1249 Walter St SE, Washington, DC 20003
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OFF MARKET

1249 Walter St SE
Washington, DC 20003

Capitol Hill
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 832 sqft

$753,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 5, 2026

$753,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 5, 2026
2 Beds
1 Bath
832 sqft

Local Information

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Description

This Capitol Hill townhouse has it all! Tons of character, modern updates, and a location that's you can't beat. Just steps from Lincoln Park, Eastern Market, easy access to the Metro (Blue, Orange, and Silver lines), Barracks Row's restaurants and bars, grocery stores, and the beautiful Anacostia River Trail. The Capitol is only a 15-minute walk away, and both Navy Yard and Union Station are just 20 minutes on foot.

Inside, the home feels both cozy and spacious. Downstairs has a full-size living room, a dining area, an office nook, and a kitchen that opens out to a newly redone backyard complete with a flagstone patio and a blooming cherry blossom tree, perfect for summer BBQs. There's also a covered front porch that's great for sipping coffee or watching the rain. You'll find exposed brick, hardwood floors throughout, and multiple skylights that fill the place with natural light. There's central A/C and heating, ceiling fans in every room, a new in-unit washer/dryer, and a dishwasher to make life easy.

Upstairs, there are two full bedrooms and a bright, updated bathroom with a huge walk-in shower and a sun-drenched skylight. The spiral staircase not only adds charm but also helps keep the space open and full of light. And yes there are seven closets, so you won't be short on storage. If you're looking for a Capitol Hill home that feels welcoming, stylish, and close to everything, this is it.

Asking for first and last month's rent in addition to a security deposit. No smoking. No big dogs. Available starting June 1st, 2025.
1249 Walter St SE, Washington, DC 20003 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 832 sqft townhouse in Capitol Hill. It last sold for $685,000 on Apr 29, 2019 (19,755% above the $3,450 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2025 with an asking price of $3,450 per month. That rental listing was removed on May 26, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $753,600, with a rent estimate of $2,769/month.

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Cooling only
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Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 1249 Walter St SE

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Townhouse

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Price History for 1249 Walter St SE

DatePriceEventSource
05/26/2025$3,450ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
05/19/2025$3,450Listed For RentZillow Rentals
06/19/2021ListingRemovedZillow Rental Manager
06/09/2021$3,300Listed For RentZillow Rental Manager
02/23/2021ListingRemovedN/A
06/18/2020$2,950ListingRemovedN/A
06/13/2020$2,950Listed For RentN/A
04/29/2019$685,000Sold
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03/28/2019$689,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/10/2002$299,000Sold
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Market trends in Capitol Hill

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$967K
$58.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.8%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$626
$33MoM
Available listings
167
2MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$6,071
Assessment$809,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1249 Walter St SE

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1215 Walter St SE, Washington, DC
0.04
Townhouse
$710,000
09/05/25
2
1
768
403 12th St SE, Washington, DC
0.21
Townhouse
$740,000
05/22/26
2
1
936
1019 S Carolina Ave SE, Washington, DC
0.23
Townhouse
$810,000
12/09/25
2
1
954
1327 S Carolina Ave SE, Washington, DC
0.08
Townhouse
$835,000
11/14/25
3
1
1,250
316 11th St SE, Washington, DC
0.16
Townhouse
$825,000
04/20/26
3
1
996
1220 C St SE, Washington, DC
0.05
Townhouse
$828,500
10/17/25
2
1.5
1,088
1208 Walter St SE, Washington, DC
0.06
Townhouse
$875,000
09/29/25
2
2
1,088
403 Kentucky Ave SE, Washington, DC
0.28
Townhouse
$775,000
08/05/25
2
1
1,258
1203 C St SE, Washington, DC
0.09
Townhouse
$835,000
05/11/26
2
2.5
828
327 17th St SE, Washington, DC
0.43
Townhouse
$682,625
05/07/26
2
1
930

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Capitol Hill

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  • 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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "easy neighborhood walks, not a lot of good dog parks though, very responsible owners for the most part. "
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    "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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    "A village in the larger city. Beautiful historic homes,great gardens, great access to public transportation 395 and 295."
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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "Nice neighborhood, friendly neighbors and commute to get around easy. Close store and restaurants convenient."
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    "there are plenty of events including markets, restaurants, fairs, parks, dog walks, people running, music festivals, food festivals "
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    "The original homes make it unique. However, it's no longer unique as every square inch is being built on!"
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