RARE CAPITOL HILL EAST OPPORTUNITY — TWO UNITS with COO + GARAGE + INCOME POTENTIAL! This exceptional end-unit property offers the flexibility of a spacious 3-bedroom upper residence plus a separate 1-bedroom lower-level apartment with a Certificate of Occupancy, creating an exciting opportunity for rental income, multigenerational living, guests, or a private home office. Add a rare 1 car garage plus driveway parking for 2 additional cars, fenced front, side and rear yards, and a private deck, and you have a combination that's truly hard to find in DC.The upper residence features 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a half bath. It includes hardwood floors, a fireplace and wet bar in the living area, an adjoining dining room, abundant windows, generous storage, and a spacious kitchen with direct access to the deck—perfect for entertaining or dining al fresco. The lower-level unit offers a separate entranced 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment with kitchen and living area. Each unit has its own washer and dryer, hvac unit, and water heaters and electric is separately metered. The garage provides valuable off-street parking and/or storage, while the fenced front, side and rear yards offer additional outdoor space and privacy.Recent improvements include: roof repair and silicone coating (4/2/2026); rear porch flashing repair (7/6/2022); upper-unit water heater (2021); upper-unit stack washer and dryer (2/2024); lower-level washer (2025); upstairs indoor HVAC unit and thermostat (3/2024); new evaporator coil and condensing unit for the upper unit (8/28/2025); lower-level indoor HVAC unit and thermostat (1/12/2024); and lower-level outdoor HVAC unit (5/5/2021).Live in the upper residence and let the lower level work for you—or enjoy the freedom of having two separate spaces under one roof. Whether you're looking to offset your mortgage with rental income, accommodate extended family, or simply enjoy the flexibility of two separate living spaces, this property delivers exceptional versatility.Located in Capitol Hill East, one of DC's most vibrant and sought-after neighborhoods, you'll be close to Eastern Market, Barracks Row, Capitol Hill, Navy Yard, Nationals Park, the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail, parks, restaurants, cafés, and neighborhood shops. Two blocks to Potomac Ave Metro, major commuter routes, and the many dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions throughout the Capitol Hill and Navy Yard communities. With the Washington Commanders coming home to DC, you can look forward to at home tailgating and a short walk to the games!
Pending
$1,200,000
1526 Potomac Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003
4beds
1,656sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1922
3,054 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$725/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
End-unit propertyGenerous storageAdjoining dining roomPrivate deckHardwood floorsAbundant windows
- 7 days
- 465
- 32
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Listed by:
Chelsea Traylor 703-989-4903,
Redfin Corp
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2283210
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Mantel(s), Insert, Screen
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,656
- Total interior livable area: 1,656 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,656
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 3,054 Square Feet
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 1076//0048
- Zoning: SEE ZONING MAP
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Federal
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1922
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Capitol Hill East
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $725/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $990,160
- Annual tax amount: $8,375
- Date on market: 9/19/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/26/2026 | Contingent | $1,200,000$725/sqft |
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| 9/26/2026 | Pending sale | $1,200,000$725/sqft |
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| 9/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000+135.3%$725/sqft |
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| 4/28/2026 | Listing removed | $4,200$3/sqft |
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| 3/3/2026 | Listed for rent | $4,200+14.3%$3/sqft |
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| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/27/2020 | Listing removed | $3,675$2/sqft |
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| 10/10/2019 | Listed for rent | $3,675+122.7%$2/sqft |
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| 4/18/2019 | Listing removed | $1,650$1/sqft |
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| 2/14/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,650-10.8%$1/sqft |
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| 11/6/2018 | Listing removed | $1,850$1/sqft |
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| 10/5/2018 | Price change | $1,850-7.5%$1/sqft |
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| 9/4/2018 | Listed for rent | $2,000-20%$1/sqft |
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| 8/31/2016 | Listing removed | $2,500+35.1%$2/sqft |
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| 6/27/2016 | Listing removed | $1,850+16%$1/sqft |
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| 3/15/2016 | Price change | $1,595+13.9%$1/sqft |
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| 3/6/2016 | Listed for rent | $1,400$1/sqft |
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| 1/1/2015 | Sold | $510,000$308/sqft |
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| 11/19/2004 | Sold | $510,000+177.2%$308/sqft |
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| 9/3/1997 | Sold | $184,000$111/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $8,375 +0.8% | $985,260 +0.8% |
| 2025 | $8,307 +1.5% | $977,290 +1.5% |
| 2024 | $8,187 +0.8% | $963,160 +0.8% |
| 2023 | $8,121 +8.3% | $955,430 +8.3% |
| 2022 | $7,496 +3.2% | $881,860 +3.2% |
| 2021 | $7,265 +5.3% | $854,710 +5.3% |
| 2020 | $6,901 +8.1% | $811,930 +8.1% |
| 2018 | $6,386 +1.8% | $751,240 +1.8% |
| 2017 | $6,271 +7.3% | $737,810 +7.3% |
| 2016 | $5,846 +9.6% | $687,750 +9.6% |
| 2015 | $5,335 +10.8% | $627,670 +10.8% |
| 2014 | $4,815 +1.1% | $566,520 +1.1% |
| 2013 | $4,762 +2.2% | $560,220 +2.2% |
| 2012 | $4,660 | $548,200 |
| 2011 | $4,660 -1.6% | $548,200 -1.6% |
| 2010 | $4,734 -9.5% | $556,960 -9.5% |
| 2009 | $5,234 +4.3% | $615,760 +8% |
| 2007 | $5,019 +22.7% | $570,360 +28.3% |
| 2006 | $4,089 +5.4% | $444,510 +10% |
| 2005 | $3,879 +129.9% | $404,100 +35% |
| 2004 | $1,688 +12% | $299,330 +30% |
| 2003 | $1,507 +25% | $230,250 +48% |
| 2002 | $1,206 | $155,577 |
| 2001 | $1,206 | $155,577 |
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Neighborhood: Barney Circle
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
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