1221 C St SE, Washington, DC 20003
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OFF MARKET

1221 C St SE
Washington, DC 20003

Capitol Hill
  • 2 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 864 sqft

$765,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 8, 2026

$765,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 8, 2026
2 Beds
1.5 Baths
864 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Townhouse
Year Built
1900
Living Area
864 sqft
Price/Sqft
$886
Parking
Open Parking

About this House

Complete Capitol Hill Charmer! Welcome to this unique urban retreat in a prime Capitol Hill location just blocks from Lincoln Park. This delightful 2-bedroom + 1 bonus room/den, 1.5-bathroom turn-of-the century classic spans three floors and offers a cozy yet modern living experience. Step inside to discover a beautifully renovated kitchen with custom woodwork, heated artisan tile floors, custom teak butcher block countertops, stainless steel appliances and plenty of cabinet storage. The first level also includes a dining area, powder room and full-size stacked washer and dryer fitted in custom built-in cabinets. Upstairs you will find the living room with working wood-burning fireplace and French doors opening to a Juliet balcony. This level also features a bedroom with reach-in closet storage. The top floor boasts an owner’s suite with primary bedroom, a second room perfect for a huge walk-in closet, nursery or home office as well as the full four piece bathroom with shower-over-tub. The attic is accessible by drop-down stairs and provides extra storage space. An extraordinary fenced south-facing garden and patio is perfect for enjoying morning coffee, dining al fresco and entertaining. A storage shed and additional outdoor living area with custom-built bar is found in the “bonus” space along South Carolina Ave.
 Approx. $100k in major updates ensure peace of mind, including a new roof and hot water heater (2021), HVAC system (2019), full exterior brick repointing and complete chimney rebuild and relining in 2022 and more. See list of upgrades for more details. Nestled in a vibrant community with convenient access to Metro, Eastern Market and all of the amenities of Capitol Hill, this home offers the perfect blend of historic charm and modern comforts. Don’t miss this opportunity to make this beautiful cottage your own urban sanctuary!
1221 C St SE, Washington, DC 20003 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 864 sqft townhouse in Capitol Hill, built in 1900. It last sold for $777,000 on Apr 28, 2025 (4% above the $750,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $765,500, with a rent estimate of $3,548/month.

Home Details for 1221 C St SE

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 864 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Range Hood, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater, Electric Water HeaterDishwasherDryerLaundry: Has Laundry,Washer In Unit,Dryer In UnitRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Brick, ScreenHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Levels: ThreeAccessibility: NoneFloors: Wood
View
Has a ViewView: City

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: PatioFencing: WoodOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeExterior: StorageNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: On Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 864 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: TownhouseStructure Type: Interior Row/TownhouseArchitecture: Federal
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1015/S/0002

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $750,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Apr 28 2025Possession Timing: Immediate

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: WASHINGTONCommunity: Capitol Hill
School Information
Elementary School District: District Of Columbia Public SchoolsJr High / Middle School District: District Of Columbia Public SchoolsHigh School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools

Building

Building Details
Builder Model: 2+BR IN-CITY COTTAGE
Building Area
Building Area: 864 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 350 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: DCDC2190152Above Grade Unfinished Area: 864
Last check for updates: about 24 hours ago
Listed by John Peters, (202) 230-8791
Compass
Bought with: Jean-Rodolphe de La Haye, (202) 374-9478, Compass
Co-Buyer's Agent: Toby Lim, (703) 479-9479, Compass
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DCDC2190152

Price History for 1221 C St SE

DatePriceEventSource
04/28/2025$777,000Sold
Bright MLS #DCDC2190152
04/16/2025$750,000PendingBright MLS #DCDC2190152
04/10/2025$750,000Listed For SaleBright MLS #DCDC2190152
09/01/2015$595,000Sold
N/A
07/22/2015$589,000PendingAgent Provided
07/19/2015$589,000PendingToActiveAgent Provided
07/15/2015$589,000PendingAgent Provided
07/10/2015$589,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/21/2006$510,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Capitol Hill

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$999K
$32.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.8%
Price per sq ft
$641
$15MoM
Available listings
152
15MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$5,655
Assessment$755,960
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1221 C St SE

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1203 C St SE, Washington, DC
0.02
Townhouse
$835,000
05/11/26
2
2.5
828
403 12th St SE, Washington, DC
0.14
Townhouse
$740,000
05/22/26
2
1
936
1215 Walter St SE, Washington, DC
0.06
Townhouse
$710,000
09/05/25
2
1
768
1220 C St SE, Washington, DC
0.02
Townhouse
$828,500
10/17/25
2
1.5
1,088
1019 S Carolina Ave SE, Washington, DC
0.15
Townhouse
$810,000
12/09/25
2
1
954
1224 Walter St SE, Washington, DC
0.08
Townhouse
$650,000
07/09/26
2
2
768
818 Independence Ave SE, Washington, DC
0.27
Townhouse
$925,000
10/30/25
2
2
1,170
1208 Walter St SE, Washington, DC
0.07
Townhouse
$875,000
09/29/25
2
2
1,088
316 11th St SE, Washington, DC
0.09
Townhouse
$825,000
04/20/26
3
1
996

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Neighborhood Overview

Capitol Hill
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What Locals Say about Capitol Hill

At least 298 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 98 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 96 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 93 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 91 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 88 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 80 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 77 % Say kids play outside

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 72 % Say parking is easy

  • 64 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 62 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 60 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 52 % Say there are community events

  • 47 % Say it's quiet

  • 30 % Say there's wildlife

  • 27 % Say car is needed

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    "Quiet, quaint, great community and neighborly. Easy to drive or walk. Close to so many restaurants and many grocery options. "
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    "Safety and be aware of your surroundings. Low crime in neighborhoods and police patrolling the areas. "
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    "the metro is kind of a far walk. but there's a lot of bus stops. so it kind of balances out. the bus lines that come through do so pretty often "
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    "We raised our kids here and they went to DC public schools. it is a great neighborhood. we can walk everywhere and we plan to live here when we retire."
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  • Trulia User
    "Very family friendly, and neighbors are always willing to help out fellow neighbors. Dog friendly, with dog park near by."
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    "Lots of dog owners and nice parks for the dogs to run around. Also, a very walkable neighborhood. That’s all. "
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    "There is access to public transportation (buses and metro) as well as bike shares. Streets are easily drivable with street parking"
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  • David K
    "Neighbors know each other and their kids play as if in the suburbs. Hard to find larger properties. Properties over 3000 sq ft are hard to find for families. "
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  • Trulia User
    "A truly wonderful neighborhood...walk to work, theater, church, b grocery and hardware, subway and train an easy walk...the way people should live..not car centric! people centric!"
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  • Trulia User
    "very quick, 15 mins max. Easily one of the best parts about living in Capitol Hill. multiple metro stations are walkable, there are bike shares everywhere, as are their rentable scooters / e-bikes."
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  • Trulia User
    "Great families, sights, mature landscape, parking, and sidewalks that are perfect for strollers and dog walks "
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    "This is a pet friendly neighborhood. There is plenty of places to walk your dog and a few dog parks in the area. "
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  • Trulia User
    "easy neighborhood walks, not a lot of good dog parks though, very responsible owners for the most part. "
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  • Trulia User
    "The best neighborhood in DC! Walking distance to nats park, eastern market, navy yard, the waterfront, and the gorgeous Capitol. The location is so central - it’s the perfect place to live."
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  • Trulia User
    "A village in the larger city. Beautiful historic homes,great gardens, great access to public transportation 395 and 295."
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  • Trulia User
    "Lots of other doggos around. Nearby to numerous parks. Safe area to go on walks. Many houses have front and or back yards."
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  • Laverne B.
    "I’ve been in Capitol Hill for about 4045 years it’s a lovely place to liveI love what they have done to Capitol Hill totally different scenery is a beautiful place Thank you"
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  • Fairmichaelj
    "Live how safe I feel in this neighborhood. Walking distance to great restaraunts and shopping. 2 blocks from the Nation's Capital."
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  • Fairmichaelj
    "nice neighborhood. walking distance to great restaraunts. Close to the national mall and all the museums. Market is very close by. "
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  • Millerar
    "I love it here. Walkable, friendly neighborhood. Great restaurants nearby. Public transportation is plentiful. "
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  • Kevin K.
    "Capitol Hill is extremely livable. You can walk just about everywhere. You don’t need a car because everything you need is within walking distance. There are tremendously nice houses and plenty of affordable apartments. "
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  • Luvdaflix
    "Many responsible and courteous dog owners in this community. Most owners walk animals on lease and are typically friendly."
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  • Miah A. C.
    "Its’s both residential and walkable with lots of character. Very accessible to public transportation and close to DC attractions."
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  • Lewmotion
    "Easy access to downtown via Metro. Uber/Lyft always available, but not always faster than metro during peak commute times. Living in Capitol Hill, without a dedicated garage/parking, street parking can be challenging."
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  • Ahmad L.
    "Friendly neighbors and well behaved pets. Been here a week and feels like home already. Lots of (various breeds) dogs around. "
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  • Katie G.
    "My place is just a couple minutes walk from both the Eastern Market and Capitol South stations on the Orange/Silver/Blue lines. It’s very convenient!"
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  • Anna V.
    "Dog walking is great, but there’s not a dog park nearby which is a little unfortunate but not the end of the world. "
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  • Elaine M.
    "Lots of parks and other dog owners. Very dog friendly area, restaurants are dog friendly. Local vet in area. "
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  • AK
    "This area is great for families. I always see parents and their kids out/about (lots of amazing dogs as well). There are 2 great parks nearby and 2 charter schools. "
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  • Cristina B.
    "We love Capitol Hill! It is perfect for young families and young couples with dogs. It has a very residential feel but with bars and restaurants only 10min walking by foot. Everyone is quite friendly and it’s very family friendly with lots of activities for kids!"
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  • Ann S.
    "Events at the Marine Commandant’s house, walking distance to Nat’s park, Barracks Row events, local running groups all make this neighborhood feel like a community! "
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  • Christina X.
    "The diversity in groups settings, the neighbors, etc. Great people to live & share a community with. "
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  • Cristina B.
    "It’s a great neighborhood for kids and families! An awesome listserve and lots of supportive parents. Easy to make friends!"
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  • Alicia D.
    "Capitol Hill is a very residential area that is easily walkable to everything metropolitan. It’s like a quiet suburban bubble in the middle of everything you need. "
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  • Chris
    "Halloween on East Capitol St, Summer movies in the parks, spontaneous folk music on the sidewalk, Eastern Market flea market, Marine Corps and Rock and Roll Marathon, 7th street festival, Corner Cafe and much more..."
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  • Miperry08
    "Nice neighborhood, friendly neighbors and commute to get around easy. Close store and restaurants convenient."
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  • Meyerjennifer27
    "There are many families and nice parks. Neighbors do look out for one another and there is a sense of community "
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  • Liza
    "there are plenty of events including markets, restaurants, fairs, parks, dog walks, people running, music festivals, food festivals "
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  • Sheila F.
    "The original homes make it unique. However, it's no longer unique as every square inch is being built on!"
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  • Katie M.
    "The neighbors make it feel like a village in the middle of the city."
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Frequently asked questions about 1221 C St SE

  • What is 1221 C St SE estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1221 C St SE in Washington, DC is $765,500.
  • What is the price history for 1221 C St SE?
    1221 C St SE in Washington, DC last sold for $777,000 in April 2025.
  • Is Washington a buyer's or seller's market?
    Washington is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Washington?
    The median sale price in Washington is $999K. That is up $32.5K from the prior month.
  • Does 1221 C St SE have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1221 C St SE in Washington, DC has air conditioning.
  • Does 1221 C St SE have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1221 C St SE in Washington, DC has in-unit laundry.
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