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Sold for $1,479,000
    • $1,479,000

    638 N Carolina Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003

    3beds
    1,722sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1900
    1,291 Square Feet Lot
    $1,481,300 Zestimate®
    $859/sqft
    $5,174 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,481,300

    $1.41M - $1.56M

    $5,174/mo

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    What's special

    Flexible dining spaceSolar panelsEfficient open floor planSouthern exposureDouble-pane windowsWide-plank oak floorsHigh ceilings
    Open House Saturday 1-3 & Sunday 2-4 Don't be fooled by the facade - this home is larger than it looks! Come take a look! Price has been reduced to $1,499000 Sun-filled Capitol Hill home in the heart of Eastern Market! This bright and spacious 3BR/2.5BA residence features southern exposure, high ceilings, wide-plank oak floors, recessed lighting, and an efficient open floor plan. Large white kitchen with abundant cabinetry and flexible dining space. Private bluestone patio, temperature-controlled storage basement, and rare off-street parking with carport. Upstairs offers a sunny primary suite with en-suite bath, two additional bedrooms, hall bath, and stacked washer/dryer. Double-pane windows, dual heat pump HVAC systems, and solar panels help reduce utility costs. Unbeatable location just steps to Eastern Market, Metro, restaurants, shops, parks, and all Capitol Hill amenities.

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    Listed by:

    Linda Pettie 202-276-3172,

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Washington,

    Co-Listing Agent: Sheila Walter 202-203-8180,

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Washington

    Bought with:

    Justin Paulhamus, BR98378390

    4J Real Estate, LLC

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2266004MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Basement
    • Area: 861
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Electric
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Ice Maker, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
    • Laundry: Upper Level
    Features
    • Flooring: Wood, Ceramic Tile
    • Windows: Double Pane Windows
    • Basement: Rear Entrance,Exterior Entry,Unfinished
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Decorative
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,583
    • Total interior livable area: 1,722 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,722
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Off Street, Detached Carport
    • Carport spaces: 1
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
    • Pool features: None
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Street
    Lot
    • Size: 1,291 Square Feet
    • Features: Unknown Soil Type
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 0871//0027
    • Zoning: REFER TO ZONING MAP
    • Zoning description: Residential
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: Contemporary
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Other
    • Roof: Rubber
    Condition
    • Excellent
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1900

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Security System
    • Subdivision: Capitol Hill
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Washington

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $859/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,431,490
    • Annual tax amount: $12,157
    • Date on market: 6/4/2026
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/17/2026Sold$1,479,000-1.3%$859/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2266004 Report a problem
    7/7/2026Pending sale$1,499,000$870/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2266004 Report a problem
    6/22/2026Contingent$1,499,000$870/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2266004 Report a problem
    6/18/2026Price change$1,499,000-3.2%$870/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2266004 Report a problem
    6/4/2026Listed for sale$1,549,000+10.7%$900/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2266004 Report a problem
    1/13/2020Sold$1,399,000$812/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    12/10/2019Pending sale$1,399,000$812/sqft
    Source: RLAH Real Estate #DCDC451960 Report a problem
    12/5/2019Listed for sale$1,399,000+52.4%$812/sqft
    Source: RLAH Real Estate #DCDC451960 Report a problem
    4/2/2015Sold$918,000-8.2%$533/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    2/6/2015Listed for sale$999,999$581/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Capital Properties #DC8549236 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2026$12,168 +0.1%$1,431,490 +0.1%
    2025$12,157 +2.4%$1,430,190 +2.4%
    2024$11,866 +8.1%$1,396,040 +1.5%
    2023$10,974 +2.4%$1,375,040 +2.6%
    2022$10,722 +4.3%$1,340,070 +4.2%
    2021$10,279 +1.9%$1,285,660 +1.8%
    2020$10,092 +4.9%$1,262,970 +4.8%
    2018$9,616 +0.6%$1,204,640 +0.6%
    2017$9,559 +25%$1,197,030 +3.9%
    2016$7,649 +42.4%$1,152,040 +59%
    2015$5,373 -2.2%$724,440 +12.1%
    2014$5,492 +1.8%$646,080 +1.8%
    2013$5,397 +1.4%$634,960 +1.4%
    2012$5,323 $626,210
    2011$5,323 -2.4%$626,210 -2.4%
    2010$5,454 -9.3%$641,650 -9.3%
    2009$6,015 -3%$707,700 +0.5%
    2007$6,199 +12.3%$704,480 +17.5%
    2006$5,518 +9.3%$599,790 +14.1%
    2005$5,047 +5.5%$525,710 +5.5%
    2004$4,781 +28%$498,070 +28%
    2003$3,736 +69%$389,200 +69%
    2002$2,211 -6.5%$230,298 +12%
    2001$2,364 $205,552
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Brent
    • District: District Of Columbia Public Schools

    Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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