For sale

$649,000

1521 Independence Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003

2beds

720sqft

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Townhouse

Built in 1910

607 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$901/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Fully owned solar panelsStainless-steel appliancesHardwood floors

Come fall in love with this gorgeous home in pristine condition. Here you will find 2 spacious bedrooms, hardwood floors, and stainless-steel appliances. You also have a fantastic storage unit below the living room floor. The back yard is an oasis and is large enough to accommodate a car with a simple reconfiguration of the back fence. The owners have lovingly maintained this property. Highlights include a completely renovated bathroom (2023), tankless water heater (2024), LG washer and dryer combo (2024) and replacement of the external drain line (2025). The home is also equipped with fully owned solar panels, allowing you to cash in on the renewable energy credits you generate. Located steps from Eastern Market, Stadium Armory Metro, and the new RFK Development project this home provides the perfect base to explore all of what Capitol Hill and the surrounding areas have to offer.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Rooms

Room types: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen

Primary bedroom

Features: Flooring - HardWood
Level: Upper

Bedroom 2

Features: Flooring - HardWood
Level: Upper

Kitchen

Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
Level: Main

Living room

Features: Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Wood Burning
Level: Main

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air, Electric

Appliances

Included: Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater

Features

Combination Kitchen/Dining, Eat-in Kitchen
Flooring: Hardwood
Has basement: No
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 720
Total interior livable area: 720 sqft
Finished area above ground: 720
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Parking features: On Street, Other
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Exterior features: Storage
Pool features: None
Fencing: Other,Wood
Has view: Yes
View description: City

Lot

Size: 607 Square Feet
Features: Unknown Soil Type

Details

Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Parcel number: 1072/S/0025
Zoning: RF-1
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: Townhouse
Architectural style: Federal
Property subtype: Townhouse

Materials

Brick
Foundation: Other

Condition

Very Good
New construction: No
Year built: 1910

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Barney Circle

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Washington

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $901/sqft
Tax assessed value: $636,180
Annual tax amount: $5,407
Date on market: 6/8/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan,FHA,Other
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

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Estimated sales range

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Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/8/2026	Listed for sale	$649,000-0.9%$901/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2267044 Report a problem
11/21/2022	Sold	$655,000+1.6%$910/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2070706 Report a problem
11/1/2022	Contingent	$645,000$896/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2070706 Report a problem
10/25/2022	Listed for sale	$645,000+37.2%$896/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2070706 Report a problem
10/26/2015	Sold	$470,000+0%$653/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
10/2/2015	Listed for sale	$469,900+50.6%$653/sqft
Source: Keller Williams Capital Properties #DC8762601 Report a problem
6/3/2010	Sold	$312,000+318.8%$433/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
6/27/1994	Sold	$74,500$103/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$5,373 +1.1%	$632,130 +1.1%
2024	$5,317 +26.1%	$625,550 +7.8%
2023	$4,218 +7.2%	$580,240 +7.2%
2022	$3,933 +3.3%	$541,440 +3.3%
2021	$3,808 +5.2%	$524,380 +4.6%
2020	$3,619 -7.4%	$501,460 +9.1%
2018	$3,906 +3.4%	$459,570 +3.4%
2017	$3,777 +6.7%	$444,320 +6.7%
2016	$3,541 +10.9%	$416,570 +10.9%
2015	$3,192 +12.6%	$375,500 +12.6%
2014	$2,836 +17.7%	$333,590 +3.7%
2013	$2,409 +26.4%	$321,830 +0.9%
2012	$1,906	$319,050
2011	$1,906 +16.2%	$319,050 +15.7%
2010	$1,640 +172.1%	$275,700 -6.4%
2009	$603 +5.2%	$294,550 +10%
2007	$573 +5.2%	$267,750 +29.9%
2006	$545 -31.1%	$206,160 +11.1%
2005	$791 +12%	$185,560 +45.8%
2004	$706 +12%	$127,270 +19.5%
2003	$631 +25%	$106,500 +29%
2002	$505	$82,560
2001	$505	$82,560

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