Date
Details
Price
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Source
3/17/2026
Listed
$999,000
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Property Description
Step into the charm of historic Capitol Hill with this delightful townhouse at 511 2nd St SE, nestled on a picturesque, tree-lined one-way street between Garfield and Province Parks. This inviting home offers 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 3 levels spanning 2,196 square feet (per DC tax record). Plus, it comes with the rare convenience of a ONE-CAR GARAGE, an urban treasure! The main level has an arched vestibule entryway with decorative iron front gate, hardwood floors, and high ceilings. Perfect for hosting or unwinding, it features a well-appointed kitchen with sweet bay-window breakfast nook area, ample storage space, and an open-concept living/dining area with cozy fireplace. Sliding glass doors let the sun shine in, and lead you to a private rear back deck, your personal oasis for morning coffee or evening gatherings. Upstairs, you'll find 2 generously sized bedrooms, each with ample natural light, and 2 full bathrooms. The lower level, partially finished, offers endless possibilities, whether you envision a home office, gym, or extra storage space. Located just 1 block to the highly sought-after new Brent Elementary (being rebuilt!), Capitol Hill Day School, St. Peter School, 2 blocks to Whole Foods, corner neighborhood grocery, Capitol South Metro and Pennsylvania Ave shops and dining, and 1 mile to Nationals Park, this home encourages exploring the best that Capitol Hill has to offer. This estate sale property is being offered *AS IS* - a perfect opportunity to make it your own and add your personal touch. Don't miss this chance to own a home in one of DC's most coveted neighborhood pockets! Square footage is approximate and should not be used for property valuation.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 511 2nd St SE
General
- Price: $999,000
- Taxes: $8,573 (2025)
- Status: Under Contract
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: DCDC2246734
- Updated: 4/3/2026
- Added to Site: 17 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Combination Dining/Living, Wood Floors, Built-Ins, Carpet, Dining Area
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Brick
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven - Double, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Upper: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Main Floor, Basement
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Window Grills
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Type: Detached Garage
- Garage Description: Garage - Rear Entry, Garage Door Opener
Location
- County: WASHINGTON
- Subdivision: CAPITOL HILL
- Cross Streets: E St SE
- Driving Directions: East on Independence Ave to 2nd St SE. Right on 2nd St. to E St SE. On 2nd between Duddington Pl and E St SE.
- Historic District: Yes
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Central
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Unfinished, Connecting Stairway, Shelving
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Walls/Ceilings: Plaster Walls, Dry Wall, Brick
- Stories Description: Upper 1
- Square Feet: 2,196
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,464 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,464 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1907
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Excellent
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Garage(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 945
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: RF1
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $682.38
- Assessment Year: 2025
- City/TownTax: $8,573
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $1,115,460
- Tax Amount: $8,573
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1464
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 133
Listed by Compass, Megan M Shapiro and Compass, Philip E Guire
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Schools
Schools serving 511 2nd 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 | 0.2 mi |
Jefferson Middle School Academy 801 7th Street Southwest, Washington, DC 20024 | 6-8 | 1.1 mi |
Eastern High School 1700 East Capitol Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20003 | 9-12 | 1.4 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 511 2nd St SE
Tax History
Tax History for 511 2nd St SE
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$8,573
1%
$1,098,430
1%
2024
$8,461
2%
$1,082,490
4%
2023
$8,299
8%
$1,041,380
6%
2022
$7,702
5%
$984,760
5%
2021
$7,343
4%
$940,280
4%
2020
$7,051
6%
$905,270
6%
2019
$6,654
4%
$857,700
4%
2018
$6,383
7%
$824,330
1%
2017
$5,952
10%
$814,790
4%
2016
$5,417
10%
$780,440
5%
2015
$4,927
10%
$745,290
5%
2014
$4,488
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$708,550
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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511 2nd Street SE, Washington, DC 20003 (MLS# DCDC2246734) is a Townhouse property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 511 2nd Street SE is currently listed for $999,000 and was received on March 17, 2026. Want to learn more about 511 2nd 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.