Welcome to this exquisite, fully transformed Victorian townhouse in the heart of Eckington. Originally built in 1909 and masterfully renovated in 2026, this residence offers a seamless blend of historic character and modern sophistication. Step inside to an open-concept main level adorned with solid hardwood floors, high ceilings, recessed lighting, stunning exposed brick walls, and built-in speakers—creating a warm, inviting ambiance perfect for entertaining or relaxing by the electric fireplace. The gourmet chef's kitchen features high-end stainless steel appliances, a built-in microwave, premium quartz countertops, and a dedicated pantry for ample storage. Natural light floods the upper level through a striking architectural skylight, illuminating the bright living spaces and beautifully appointed bathrooms boasting high-end finishes and walk-in showers. This home is built for climate comfort with a comprehensive dual HVAC system, new roof. The fully finished lower level is an absolute standout. Featuring front and rear entrances, its own separate HVAC system, a private bedroom and full bath, an additional extra room great for storage, an office, or a home gym, a living/dining area, and dedicated washer/dryer hookups, this space is ideal as a guest suite, home office, or premium rental unit. Exceptional modern upgrades include energy-efficient double-pane windows, a sump pump with a waterproofing system, and a secure parking garage equipped with an electric vehicle (EV) charging station, remote roll-up gate . Venture outside to your private outdoor oasis featuring a deck and patio, ideal for al fresco dining. Located just minutes from the vibrant new Reservoir Park (McMillan) Community Center, parks, the Harry Thomas rec center (to be completely renovated in 2027), local shops, popular restaurants, the seasonal farmers market, and easy Metro access, with a bus stop steps away and around a two-mile walk to the Capitol, this home delivers the pinnacle of connected D. C. living.
TownhomeProperty Type
1909Year Built
1,547 sq ftLot Size
$468Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Rene Sejas• Spring Hill Real Estate, LLC.
Eckington, located between NoMa and Bloomingdale, is a residential and industrial Washington neighborhood with brick rowhouses and warehouse blocks. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Metropolitan Branch Trail at R Street NE, where cyclists, dog walkers, and patio tables thread past converted industrial buildings. Tree-lined side streets mix early-20th-century porches with newer mid-rise apartments near North Capitol Street. Union Market’s food halls and makers set a culinary tone nearby, while the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema anchors movie nights in NoMa. Alethia Tanner Park adds lawns and courts beside the trail. Rail lines and wide arterials frame the edges, giving the area a distinctly urban geometry.
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Market insights
13 Rhode Island Ave NE · $1,170,000
SALE-TO-LIST
98.4%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$1,170,000
Median sale price in this area is $808,337. (31% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
23% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Interior features
Dining area
Open floor plan
Pantry
Sound system
Recessed lighting
Walk-in shower
Tub/shower
9-foot-plus ceilings
Brick and drywall walls
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms: 3 on the upper level and 1 on the lower level
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms: 2 on the upper level and 1 on the lower level
1 half bathroom on the main level
Kitchen
Built-in microwave
Dishwasher
Disposal
Electric oven and stove
Range hood
Refrigerator
Stainless steel appliances
Laundry & utility
Stacked washer and dryer in unit
Laundry hookups on the upper and lower floors
Electric water heater
Flooring
Solid hardwood
Ceramic tile
Heating & cooling
Hot water heating
Electric heating
Central air conditioning
Electric heat pump cooling
Exterior features
Deck
Porch
Patio
Exterior lighting
Gutter system
Wood privacy fence
Home design
Three stories
Parking
One-car rear-entry garage with garage door opener
Concrete driveway
On-street parking
Electric vehicle charging station
Fenced, secure parking
Construction
Brick construction
Slab foundation
Flat roof
Double-hung, double-pane energy-efficient windows
Skylights
Major renovation in 2026
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity available
Natural gas available
Cable TV available
HOA & community
Pets allowed with no pet restrictions
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
THIS HISTORIC HOME, BUILT IN 1910 AND LOCATED IN THE POPULAR ECKINGTON COMMUNITY, IS PATIENTLY WAITING FOR THE VISION AND CREATIVITY OF ITS NEW OWNER TO BRING NEW LIFE. LOCATED NEAR THE INTERSECTION OF RHODE ISLAND AVE AND NORTH CAPITAL STREETS, IT'S A SHORT DRIVE SOUTH INTO THE HEART OF THE NATIONS CAPITOL ALONG NORTH CAPITOL STREET, OR EAST ALONG RHODE ISLAND AVE. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION TO ANYWHERE IN THE CITY IS JUST A FEW STEPS AWAY. IF YOU'RE SEARCHING FOR A GREAT REHAB PROJECT, THIS IS IT. THIS ESTATE PROPERTY IS BEING SOLD AS-IS.
Public Records
Feb 27, 1996
Sold
$92,000
$37/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 6, 1992
Sold
$50,000
$20/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 27, 1989
Sold
$51,000
$20/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,313 (+8.5%)
$451,110 + $291,580
$742,690
2025
$5,817 (+10.9%)
$451,110 + $291,580
$742,690
2024
$5,244 (+9.5%)
$448,880 + $280,380
$729,260
2023
$4,791 (+9.0%)
$446,630 + $274,440
$721,070
2022
$4,396 (+9.5%)
$430,920 + $264,900
$695,820
2021
$4,015 (+9.8%)
$394,130 + $266,170
$660,300
2020
$3,655 (+9.8%)
$388,300 + $247,480
$635,780
2019
$3,329 (+9.6%)
$346,310 + $229,940
$576,250
2018
$3,038 (+9.8%)
$331,910 + $222,030
$553,940
2017
$2,768 (+9.8%)
$331,910 + $222,030
$553,940
2016
$2,522 (+9.8%)
$307,170 + $210,670
$517,840
2015
$2,296 (+9.5%)
$213,550 + $160,710
$374,260
2014
$2,096 (+9.5%)
$167,730 + $150,930
$318,660
2013
$1,914 (+9.2%)
$167,730 + $150,930
$318,660
2012
$1,753 (+10.0%)
$169,180 + $133,520
$302,700
2011
$1,593 (+10.0%)
$158,610 + $146,060
$304,670
2010
$1,449 (+10.0%)
$166,780 + $146,370
$313,150
2009
$1,317
$185,020 + $159,570
$344,590
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1,547 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,624
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,624
Year built
1909
Style
Townhouse
County
District of Columbia
APN
3509 0065
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 24, 2026.
RF-1
Residential Flat Zone 1
The purpose of the RF-1 zone is to provide for areas predominantly developed with row houses on small lots within which no more than two dwelling units are permitted.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Religious facility
Healthcare
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Student
Public service
Educational/school
Library
Recreation
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