$305,000
SOLD DEC 3, 2024

Marlyn 3901 Cathedral Ave NW Unit 518 Washington, DC 20016

Cathedral Heights Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
795 Sq Ft
$895/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$384 Per Sq Ft

7% Above List Price

73 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Concierge
  • Fitness Center
  • Wood Flooring
  • Eaton Elementary School Rated A
  • Art Deco Architecture
  • Sauna

About This Home

As of December 2024

Coveted south facing condo in a Best Addresses building is spacious with great views and gets phenomenal natural light. The ideal floor plan includes a separate dining area, multiple walk-in closets and a windowed kitchen with upgraded cabinets and appliances. Dedicated parking space and storage unit included. The Marlyn is a well managed building with lots of amenities including a front desk, fitness center with a sauna, bike room and roof deck. Investor friendly, pet friendly and VA approved. Centrally located in Cathedral Heights and just a short stroll to many restaurants, cafes, and grocery stores including the Wegmans at the new City Ridge development. Square footage per third vendor is deemed accurate but some measurements may be approximate.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sean Aalai

Compass

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Kathleen Eder

Compass License #AB98357867

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,394

Year Built

  • Built in 1938

HOA Fees

  • $895 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Art Deco Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 795 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Window Treatments
  • Dining Area
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 1 Off-Street Space
  • Assigned parking located at #100
  • 1 Assigned Parking Space

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Convector
  • Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
  • Convector Heater
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 2101
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1815//2101

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include gas, management, reserve funds, sauna, trash, water, common area maintenance, exterior building maintenance, lawn maintenance, heat, parking fee, sewer
  • 119 Units
  • Mid-Rise Condominium
  • The Marlyn Community
  • Observatory Circle Subdivision
  • Property Manager

Amenities

  • Concierge
  • Common Area
  • Meeting Room
  • Laundry Facilities
  • 2 Elevators

Recreation

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,394

Year Built

Built in 1938

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$895 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Unit/Flat/Apartment
  • Unit Building Type: Mid-Rise 5 - 8 Floors
  • Architectural Style: Art Deco
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Year Built: 1938
  • Assigned Parking Space Numbers: 100
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Coveted south facing condo in a Best Addresses building is spacious with great views and gets phenomenal natural light. The ideal floor plan includes a separate dining area, multiple walk-in closets and a windowed kitchen with upgraded cabinets and appliances. Dedicated parking space and storage unit included. The Marlyn is a well managed building with lots of amenities including a front desk, fitness center with a sauna, bike room and roof deck. Investor friendly, pet friendly and VA approved. Centrally located in Cathedral Heights and just a short stroll to many restaurants, cafes, and grocery stores including the Wegmans at the new City Ridge development. Square footage per third vendor is deemed accurate but some measurements may be approximate.
  • Washer Dryer Hookups YN: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Icemaker, Oven/Range - Electric, Freezer
  • Entry Floor: 5
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Walk-In Closet(s), Upgraded Countertops, Window Treatments, Flat, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: No
  • Elevators Count: 2
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Common
  • Total Sq Ft: 795
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 795
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 358.49
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 795
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 3901

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Assigned Spaces Count: 1
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Assigned
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street
  • Off Street Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Cooling Type: Convector, Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Convector
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: Yes
  • Condo Co-Op Fee: 895.30
  • Condo Co-Op Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Elevator, Fitness Center, Laundry Facilities, Meeting Room, Sauna, Concierge, Extra Storage, Reserved/Assigned Parking, Common Grounds
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Gas, Management, Reserve Funds, Sauna, Trash, Water, Common Area Maintenance, Ext Bldg Maint, Lawn Maintenance, Heat, Parking Fee, Sewer
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 121140357950
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Soil Types: Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: RA-1
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Pets: Dogs Ok, Cats Ok
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2394.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1815//2101
  • Tax Lot: 2101
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 753
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Close Date: 12/03/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Map

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Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/03/2024 12/03/24 Sold $305,000 +7.0% $384 / Sq Ft
11/16/2024 11/16/24 Pending -- -- --
09/04/2024 09/04/24 For Sale $285,000 +9.6% $358 / Sq Ft
09/06/2018 09/06/18 Sold $260,000 -3.7% $344 / Sq Ft
08/30/2018 08/30/18 Pending -- -- --
06/08/2018 06/08/18 For Sale $270,000 0.0% $357 / Sq Ft
03/27/2017 03/27/17 Rented $1,800 -5.0% --
03/27/2017 03/27/17 Under Contract -- -- --
01/24/2017 01/24/17 For Rent $1,895 -- --
Source: Bright MLS

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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DCDC2157332

Bright MLS

District of Columbia District of Columbia County Washington 20016 Cathedral Heights

3901 Cathedral Ave NW Unit 518, Washington, DC

Homes for Sale in Washington, DC

This home is located at 3901 Cathedral Ave NW Unit 518, Washington, DC 20016 and is currently priced at $305,000, approximately $383 per square foot. This property was built in 1938. 3901 Cathedral Ave NW Unit 518 is a home located in District of Columbia with nearby schools including Eaton Elementary School, Hardy Middle School, and Jackson Reed High School.

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