223 C St SE, Washington, DC 20003
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SOLD
OCT 27, 2025

223 C St SE
Washington, DC 20003

Capitol Hill
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,440 sqft

$850,000

Last Sold: Oct 27, 2025
$590/sqft

$850,000

Last Sold: Oct 27, 2025
$590/sqft
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,440 sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 223 C St SE.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Townhouse
Year Built
1890
Living Area
1,440 sqft
Price/Sqft
$590/sqft
Parking
Open Parking

About this House

2 blocks from Capitol South Metro station. Rare opportunity in a prime Capitol Hill location! Interior Painted this week. With comparable homes valued at $1.2M+, this property is a fantastic investment or dream home fixer-upper with a private Garden space and a balcony. Whether you’re looking to customize to your vision or build out for resale, the possibilities are endless. The home conveys as-is. Perfectly nestled between Eastern Market and the Capitol, two blocks from the Library of Congress, and one block from shopping, this three-bedroom home is brimming with timeless charm and original details. Features include soaring 10-foot ceilings, Vintage Crystal Chandeliers, with an open living and dining area highlighted by an elegant wood-burning fireplace. The kitchen offers plumbing and electrical connections for a washer and dryer. The lower-level basement is unfinished. Add a Lower front door to make a rental unit or Create a movie room. Upstairs, you’ll find three bedrooms, one bathroom, and access to an upper deck. Original wood floors run throughout much of the home, in need of refinishing. With its character-filled details and unbeatable location, this property offers incredible potential for the savvy buyer. Enjoy unmatched convenience with a two-minute walk to restaurants and shops, or a quick four-minute stroll to the Metro. This is truly a walker’s paradise in the heart of it all. Don’t miss the chance to make this Capitol Hill gem your own! Offers will be reviewed on Wednesday, 24 Sep.
223 C St SE, Washington, DC 20003 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,440 sqft townhouse in Capitol Hill, built in 1890. It last sold for the $850,000 asking price on Oct 27, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $843,900, with a rent estimate of $3,778/month.

Home Details for 223 C St SE

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,ConcreteNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bathroom 1, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1440 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Radiator,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: None,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Radiator
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Levels: ThreeAccessibility: NoneFloors: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Laminate
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: Brick/MortarNo 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): 1440 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1890
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: TownhouseStructure Type: Interior Row/TownhouseArchitecture: Victorian
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, StoneNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0763//0821

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $850,000Price Per Sqft: $590/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Oct 29 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

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 Area
Building Area: 1955 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1112 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: DCDC2216858Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1440
Last check for updates: about 18 hours ago
Listed by Samantha Haberlach, (703) 725-1977
Century 21 Redwood Realty
Bought with: Elena Woods, (410) 921-2207, Keller Williams Capital Properties
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DCDC2216858

Price History for 223 C St SE

DatePriceEventSource
10/27/2025$850,000Sold
Bright MLS #DCDC2216858
10/18/2025$850,000PendingBright MLS #DCDC2216858
09/25/2025$850,000ContingentBright MLS #DCDC2216858
09/12/2025$850,000Listed For SaleBright MLS #DCDC2216858
03/21/1997$145,720Sold
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$3,478
Assessment$984,920
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 223 C St SE

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
515 1/2 St NW, Washington, DC
0.32
Townhouse
$919,900
11/21/25
2
1
1,248
418 Independence Ave SE, Washington, DC
0.19
Townhouse
$835,000
08/26/25
3
1.5
1,624
135 E St SE, Washington, DC
0.22
Townhouse
$1,140,000
09/26/25
3
1.5
1,606
420 E Capitol St NE, Washington, DC
0.32
Townhouse
$885,000
11/14/25
3
1.5
1,566
1002 Independence Ave SE, Washington, DC
0.56
Townhouse
$800,000
05/29/26
3
1
1,404
323 D St SE, Washington, DC
0.14
Townhouse
$1,070,000
12/01/25
3
2.5
1,710
511 2nd St SE, Washington, DC
0.22
Townhouse
$999,000
05/05/26
2
2
1,464
136 E St SE, Washington, DC
0.19
Townhouse
$1,057,500
11/07/25
4
2
1,850

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Assigned Schools

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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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  • 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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  • Trulia User
    "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 223 C St SE

  • What is 223 C St SE estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 223 C St SE in Washington, DC is $843,900.
  • What is the price history for 223 C St SE?
    223 C St SE in Washington, DC last sold for $850,000 in October 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 223 C St SE have air conditioning?
    Yes, 223 C St SE in Washington, DC has air conditioning.
  • Does 223 C St SE have parking?
    Yes, 223 C St SE in Washington, DC has on-site parking.
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