Rare Renovation Opportunity in Anacostia Historic District | 5,900 SF Lot | 3,325 SF Interior: Discover an exceptional opportunity in the heart of the Anacostia Historic District — one of Washington, DC's most storied and rapidly evolving neighborhoods. Located just one block from the Frederick Douglass National Historic Site, this property places you steps from living history and at the center of a community renaissance. With 3,325 square feet of total interior space across three levels, the possibilities are as expansive as the footprint. The main level offers a large, open living area, a kitchen, two bedrooms, and a full bathroom. The upper level features a generous open room /bedroom, while the lower level delivers a large open area/bedroom, a bathroom, and two additional rooms for flexible use. Outside, a 5,900 square foot lot impresses with a landscaped front yard and a sizable rear yard complete with a shed and direct alley access. The generous outdoor space and alley access present exciting possibilities worth exploring with the right vision. The location is unmatched. Walk to the Anacostia Arts & Culture District, home to galleries, dining, and local businesses. Commuting is effortless with the Anacostia Metro Station (Green Line) within easy walking distance. This home is being offered As Is, presenting an ideal canvas for a developer seeking a value-add project or an end user with a vision and appetite for a rewarding renovation. Properties of this scale in the Anacostia Historic District rarely come to market — don't miss your chance to put your mark on one of DC's most historically significant neighborhoods.
Under contract
$500,000
1519 W St SE, Washington, DC 20020
4beds
2,535sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1933
5,878 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$197/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Direct alley accessTwo bedroomsSizable rear yardLandscaped front yard
- 71 days |
- 59 |
- 2 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
Michael Hargreaves 202-276-0757,
TTR Sotheby's International Realty,
Listing Team: The Rob And Brent Group
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2258136
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 1105
Heating
- Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Attic, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Rear Entrance,Space For Rooms,Windows,Connecting Stairway
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,225
- Total interior livable area: 2,535 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,670
- Finished area below ground: 865
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 5,878 Square Feet
- Features: Front Yard, Landscaped, Rear Yard, Urban Land Not Rated
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 5795//0801
- Zoning: RA-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Other, Brick/Mortar
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1933
Details
- Builder model: Poretsky Inc.
- Builder name: McFeteridge, Johnson
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Anacostia
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $197/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $433,910
- Annual tax amount: $2,896
- Date on market: 4/23/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/3/2026 | Contingent | $500,000$197/sqft |
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| 4/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $500,000-7.4%$197/sqft |
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| 9/21/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/16/2022 | Pending sale | $540,000+8%$213/sqft |
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| 9/12/2022 | Sold | $500,000-7.4%$197/sqft |
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| 8/7/2022 | Contingent | $540,000$213/sqft |
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| 8/2/2022 | Listed for sale | $540,000+83.1%$213/sqft |
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| 5/30/2009 | Listing removed | $295,000$116/sqft |
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| 10/19/2008 | Listed for sale | $295,000$116/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | $1,818 +11.2% | $213,910 +12.7% |
| 2014 | $1,635 -17.8% | $189,850 -1.3% |
| 2013 | $1,989 -7.2% | $192,400 -17.8% |
| 2012 | $2,143 -10% | $233,990 -7.2% |
| 2011 | $2,381 -8.8% | $252,120 -10% |
| 2010 | $2,610 +11.4% | $280,090 -8.8% |
| 2009 | $2,342 | $307,090 +11.4% |
| 2008 | $2,342 +41.5% | $275,580 +23.9% |
| 2007 | $1,655 | $222,360 +23.6% |
| 2006 | $1,655 +22.3% | $179,910 +27.6% |
| 2005 | $1,354 | $141,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Anacostia
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Moten Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Kramer Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Anacostia High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Moten
- Middle: Kramer
- High: Anacostia
- District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
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