access
  • Established Residential Street
MLS ID
WDM0677011
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Property Details

Sold Price: $620,000

Sold 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.

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4511 5th Street NW, Washington DC 20011

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.

The Street and Block
Fifth Street NW runs through the heart of Petworth as a residential side street, shielded from the commercial activity of Georgia Avenue while remaining within easy reach of it. The block at 4511 reflects the neighborhood’s characteristic rhythm of attached row houses, front stoops, and street-facing facades that define NW DC’s most intact early-twentieth-century residential fabric.
Row House Character
The row house form at this address follows the established Petworth pattern: a street-facing front elevation with porch potential, interior living arranged across multiple floors, and a rear yard that provides private outdoor space. This building type is among the most sought-after in DC’s NW quadrant for its combination of scale, flexibility, and architectural coherence.
Transit and Connectivity
The Georgia Avenue-Petworth Metro station places this home within the Red Line network, offering direct connections to Columbia Heights, U Street-Cardozo, and the broader downtown core. The Upshur Street retail corridor is nearby, as are neighborhood parks and the green corridors that extend toward Rock Creek Park to the west.
Market Context
Row house inventory in Petworth has remained consistently competitive, with buyer demand driven by the neighborhood’s transit access, block-level character, and proximity to multiple NW DC amenity corridors. This transaction at $620,000 reflects current market conditions for well-located homes in this submarket.

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
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Transaction represented by Wardman Residential at Compass. Details based on available transaction record; buyers should independently verify all property information.
4511 5th Street NW, Petworth, Washington DC

A Row House Acquisition in the Heart of Petworth NW

This row house on 5th Street NW was acquired at $620,000, representing a buyer-side transaction in one of Northwest DC’s most enduring residential neighborhoods. The home reflects the architectural character and block-level scale that define Petworth’s interior streets, with transit access and neighborhood amenities that support daily life without reliance on a vehicle.

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
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Details based on available transaction record; buyers should independently verify all property specifications and material facts.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions About This Property

Key details about the residence, building, and location to help you evaluate this opportunity.

The property is a row house, consistent with the attached residential building stock that defines Petworth’s interior blocks in Northwest DC. The row house form on 5th Street NW follows the early-twentieth-century pattern common throughout the neighborhood, with a street-facing facade and rear yard potential.
The home was acquired at $620,000, with Wardman Residential at Compass representing the buyer in the transaction. This price reflects current market conditions for row house inventory in Petworth, where demand for well-located NW DC homes has remained consistent.
The Georgia Avenue-Petworth Metro station on the Red Line is accessible from this address, providing direct service to Columbia Heights, U Street-Cardozo, and the downtown DC core. Red Line service also connects north toward Silver Spring and Glenmont, making this a well-positioned location for commuters.
The Upshur Street corridor, a recognized Petworth dining and retail destination, is within walking distance of 5th Street NW. Georgia Avenue provides additional grocery, pharmacy, and retail options, and the neighborhood’s proximity to Rock Creek Park corridors offers accessible green space.
The row house building type on 5th Street NW is consistent with properties that include a front stoop, porch presence, and rear yard space. Specific outdoor space details were not confirmed in the available transaction record, and buyers should request full disclosure documents to verify.
Fifth Street NW in Petworth is lined with early-twentieth-century attached row houses that share a consistent setback, facade rhythm, and street-tree canopy. This block-level coherence is one of the defining qualities of Petworth’s interior residential streets and contributes to the neighborhood’s established character.
No HOA or condo association information was indicated in the transaction record for this property. Row houses in Petworth are typically fee-simple ownership structures without mandatory association fees, though buyers should confirm this through title review and seller disclosure.
The Wardman Residential team at Compass has direct experience with row house transactions in Petworth and the broader NW DC market. Reaching out to the team provides access to recent comparable sales, submarket analysis, and buyer advisory support for navigating Petworth’s competitive inventory.

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