917 12th St SE, Washington, DC 20003
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$1,102,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 8, 2026
  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,000 sqft

917 12th St SE, Washington, DC 20003

Capitol Hill

Home Highlights

Townhouse
2,000 sqft
$551/sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

Modern & Renovated 3BR/2.5BA Townhouse in Prime Historic Capitol Hill Location Private Parking & Outdoor Oasis!

Welcome to this stunning 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom townhouse in the heart of Capitol Hill! Fully renovated just six months ago, this home offers modern living with high-end finishes, brand-new appliances, and a beautiful private backyard. Perfectly located near Potomac Ave Metro (7-minute walk) and Eastern Market Metro (13-minute walk), this home provides easy access to Navy Yard, The Wharf, Barracks Row's top restaurants, and major highways, making it a commuter's dream!

 Home Features:
 Newly Renovated Fresh, modern, and move-in ready with new hardwood floors, new bathrooms, and new high-efficiency windows to block any outdoor noise
 Spacious & Bright Layout Open floor plan with plenty of natural light
 New Stainless Steel Appliances Includes a Bosch washer & dryer
 Brand-New HVAC System Efficient heating and cooling for year-round comfort
 Private, Secured Parking Gated backyard access for off-street parking
Home Alarm System by Vivint

Outdoor Living at Its Best:
Enjoy a beautiful backyard retreat with lush green turf, a grill, and stylish lounge furniture perfect for entertaining or unwinding after a long day. Backyard furniture will come with the house!

 Prime Capitol Hill Location:
 7-minute walk to Potomac Ave Metro
 13-minute walk to Eastern Market Metro
 Close to Barracks Row, The Wharf, and Navy Yard Enjoy top-rated dining, nightlife, and entertainment
 Quick access to highways: Just 12 minutes to Arlington & Alexandria

Highly-Rated School District:
This home is in-bound for Chisholm Elementary School, offering a renowned Spanish immersion program.

 Rental Details:
 Rent: $3,975 per month
 Furnished Option Available $4,975 for a furnished living area (selected items)
 Estimated Utilities: ~$250/month
 Application Fee: $25 one-time fee
 Move-Out Fee: $250 one-time fee

Don't miss this rare opportunity to live in one of DC's most desirable neighborhoods!

This property has a Certificate of Occupancy, Basic Business License, and the the best landlords in town!

Contact us today to schedule a showing!

1 year or flexible
917 12th St SE, Washington, DC 20003 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,000 sqft townhouse in Capitol Hill. It last sold for $765,000 on Feb 22, 2016 (19,145% above the $3,975 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in February 2025 with an asking price of $3,975 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 12, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,102,100, with a rent estimate of $4,999/month.

Home Details for 917 12th St SE

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Wall FurnaceAir ConditioningCooling System: Central AirHeating Fuel: Wall Furnace
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Townhouse

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Detached, On Site

Comparable Sales for 917 12th St SE

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1110 I St SE, Washington, DC
0.05
Townhouse
$531,000
10/27/25
3
2
1,575 sqft
732 13th St SE, Washington, DC
0.17
Townhouse
$985,000
08/18/26
3
2
1,824 sqft
745 10th St SE, Washington, DC
0.15
Townhouse
$1,195,000
01/21/26
3
2.5
1,764 sqft
1218 G St SE, Washington, DC
0.19
Townhouse
$849,000
02/17/26
3
1.5
1,486 sqft
1105 G St SE, Washington, DC
0.15
Townhouse
$960,000
08/10/26
3
1.5
1,458 sqft
728 13th St SE, Washington, DC
0.18
Townhouse
$790,000
11/03/25
3
1.5
1,298 sqft
903 12th St SE, Washington, DC
0.02
Townhouse
$735,000
05/28/26
2
1.5
1,008 sqft
543 11th St SE, Washington, DC
0.20
Townhouse
$1,042,500
03/30/26
3
2
1,472 sqft
1430 K St SE, Washington, DC
0.33
Townhouse
$875,000
08/07/26
3
2.5
1,836 sqft
538 13th St SE, Washington, DC
0.24
Townhouse
$884,900
01/14/26
3
3.5
1,850 sqft

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Rental Market Trends in Capitol Hill

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$4,999/mo
Average rent
$2.7K
$50MoM
Available listings
254
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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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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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    "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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    "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
Feb 12, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$3,975
Feb 1, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$3,975
Nov 8, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$1,785
Oct 8, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Rent
$1,785
Feb 22, 2016
Source: N/A
Sold
$765,000

Frequently asked questions about 917 12th St SE

  • What is 917 12th St SE estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 917 12th St SE in Washington, DC is $1,102,100.
  • What is the price history for 917 12th St SE?
    917 12th St SE in Washington, DC last sold for $765,000 in February 2016.
  • 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 $1.02M. That is up $12.5K from the prior month.
  • Does 917 12th St SE have air conditioning?
    Yes, 917 12th St SE in Washington, DC has air conditioning.
  • Does 917 12th St SE have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 917 12th St SE in Washington, DC has in-unit laundry.

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