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For sale
$850,000
3beds
1,530sqft
520 15th St SE, Washington, DC 20003
3beds
1,530sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1900
2,492 sqft
2 Open parking spaces
$556 price/sqft
What's special
Off-street parkingFinished on three levelsDouble-pane replacement windowsOriginal heart pine floorsDeep landscaped lotLight-filled porch-frontThoughtful system updates
Declare Your Independence! This One is Hotter than a Firecracker! Indeed, some homes just feel right from the start, and 520 15th Street SE is one of them. Perfectly positioned in one of Capitol Hill’s most convenient and connected locations, this light-filled porch-front delivers an increasingly rare combination: classic character, smart ...
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Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2269646
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Living Room
Kitchen
Dining Room
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Peter Grimm 202-270-6368,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2269646
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 510
Heating
- Hot Water, Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, High Ceilings, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Doors: Insulated, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Double Hung, Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Connecting Stairway,Partial,Full,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Rear Entrance,Shelving,Space For Rooms,Walk-Out Access,Windows,Improved,Heated
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,530
- Total interior livable area: 1,530 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,020
- Finished area below ground: 510
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Private, Surface, Driveway, Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Full,Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 2,492 Square Feet
- Features: Landscaped, Rear Yard, Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1076//0027
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Federal
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Capitol Hill
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $556/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $787,990
- Annual tax amount: $6,698
- Date on market: 7/1/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: See Seller Disclosures - Available From Agent, Please Email
- Exclusions: See Seller Disclosures - Available From Agent, Please Email
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $850,000+226.8%$556/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DCDC2269646 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2002 | Sold | $260,075$170/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,757 +1.6% | $780,660 +1.3% |
| 2024 | $2,714 +1.5% | $770,860 +1.5% |
| 2023 | $2,674 -49.4% | $759,790 +8.4% |
| 2022 | $5,288 +2.4% | $700,770 +2.5% |
| 2021 | $5,165 +5.9% | $683,990 +5.3% |
| 2020 | $4,876 +9.1% | $649,320 +8.4% |
| 2018 | $4,468 +7.5% | $599,050 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,155 +9.8% | $587,540 +7.1% |
| 2016 | $3,783 +9.9% | $548,350 +10% |
| 2015 | $3,441 +9.6% | $498,330 +13.4% |
| 2014 | $3,139 +0.3% | $439,460 +0.5% |
| 2013 | $3,129 +5.3% | $437,200 +4.8% |
| 2012 | $2,973 | $417,230 |
| 2011 | $2,973 +19.8% | $417,230 -1.7% |
| 2010 | $2,481 +10% | $424,620 -9% |
| 2009 | $2,256 +13.5% | $466,360 +7.1% |
| 2007 | $1,987 +5.2% | $435,330 +5.7% |
| 2006 | $1,889 -4.8% | $411,680 +31.1% |
| 2005 | $1,984 +7.3% | $314,020 +36.2% |
| 2004 | $1,849 -1.1% | $230,560 +18.4% |
| 2003 | $1,869 +48% | $194,730 +48% |
| 2002 | $1,263 -12.5% | $131,575 +4.8% |
| 2001 | $1,444 | $125,565 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$4,843/mo
Principal & interest
$4383
Property taxes
$460
Estimated market value
$852,000
$775,000 - $929,000
$4,206/mo
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Neighborhood: Barney Circle
Nearby schools
Watkins Elementary School
Grades 1-5 • 0.4 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
7/10Student Progress Rating
8/10Stuart-Hobson Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 1.3 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
9/10Student Progress Rating
7/10Eastern High School
Grades 9-12 • 0.6 miles3/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
4/10College Readiness Rating
2/10Student Progress Rating
4/10