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$1,400,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 7 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 4,908 Sq. Ft.
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Price reduction of $200K. Grand 4-level, semi-detached home, in the heart of Capitol Hill. C.1895, this exquisite four-story bayfront residence maintains its historic charm with original features, period details, and exceptional craftsmanship. The architectural beauty includes high ceilings, original woodwork, ceiling medallions, transoms, oversized windows, pocket doors, ornate fireplaces, a tiled vestibule, and preserved hard wood floors throughout. Spacious rooms throughout include a formal living room, sitting room, dining room and 2 large upper bayfront bedrooms. With a total of 7 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, and a large basement level there are endless opportunities. Located steps from Eastern Market, Lincoln Park and Barracks Road and nearby Metro station. A short stroll to the U.S. Capital, Union Station, the National Mall, and the Navy Yard-Nat's Stadium. In bounds for Brent Elementary School. Do not miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of Washington D.C. history in one of the city's most sought-after neighborhoods. This property is offered as-is.

Full Property Details for 720 A St SE

General

  • Sold For: $1,400,000
  • Taxes: $7,832 (2024)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
  • MLS ID: DCDC2199636
  • Added to Site: 244 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Sitting Room, Kitchen, Foyer, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Recreation Room, Storage Room, Bonus Room, Screened Porch
  • Interior Features: Pantry, Skylight(s), Wainscotting, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors, Other, Primary Bedroom - Bay Front, Primary Bath(s), Crown Moldings, Stove - Wood
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 4
  • Fireplace(s): Mantel(s), Mantel(s)
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile/Brick

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
  • Upper Floor Baths: 3
  • Upper - Full Baths: 3
  • Main Floor Baths: 1
  • Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
  • Lower Floor Baths: 1
  • Lower - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 7
  • Bedrooms Upper: 7
  • Bedrooms-Up2: 4

Other Rooms

  • Foyer/Entry: Foyer, Main
  • Living Room: Living Room - Fireplace - Wood Burning, Main
  • Sitting Room: Sitting Room - Fireplace - Other, Main
  • Kitchen: Kitchen, Main
  • Dining Room: Dining Room - Fireplace - Other, Main
  • Sun Room: Yes
  • Sun Room/Solarium: Sun/Florida Room, Main
  • Laundry: Lower 1
  • Storage: Storage Room, Lower 1
  • 3 Season Porch: Screened Porch, Upper 1

Exterior

  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch(es), Balconies- Multiple, Patio(s)

Parking

  • Parking Type: On Street

Location

  • County: Washington
  • Development Name: Capitol Hill
  • Subdivision: Capitol Hill
  • Driving Directions: Take Independence Avenue SE. Left on 7th St SE. Right on A St SE to 720.
  • Location Details: Urban
  • City Limits: Yes

School Information

  • School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
  • Elementary School: Brent
  • Middle School: Jefferson
  • High School: Eastern

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 Info: Victorian
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Construction: Brick
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Entrance: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: English, Interior Access, Outside Entrance
  • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
  • Windows: Bay/Bow, Transom
  • Stories/Levels: 0
  • Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Square Feet: 4,908
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 4,298 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1895
  • Year Built Source: Estimated

Unit Information

Unit 1

  • Bathrooms-Lower: 1

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.06
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,660
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
  • Zoning: RES
  • Lot Description: Rear Yard, SideYard(s)

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $461.83
  • Assessment Year: 2024
  • City/TownTax: $7,832
  • City/TownTax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $2,064,230
  • Tax Amount: $7,832
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Terms: Standard Sale

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple

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Schools serving 720 A St SE

School District:District of Columbia Public Schools
NameGradesDistance
Brent Elementary School
301 North Carolina Avenue Southeast, Washington, DC 20003
K-50.4 mi
Jefferson Middle School Academy
801 7th Street Southwest, Washington, DC 20024
6-81.6 mi
Eastern High School
1700 East Capitol Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20003
9-120.9 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 720 A St SE

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/30/2025
Sold
$1,400,000
-17.65%
MLS
6/15/2025
Price Reduced
$1,700,000
-10.53%
MLS
5/17/2025
Listed
$1,900,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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720 A Street SE, Washington, DC 20003 (MLS# DCDC2199636) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,400,000 on July 30, 2025. This property was sold by Topher Cushman from our Capitol Hill Office.Want to learn more about 720 A Street SE? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Washington? You can browse all Washington real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.