Positioned at the heart of Capitol Hill, this beautifully remodeled home invites you to live both indoors and out with ease – Welcome to 655 E Street SE! Every detail of this recent remodel has been thoughtfully considered to elevate your life. Sleek, contemporary finishing is combined with intelligent home features to deliver a living experience rich in modern conveniences. And a retractable glass wall opens to your personal garden creating a seamless flow from the sunlit interior to a private, landscaped patio – a rare luxury on Capitol Hill. Consider starting the day with a quiet morning coffee and concluding with an evening dinner party. This space adapts beautifully to any moment. Located just steps from Eastern Market, Brent Elementary and the Capitol Complex, this home offers the convenience of proximity, the refinement of modern living and the privacy of your personal outdoor retreat. Bienvenue!
TownhomeProperty Type
1962Year Built
1,812 sq ftLot Size
$1,219Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jonathan Hunt• Coldwell Banker Realty - Washington
Est. $4,239 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 655 E St SE
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #DCDC2269282
Jul 24, 2026
Sold
$1,920,000
$1,219/sq ft
Jun 26, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 25, 2026
Listed
$1,868,000
$1,186/sq ft
Jun 22, 2026
Coming Soon
$1,868,000
$1,186/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DCDC475722
Jul 27, 2020
Sold
$1,250,000
$794/sq ft
Jul 4, 2020
Pending
—
Jul 3, 2020
Listed
$1,300,000
$825/sq ft
VERY RARE OPPORTUNITY for 3BR/2.5BA in PRIME Capitol Hill location awaiting your touch. Property in solid condition awaiting your cosmetic refurbishment or redevelop potentially into up to a 5 BR/4.5BA home. Tremendous opportunity to Add Value and get exactly what in want in a location and in your home. Perfect for Home Owner who knows how to get things done! FEATURES: Hardwood floors, bay windows, private landscaped patio/garden, fireplace, well sized bedrooms, high ceiling full basement, big attic w/ development potential, central HVAC, fireplace , attached one car garage and more. All this located steps to Eastern Market, METRO, Barracks Row, Schools, Parks to have it all! Property Vacant and can be shown by Appt with LA Only and following all COVIID Protocol
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 Attached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Built In, Inside Access
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Driveway - # of Spaces: 1
Attached Garage, Driveway, Off Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On 1st Lower Level: 1
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
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Gas/Propane
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Connecting Stairway, Fully Finished
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 650
Accessibility Features: Other
Improvement Assessed Value: $571,700
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick, Block
Foundation Details: Block, Slab, Other
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Semi-Detached
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $748,560
Soil Types: Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,575
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 650
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $10,286
Tax Assessed Value: $1,320,260
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $10,286
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ductless/Mini-Split
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air, Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Electric
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
Directions: Two (2) blocks south of Eastern Market at the corner of 7th Street SE and E Street SE.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,575
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1,812 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1962
Year Renovated: —
County: District of Columbia
APN: 0877 0883
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Brent Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
10/10
Jefferson Middle School Academy
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
5/10
Eastern High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
3/10
Provided by GreatSchools
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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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Historical weather
Washington, DC • 20003
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 12% for direct sun exposure in Washington. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.8 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.73M – $2.09M
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