538 13th St SE, Washington, DC 20003
SOLD
JAN 14, 2026

538 13th St SE
Washington, DC 20003

Capitol Hill
  • 3 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 1,850 sqft

$884,900

Last Sold: Jan 14, 2026
$478/sqft

$884,900

Last Sold: Jan 14, 2026
$478/sqft
3 Beds
3.5 Baths
1,850 sqft

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Local Information

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Description

A NEW PRICE REDUCTION! Welcome to this beautifully updated row home located in the sought-after Capitol Hill section of DC. This classic DC Victorian-style home blends historic charm with modern upgrades, featuring hardwood floors, high ceilings, and abundant natural light throughout. The thoughtfully renovated kitchen boasts granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and custom cabinetry—perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, enjoy two spacious master bedroom suites, each with a stylish, remodeled master bathroom. The basement level was converted to a separate unit with a separate entrance, which can easily be converted back. It offers flexible space ideal for a rental unit, a guest suite, or an additional living area. Step outside to a fenced-in backyard with a private rear deck—an urban oasis for relaxing or entertaining. Located just minutes from Eastern Market, Lincoln Park, Metro, shops, and top-rated restaurants. Don’t miss this Capitol Hill gem offering timeless character and contemporary comfort!
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 January 26, 2026

Home Highlights

Parking
Open Parking
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$478/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 538 13th St SE

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Front Entrance,Finished,Improved,Exterior EntryNumber 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: 1850 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Electric Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Hot Water,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: None,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Hot Water
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Levels: ThreeAccessibility: None
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: Concrete PerimeterNo 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): 1300 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 550 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1914Year Renovated: 2017
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: TownhouseStructure Type: Interior Row/TownhouseArchitecture: Victorian
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1043//0124

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $884,900Price Per Sqft: $478/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Jan 26 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: WASHINGTONCommunity: Old City #1
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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1950 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 961 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Real Estate Owned

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: DCDC2213088Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1300
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Kevin Rollins, (240) 432-7848
RE/MAX Professionals
Listing Team: The Rollins Group (Trg)
Bought with: Melanie Hauer, (202) 725-7424, Keller Williams Capital Properties
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DCDC2213088

Price History for 538 13th St SE

DatePriceEventSource
01/14/2026$884,900Sold
Bright MLS #DCDC2213088
05/15/2025$790,000Sold
N/A
02/03/2025$849,000Listed For SaleBright MLS #DCDC2164262
12/26/2024$899,000ListingRemovedBright MLS #DCDC2164262
11/20/2024$899,000PriceChange
Bright MLS #DCDC2164262
10/16/2024$929,000Listed For SaleBright MLS #DCDC2164262
08/23/2024ListingRemovedBright MLS #DCDC2133258
08/05/2024$949,900Listed For SaleBright MLS #DCDC2133258
07/27/2024ListingRemovedBright MLS #DCDC2133258
07/25/2024$949,900PriceChange
Bright MLS #DCDC2133258
06/20/2024$979,000Listed For SaleBright MLS #DCDC2133258
04/19/2024ListingRemovedBright MLS #DCDC2133258
04/16/2024$979,000Listed For SaleBright MLS #DCDC2133258
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$7,673
Assessment$910,620
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 538 13th St SE

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
718 13th St SE, Washington, DC
0.07
Townhouse
$810,341
05/30/25
3
3.5
1,482
420 13th St SE, Washington, DC
0.10
Townhouse
$1,295,000
09/04/25
3
4.5
1,920
1218 G St SE, Washington, DC
0.09
Townhouse
$849,000
02/17/26
3
1.5
1,486
337 11th St SE, Washington, DC
0.28
Townhouse
$900,000
12/08/25
3
2.5
1,680
407 Kentucky Ave SE, Washington, DC
0.19
Townhouse
$975,000
09/25/25
2
2.5
1,688
406 15th St SE, Washington, DC
0.29
Townhouse
$925,000
02/02/26
3
3.5
2,295
1422 Potomac Ave SE, Washington, DC
0.19
Townhouse
$1,065,000
06/06/25
4
3
1,760
510 13th St SE, Washington, DC
0.05
Townhouse
$835,000
07/11/25
3
2
1,068

Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Capitol Hill
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What Locals Say about Capitol Hill

At least 296 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."
    1
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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."
    3
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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. "
    1
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  • Millerar
    "I love it here. Walkable, friendly neighborhood. Great restaurants nearby. Public transportation is plentiful. "
    2
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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. "
    2
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  • Luvdaflix
    "Many responsible and courteous dog owners in this community. Most owners walk animals on lease and are typically friendly."
    1
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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."
    3
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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. "
    2
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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. "
    1
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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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538 13th St SE, Washington, DC 20003 is a 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 1,850 sqft townhouse built in 1914. 538 13th St SE is located in Capitol Hill, Washington. This property is not currently available for sale. 538 13th St SE was last sold on Jan 14, 2026 for $884,900 (0% higher than the asking price of $884,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 538 13th St SE is $874,900.