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$975,000

5019 Illinois Ave

Washington, DC
ACTIVE-BRIGHT
5
Bedrooms
3.5
Bathrooms
2,434
Square Feet
0.03
Lot Size (acres)
1925
Year Built
13
Days On Market

Welcome to 5019 Illinois Avenue NW, a fully renovated brick Colonial townhouse in the heart of Petworth. Updated top to bottom in 2026, this home has been completely reimagined with brand-new finishes, fixtures, and systems throughout. It is truly move-in ready. The home offers 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths across three finished levels. The bright, open main level is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, with natural light throughout. Upstairs, the bedrooms are generously sized, and the baths are freshly finished with modern style. The fully finished lower level has its own rear entrance, giving you the flexibility to use it as a recreation room, home office, or guest suite. The classic brick exterior keeps the timeless character Petworth is known for. A private driveway provides off-street parking, with additional on-street parking available. Enjoy everything Petworth has to offer, from tree-lined streets and neighborhood cafes to local shops, parks, and a strong sense of community. Convenient public transit provides easy access to downtown and beyond.

Listing Information

Listing Updated
7 days ago
Listed By
Mahamed Bushara, 2024924542 · Real Broker, LLC, 8554500442
MLS#
DCDC2288002
Source
Bright
Status
ACTIVE-BRIGHT

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
5019 Illinois Ave, Washington, DC 20011
City
Washington
County
Washington
Neighborhood
PETWORTH
Zip Code
20011

Architecture

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3.5
Year Built
1925
Style
Colonial
Construction Materials
Brick
Building Area
2,434 sq. ft.
Foundation
Block
Levels
Three Or More
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Features
Driveway, On Street

Features & Amenities

Appliances
Electric Water Heater
Cooling
Central Air, Gas
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas

Property Features

Lot Size
0.03 Acres
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Above Grade
1,635 sq. ft.
Total
2,434 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$975,000
Annual Taxes
$5,469

Schools

100/100
John Lewis Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.4 mi
City
Washington
Students
303
Student body
56% Black · 32% Hispanic / Latino · 7% White
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(202) 576-6226
100/100
Roosevelt High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 0.6 mi
City
Washington
Students
482
Student body
62% Black · 36% Hispanic / Latino · 1% White
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(202) 576-6130
99/100
Washington Latin PCS - Upper School
High · Grades 09–12 · 0.6 mi
City
Washington
Students
321
Student body
56% Black · 27% White · 13% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
23%
Phone
(202) 223-1111
75/100
Dorothy I. Height Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.6 mi
City
Washington
Students
480
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
54% Black · 41% Hispanic / Latino · 4% White
Phone
(202) 723-4100
73/100
Truesdell Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.7 mi
City
Washington
Students
470
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
65% Hispanic / Latino · 30% Black · 4% White
Phone
(202) 576-6202
65/100
Latin American Montessori Bilingual PCS
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.5 mi
City
Washington
Students
533
Parent reviews
3.7★ avg · 6 reviews
Student body
43% White · 27% Hispanic / Latino · 16% Black
Phone
(202) 726-6200
63/100
Washington Latin PCS - Middle School
Middle · Grades 05–08 · 0.6 mi
City
Washington
Students
381
Parent reviews
3.5★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
45% White · 37% Black · 9% Hispanic / Latino
Phone
(202) 223-1111
57/100
Paul PCS - International High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 0.7 mi
City
Washington
Students
466
Student body
62% Black · 37% Hispanic / Latino · 1% Asian
Phone
(202) 291-7499

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
10/16/2026Listed for sale$975,000

Listed by Mahamed Bushara · Real Broker, LLC · 8554500442

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Bright. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: October 22, 2026 at 4:11 AM | Source: Bright | MLS#: DCDC2288002

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