1254 Van Buren Street NW Washington, DC 20012
Listing Courtesy of: BRIGHT IDX / Compass

  1254 Van Buren Street NW Washington, DC 20012

Active (1 Days)
$815,000 (USD)
3
BED
2
BATH
1,748
SQFT
OPEN HOUSE TIMES
  • OPEN
    Sun, Nov 9
    2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Description

Seller is open to providing a rate buydown!Welcome to 1254 Van Buren St NW — a lovingly maintained 3 Bed + Den, move-in-ready single-family home nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street in Brightwood. This classic DC residence offers timeless character, modern upgrades, and comfortable living across three finished levels.The main level features gleaming hardwood floors, a spacious and sun-filled living room with a wood-burning fireplace, large den off of the living room, a separate dining area, and an updated kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and abundant storage.Upstairs, you’ll find three inviting bedrooms and a fully renovated bathroom (October 2025) featuring modern tile work, new fixtures, and stylish finishes. The fully finished lower level provides flexible living space — perfect for a recreation room, guest suite, or home office — with new carpeting (October 2025) and a full bathroom. Not an inch of space is wasted in the basement, which includes a large laundry/storage room and a convenient closet beneath the stairs.Right off the kitchen, step outside to a large refurbished deck (2025) — ideal for relaxing and entertaining. The fenced-in yard is the true showstopper of this property. With an oversized storage shed and expansive lawn, there’s room for a playset, fire pit, or vegetable garden — the options are endless! While street parking is abundant in this neighborhood, the gated off-street parking in the back adds an extra level of privacy and convenience. The lower level also offers walkout access to the backyard.Other notable recent upgrades include: a new roof (2023), new dishwasher (2022), new high-efficiency AC system (2021), and new washer and dryer (2020).Location Highlights:Ideally located near The Parks at Walter Reed — home to the new Whole Foods Market, local dining, shopping, and open green spaces — this property also offers convenient proximity to Fort Stevens and Takoma Rec Centers, Rock Creek Park, and is under a mile to the Takoma Metro. Experience Brightwood’s welcoming sense of community paired with modern urban convenience.

MLS #:
DCDC2230608
Taxes
$6,630(2025)
Lot Size
5,227 SQFT
Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1940
Style
Colonial, Traditional
School District
District of Columbia Public Schools

Listed By

Rachel P Levey, Compass
Source
BRIGHT IDX
Last checked Nov 6 2025 at 12:32 AM GMT+0000
Bathroom Details
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
  • Dining Area
  • Wood Floors
  • Floor Plan - Traditional
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Refrigerator
  • Water Heater
  • Stove
  • Oven/Range - Electric
  • Kitchen - Gourmet
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Carpet
  • Bathroom - Tub Shower
  • Bathroom - Stall Shower
Subdivision
  • Brightwood
Property Features
  • Above Grade
  • Below Grade
  • Fireplace: Wood
  • Fireplace: Brick
  • Foundation: Slab
Heating and Cooling
  • Forced Air
  • Central A/C
Basement Information
  • Outside Entrance
  • Rear Entrance
  • Fully Finished
  • Connecting Stairway
  • Partial
  • Daylight
  • Windows
  • Interior Access
  • Drain
Exterior Features
  • Brick
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
Utility Information
  • Sewer: No Septic System
  • Fuel: Natural Gas
Parking
  • Concrete Driveway
  • Paved Parking
  • Secure Parking
Stories
  • 3
Living Area
  • 1,748 sqft
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