Welcome to 56 R St NE! This 2-unit rowhome boasts over 3,000 square feet with modern amenities in Eckington, just over the border between NW and NE. Set back, the lot houses a deep, grassy front yard, and even allows for parking in the rear. With a wide floor plan and high ceilings, the gracious main level features an open concept flow, with a generous living room with powder room, contemporary kitchen with granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with windows galore. Upstairs, the primary suite has been renovated to the nines, with vaulted ceilings measuring over 12 feet in height, a stylish bathroom with soaking tub, and storage galore! With southern facing windows, the afternoon sunlight dances into this peaceful oasis. Two full-sized bedrooms, a full bathroom, and laundry closet follow the acid-washed brick wall to the rear of the home. In the lower level, a separately metered apartment with separate front and rear entrances highlights the great investment potential that this rowhome offers. With 2 bedrooms and one bathroom, similar AirBnb apartments in this area average $186/night, or live in one unit and rent out the other to offset the mortgage! With a walk score of 91, and close proximity to transit, NoMA, Bloomingdale/LeDroit, and all the new retail/shopping at Eckington Yards (Brooklyn Boulders, Union Kitchen, and more!). Be sure to schedule your visit today!
TownhomeProperty Type
1905Year Built
1,620 sq ftLot Size
$395Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by James T. Kim• Corcoran McEnearney
•202-903-2200 (broker)
•dhowell@mcenearney.com (broker)
Bought with Non Member NON MEMBER• Non Subscribing Office
Welcome to 56 R St NE! This 2-unit rowhome boasts over 3,000 square feet with modern amenities in Eckington, just over the border between NW and NE. Set back, the lot houses a deep, grassy front yard, and even allows for parking in the rear. With a wide floor plan and high ceilings, the gracious main level features an open concept flow, with a generous living room with powder room, contemporary kitchen with granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with windows galore. Upstairs, the primary suite has been renovated to the nines, with vaulted ceilings measuring over 12 feet in height, a stylish bathroom with soaking tub, and storage galore! With southern facing windows, the afternoon sunlight dances into this peaceful oasis. Two full-sized bedrooms, a full bathroom, and laundry closet follow the acid-washed brick wall to the rear of the home. In the lower level, a separately metered apartment with separate front and rear entrances highlights the great investment potential that this rowhome offers. With 2 bedrooms and one bathroom, similar AirBnb apartments in this area average $186/night, or live in one unit and rent out the other to offset the mortgage! With a walk score of 91, and close proximity to transit, NoMA, Bloomingdale/LeDroit, and all the new retail/shopping at Eckington Yards (Brooklyn Boulders, Union Kitchen, and more!). Be sure to schedule your visit today!
BRIGHT MLS #DCDC2062492
Sep 12, 2022
Sold
$1,250,000
$405/sq ft
Aug 24, 2022
Contingent
—
Aug 11, 2022
Listed
$1,250,000
$405/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1001348657
Dec 23, 2015
Sold
$940,000
$305/sq ft
+14
FULLY GUT-RENOVATED 5BR 3.5BA GLORIOUSLY SPACIOUS classic Federal townhome in Eckington/Noma with all-new EVERYTHING, recessed lighting, fireplaces galore, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, Vaulted Master Bedroom Suite and Huge 2BR separately metered In-Law Suite. Within walking distance of tons of amenities: Shopping, Amtrak, award-winning dining, and just a 5 min walk to Metro
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1,620 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2015
Sq. Ft.
2,086
Year built
1905
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
District of Columbia
APN
3524 0026
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
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Driveway - # of Spaces: 1
Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On 1st Lower Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Energy Efficient Appliances, Range Hood, Washer
Laundry Type: Upper Floor, Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Fully Finished, Rear Entrance, Front Entrance
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1000
Improvement Assessed Value: $754,870
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good, Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2016
Building Information
# of Levels (Total): 3
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Slab
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Interior Townhouse/Rowhouse
Exterior Information
Fencing: Decorative, Wrought Iron
Lot Information
Lot Features: Front Yard
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $397,310
Soil Types: Urban Land Not Rated
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,086
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,000
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $9,286
Tax Assessed Value: $1,152,180
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $9,286
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
In City Limits
Cross Street: First St
Directions: North Capitol Headed North, Make Right on R St NE. If using GPS, make sure it says 20002, or it will send you to the wrong address.
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,086
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1,620 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1905
Year Renovated: 2015
County: District of Columbia
APN: 3524 0026
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Langley Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
2/10
McKinley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.1mi
4/10
Dunbar High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
3/10
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