SOLD MAY 5, 2026

Sold on may 2026

$999,000

•

1,464

sq ft

511 2nd St SE, Washington, DC 20003

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Step into the charm of historic Capitol Hill with this delightful townhouse at 511 2nd St SE, nestled on a picturesque, tree-lined one-way street between Garfield and Province Parks. This inviting home offers 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 3 levels spanning 2,196 square feet (per DC tax record). Plus, it comes with the rare convenience of a ONE-CAR GARAGE, an urban treasure! The main level has an arched vestibule entryway with decorative iron front gate, hardwood floors, and high ceilings. Perfect for hosting or unwinding, it features a well-appointed kitchen with sweet bay-window breakfast nook area, ample storage space, and an open-concept living/dining area with cozy fireplace. Sliding glass doors let the sun shine in, and lead you to a private rear back deck, your personal oasis for morning coffee or evening gatherings. Upstairs, you'll find 2 generously sized bedrooms, each with ample natural light, and 2 full bathrooms. The lower level, partially finished, offers endless possibilities, whether you envision a home office, gym, or extra storage space. Located just 1 block to the highly sought-after new Brent Elementary (being rebuilt!), Capitol Hill Day School, St. Peter School, 2 blocks to Whole Foods, corner neighborhood grocery, Capitol South Metro and Pennsylvania Ave shops and dining, and 1 mile to Nationals Park, this home encourages exploring the best that Capitol Hill has to offer. This estate sale property is being offered * AS IS * - a perfect opportunity to make it your own and add your personal touch. Don't miss this chance to own a home in one of DC's most coveted neighborhood pockets! Square footage is approximate and should not be used for property valuation.

TownhomeProperty Type

1907Year Built

945 sq ftLot Size

$682Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Megan Shapiro • Compass

•202-545-6900 (broker)

Listed by Phil Guire • Compass

•202-545-6900 (broker)

Bought with Christine Gray • Fathom Realty

•703-441-7994 (broker)

•mworrilow@fathomrealty.com (broker)

Redfin checked: 4 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #DCDC2246734

Redfin Estimate

$1,163,199

$164K since sold in May 2026$21K since September

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This home's estimate is 12.3% higher than the average sale price ($1.04M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 17, 2026
$1,095,000
A
2 beds2 baths1,344 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 10, 2026
$960,000
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,458 sq ft
1105 G St SE, Washington, DC 20003
SOLD APR 15, 2026
$1,025,000
C
3 beds— baths1,425 sq ft
630 C St SE, Washington, DC 20003
SOLD APR 28, 2026
$850,000
D
2 beds2.5 baths1,264 sq ft
110 6th St SE, Washington, DC 20003
SOLD FEB 26, 2026
$1,260,000
E
2 beds2.5 baths1,326 sq ft
129 E St SE, Washington, DC 20003
SOLD BY REDFIN MAY 29, 2026
$1,027,000
F
2 beds2 baths1,729 sq ft
320 G St SE, Washington, DC 20003

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Market trends in Capitol Hill, DC

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.3%

1.3% MoM

Median sale price

$990K

$15K MoM

Avg. days on market

39d

5 days MoM

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Rental estimate

Est. $4,254 per month, based on comparable rentals

Sale and tax history for 511 2nd St SE

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$32,236 (+276.0%)

$563,000 + $552,460

$1,115,460

2025

$8,573 (+1.3%)

$563,000 + $552,460

$1,115,460

2024

$8,461 (+4.0%)

$554,440 + $543,990

$1,098,430

2023

$8,138 (+5.7%)

$551,680 + $530,810

$1,082,490

2022

$7,702 (+4.9%)

$531,070 + $510,310

$1,041,380

2021

$7,343 (+4.1%)

$498,560 + $486,200

$984,760

2020

$7,051 (+6.0%)

$488,690 + $451,590

$940,280

2019

$6,654 (+4.2%)

$444,450 + $413,250

$857,700

2018

$6,383 (+7.2%)

$421,720 + $402,610

$824,330

2017

$5,952 (+9.9%)

$419,270 + $395,520

$814,790

2016

$5,416 (+9.9%)

$419,270 + $395,520

$814,790

2015

$4,927 (+9.8%)

$347,340 + $397,950

$745,290

2014

$4,488 (+9.8%)

$280,240 + $428,310

$708,550

2013

$4,089 (+9.6%)

$280,240 + $428,310

$708,550

2012

$3,729 (+10.0%)

$280,490 + $392,390

$672,880

2011

$3,390 (+10.0%)

$255,580 + $419,960

$675,540

2010

$3,082 (+10.0%)

$259,020 + $383,310

$642,330

2009

$2,802

$269,790 + $365,580

$635,370

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

945 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1978

Sq. Ft.

1,464

Year built

1907

Style

Townhouse

County

District of Columbia

APN

0736 0133

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 24, 2026.

RF-1/CAP

CAP

Capitol Interest Residential Flat Zone 1

The purposes of the Capitol Interest Residential Flat (RF-1/CAP) zone are to: Promote and protect the public health, safety, and general welfare of the U.S. Capitol precinct and the area adjacent to this jurisdiction, in a manner consistent with the goals and mandates of the United States Congress in Title V of the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1976 (Master Plan for Future Development of the Capitol Grounds and Related Areas), approved July 25, 1975 (Pub. L. No. 94-59, 89 Stat. 288), and in accordance with the plan submitted to the Congress pursuant to the Act; Reflect the importance of and provide sufficient controls for the area adjacent to the U.S. Capitol; Provide particular controls for properties adjacent to the U.S. Capitol precinct and the area adjacent to this jurisdiction, having a well-recognized general public interest; and Restrict some of the permitted uses to reduce the possibility of harming the U.S. Capitol precinct and the area adjacent to this jurisdiction.

Zone overlays

Capitol Interest

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

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Rear Entry, Garage Door Opener
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Detached Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Interior Information
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven - Double, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet
Interior Features: Combination Dining/Living, Wood Floors, Built-Ins, Carpet, Dining Area
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Wall & Ceiling Types: Plaster Walls, Dry Wall, Brick

Room Information
Laundry Type: Main Floor, Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Brick

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Unfinished, Connecting Stairway, Shelving

Exterior

Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 732
Historic
Horse: No
Improvement Assessed Value: $552,460
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Interior Townhouse/Rowhouse
Other Structures: Garage(s)

Lot Information
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $563,000

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,464
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 732
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
City/Town Tax: $8,573
Tax Assessed Value: $1,115,460
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $8,573

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Central
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Municipal Trash: Yes

Location

School Information
School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
In City Limits
Cross Street: E St SE
Directions: East on Independence Ave to 2nd St SE. Right on 2nd St. to E St SE. On 2nd between Duddington Pl and E St SE.
Transportation: Airport less than 10 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Metro/Subway Station less than 1 mile, Commuter Rail Station less than 1 mile

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,464
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 945 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1907
Year Renovated: 1978
County: District of Columbia
APN: 0736 0133

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 24, 2026

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Schools

Brent Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

10/10

Jefferson Middle School Academy

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi

5/10

Eastern High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi

3/10

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

7/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 104° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

4/10 Wind Factor

16% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years

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Washington, DC • 20003

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Sun exposure

69/ 100

Moderate sunlight

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$1.11M – $1.34M

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Address	Redfin Estimate
503 2nd Street Southeast, Washington, DC 2 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 1464 Sq. Ft.	$1,126,550
509 2nd Street Southeast, Washington, DC 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1464 Sq. Ft.	$1,005,124

Address	Redfin Estimate
505 2nd Street Southeast, Washington, DC 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1464 Sq. Ft.	$1,171,058
513 2nd Street Southeast, Washington, DC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1412 Sq. Ft.	$1,180,198

Address	Redfin Estimate
507 2nd Street Southeast, Washington, DC 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2009 Sq. Ft.	$1,363,915
515 2nd Street Southeast, Washington, DC 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1988 Sq. Ft.	$1,255,000

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