1242 Oates St NE, Washington, DC 20002
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SOLD
MAY 26, 2026

$702,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,685 sqft

1242 Oates St NE, Washington, DC 20002

Trinidad
Est. Refi. Payment $4,206/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold May 26, 2026 for $699,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$702K
Since last month
Increased$2K (+0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$83K (+13.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$4K (+0.6%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +51% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$703K
August 2026$702K
July 2026$697K
June 2026$698K
May 2026$699K
April 2026$697K
March 2026$627K
February 2026$609K
January 2026$612K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1406 Orren St NE, Washington, DC
0.12
Townhouse
$735,000
12/30/25
4
3
1,832
1227 Owen Pl NE, Washington, DC
0.03
Townhouse
$625,000
07/07/26
4
2
1,605
1235 Owen Pl NE, Washington, DC
0.02
Townhouse
$520,000
03/13/26
4
2
2,013
1120 Owen Pl NE, Washington, DC
0.15
Townhouse
$750,000
04/02/26
4
3.5
1,650
1249 Owen Pl NE, Washington, DC
0.02
Townhouse
$550,000
09/18/26
3
3.5
1,480
1423 Montello Ave NE, Washington, DC
0.08
Townhouse
$830,000
02/02/26
4
3.5
1,851
1230 Oates St NE, Washington, DC
0.02
Townhouse
$510,000
08/12/26
3
1.5
1,685
1308 Trinidad Ave NE, Washington, DC
0.10
Townhouse
$735,000
02/20/26
3
2
1,614
1227 Trinidad Ave NE, Washington, DC
0.15
Townhouse
$835,000
03/03/26
4
3.5
1,938

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1230 Oates St NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.02
$510,000
3
1.5
1,685
Recently Sold
1241 Oates St NE #2, Washington, DC 20002
0.03
$640,000
2
2.5
1,043
Recently Sold
1247 Oates St NE #A, Washington, DC 20002
0.03
$700,000
3
2.5
1,590
Recently Sold
1235 Owen Pl NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.02
$520,000
4
2
2,013
Recently Sold
1249 Owen Pl NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.02
$550,000
3
3.5
1,480
Recently Sold
1227 Owen Pl NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.03
$625,000
4
2
1,605
Recently Sold
1261 Owen Pl NE #PENTHOUSE, Washington, DC 20002
0.03
-
3
3
-
Off Market
1263 Owen Pl NE #2, Washington, DC 20002
0.03
$650,000
3
3
1,155
For Sale
1269 Oates St NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.04
$415,000
3
1
1,552
Recently Sold
1215 Oates St NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.05
$1,113,600
4
3.5
2,211
Off Market
1236 Owen Pl NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.04
$779,000
4
3.5
2,052
For Sale

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Townhouse
Built in 1925
1,685 sqft
$415/sqft
Open Parking

About this House

What's unique:Sunny bonus spaceNew flooringSeparate rear entranceNewly updated gourmet kitchenStylish fixtures and finishingsBeautifully updated
Fantastic opportunity to buy a beautifully updated and fantastically located DC townhome! Featuring 3 finished levels, 4BR and 3BA, and tons of charm. Many original features include doorways, moldings, doors, bannisters add character, while new flooring and stylish fixtures and finishings elevate the look of the home. Spacious main level with living, dining, and sunroom, plus newly updated gourmet kitchen with custom cabinetry, peninsula, stainless steel appliances and custom tile backsplash. 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths upstairs, including primary suite with large closet, sunny bonus space and luxurious ensuite bath. Fully finished lower level with additional living space, bedroom with high ceilings, full bath, brand new stacked laundry, separate rear entrance plus HVAC . All bathrooms have been updated with custom tiling, on trend vanities and fixtures, and rain showers. Low maintenance rear patio and welcoming front porch & yard provide tons of outdoor enjoyment. Close to Capitol Hill, Gallaudet University, H Street corridor, shopping, grocery stores, restaurants, parks, coffee shops, public transportation, Amtrak and more. Welcome home!
1242 Oates St NE, Washington, DC 20002 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,685 sqft townhouse in Trinidad, built in 1925. It last sold for the $699,000 asking price on May 26, 2026. More recently, it was listed as a rental in December 2025 with an asking price of $4,850 per month. That rental listing was removed on January 14, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $702,000, with a rent estimate of $4,170/month.
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Carlos Garcia, (202) 253-6177
Keller Williams Capital Properties
Listing Team: Eng Garcia Properties
Bought with: Steve Centrella, (202) 906-0020, Compass
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DCDC2249908

Home Details for 1242 Oates St NE

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Connecting Stairway,Heated,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Partially Finished,WorkshopNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1685 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas Water HeaterLaundry: Dryer In Unit,Washer In Unit
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Radiant,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s),Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Radiant
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Levels: ThreeAccessibility: None
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: OtherNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: On Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1294 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 391 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1925
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: TownhouseStructure Type: Interior Row/TownhouseArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: Brick FrontNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 4060//0064

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $699,000Price Per Sqft: $415/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue May 26 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: WASHINGTONCommunity: Trinidad
School Information
Elementary School District: District Of Columbia Public SchoolsJr High / Middle School District: District Of Columbia Public SchoolsHigh School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1821 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1298 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: DCDC2249908Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1294

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing Display: Y

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 26, 2026
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2249908
Sold
$699,000
Apr 29, 2026
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2249908
Pending
$699,000
Apr 16, 2026
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2249908
Listed For Sale
$699,000
Jan 14, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$4,850
Dec 23, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$4,850

Market trends in Washington

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$681K
$8.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.3%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$508
$1MoM
Available listings
2829
237MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

Trinidad
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What Locals Say about Trinidad

At least 1 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 100 % Say there are community events

  • 100 % Say parking is easy

  • 100 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 100 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 100 % Say kids play outside

  • 100 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 100 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

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  • Jacob West
    "Notice a lot of historical landmarks and culture throughout the neighborhood. This area is obviously a nice place for someone who is a working class citizen."
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  • Trulia User
    "Great access to buses and the red line at union station. Great location to get to the Wharf, Eastern Market, or H easily. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It's a great place with a wonderful farmers market weekends. Kid and pretty friendly. You'll live it"
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  • Trulia User
    "Friendly environment and close parks. Walking distances to stores and schools. Very Quiet neighborhood. "
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  • Tracey P.
    "This neighborhood is a great place to live. The people are friendly and it’s close to restaurants and bars. It’s also growing rapidly and makes it an exciting place to live."
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  • Tracey P.
    "I’ve lived in Trinidad for three years and love the neighborhood. It’s walking distance to amazing restaurants and bars and close to the rapidly growing union market area and Ivy City. "
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  • Shavonna J. W.
    "The neighborhood school is not the best but the lottery helps with that. As far as diversity goes this community has it hand over fist. "
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  • Shavonna J. W.
    "This neighbor is amazing. I like my neighbors and their kids/pets. The metro is frequent and the mail lady is like clockwork always on time. You will love it here "
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  • Ibnabu
    "Green space is plenty . Everything is clean. Very neighborly fun convenient and safe. Many students in area. We all love each other. Still affordable "
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  • SA
    "I'd say living here is a tad socially uncomfortable. but there's totally people walking dogs around during the day"
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  • Six
    "Just moved here and love the area! Best part is the short walk to bars and restaurants on H street. 5 min drive to Ivy City too."
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  • Clarencewturneriv
    "It's okay. It's in a good location. There is plenty to do around here. Public transportation is readily available. There are regular street cleanings."
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  • iris n. c.
    "Safety for the children.. very good schools.. how far is the playgrounds from home.... family area... recreation center.. "
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  • Jobblow
    "Centrally located to H St, Union Market, the distilleries in Ivy City, but still has affordable homes."
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  • Jenny r.
    "It’s very close to everything you need restaurants, grocery stores, etc. I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 25 years. "
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Frequently asked questions about 1242 Oates St NE

  • What is 1242 Oates St NE estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1242 Oates St NE in Washington, DC is $702,000.
  • What is the price history for 1242 Oates St NE?
    1242 Oates St NE in Washington, DC last sold for $699,000 in May 2026.
  • Is Washington a buyer's or seller's market?
    Washington is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Washington?
    The median sale price in Washington is $681K. That is up $8.5K from the prior month.
  • Does 1242 Oates St NE have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1242 Oates St NE in Washington, DC has air conditioning.
  • Does 1242 Oates St NE have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1242 Oates St NE in Washington, DC has laundry facilities.

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