Exquisite 4-Story Victorian with Carriage House/Garage overlooking Capitol Hill's premier boulevard---East Capitol Street---in the heart of the Hill's Historic District. Located 6 blocks from the US Capitol and Congress, 5 blocks from the Supreme Court and the Library of Congress and the Shakespeare Library, together it offers over 5,000 sq feet of unparalleled elegance, modern convenience and investment potential. It was completely renovated and remodeled as four self-contained 2 bedroom 2 bath units...each unit boasts its own HVAC, washer/dryer, gas fireplace, and beautifully appointed kitchen and baths. Built in the 1890's, it features wonderfully preserved details that no new build or renovation can possibly approach...high ceilings, gorgeous plasterwork, stained glass and magnificent floors and original chestnut woodwork hand rubbed to a silken finish. There is a certificate of occupancy for 4 legal rental units and each is presently tenanted. The carriage house/garage was remodeled and made habitable but is not a rental unit. It offers the potential as a 5th rental unit and additional income if the buyer wishes to secure City approval. Today it is the perfect turn-key investment with immediate rental income. One could easily convert it to a single family home with and English Basement rental unit and or use the entire property. There is the potential to condo the property and maximize your investment return. 642 East Capitol Street is unmatched in its beauty, location and versatility. Whether you are looking for a primo investment or a luxurious home, this Victorian Grande Dame offers endless possibilities. It is offered for sale as part of a 1031 Tax Deferred Exchange.
Sold for $2,150,000
$2,150,000
642 E Capitol St NE, Washington, DC 20003
8beds
4,442sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1890
2,690 Square Feet Lot
$2,148,800 Zestimate®
$484/sqft
$-- Estimated rent
Home value
$2,148,800
$2.02M - $2.30M
Not available
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Unparalleled eleganceOriginal chestnut woodworkStained glassBeautifully appointed kitchenMagnificent floorsPreserved detailsHigh ceilings
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Listed by:
Phyllis Jane Young 202-544-4236,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Washington
Bought with:
Peter Grimm, SP98366089
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2191820
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 8
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Description: Percent Finished: 100.0
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit, Lower Level, Main Level, Upper Level
Features
- 2nd Kitchen, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Crown Molding, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Other, 9'+ Ceilings, High Ceilings, Plaster Walls
- Flooring: Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Bay/Bow, Double Hung, Stain/Lead Glass, Window Treatments
- Basement: Partial,English,Front Entrance,Full,Finished,Heated,Improved,Rear Entrance,Space For Rooms
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Brick, Gas/Propane, Mantel(s)
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,466
- Total interior livable area: 4,442 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,442
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Storage, Garage Faces Rear, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Oversized, Other, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
- Details: Garage Sqft: 1120
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Four
- Stories: 4
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Panoramic, Street
Lot
- Size: 2,690 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21 x 128.08
- Features: Urban, Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 0868//0800
- Zoning: 1-A RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Other
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
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: $484/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,897,250
- Annual tax amount: $16,127
- Date on market: 3/25/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/29/2025 | Sold | $2,150,000-14%$484/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DCDC2191820 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2025 | Pending sale | $2,500,000$563/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2191820 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,500,000$563/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2191820 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $15,128 -6.2% | $1,779,770 -6.2% |
| 2025 | $16,127 +6.2% | $1,897,250 +6.2% |
| 2024 | $15,182 +2.8% | $1,786,170 +2.8% |
| 2023 | $14,763 -2.4% | $1,736,850 -2.4% |
| 2022 | $15,123 -1.5% | $1,779,150 -1.5% |
| 2021 | $15,347 +7.3% | $1,805,480 +7.3% |
| 2020 | $14,296 +10.6% | $1,681,870 +10.6% |
| 2018 | $12,930 +5.2% | $1,521,210 +5.2% |
| 2017 | $12,293 +1.6% | $1,446,290 +1.6% |
| 2016 | $12,095 +0.6% | $1,422,890 +0.6% |
| 2015 | $12,024 +0.1% | $1,414,620 +0.1% |
| 2014 | $12,016 +0.1% | $1,413,590 +0.1% |
| 2013 | $12,009 | $1,412,800 |
| 2012 | $12,009 | $1,412,800 |
| 2011 | $12,009 +49% | $1,412,800 -0.4% |
| 2010 | $8,062 +10% | $1,418,600 |
| 2009 | $7,329 +15.8% | $1,418,600 +10% |
| 2007 | $6,329 +5.2% | $1,289,640 +79.2% |
| 2006 | $6,015 +1.7% | $719,770 +10% |
| 2005 | $5,917 +10.7% | $654,340 +10% |
| 2004 | $5,346 +25.2% | $594,850 +25.3% |
| 2003 | $4,271 +2.3% | $474,849 +2.1% |
| 2002 | $4,176 +3.4% | $464,977 +3.1% |
| 2001 | $4,040 | $450,874 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAPeabody Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-KDistance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Stuart-Hobson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Eastern High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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- Washington, DC
- District of Columbia
- Washington
- 20003
- Capitol Hill
- 642 E Capitol St NE
