519 Independence Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003
OFF MARKET
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,000 sqft

519 Independence Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003

Capitol Hill

Home Highlights

Apartment
1,000 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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About this House

Large, Light-Filled, Full-Floor Apartment One Block from Eastern Market
(519 Independence Ave., S.E. #1--entire 1st floor; NOT an English basement--at 6th St., S.E.)

* Large Living Room with Working Fireplace and Built-In Bookshelves
* Galley Kitchen with large pantry/closet
* Hardwood Floors
* New Central Heat & Air
* Ceiling Fans
* Large Bedroom and several closets
* 1 Block to Eastern Market; 3 blocks to Eastern Market Metro; 5 blocks to Library of Congress, Supreme Court, House Office Buildiings, and Capitol
* Available now
* Landlord and handyman attentive to issues raised by tenants.
* $2,300/Month + Electricity

Owner pays water, wastewater, trash disposal, yard maintenance
519 Independence Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,000 sqft apartment in Capitol Hill. It last sold for $270,000 on Sep 9, 1998 (11,639% above the $2,300 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in November 2023 with an asking price of $2,400 per month. That rental listing was removed on September 13, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia.

Home Details for 519 Independence Ave SE

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: FireplaceAir ConditioningCooling System: Central Air, Ceiling FanHeating Fuel: Fireplace
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 Year

Comparable Sales for 519 Independence Ave SE

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
305 C St NE #302, Washington, DC
0.44
Apartment
$340,000
10/09/25
1
1
715 sqft
312 A St SE, Washington, DC
0.18
Apartment
$1,200,000
07/01/26
1
1
700 sqft
117 E St SE, Washington, DC
0.46
Apartment
$265,000
02/03/26
1
1
440 sqft
115 E St SE, Washington, DC
0.46
Apartment
$370,001
04/29/26
1
1
500 sqft
1305 E Capitol St SE #202, Washington, DC
0.59
Apartment
$335,000
09/02/26
1
1
650 sqft
315 G St NE #103, Washington, DC
0.79
Apartment
$356,000
11/20/25
1
1
510 sqft
315 G St NE #306, Washington, DC
0.79
Apartment
$320,000
04/28/26
1
1
410 sqft
115 E St SE, Washington, DC
0.46
Apartment
$490,000
04/10/26
2
2
810 sqft
1434 Potomac Ave SE #4, Washington, DC
0.89
Apartment
$350,000
07/02/26
1
1
595 sqft
800 4th St SW #N113, Washington, DC
1.09
Apartment
$284,440
04/22/26
1
1
610 sqft

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Rental Market Trends in Capitol Hill

Last updated Sep 2026
Average rent
$2.54K
$356MoM
Available listings
254
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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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    "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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    "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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    "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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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 13, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,300
Feb 22, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$2,300
Price decreased by 4%
Nov 6, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,400
Nov 24, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved
Oct 31, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
Listed For Rent
$2,300

Frequently asked questions about 519 Independence Ave SE

  • What is the price history for 519 Independence Ave SE?
    519 Independence Ave SE in Washington, DC last sold for $270,000 in September 1998.
  • 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 519 Independence Ave SE have air conditioning?
    Yes, 519 Independence Ave SE in Washington, DC has air conditioning.

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