4837 Western Avenue Northwest, Washington
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Quick answers
- Does 4837 Western Avenue Northwest have open permits or code violations?
- DC Department of Buildings lists 7 permits, 6 not closed, and 0 violations.
- What is the 2026 conforming loan limit in District of Columbia?
- $1,249,125 for a single-unit home, per FHFA. Larger loans are jumbo loans.
- Is radon a problem here?
- EPA radon zone 1, the highest potential. Test for radon before you buy.
- What natural disasters is 4837 Western Avenue Northwest at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area very low overall.
Permits and code violations
6 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner.
- Construction Oct 2026Permit issued
In-kind structural repair due to concealed water damage: replace deteriorated lvl header and post on the front north corner of the home, matching original size, grade, and structural specifications. install temporary shoring as required during member replacement. replace water-damaged plywood wall sheathing and insulation as needed. install new weather-resistant barrier, reinstall existing windows, and replace james hardie siding as needed to match existing. all work per the structural engineer stamped documentation and applicable dc construction codes.
- Construction Dec 2025Permit issued
Install 25' of 4'h picket fence with a single gate on right hand side when facing property, 28' of 4'h picket fence with a single gate on rear of property, and two small fence sections on left hand side when facing property.
- Post card Jan 2025Permit issued
- Construction Jan 2025Permit issued
Solar panel install on roof
- Supplemental Jan 2025Permit issued
Electrical trade permit
- Supplemental Jun 2024Completed
Mechanical trade permit
- Construction May 2024Expired
The scope of work is to install new hvac system, no change in use, egress or occupancy.
DC Department of Buildings
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Very Low
No single natural hazard ranks high for this area.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Radon potential
High
Average indoor levels here can exceed 4 pCi/L, EPA's action level. A $15 test kit settles it before you buy.
EPA and USGS Geologic Radon Potential Map
Wildfire risk
Very Low
Wildfire risk is low enough that standard home insurance usually covers it.
FEMA National Risk Index
Nearest public schools
2,700 ft
AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Spring Valley (2,700 ft), Westbrook Elementary (2,900 ft), Janney ES (4,500 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.6 mi
Reagan National (DCA). Aircraft may be audible under approach paths.
FAA large-hub airports
Conforming loan limit 2026
$1,249,125
District of Columbia. Mortgages up to this amount qualify for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac pricing. Above it, the loan is a jumbo with stricter terms.
FHFA Conforming Loan Limit Values, one-unit
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What's worth checking in person before deciding.
- This is a house, not an apartment. Check the lot boundaries, car access, and how water drains from the yard after rain, including whether the neighboring lot sits higher and could send water toward the property.
- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- Check the condition of the fence, yard, and sidewalk out front: who is responsible for upkeep, and whether there are any boundary disputes with neighbors.
- Ask what heating system is in place (own boiler, wood, gas) and request the last winter month's bills.
- Knock on a neighboring gate and ask about noise, pets, flooding, or other issues common in the area.
- Check the roof, gutters, and downspouts for signs of leaks or recent repairs, especially if it has rained recently.
- Check the sewer connection (public network or septic tank) and the water source (public network or well), including pressure and water quality.
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