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Washington D.C. Residential Purchase Agreement

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Updated July 18, 2025

A Washington D.C. residential purchase agreement is a contract made between a buyer and seller for the transfer of real estate ownership. The buyer agrees to purchase the property for the sales price and to close within a specific time period. In most cases, a closing occurs within 90 to 120 days.

State Laws

Seller Duties – The seller must provide the buyer with a signed and dated property disclosure statement before or at the time the purchase contract is executed.[1]

Buyer Rights – If the buyer does not receive the disclosure statement in the required timeframe, the buyer can terminate the purchase contract in writing within five days of receiving the disclosure statement. All deposits must be promptly returned to the buyer.[2]

Seller’s Disclosures (3)

Seller’s Property Disclosure Statement (required) – Required by law for a seller to complete and give to a buyer. This form is approved by the District of Columbia for use.

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Lead-Based Paint Disclosure (conditional) – Required for any residence that was constructed prior to January 1, 1978.[3]

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Lead-Based Paint Pamphlet (conditional) – Gives general information about lead-based paint for properties built before 1978.[4]

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Sample

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