$1,499,000

1409 DECATUR STREET NW, WASHINGTON, DC, 20011

  • 3,855sq ft
  • 6Beds
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Active

Key Details

Description

Gorgeous and expansive American Foursquare filled with sunlight in coveted 16th Street Heights. Set on an incredible lot with a rare, flat side yard, this beautifully scaled home offers more than 3,800 square feet across four finished levels, blending timeless architecture with flexible modern living. With 6 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, an attached garage, and solar panels, this home is truly not to be missed. Step from the wide and welcoming front porch into a large entry foyer with built-ins for convenient storage. A brick fireplace greets you as you move into the double living room, a bright and inviting space flooded with natural light. The living room overlooks an elegant side porch that leads directly to the large side lawn and garden, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. The generous dining room easily accommodates ten, and is perfect for hosting gatherings. Just beyond, the kitchen offers abundant counter space and cabinetry for all your storage and prep needs, along with stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar for casual dining. A laundry room on the main floor completes the level. The second level features three large bedrooms, each with multiple exposures that fill the rooms with natural light. The spacious primary suite includes a large walk-in closet and an en-suite bathroom with double vanities. A well-appointed hall bath serves the additional bedrooms on this level. Above, the third floor feels like a respite in the sky, with windows on all sides and skylights that flood the space with light. The open layout offers tremendous flexibility, with multiple areas that can easily serve as additional bedrooms, play space, studio space, or work-from-home areas. The finished basement adds even more versatility, featuring a kitchen, large common living and dining area, bedroom with walk-in closet, full bath, additional laundry, and a separate office, along with access to the attached garage - ideal for guests, extended family, or potential income opportunities. Location puts the best of the city right at your fingertips. A short stroll down the street brings you to neighborhood favorites like Zeke's Coffee, The Highlands, Atxondo, and other beloved local cafe9;s and eateries. Continue a bit further to enjoy the vibrant dining scene along Upshur Street in Petworth, as well as the Petworth Library and the Georgia Ave-Petworth Metro for easy commuting. Outdoor and recreation lovers will appreciate close proximity to the trails of Rock Creek Park, the fields and tennis courts at Carter Barron, the beloved Hamilton Street Park, and Upshur Pool. The block itself is known for its strong sense of community, with neighbors frequently hosting gatherings and participating in DC Porchfest. Previous listing reflects square footage of 3,855 SF. Square footage is approximate and should not be used for property valuation.

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Location

Features

  • Days on market: 65
  • List Date: March 26, 2026
  • Subdivision: 16TH STREET HEIGHTS
  • County: WASHINGTON
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Bathrooms: 3 full , 1 half
  • Property Type: Single Family Residential
  • Total taxes: 10,278
  • Basement Type:
  • Listing ID: DCDC2246892
  • Architecture Style: Craftsman

Schools

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Rating Name Type Level Grades Address
NA Private Elementary PK-7 2422 K St NW, Washington, DC20037

Grade Span: PK - 7

Admission: Private

Address: 2422 K St NW, Washington, DC20037

Phone: 202-495-0507

Teachers: 6

Students: 20

Ratio: 3:1 Students/Teacher

Gender: 45% Male / 55% Female

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NA Private Elementary PK-6 2700 27th St NW, Washington, DC20008

Grade Span: PK - 6

Admission: Private

Address: 2700 27th St NW, Washington, DC20008

Phone: 202-387-2700

Teachers: 11

Students: 71

Ratio: 7:1 Students/Teacher

Gender: 49% Male / 51% Female

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NA Private Elementary PK-8 3825 Klingle Pl NW, Washington, DC20016

Grade Span: PK - 8

Admission: Private

Address: 3825 Klingle Pl NW, Washington, DC20016

Phone: 202-460-9076

Website: http://www.annunciationschool.net/

Teachers: 21

Students: 121

Ratio: 6:1 Students/Teacher

Gender: 60% Male / 40% Female

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NA Private Secondary 9-12 4300 Harewood Rd NE, Washington, DC20017

Grade Span: 9 - 12

Admission: Private

Address: 4300 Harewood Rd NE, Washington, DC20017

Phone: 202-529-0900

Teachers: 27

Students: 383

Ratio: 14:1 Students/Teacher

Gender: 57% Male / 43% Female

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NA Private Combined Elementary/Secondary 1-11 1600 Jonquil St NW, Washington, DC20012

Grade Span: 1 - 11

Admission: Private

Address: 1600 Jonquil St NW, Washington, DC20012

Phone: 301-593-4343

Teachers: 4

Students: 21

Ratio: 5:1 Students/Teacher

Gender: 67% Male / 33% Female

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NA Private Elementary KG-5 1801 Mississippi Ave SE, Washington, DC20020

Grade Span: KG - 5

Admission: Private

Address: 1801 Mississippi Ave SE, Washington, DC20020

Phone: 202-678-1515

Teachers: 10

Students: 71

Ratio: 7:1 Students/Teacher

Gender: 100% Male

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NA Private Elementary KG-5 1801 Mississippi Ave SE, Washington, DC20020

Grade Span: KG - 5

Admission: Private

Address: 1801 Mississippi Ave SE, Washington, DC20020

Phone: 202-678-1515

Teachers: 6

Students: 83

Ratio: 14:1 Students/Teacher

Gender: 100% Male

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NA Private Elementary KG-8 5841 Chevy Chase Pkwy NW, Washington, DC20015

Grade Span: KG - 8

Admission: Private

Address: 5841 Chevy Chase Pkwy NW, Washington, DC20015

Phone: 202-966-6682

Teachers: 39

Students: 508

Ratio: 13:1 Students/Teacher

Gender: 49% Male / 51% Female

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NA Private Combined Elementary/Secondary PK-12 2001 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC20007

Grade Span: PK - 12

Admission: Private

Address: 2001 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC20007

Phone: 202-829-3700

Teachers: 44

Students: 478

Ratio: 11:1 Students/Teacher

Gender: 46% Male / 54% Female

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NA Private Elementary PK-KG 5608 Broad Branch Rd NW, Washington, DC20015

Grade Span: PK - KG

Admission: Private

Address: 5608 Broad Branch Rd NW, Washington, DC20015

Phone: 202-232-2233

Teachers: 2

Students: 2

Ratio: 1:1 Students/Teacher

Gender: 50% Male / 50% Female

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NA Private Elementary PK-8 210 S Carolina Ave SE, Washington, DC20003

Grade Span: PK - 8

Admission: Private

Address: 210 S Carolina Ave SE, Washington, DC20003

Phone: 202-355-4498

Website: http://www.chds.org/

Teachers: 35

Students: 203

Ratio: 6:1 Students/Teacher

Gender: 54% Male / 46% Female

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NA Private Elementary 2-6 725 8th St SE, Washington, DC20003

Grade Span: 2 - 6

Admission: Private

Address: 725 8th St SE, Washington, DC20003

Phone: 202-878-6917

Teachers: 3

Students: 12

Ratio: 5:1 Students/Teacher

Gender: 67% Male / 33% Female

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NA Private Elementary KG-6 201 Allison St NW Ste B, Washington, DC20011

Grade Span: KG - 6

Admission: Private

Address: 201 Allison St NW Ste B, Washington, DC20011

Phone: 202-722-1520

Website: http://www.cfmschool.org/

Teachers: 12

Students: 104

Ratio: 9:1 Students/Teacher

Gender: 48% Male / 52% Female

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NA Private Combined Elementary/Secondary KG-12 3742 Ely Pl SE, Washington, DC20019

Grade Span: KG - 12

Admission: Private

Address: 3742 Ely Pl SE, Washington, DC20019

Phone: 202-575-0027

Teachers: 18

Students: 160

Ratio: 9:1 Students/Teacher

Gender: 48% Male / 52% Female

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NA Private Elementary PK-KG 301 A St SE, Washington, DC20003

Grade Span: PK - KG

Admission: Private

Address: 301 A St SE, Washington, DC20003

Phone: 202-294-4799

Teachers: 2

Students: 4

Ratio: 2:1 Students/Teacher

Gender: 50% Male / 50% Female

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NA Private Combined Elementary/Secondary 6-12 4101 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC20008

Grade Span: 6 - 12

Admission: Private

Address: 4101 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC20008

Phone: 202-362-8882

Teachers: 44

Students: 333

Ratio: 8:1 Students/Teacher

Gender: 45% Male / 55% Female

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NA Private Elementary PK-1 4473 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC20008

Grade Span: PK - 1

Admission: Private

Address: 4473 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC20008

Phone: 202-966-7747

Website: http://www.franklinmontessori.com/

Teachers: 4

Students: 8

Ratio: 2:1 Students/Teacher

Gender: 100% Male

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NA Private Combined Elementary/Secondary 6-12 2000 Florida Ave NW, Washington, DC20009

Grade Span: 6 - 12

Admission: Private

Address: 2000 Florida Ave NW, Washington, DC20009

Phone: 202-244-0639

Teachers: 15

Students: 42

Ratio: 3:1 Students/Teacher

Gender: 67% Male / 33% Female

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NA Private Combined Elementary/Secondary PK-12 4200 Davenport St NW, Washington, DC20016

Grade Span: PK - 12

Admission: Private

Address: 4200 Davenport St NW, Washington, DC20016

Phone: 202-295-6127

Teachers: 149

Students: 1053

Ratio: 7:1 Students/Teacher

Gender: 47% Male / 53% Female

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NA Private Elementary PK-KG 1041 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC20007

Grade Span: PK - KG

Admission: Private

Address: 1041 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC20007

Phone: 202-337-8058

Teachers: 1

Students: 3

Ratio: 3:1 Students/Teacher

Gender: 67% Male / 33% Female

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NA Private Secondary 9-12 1524 35th St NW, Washington, DC20007

Grade Span: 9 - 12

Admission: Private

Address: 1524 35th St NW, Washington, DC20007

Phone: 202-337-3350

Website: http://www.visi.org/

Teachers: 46

Students: 509

Ratio: 11:1 Students/Teacher

Gender: / 100% Female

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NA Private Secondary 9-12 19 I St NW, Washington, DC20001

Grade Span: 9 - 12

Admission: Private

Address: 19 I St NW, Washington, DC20001

Phone: 202-336-7100

Website: http://www.gonzaga.org/

Teachers: 68

Students: 956

Ratio: 14:1 Students/Teacher

Gender: 100% Male

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NA Private Elementary PK-8 1325 36th St NW, Washington, DC20007

Grade Span: PK - 8

Admission: Private

Address: 1325 36th St NW, Washington, DC20007

Phone: 202-337-2339

Teachers: 32

Students: 314

Ratio: 10:1 Students/Teacher

Gender: 47% Male / 53% Female

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NA Private Secondary 9-12 801 Buchanan St NE, Washington, DC20017

Grade Span: 9 - 12

Admission: Private

Address: 801 Buchanan St NE, Washington, DC20017

Phone: 202-281-2700

Teachers: 7

Students: 44

Ratio: 6:1 Students/Teacher

Gender: 61% Male / 39% Female

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NA Private Combined Elementary/Secondary 6-12 4301 Harewood Rd NE, Washington, DC20017

Grade Span: 6 - 12

Admission: Private

Address: 4301 Harewood Rd NE, Washington, DC20017

Phone: 202-424-3780

Website: http://www.kirovacademydc.org/

Teachers: 11

Students: 77

Ratio: 7:1 Students/Teacher

Gender: 21% Male / 79% Female

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