521 2nd St SE
Washington, DC 20003
Capitol Hill- 3 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 2,433 sqft
$1,349,900
as of Jun 6, 2026
$1,349,900
as of Jun 6, 2026
3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,433 sqft
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Description
<b>Welcome home</b> to a beautifully updated 3 bedroom and 3 ½ bathroom Capitol Hill corner unit row house. The front yard provides nice garden space with outdoor seating. The interior of the home has a large footprint with 811 square feet on all three levels. The exterior shows off additional creative detailing and offers a unique two-story Victorian-styled porch facing West.
This home is a showpiece of ingenuity and artistry with craftsmanship at every turn. Most notably is beautiful woodworking detail in the flooring, window sills, cabinet space, and the staircase. The wood used in the stairs is carried into the window sills along the stairs and floors of the dining area, kitchen and rear living area – each laid in a slightly different pattern.
The large floor plan allows for an eat-in kitchen area, a full size dining area, sitting or office nook, and a great room on the main level. Throughout the home are endless storage areas – many of which are hidden gems of inventiveness. Upstairs, more creativity abounds with the imaginatively designed primary suite with a cleverly laid out, large bathroom. The hallway features lots of mirrored storage and the bonus washer dryer. The massive second room on the upper level serves as a bedroom with a Murphy bed and a full-size office or den.
The lower level has entrances from the front and rear of the property. It can provide the owners additional income as a rental property with 1 bedroom, 1 full bathroom, a full kitchen, and a dining room all kept cool and warm by its own HVAC system. This home has a great history and its restoration has been a labor of love. Meticulously maintained by the owners, it has been continuously updated including fully-owned 18 solar panels, newer windows and a <b>brand-NEW HVAC</b> system as of August 2024. The home features central air conditioning and forced air heat on all levels.
Garfield Park, Providence Park, Folger Park, and Marion Park are all within blocks, providing playgrounds, dog parks, and fitness options. Situated perfectly in Capitol Hill, you'll love the easy access to great schools, Trader Joe’s, Capitol South Metro, Library of Congress, Nationals Ball Park, Audi Field, and more. When stepping out, the options are abundant with Eastern Market, Waterfront restaurants and shopping choices just a short distance away.
This home is a showpiece of ingenuity and artistry with craftsmanship at every turn. Most notably is beautiful woodworking detail in the flooring, window sills, cabinet space, and the staircase. The wood used in the stairs is carried into the window sills along the stairs and floors of the dining area, kitchen and rear living area – each laid in a slightly different pattern.
The large floor plan allows for an eat-in kitchen area, a full size dining area, sitting or office nook, and a great room on the main level. Throughout the home are endless storage areas – many of which are hidden gems of inventiveness. Upstairs, more creativity abounds with the imaginatively designed primary suite with a cleverly laid out, large bathroom. The hallway features lots of mirrored storage and the bonus washer dryer. The massive second room on the upper level serves as a bedroom with a Murphy bed and a full-size office or den.
The lower level has entrances from the front and rear of the property. It can provide the owners additional income as a rental property with 1 bedroom, 1 full bathroom, a full kitchen, and a dining room all kept cool and warm by its own HVAC system. This home has a great history and its restoration has been a labor of love. Meticulously maintained by the owners, it has been continuously updated including fully-owned 18 solar panels, newer windows and a <b>brand-NEW HVAC</b> system as of August 2024. The home features central air conditioning and forced air heat on all levels.
Garfield Park, Providence Park, Folger Park, and Marion Park are all within blocks, providing playgrounds, dog parks, and fitness options. Situated perfectly in Capitol Hill, you'll love the easy access to great schools, Trader Joe’s, Capitol South Metro, Library of Congress, Nationals Ball Park, Audi Field, and more. When stepping out, the options are abundant with Eastern Market, Waterfront restaurants and shopping choices just a short distance away.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from November 04, 2024
Home Highlights
Parking
Open Parking
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago
Home Details for 521 2nd St SE
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Interior Details Basement: Full,Exterior Entry,Front Entrance,Rear Entrance,Windows,WorkshopNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 2433 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalLaundry: Upper Level,Lower LevelRefrigerator |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Fireplace & Spa No Fireplace |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s), Window TreatmentsFlooring: Hardwood, Wood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 3Levels: ThreeAccessibility: OtherFloors: Hardwood, Wood |
View No View |
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Exterior Home Features Fencing: Decorative, Wrought IronOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeExterior: Satellite DishFoundation: Block, 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): 1622 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 811 Square Feet |
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Year Built Year Built: 1907 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: TownhouseStructure Type: End of Row/TownhouseArchitecture: Traditional |
Building Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction |
Property Information Condition: ExcellentParcel Number: 0736//0138 |
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Price List Price: $1,330,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Mon Nov 04 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow |
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MLS Status: CLOSED |
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Direction & Address City: WASHINGTONCommunity: Capitol Hill |
School Information Elementary School: BrentElementary School District: District Of Columbia Public SchoolsJr High / Middle School: Jefferson Middle School AcademyJr High / Middle School District: District Of Columbia Public SchoolsHigh School: Eastern SeniorHigh School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools |
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Building Area Building Area: 2433 Square Feet |
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Not Senior Community |
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No HOA |
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Lot Area: 1122 sqft |
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Special Conditions: Standard |
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Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, VA Loan, FHA |
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Business Information Ownership: Fee Simple |
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BasementMls Number: DCDC2155306Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1622 |
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by David Engel, (240) 745-5628
Redfin Corp
Bought with: Julian Weichel, (240) 393-7522, Coldwell Banker Realty - Washington
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DCDC2155306

Price History for 521 2nd St SE
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 11/04/2024 | $1,300,000 | Sold | Bright MLS #DCDC2155306 |
| 10/01/2024 | $1,330,000 | Pending | Bright MLS #DCDC2155306 |
| 09/20/2024 | $1,330,000 | Listed For Sale | Bright MLS #DCDC2155306 |
| 03/24/2021 | ListingRemoved | N/A | |
| 03/24/2011 | $1,950 | ListingRemoved | N/A |
| 01/16/2010 | $1,950 | Listed For Rent | N/A |
Market trends in Capitol Hill
Last updated April 2026
Avg. sale price
$908K $10KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.4%
Price per sq ft
$593 $15MoM
Available listings
169 24MoM
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
|---|---|
| Tax | $4,807 |
| Assessment | $1,342,710 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 521 2nd St SE
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.08 | Townhouse | $1,330,000 | 10/31/25 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,492 | |
0.20 | Townhouse | $1,600,000 | 07/16/25 | 3 | 3 | 2,405 | |
0.24 | Townhouse | $1,350,000 | 10/15/25 | 4 | 3 | 2,756 | |
0.06 | Townhouse | $1,140,000 | 09/26/25 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,606 | |
0.18 | Townhouse | $1,070,000 | 12/01/25 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,710 | |
0.13 | Townhouse | $1,450,000 | 07/01/25 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,264 | |
0.19 | Townhouse | $1,850,000 | 11/13/25 | 3 | 3.5 | 2,214 | |
0.14 | Townhouse | $1,600,000 | 05/11/26 | 3 | 3.5 | 2,268 | |
0.06 | Townhouse | $1,260,000 | 02/26/26 | 2 | 2.5 | 1,326 | |
0.33 | Townhouse | $1,099,000 | 09/24/25 | 3 | 3.5 | 2,272 |
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What Locals Say about Capitol Hill
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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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521 2nd St SE, Washington, DC 20003 is a 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,433 sqft townhouse built in 1907. 521 2nd St SE is located in Capitol Hill, Washington. This property is not currently available for sale. 521 2nd St SE was last sold on Nov 4, 2024 for $1,300,000 (2% lower than the asking price of $1,330,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 521 2nd St SE is $1,349,900.

