509 3rd St NE, Washington, DC 20002
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FOR SALE

509 3rd St NE
Washington, DC 20002

Capitol Hill
  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,040 sqft

$1,150,000

$1,150,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,040 sqft
We estimate this home will sell faster than 99% nearby.

Home Highlights

Parking
Open Parking
Climate Control
Heating & Cooling
Price/Sqft
$564
Listed
24 days ago

Local Information

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

About this House

Rare and desirable legal 2-unit! This beautifully bright home has light throughout, an open floor plan, high ceilings, recessed lights, gleaming hardwood floors, and a wood-burning fireplace with a decorative mantle. The kitchen features granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. The bathrooms are modern and bright. The upstairs main home features 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms as well as a small nook, perfect for a desk. The primary bedroom features built-in wardrobes and a sitting area in front of the windows. Washer and dryer. The lower unit is one bedroom, one bathroom, and is 3/4 above grade. It has central heat/AC, a fireplace, and a washer and dryer. It is currently rented for $1799/month through the end of May 2027. The home is located close to the Senate, the Supreme Court, Union Station, H St, and all that Capitol Hill has to offer.
We estimate this home will sell faster than 99% nearby.

Home Details for 509 3rd St NE

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FinishedNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2040 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Electric Water HeaterLaundry: Dryer In Unit,Washer In Unit
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 2Has a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Levels: ThreeAccessibility: NoneFloors: Hardwood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Other 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): 1360 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 680 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 24

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900Year Renovated: 1982
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Federal
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Condition: GoodParcel Number: 0779//0803

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,150,000Price Per Sqft: $564
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: ACTIVE

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: DCDC2275182

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2040 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 704 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: DCDC2275182Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1360

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 Ross Vann, (202) 256-0639
Compass
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DCDC2275182
Also Listed on Bright MLS.

Market trends in Capitol Hill

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.02M
$12.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.6%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$625
$17MoM
Available listings
138
15MoM

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 24, 2026
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2275182
Listed For Sale
$1,150,000
Feb 16, 2024
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2123476
ListingRemoved
Jan 9, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Jan 5, 2024
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2123476
Listed For Sale
$1,299,900
Dec 15, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$3,750
Price decreased by 5%

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.13M
Since last month
Decreased$105K (-8.5%)
Since last year
Decreased$72K (-6%)
Since last sale
Decreased$20K (-1.7%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +28% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.13M
July 2026$1.16M
June 2026$1.23M
May 2026$1.22M
April 2026$1.21M
March 2026$1.19M
February 2026$1.19M
January 2026$1.17M
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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
123 7th St NE, Washington, DC
0.45
Single-Family Home
$950,000
06/12/26
3
2
1,856
629 Pickford Pl NE, Washington, DC
0.42
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
05/15/26
3
3
1,292
623 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC
0.35
Single-Family Home
$1,475,000
06/01/26
3
2.5
1,884
619 Independence Ave SE, Washington, DC
0.66
Single-Family Home
$1,150,000
06/16/26
3
2.5
2,160

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Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
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$1,080,200
3
2.5
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Off Market
429 3rd St NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.05
$1,025,100
3
1.5
1,592
Off Market
423 3rd St NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.06
$994,200
3
1.5
1,482
Off Market
424 3rd St NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.07
$2,551,000
4
4.5
3,660
Off Market
511 3rd St NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.01
$1,255,100
3
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1,648
Off Market
503 Groff Ct NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.02
$1,113,000
3
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Off Market
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0.04
$2,275,000
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Recently Sold
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$2,093,400
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2,750
Off Market
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For Sale
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Off Market
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Recently Sold

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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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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    "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 509 3rd St NE

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 509 3rd St NE?
    Based on a $1,150,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 509 3rd St NE in Washington, DC is approximately $6,710 (about $6,012 principal & interest, $623 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 509 3rd St NE compare to homes in Washington?
    509 3rd St NE in Washington, DC is listed at $1,150,000, about 13% above the $1.02M median sale price in Washington.
  • What do residents say about the Capitol Hill neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Capitol Hill neighborhood in Washington, DC as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See homes for sale in Capitol Hill, Washington.
  • What are the closest schools to 509 3rd St NE?
    The closest schools to 509 3rd St NE in Washington, DC are Eastern High School (rated 3/10), Ludlow-Taylor Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 9/10), Stuart-Hobson Middle School (rated 8/10).
  • Does 509 3rd St NE have air conditioning?
    Yes, 509 3rd St NE in Washington, DC has air conditioning.
  • Does 509 3rd St NE have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 509 3rd St NE in Washington, DC has laundry facilities.
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509 3rd St NE, Washington, DC 20002 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,040 sqft single-family home built in 1900. 509 3rd St NE is located in Capitol Hill, Washington. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Bright MLS on Jul 24, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# DCDC2275182.