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Property Description
**OPEN FRIDAY 5-7PM, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY 1-3PM** THIS IS SPECIAL...steps from The Capitol. Timeless and elegant GRAND DAME, original pine floors, and lux craftsmanship throughout - a RARE OPPORTUNITY to own a unique property in the heart of Capitol Hill, the perfect balance of historic charm and modern living: soaring 12-foot ceilings, embellished moldings throughout, an unbelievable kitchen with an extra-large pantry, multiple living spaces, two 1st floor fireplaces, and a screened-in porch to enjoy and entertain, that spills out to a dreamy backyard with lush landscaping and wraparound garden....privacy prevails - a luxury in DC. Upstairs are 4 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms - a rarity for its prime location, even a charming tucked-away balcony off two bedrooms reminds one of years past. The primary bedroom has an elegant fireplace, an oversized bay window, and plenty of room for a king-size bed. In addition, there is a stunning extra-large lower level, with more storage than one can imagine, renovated only a few years ago with so much storage plus an additional full bathroom and bedroom with its own entrance - you will be proud to host all guests or it's perfect for an au pair. Enjoy your Capitol Hill lifestyle: Eastern Market, restaurants, Metro, Whole Foods and parks galore.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 17 5th St SE
General
- Sold For: $2,850,000
- Taxes: $21,609 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: DCDC2260518
- Added to Site: 54 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Den, Foyer, Laundry, Workshop, Full Bath, Screened Porch
- Interior Features: Built-Ins, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors, Window Treatments
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Oven - Wall, Cooktop
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms Upper: 4
- Bedrooms Lower: 1
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- County: WASHINGTON
- Subdivision: CAPITOL HILL
- Cross Streets: East Capitol St NE
- Driving Directions: Head east on Constitution Ave NE, Turn right onto First St NE, Turn left onto East Capitol St NE, Turn right onto 5th St SE, house will be on the right
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
- Elementary School: Brent
- Middle School: Jefferson Middle School Academy
- High School: Eastern
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: No Pet Restrictions
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Radiator
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Connecting Stairway, Full, Heated
- Foundation: Other
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 4,785
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 3,890 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 3,190 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 700 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1900
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
- Bedrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.08
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,678
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $909.09
- Assessment Year: 2025
- City/TownTax: $21,609
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $2,620,690
- Tax Amount: $21,609
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 3890
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 816
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Schools
Schools serving 17 5th St SE
School District:District of Columbia Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Brent Elementary School 301 North Carolina Avenue Southeast, Washington, DC 20003 | K-5 | 0.3 mi |
Jefferson Middle School Academy 801 7th Street Southwest, Washington, DC 20024 | 6-8 | 1.4 mi |
Eastern High School 1700 East Capitol Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20003 | 9-12 | 1.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 17 5th St SE
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/04/2026
Sold
$2,850,000
-1.72%
MLS
5/07/2026
Listed
$2,900,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
17 5th Street SE, Washington, DC 20003 (MLS# DCDC2260518) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $2,850,000 on June 04, 2026. This property was sold by Topher Cushman from our Capitol Hill Office.Want to learn more about 17 5th Street SE? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Washington? You can browse all Washington real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.


