1271 Penn St NE, Washington, DC 20002
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OFF MARKET

1271 Penn St NE
Washington, DC 20002

Trinidad
  • 2 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,452 sqft

$617,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 9, 2026

$617,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 9, 2026
2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,452 sqft

Local Information

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

Description

Welcome home! This charming THREE LEVEL 1927 row home is in a prime Trinidad location, in the heart of the city and steps to the best destinations in town! Situated on a pretty porch-lined street, it has almost 1,500 upgraded square feet, 2 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, a finished basement and a GARAGE. The low maintenance front yard comes into bloom in the Spring with gorgeous hydrangeas that will make you swoon. As you enter the home you are welcomed by beautiful newer hardwood floors (2023) to a gracious open living/dining area and half bath off of the sunny kitchen. The kitchen features updated appliances, granite countertops and white cabinets. Upstairs you'll find a bright hallway illuminated by a skylight and 2 generous sized bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and three over-sized closets (one large enough to convert into a flex room). Don’t miss the city views from this level! Downstairs is fully finished with new carpet, a storage closet, laundry/utility room with new shelving and access to your private garage and driveway. Many newer upgrades including paint (2024), hot water heater (2024), fridge/dishwasher (2023), roof (2013), windows and doors (2013), louvered shutters (2013) and more! This amazing location is also only steps from enviable amenities and Michelin Restaurants at Union Market and Ivy City, along H Street, Capitol Hill and Gallaudet University, all walkable, bikeable or scootable in minutes! Also nearby are Jenks Hardware, Safeway, CVS, Target, MOM's Market! This homes provides an ideal blend of comfort, character and convenience. You will want to call it home for many years to come! This property is eligible for a $10,000 forgivable, no tax grant for qualified buyers through the Majority-minority Census Tract.
1271 Penn St NE, Washington, DC 20002 is a 2 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,452 sqft townhouse in Trinidad, built in 1927. It last sold for the $625,000 asking price on Apr 11, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $617,800, with a rent estimate of $3,407/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
1 Car Garage
Outdoor
Porch
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 1271 Penn St NE

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Rear Entrance,FinishedNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Primary Bathroom, Bathroom 2, Dining Room, Family Room, Half Bath, Kitchen, Laundry, Recreation Room, Storage Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1452 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Ice Maker, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Laundry RoomMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Levels: ThreeAccessibility: NoneFloors: Wood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: PorchOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: BlockNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Open Parking Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Faces Rear,Garage Door Opener,Paved,Private,Attached,Driveway
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 968 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 484 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1927
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: TownhouseStructure Type: Interior Row/TownhouseArchitecture: Federal
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 4060//0235

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $625,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Apr 11 2025Possession Timing: Negotiable, 0-30 Days CD

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: WASHINGTONCommunity: Trinidad
School Information
Elementary School: Wheatley Education CampusElementary School District: District Of Columbia Public SchoolsJr High / Middle School: Wheatley Education CampusJr High / Middle School District: District Of Columbia Public SchoolsHigh School: DunbarHigh School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1452 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1072 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Contingencies: Financing Approval, AppraisalListing Agreement Type: Exclusive Agency

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: DCDC2171248Above Grade Unfinished Area: 968
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Stephanie Williams, (703) 705-2425
KW Metro Center
Bought with: Kaitlin Fee, (856) 651-8969, Compass
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DCDC2171248

Price History for 1271 Penn St NE

DatePriceEventSource
04/11/2025$625,000Sold
Bright MLS #DCDC2171248
03/14/2025$625,000PendingBright MLS #DCDC2171248
02/27/2025$625,000ContingentBright MLS #DCDC2171248
02/12/2025$625,000PriceChange
Bright MLS #DCDC2171248
01/16/2025$650,000Listed For SaleBright MLS #DCDC2171248
11/07/2013$429,900Sold
N/A
09/29/2013$429,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/20/2013$459,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/13/2013$489,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/07/2013$200,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Washington

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$633K
$9.75KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.2%
0.7%MoM
Price per sq ft
$482
$10MoM
Available listings
3239
118MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$5,311
Assessment$714,630
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1271 Penn St NE

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1264 Penn St NE, Washington, DC
0.02
Townhouse
$499,000
06/25/26
3
2
1,550
1278 Oates St NE, Washington, DC
0.07
Townhouse
$455,000
03/13/26
3
1.5
1,604
1227 Owen Pl NE, Washington, DC
0.09
Townhouse
$625,000
07/07/26
4
2
1,605
1308 Trinidad Ave NE, Washington, DC
0.14
Townhouse
$735,000
02/20/26
3
2
1,614
1242 Oates St NE, Washington, DC
0.09
Townhouse
$699,000
05/26/26
4
3
1,685
1273 Holbrook Ter NE, Washington, DC
0.05
Townhouse
$565,000
05/05/26
4
2
1,891
1113 Holbrook Ter NE, Washington, DC
0.19
Townhouse
$470,000
06/16/26
2
1.5
896
1251 I St NE, Washington, DC
0.36
Townhouse
$692,500
12/12/25
2
2.5
1,326
1728 Montello Ave NE, Washington, DC
0.28
Townhouse
$577,500
07/10/25
3
2.5
1,504
1406 Orren St NE, Washington, DC
0.10
Townhouse
$735,000
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4
3
1,832

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Neighborhood Overview

Trinidad
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What Locals Say about Trinidad

At least 1 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 100 % Say there are community events

  • 100 % Say parking is easy

  • 100 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 100 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 100 % Say kids play outside

  • 100 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 100 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

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  • Jacob West
    "Notice a lot of historical landmarks and culture throughout the neighborhood. This area is obviously a nice place for someone who is a working class citizen."
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    "Great access to buses and the red line at union station. Great location to get to the Wharf, Eastern Market, or H easily. "
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    "It's a great place with a wonderful farmers market weekends. Kid and pretty friendly. You'll live it"
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    "Friendly environment and close parks. Walking distances to stores and schools. Very Quiet neighborhood. "
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  • Tracey P.
    "This neighborhood is a great place to live. The people are friendly and it’s close to restaurants and bars. It’s also growing rapidly and makes it an exciting place to live."
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  • Tracey P.
    "I’ve lived in Trinidad for three years and love the neighborhood. It’s walking distance to amazing restaurants and bars and close to the rapidly growing union market area and Ivy City. "
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  • Shavonna J. W.
    "The neighborhood school is not the best but the lottery helps with that. As far as diversity goes this community has it hand over fist. "
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  • Shavonna J. W.
    "This neighbor is amazing. I like my neighbors and their kids/pets. The metro is frequent and the mail lady is like clockwork always on time. You will love it here "
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  • Ibnabu
    "Green space is plenty . Everything is clean. Very neighborly fun convenient and safe. Many students in area. We all love each other. Still affordable "
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  • SA
    "I'd say living here is a tad socially uncomfortable. but there's totally people walking dogs around during the day"
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  • Six
    "Just moved here and love the area! Best part is the short walk to bars and restaurants on H street. 5 min drive to Ivy City too."
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  • Clarencewturneriv
    "It's okay. It's in a good location. There is plenty to do around here. Public transportation is readily available. There are regular street cleanings."
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    "Safety for the children.. very good schools.. how far is the playgrounds from home.... family area... recreation center.. "
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    "Centrally located to H St, Union Market, the distilleries in Ivy City, but still has affordable homes."
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