# 5300 8TH Street NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011

> **TL;DR:** 3bd/1ba townhouse, $512,900 ($250/sqft), built 1923, 2,048 sqft.
> Fireplace, A/C. Est. $2,223/mo. Listed 24 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $512,900 |
| Price/sqft | $250 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 full |
| Square Feet | 2,048 |
| Year Built | 1923 |
| Lot Size | 2,047 sqft (0.05 acres) |
| Stories | 2 |
| Property Type | Townhouse (Townhouse) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 24 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $2,223 |
| **Total** | **$2,223** |

## Key Amenities

- Fireplace
- A/C

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1923
- 0.05 acre lot
- 2 stories
- Fireplace

## Description

### Agent Description
Petworth Fixer-Upper | End-Unit Rowhome w/ Garage, Parking & Walkout Basement Apartment Potential Welcome to 5300 8th St NW, Washington, DC-a rare fixer-upper in Petworth offering exceptional investment potential and the opportunity to build equity in one of DC's most desirable neighborhoods. This end-unit townhouse features added privacy, extra natural light, and expanded living space with first and second-floor additions-a valuable advantage for both resale and long-term appreciation. Full of character, the home still showcases original details that are increasingly hard to find, including pocket doors, vintage glass doorknobs, and a classic swinging door between the kitchen and dining room-perfect for buyers looking to restore and blend historic charm with modern updates. The walkout basement with both rear and interior access creates excellent basement apartment or income-producing potential, ideal for investors, house hackers, or multigenerational living. Hard-to-find features in DC include off-street parking plus a private garage-a true value add for convenience, resale, and rental appeal. The property offers solid bones, spacious rooms, and a flexible layout, making it ideal for a full renovation, value-add project, or long-term investment. Located in the heart of Petworth NW DC, enjoy close proximity to Metro, major commuter routes, parks, restaurants, and neighborhood amenities-a key driver for both lifestyle and future appreciation. This is a probate sale (not a short sale). Sold as-is. Perfect for investors, developers, or buyers ready to create their dream home-don't miss this opportunity to unlock the full potential of this Petworth gem. Schedule your showing today!

## Location

- **Address:** 5300 8TH Street NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011
- **County:** WASHINGTON
- **Neighborhood:** PETWORTH
- **Coordinates:** 38.95435, -77.02419
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=38.95435,-77.02419

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Ressie R Wallace Wilson
- **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Allegiance
- **Phone:** 2023599641
- **Email:** info@ressiewilson.com

## Primary Photo

![5300 8TH Street NW - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/8b4c39e7c7b701024274f3420752411dl-f1482690188r.jpg)

*51 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/5300-8th-street-nw-washington-dc-20011-c2250378)*

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**MLS#:** DCDC2250378 | **Updated:** 2026-04-24
**Source:** listhub

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