507 Decatur St NW

Washington, DC 20011

Sold For
$1,005,000

Property Highlights

  • 1925 Petworth Row House
  • 4 Bedrooms 3.5 Baths
  • 2460 Square Feet
  • Century-Old Character Details
  • Petworth NW Location
  • Close to Metro Access
MLS ID
DCDC478090
Parking
Year Built
1925
HOA Fee
507 Decatur St NW, Washington DC 20011

A Petworth Row House of Uncommon Scale

507 Decatur Street NW is a 1925 row house in Petworth, a neighborhood that has defined residential NW Washington for generations. At 2,460 square feet with four bedrooms and three and a half baths, the home occupies a footprint that is difficult to replicate in today’s market.

The architecture reflects the craftsmanship of its era — the proportions, the facade, and the structural bones that have made Petworth row houses enduringly sought after. A century of history is embedded in the details, while the scale supports a full range of contemporary living arrangements.

Decatur Street sits within easy reach of the Georgia Avenue corridor, neighborhood parks, and the Green and Yellow Line stations that connect Petworth to the broader city. The combination of interior volume, historic character, and transit proximity defines the value proposition here.

A Wardman team member represented the buyer in this transaction, bringing focused knowledge of the Petworth submarket to the advisory process. The team’s experience with NW row houses informs every step of the search and negotiation process.

The Home
507 Decatur Street NW is a four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath row house spanning 2,460 square feet in Petworth. Built in 1925, the home offers a scale that is uncommon in the NW row house market, particularly at this price point. The layout supports flexible use across all three levels.
The Architecture
The 1925 construction date places this home among Petworth’s original residential stock. Row houses of this era were built with generous room proportions and durable masonry construction that has proven its longevity across a century of DC living. The architectural character is a defining asset.
The Location
Decatur Street NW sits in the heart of Petworth, within reach of the Georgia Avenue commercial corridor, neighborhood green spaces, and the Green and Yellow Line stations at Georgia Ave-Petworth and Columbia Heights. Daily errands, dining, and transit connections are all accessible without a car.
The Representation
A Wardman team member guided the buyer through this transaction with direct knowledge of Petworth row house values and the NW DC submarket. The team’s advisory approach is grounded in comparable sales data and neighborhood-level expertise that supports confident decision-making.

At a Glance

  • 4 Bedrooms / 3.5 Baths
  • 2,460 Square Feet
  • Built 1925
  • Petworth NW
  • Buyer Representation
  • Acquired at $1,005,000
Information believed accurate but not guaranteed. Buyers should independently verify all material facts prior to closing.
Property Features

Scale and Character in Equal Measure

507 Decatur Street NW combines the structural generosity of a 1925 Petworth row house with a floor plan that accommodates four bedrooms and three and a half baths across 2,460 square feet. The home’s century-old bones and its practical layout are equally compelling.

Interior Layout

  • 2,460 square feet of finished living space
  • Four bedrooms distributed across upper levels
  • Three full baths plus one half bath
  • Vertical row house layout across multiple floors
  • 1925 construction with original structural character
  • Generously proportioned rooms consistent with the era

Kitchen and Living

  • Kitchen positioned within the main living level
  • Space for dedicated dining area
  • Living and entertaining areas with period proportions
  • Natural light characteristic of the row house form

Primary Suite

  • Primary bedroom with en-suite bath access
  • Room proportions consistent with 1925 construction scale
  • Upper-level positioning for separation from main living areas

Outdoor Space

  • Row house lot with potential for rear outdoor space
  • Front facade facing Decatur Street NW
  • Street-level presence consistent with the Petworth row house form

What Defines This Home

  • One of the larger row house footprints available in Petworth at this price
  • Century of structural integrity in a masonry-built 1925 construction
  • Four-bedroom layout with three full baths is rare in the NW row house market
  • Direct access to Green and Yellow Line transit without leaving the neighborhood
  • Decatur Street positioning within the established Petworth residential core
Information believed accurate but not guaranteed; buyers should independently verify all material facts.

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 Connections
  • Green and Yellow Line access at Georgia Ave-Petworth Metro
  • Columbia Heights Metro also within reach on the Green and Yellow Lines
  • Multiple Metrobus routes along Georgia Avenue NW
  • Bike lanes and trail connections through the neighborhood
Dining and Coffee
  • Local cafes and coffee shops along the Georgia Avenue corridor
  • Neighborhood restaurants representing a range of cuisines
  • Bars and casual dining within walking distance
  • Farmer's market access seasonally in the Petworth area
Grocery and Retail
  • Grocery options along the Georgia Avenue commercial corridor
  • Pharmacy and health services nearby
  • Hardware and home goods retailers accessible by foot or transit
  • Neighborhood dry cleaning and personal services
Parks and Recreation
  • Petworth neighborhood parks within the surrounding blocks
  • Rock Creek Park accessible from upper NW
  • Community recreation facilities in the broader Petworth area
  • Bike-friendly streets connecting to the broader DC trail network

Property Location

About 507 Decatur St NW

507 Decatur Street NW is a four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath row house in Petworth, built in 1925 and spanning 2,460 square feet. The home’s footprint is characteristic of the early twentieth-century DC row house tradition — masonry construction, defined room volumes, and a vertical layout that distributes living, sleeping, and utility spaces across multiple levels. Three full baths and a half bath provide practical flexibility for a home of this size. The acquisition price of $1,005,000 reflects the current market for well-positioned Petworth row houses of this scale.

Petworth is one of NW Washington’s most established residential neighborhoods, anchored by tree-lined streets of early twentieth-century row houses and a walkable commercial corridor along Georgia Avenue. The neighborhood’s housing stock is defined by the brick row house typology that has characterized this part of the city for over a century. Decatur Street sits within the interior of the neighborhood, offering a residential character while remaining close to the Georgia Avenue spine and its concentration of restaurants, cafes, and everyday services. The area’s proximity to both the Green and Yellow Line Metro stations makes it one of the more transit-accessible neighborhoods in upper NW.

Daily life on Decatur Street NW is oriented around walkability and neighborhood infrastructure. The Georgia Avenue corridor provides grocery options, local dining, coffee shops, and service businesses within a short walk. Nearby parks and green spaces offer outdoor recreation without requiring a car. Metro access on the Green and Yellow Lines connects residents to downtown DC, the U Street corridor, and points south and north with frequency and reliability. The combination of neighborhood scale and transit connectivity is a defining characteristic of the Petworth lifestyle.

A Wardman team member and the Wardman Residential team at Compass have worked extensively with buyers and sellers in the Petworth submarket, developing a detailed understanding of NW row house values, block-by-block pricing dynamics, and the competitive offer environment that defines this market. We bring that knowledge directly to bear for clients navigating Petworth and the broader upper NW corridor. If you are considering a row house in Petworth or a comparable NW neighborhood, reach out — we are glad 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 home is located in Petworth, one of NW Washington’s most established residential neighborhoods. Petworth is known for its concentration of early twentieth-century row houses, walkable Georgia Avenue corridor, and strong transit access via the Green and Yellow Lines.
The Georgia Ave-Petworth Metro station on the Green and Yellow Lines is the closest station to this address. The Columbia Heights station is also accessible, providing additional frequency and routing options for commuters heading downtown or to other parts of the city.
The home spans 2,460 square feet and offers four bedrooms and three and a half baths. This is a notably generous footprint for a Petworth row house, providing room volume that is increasingly difficult to find in NW DC at this price point.
Parking details were not specified in the available property information. Prospective buyers should confirm parking availability directly, as some Petworth row houses include rear alley parking or garage access while others rely on street parking.
The home was built in 1925, placing it among Petworth’s original residential stock. Row houses of this era were typically constructed with brick masonry and feature the durable structural systems and proportioned room layouts that have defined the neighborhood’s architectural character for a century.
This is a fee-simple row house, not a condominium or HOA-governed property, based on the available information. Buyers should confirm the title structure and any recorded covenants with their settlement attorney prior to closing.
The home was acquired at $1,005,000, representing the buyer-side transaction value. A Wardman team member represented the buyer in this transaction, providing advisory support through the offer, negotiation, and settlement process.
A Wardman team member and the Wardman Residential team at Compass have direct experience in the Petworth row house market and can provide recent comparable sales, active inventory context, and buyer advisory services. Reaching out to the team is the most direct path to understanding current opportunities in this submarket.

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