521 3rd St NE, Washington, DC 20002
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OFF MARKET

$1,159,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,204 sqft

521 3rd St NE, Washington, DC 20002

Capitol Hill
Est. Refi. Payment $7,140/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 21, 1996 for $175,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.16M
Since last month
Increased$10K (+0.9%)
Since last year
Increased$62K (+5.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$985K (+562.8%)
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 +2% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
October 2026$1.16M
September 2026$1.16M
August 2026$1.15M
July 2026$1.15M
June 2026$1.16M
May 2026$1.15M
April 2026$1.14M
March 2026$1.11M
February 2026$1.1M
January 2026$1.08M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
517 6th St NE, Washington, DC
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,250,000
06/10/26
3
2.5
1,644
730 3rd St NE, Washington, DC
0.21
Single-Family Home
$755,000
03/19/26
2
2
1,604
625 E St NE, Washington, DC
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,175,000
04/15/26
3
2
1,408
512 D St NE, Washington, DC
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,065,000
07/24/26
3
2
1,488
324 E St NE, Washington, DC
0.05
Single-Family Home
$2,275,000
06/01/26
4
3.5
3,468
615 6th St NE, Washington, DC
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,435,000
02/03/26
4
3.5
2,214
623 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC
0.37
Single-Family Home
$1,475,000
06/01/26
3
2.5
1,884
320 Rear 3 St NE #3, Washington, DC
0.19
Single-Family Home
$2,100,000
02/09/26
5
4
2,411
723 L St NE, Washington, DC
0.58
Single-Family Home
$800,000
06/30/26
2
2.5
1,544
641 10th St NE, Washington, DC
0.52
Single-Family Home
$380,000
04/01/26
3
2
1,422

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
523 3rd St NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.00
$940,600
3
2
1,468
Off Market
519 3rd St NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.01
$1,044,600
3
2
1,528
Off Market
525 3rd St NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.01
$1,052,300
3
2
1,468
Off Market
517 3rd St NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.01
$1,025,000
3
3
1,468
Off Market
527 3rd St NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.01
$981,600
3
1
1,596
Off Market
515 3rd St NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.01
-
3
2
1,838
Off Market
513 3rd St NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.01
$1,005,300
2
2
1,740
Off Market
529 3rd St NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.01
-
3
3
1,575
Off Market
Address Not Disclosed, Washington, DC 20002
0.01
-
Studio
1
450
Off Market
529 3rd St NE #2, Washington, DC 20002
0.01
-
Studio
1
-
Off Market
511 3rd St NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.02
$1,237,500
3
2.5
1,648
Off Market
531 3rd St NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.02
$909,000
3
2
1,590
Off Market
Groff Ct NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.02
-
-
-
-
Off Market
Groff Ct NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.02
-
-
-
-
Off Market
Groff Ct NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.02
-
-
-
-
Off Market
533 3rd St NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.02
-
1
1
500
Off Market
533 3rd St NE #A, Washington, DC 20002
0.02
$599,900
2
2
1,112
Off Market
506 Groff Ct NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.02
$1,043,200
3
3
1,674
Off Market
504 Groff Ct NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.02
$1,260,300
3
3
1,674
Off Market
508 Groff Ct NE, Washington, DC 20002
0.02
$1,099,900
3
3
1,674
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

Single-Family Home
Built in 1890
2,204 sqft
$526/sqft
Garage

About this House

Home renovation in mid 1970s completely changed original floor plan. 2-car garage 1997. Basement dug out 2003-2006, fully underpinned added 50% more floor space, incl. large rec. rm., full bath, utility rm. and work rm.. New Master Bath and metal roof 2008. New Kitchen 2010. Solar Photo Voltaic 6250 KwH system, Mitsubishi Mini-Spilt Heat Pumps 2011. New Living Room 2012. Repointed rear walls 2013. More to come, including rooftop garden on garage! :)
521 3rd St NE, Washington, DC 20002 is a 2 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,204 sqft single-family home in Capitol Hill, built in 1890. It last sold for $175,000 on Oct 21, 1996. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,159,900, with a rent estimate of $3,923/month.

Home Details for 521 3rd St NE

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Master Bath, Recreation Room, Workshop
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Heat Pump, ElectricAir ConditioningCooling System: EvaporativeHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalDeckExterior: BrickPatio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached, On Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1890Year Updated: 2013
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1480 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 21, 1996
Source: N/A
Sold
$175,000

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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  • 98% say there are sidewalks
  • 72% say there's holiday spirit
  • 64% say neighbors are friendly
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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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    "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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  • 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.
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Frequently asked questions about 521 3rd St NE

  • What is 521 3rd St NE estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 521 3rd St NE in Washington, DC is $1,159,900.
  • What is the price history for 521 3rd St NE?
    521 3rd St NE in Washington, DC last sold for $175,000 in October 1996.
  • 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.
  • Does 521 3rd St NE have air conditioning?
    Yes, 521 3rd St NE in Washington, DC has air conditioning.
  • Does 521 3rd St NE have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 521 3rd St NE in Washington, DC has in-unit laundry.

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