517 E Capitol St SE, Washington, DC 20003
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OFF MARKET

$1,669,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,038 sqft

517 E Capitol St SE, Washington, DC 20003

Capitol Hill
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Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.67M
Since last month
Increased$52K (+3.2%)
Since last year
Increased$74K (+4.7%)
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 +4% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
October 2026$1.67M
September 2026$1.65M
August 2026$1.62M
July 2026$1.6M
June 2026$1.63M
May 2026$1.63M
April 2026$1.66M
March 2026$1.63M
February 2026$1.59M
January 2026$1.57M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
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2018
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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
510 Independence Ave SE, Washington, DC
0.11
Townhouse
$1,165,000
04/23/26
4
3.5
2,218
647 A St SE, Washington, DC
0.12
Townhouse
$1,500,000
07/15/26
4
3
1,710
328 Constitution Ave NE, Washington, DC
0.23
Townhouse
$1,800,000
10/29/25
4
2.5
2,616
100 6th St SE, Washington, DC
0.07
Townhouse
$890,000
10/17/25
5
3
2,220
101 6th St NE, Washington, DC
0.12
Townhouse
$1,740,000
04/13/26
4
3
3,079
111 5th St SE, Washington, DC
0.10
Townhouse
$1,800,314
04/20/26
4
3
2,628
644 Independence Ave SE, Washington, DC
0.14
Townhouse
$1,285,000
11/21/25
4
2
2,455
114 4th St NE, Washington, DC
0.18
Townhouse
$1,810,000
04/02/26
4
3.5
2,526
638 N Carolina Ave SE, Washington, DC
0.17
Townhouse
$1,479,000
07/17/26
3
2.5
1,722
624 D St NE, Washington, DC
0.39
Townhouse
$1,322,500
05/28/26
4
3
2,111

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
11 6th St SE, Washington, DC 20003
0.01
$1,569,900
4
3.5
2,257
Off Market
15 6th St SE, Washington, DC 20003
0.02
$1,313,500
3
4
1,562
Off Market
509 E Capitol St SE, Washington, DC 20003
0.02
$2,265,400
5
3.5
3,526
Off Market
6 6th St NE, Washington, DC 20003
0.02
-
-
-
-
Off Market
6 Six Se Rear 14th St, Washington, DC 20003
0.02
-
-
-
-
Off Market
505 E Capitol St SE, Washington, DC 20003
0.02
$1,741,000
4
2.5
2,303
Off Market
505 E Capitol St SE, Washington, DC 20003
0.02
$1,719,100
4
3
2,303
Off Market
17 6th St SE, Washington, DC 20003
0.02
-
3
3.5
2,276
Off Market
519 E Capitol St NE, Washington, DC 20003
0.03
-
5
4
3,297
Off Market
519 E Capitol St SE #2, Washington, DC 20003
0.03
-
Studio
1
600
Off Market
519 E Capitol St SE, Washington, DC 20003
0.03
$2,463,000
4
2.5
4,144
Off Market
513 E Capitol St SE, Washington, DC 20003
0.03
$1,991,600
4
4.5
3,215
Off Market
513 E Capitol St SE, Washington, DC 20003
0.03
-
-
-
-
Off Market
599 S Capitol St SW #10-ID300, Washington, DC 20003
0.03
-
Studio
1
509
Off Market
599 S Capitol St SW #4-ID265, Washington, DC 20003
0.03
-
1
1
631
Off Market
511 E Capitol St NE, Washington, DC 20003
0.03
-
6
5
2,959
Off Market
19 6th St SE, Washington, DC 20003
0.03
$1,200,600
3
2
-
Off Market
509 E Capitol St NE, Washington, DC 20003
0.03
$2,538,100
5
4
3,266
Off Market
4 5th St SE, Washington, DC 20003
0.03
$1,242,900
Studio
-
-
Off Market
507 E Capitol St NE, Washington, DC 20003
0.03
$1,348,800
3
2
1,662
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Townhouse
Built in 1850
2,038 sqft
$819/sqft

About this House

What's unique:Original pine floorsAir conditioningBig living spacesDouble parlorWet barHuge separate dining room
Enormous high-Victorian masterpiece fully restored .close to it's original appearance and featuring numerous period details. This four bedroom townhouse is in a superb location: just a few blocks from both Eastern Market and the Capitol. Needless to say, it features big living spaces and lovely amenities. Multiple fireplaces, double parlor, huge separate dining room with wet bar, original pine floors, kitchen with 6-burner Vulcan stove, three baths, air conditioning, washer/dryer, big storage basement, and space for outdoor living. Truly a one-of-a-kind rental. Available early May. $5,900 + utilities.
CAT CONSIDERED but NO SMOKING, please.

just a few blocks from both Eastern Market and the Capitol. Multiple fireplaces, original pine floors, kitchen with 6-burner Vulcan stove, three baths,
517 E Capitol St SE, Washington, DC 20003 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,038 sqft townhouse in Capitol Hill, built in 1850. More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2024 with an asking price of $6,400 per month. That rental listing was removed on June 14, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,669,800, with a rent estimate of $6,991/month.

Home Details for 517 E Capitol St SE

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Hardwood
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 11
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalExterior: Brick
Parking & Garage
Parking: None

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1850
Property Type / Style
Property Type: TownhouseArchitecture: Row House

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1764 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 14, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
May 29, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$6,400
Apr 12, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Mar 24, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$5,900

Market trends in Capitol Hill

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$978K
$40KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.6%
Price per sq ft
$626
$1MoM
Available listings
111
29MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

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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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  • Trulia User
    "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 517 E Capitol St SE

  • What is 517 E Capitol St SE estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 517 E Capitol St SE in Washington, DC is $1,669,800.
  • 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 $978K. That is down $40K from the prior month.
  • 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 recently sold homes in Capitol Hill, Washington.
  • Does 517 E Capitol St SE have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 517 E Capitol St SE in Washington, DC has in-unit laundry.

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