21 15th St SE, Washington, DC 20003
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21 15th St SE
Washington, DC 20003

Capitol Hill
  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,950 sqft

$1,195,000

$1,195,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,950 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Where Historic Capitol Hill Meets Modern Living Welcome to 21 15th Street SE, a beautifully renovated 4-bedrooms, 2.5-bathrooms, Capitol Hill row home that perfectly blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates. Just moments from Lincoln Park, Eastern Market, and Metro, this exceptional residence offers the rare combination of elegant living spaces, a legal income-producing apartment, guest suite, in-law, au pair suite, plus coveted off-street parking spaces with a private garage. Extensively updated over the years, the home has undergone a comprehensive renovation including all-new plumbing, electrical, framing, insulation, drywall, and flooring, along with multiple kitchen and bathroom renovations, a new sewer line, basement mini-split system, Hunter Douglas wood blinds, a new water heater, and a brand-new Carrier HVAC system scheduled for installation in July 2026. Additionally, DC Water is currently completing the replacement of neighborhood water mains and service connections, adding long-term value and peace of mind. Property Highlights 2008 • Complete gut renovation by reputable builder • New plumbing and electrical throughout • New framing, insulation and drywall throughout • New flooring throughout 2017 • Fully remodeled kitchen on main level • Powder room renovation • New staircase • New interior trim, including doors, windows, and baseboards • Bosch dishwasher 2018 • Flagstone patio and rear hardscaping 2019 • Full basement renovation, including kitchen • Basement mini-split HVAC system • Complete replacement of sewer line beneath the home • Garage door opener 2020 • Bosch refrigerator in main level kitchen 2021 • Upstairs full bathroom renovation 2024 • Basement bathroom renovation 2025 • Hot Water Heater installed December 2025 • LG Thin Q Wash Tower 3rd floor 2026 • New Carrier HVAC system ($24,000 value) Join us at the Open Houses next week!

Open House

Friday, July 17
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Saturday, July 18
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$613
Listed
2 days ago

Home Details for 21 15th St SE

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Front Entrance,Improved,Exterior Entry,Rear EntranceNumber of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1950 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Fiber OpticAppliances: Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Multi Units,Programmable Thermostat,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Levels: ThreeAccessibility: None
View
Has a ViewView: City

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeExterior: SidewalksFoundation: Brick/MortarNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Open Parking Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Faces Rear,Oversized,Detached,Driveway
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Responsible for Road Maintenance: City/CountyNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1300 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 650 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 2

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1910Year Renovated: 2009
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: TownhouseStructure Type: Interior Row/TownhouseArchitecture: Federal
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Condition: ExcellentParcel Number: 1058//0055

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,195,000Price Per Sqft: $613
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: 0-30 Days CD

Active Status

MLS Status: COMING SOON

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

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: DCDC2271238

Building

Building Details
Builder Name: 2 BLOCKS TO LINCOLN PARK
Building Area
Building Area: 2000 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1656 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, VA Loan

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: DCDC2271238Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1300

Additional Information

Source Internet Automated Valuation Display: YSource Internet Consumer Comment: YSource Internet Entire Listing Display: YSource Internet Address Display: Y
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Tracy Shively, (703) 930-0268
Douglas Elliman of Metro DC, LLC - Washington
Listing Team: The Shively Team
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DCDC2271238
Also Listed on Bright MLS.

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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Neighborhood Overview

Capitol Hill
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What Locals Say about Capitol Hill

At least 297 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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  • Trulia User
    "Safety and be aware of your surroundings. Low crime in neighborhoods and police patrolling the areas. "
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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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.
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21 15th St SE, Washington, DC 20003 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,950 sqft townhouse built in 1910. 21 15th St SE is located in Capitol Hill, Washington. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Bright MLS on Jul 10, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# DCDC2271238.