$1,010,000

beds

baths

half bath

2,176

square ft

1516 Buchanan Street Nw

Washington, District Of Columbia 20011

Closed / MLS #DCDC2280522 / Townhome / Sixteenth Street Heights

Listing information updated 9/29/2026 at 2:41pm

Classic 16th Street Heights residence with timeless rowhouse character... Welcome to 1516 Buchanan Street NW, a classic Washington, DC rowhouse located in the sought-after 16th Street Heights area. Built in 1916, this brick residence offers approximately 2,608 square feet of updated living space, three bedrooms, and two-and-a-half baths in the main residence, plus a separately metered two-bedroom, one-bath potential income-producing basement unit. Historic neighborhood charm, hardwood flooring, a traditional two-story layout, a backyard deck designed for relaxed outdoor ambiance, and solar panels that add modern efficiency create a compelling opportunity for buyers seeking flexibility, space, and added rental potential in Northwest DC. With its established address, solid proportions, inviting outdoor deck, energy-conscious solar panels, and income-producing lower-level unit, 1516 Buchanan Street NW presents an appealing opportunity in one of Northwest Washington's well-loved residential neighborhoods. Whether envisioned as a comfortable primary residence, or an investment-minded purchase, this home offers space, location, outdoor ambiance, rental potential, and classic DC appeal. Positioned in 16th Street Heights this property has convenient access to parks, transit corridors, neighborhood amenities, shops, and dining

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Transitional

Basement:

Daylight, Partial,Front Entrance,Fully Finished,Heated,Improved,Outside Entrance,Rear Entrance,Windows

Beds Above Grade:

Beds Below Grade:

Cooling System:

Central A/C

Heating System:

Hot Water

Appliances:

Cooktop - Down Draft, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Oven - Single, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Washer/Dryer Stacked

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

110 Years

Roof Type:

Rubber

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Garage

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,176

Lot Size:

2687.00 Square Feet

Acreage:

0.06

Internal Features:

Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Crown Moldings, Floor Plan - Traditional, Recessed Lighting, Walk-in Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$6,122

Tax Year:

2026

Location

Zip Code:

20011

City:

Washington

County:

Washington

Schools

School District(s):

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Architecture Style:

Transitional

Basement:

Daylight, Partial,Front Entrance,Fully Finished,Heated,Improved,Outside Entrance,Rear Entrance,Windows

Beds Above Grade:

Beds Below Grade:

Cooling System:

Central A/C

Heating System:

Hot Water

Appliances:

Cooktop - Down Draft, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Oven - Single, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Washer/Dryer Stacked

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

110 Years

Roof Type:

Rubber

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Garage

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,176

Lot Size:

2687.00 Square Feet

Acreage:

0.06

Internal Features:

Tax Amount:

$6,122

Tax Year:

2026

Zip Code:

20011

City:

Washington

County:

Washington

School District(s):

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Listing Office: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Listing Office Phone: 301.843.3600

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