Welcome to 5916 8th Street NE, a beautifully refreshed home nestled in the heart of sought-after Riggs Park! This spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence blends classic charm with modern updates throughout. Step into a bright, open living and dining space enhanced with refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint, and stylish finishes. The updated kitchen features ample cabinetry and direct access to the backyard-perfect for outdoor dining or gardening. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms and a full bath, while the lower level offers flexible space for a family room, home office, gym, or future guest suite. Recent improvements include updated flooring, fixtures, and enhanced lighting. Enjoy the private, fenced backyard with a covered porch, ideal for entertaining or relaxing in your own urban retreat. This home offers easy access to Fort Totten Metro, shopping, parks, and the new development at Art Place. With central A/C, natural gas heat, and a fantastic location near schools and public transit, this move-in ready home is a rare find in NE DC. Don't miss your chance to own a solid brick home in a growing neighborhood!
Property Features
Bedrooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 Bathrooms: 1
Interior Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Breakfast Area
- Combination Dining/Living
- Kitchen - Eat-In
- Wood Floors
Appliances
- Exhaust Fan
- Oven/Range - Gas
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central A/C
- Heating Features: 90% Forced Air
- Heating: Yes
Land Info
- Lot Size Acres: 0.07
- Lot Size Square Feet: 2924
Garage and Parking
- Parking Features: On Street
Homeowners Association
- Association: No
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 0
- Senior Community: No
School Information
- Elementary School: LASALLE - BACKUS EDUCATION CAMPUS
- High School: COOLIDGE
- Middle School: IDA B. WELLS
- School District: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 3919
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: WASHINGTON
- Disclaimer: Standard
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Property Subtype: townhouse
- Source Neighborhood: RIGGS PARK
- Postal Code Plus 4: 2714
- Subdivision: RIGGS PARK
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1416
- Year Built: 1953
- Above Grade Finished Area: 1024
- BelowGradeFinishedArea: 392
- Below Grade Unfinished Area: 120
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Levels: 3
- Property Age: 72
- Levels or Stories: 3
- Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
- Total Area Sqft: 1536
- Total Below Grade Area: 512
- Architectural Style: Traditional