513 East Capitol St SE

Washington, DC 20003

Sold For
$1,335,000
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill · Explore Capitol Hill homes, prices & market data →

Property Highlights

  • 1869 Historic Row House
  • 2762 Sq Ft Interior
  • Off-Street Parking Included
  • East Capitol Corridor
  • 3 Full Baths
  • Capitol Hill SE Location
MLS ID
1000187611
Parking
Concrete Driveway, Surface Parking
Year Built
1869
HOA Fee

Property Details

Sold Price: $1,335,000

3 Bed

4 Bath

2,762 Sq Ft

Concrete Driveway, Surface Parking

Year Built: 1869

Sold Price: $1,335,000

3 Bed

4 Bath

2,762 Sq Ft

Parking: Concrete Driveway, Surface Parking

Year Built: 1869

Executive Summary

513 East Capitol Street SE is a three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath Capitol Hill row house built in 1869 and offering 2,762 square feet of interior space. The home sits on East Capitol Street, one of the defining residential corridors of the Hill, with a 19th-century facade that reflects the architectural character of the surrounding historic district. Off-street parking via a concrete driveway is a meaningful practical advantage in this neighborhood. The asking price is $1,335,000.

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Capitol Hill SE — 513 East Capitol Street

Historic Scale on East Capitol Street

513 East Capitol Street SE is a Capitol Hill row house with origins in 1869, offering 2,762 square feet across three bedrooms and three and a half baths. The home occupies one of the most architecturally coherent residential corridors in Washington, where the 19th-century streetscape remains largely intact.

East Capitol Street runs due east from the Capitol grounds, and properties along this corridor carry both symbolic and practical weight. The home’s facade is consistent with the historic character of the block, contributing to a streetscape that has defined Capitol Hill’s identity for more than a century.

Off-street parking via a concrete driveway is among the most competitive practical features a Capitol Hill home can offer. The combination of interior scale, historic provenance, and parking access positions this home as a substantive opportunity in the SE quadrant’s established resale market.

1869 Row House
The home was built in 1869 and retains the structural presence of a 19th-century Capitol Hill row house. At 2,762 square feet, it offers a level of interior scale that is uncommon in the neighborhood’s typical row house inventory. Three bedrooms and three and a half baths provide a well-proportioned layout.
East Capitol Corridor
East Capitol Street is one of the Hill’s principal residential addresses, extending directly east from the Capitol grounds through the heart of the SE quadrant. The corridor’s historic row house fabric has remained largely consistent for generations, and properties here benefit from that continuity of character and context.
Practical Advantage
Off-street parking is a genuine differentiator in Capitol Hill SE, where on-street supply is constrained and residential permit zones are competitive. The concrete driveway at this address provides surface parking that adds measurable convenience and practical value relative to comparable homes without dedicated parking.
Asking Price
The home is listed at $1,335,000, reflecting its scale, historic standing, and location on one of Capitol Hill’s most recognized residential streets. Buyers evaluating this price point in Capitol Hill SE will find few comparable opportunities that combine interior square footage, parking, and East Capitol Street frontage.

At a Glance

  • 3 Bedrooms / 3.5 Baths
  • 2,762 Square Feet
  • Built 1869
  • Off-Street Parking
  • East Capitol Street SE
  • Asking $1,335,000
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Property Features — 513 East Capitol St SE

Scale, History, and Parking on East Capitol Street

513 East Capitol Street SE combines a 2,762-square-foot interior with the architectural provenance of an 1869 Capitol Hill row house and the practical advantage of off-street parking. The following details reflect the home’s principal features as known at the time of listing.

Interior and Layout

  • 2,762 square feet of interior space
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 3 full baths
  • 1 half bath
  • Row house configuration consistent with Capitol Hill historic district typology
  • Built 1869 — among the older residential structures on the corridor

Kitchen

  • Kitchen details to be confirmed upon showing
  • Layout consistent with Capitol Hill row house floor plan conventions
  • Buyers are encouraged to verify finishes and appliances during in-person review

Primary Suite

  • Primary suite details to be confirmed upon showing
  • Three full baths across the home provide flexible configuration options
  • Buyers should verify room dimensions and layout during in-person review

Exterior and Parking

  • Concrete driveway providing off-street surface parking
  • East Capitol Street frontage with historic row house facade
  • Exterior consistent with 19th-century residential character of the corridor
  • Off-street parking is a competitive differentiator in Capitol Hill SE

What Sets This Apart

  • One of Capitol Hill's larger row house footprints at 2,762 square feet
  • Built in 1869 — historic provenance on a defining DC residential corridor
  • Off-street parking is rare and highly valued in Capitol Hill SE
  • East Capitol Street address carries both architectural and locational significance
  • Three full baths plus a half bath is an uncommon configuration at this scale
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Neighborhood & Lifestyle

Life Within Reach

A snapshot of everyday conveniences, destinations and experiences just moments from your door.   

Transit and Commuting
  • Eastern Market Metro (Orange/Silver/Blue Lines) accessible from Capitol Hill SE
  • Capitol South Metro (Orange/Silver/Blue Lines) also serves the neighborhood
  • Multiple DC Circulator and Metrobus routes operate along Capitol Hill corridors
  • Bicycle infrastructure throughout the Hill connects to the broader DC trail network
  • Proximity to I-695 and the Southeast Freeway for regional vehicle access
Dining and Coffee
  • Eastern Market neighborhood anchors a concentration of cafes and restaurants
  • Barracks Row on 8th Street SE offers an established dining corridor
  • Neighborhood coffee shops and bakeries within the Capitol Hill grid
  • Weekend farmers market at Eastern Market draws local vendors and food producers
  • Navy Yard waterfront dining accessible via a short trip south
Groceries and Services
  • Eastern Market provides fresh produce, meat, and specialty goods
  • Neighborhood grocery options within the Capitol Hill commercial corridors
  • Dry cleaning, pharmacy, and personal services along the Hill's retail streets
  • DC Public Library Capitol Hill branch serves the neighborhood
  • USPS and banking services accessible within the surrounding blocks
Parks and Recreation
  • Lincoln Park is one of Capitol Hill's principal green spaces
  • Stanton Park provides additional open space within the neighborhood grid
  • Anacostia Riverwalk Trail accessible from the SE waterfront
  • National Mall and Capitol grounds within reach for walking and recreation
  • DC Department of Parks and Recreation facilities serve the broader Hill area

Property Location

About 513 East Capitol St SE

The home at 513 East Capitol Street SE was constructed in 1869 and stands as a representative example of the Capitol Hill row house typology at its most substantial. The interior spans 2,762 square feet across three bedrooms and three full baths, with an additional half bath. The exterior facade maintains the 19th-century residential character of the East Capitol Street corridor, consistent with the surrounding historic district.

Capitol Hill SE occupies the quadrant immediately east and south of the Capitol grounds, bounded by a dense grid of row houses, neighborhood commercial streets, and green spaces that have defined the area’s character for well over a century. East Capitol Street is one of the Hill’s primary axes, running directly east from the Capitol and lined with some of the neighborhood’s most architecturally significant residential stock. The surrounding blocks offer proximity to Eastern Market, Lincoln Park, and the neighborhood’s established retail and dining corridors.

Day-to-day life on East Capitol Street places residents within walking distance of Eastern Market’s weekend farmers market and covered market hall, neighborhood cafes, and the green space of Lincoln Park. The Hill’s compact, walkable grid means that groceries, dining, and transit are accessible without a car, though the off-street parking at this address provides flexibility that many Capitol Hill households value. The broader SE quadrant connects easily to the Navy Yard waterfront and the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail for outdoor recreation.

A Wardman team member and the Wardman Residential team at Compass have worked extensively in Capitol Hill real estate, advising buyers and sellers across the SE and NE quadrants on row house transactions at a range of price points. We understand the nuances of the Capitol Hill historic district, from the review process for exterior modifications to the competitive dynamics of the resale market on corridors like East Capitol Street. If you are evaluating Capitol Hill row houses or considering a sale in this submarket, we welcome the conversation and are glad to share recent comparables and our perspective on current conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions About This Property

Key details about the residence, building, and location to help you evaluate this opportunity.

The home combines three attributes that are rarely found together in Capitol Hill SE: interior scale at 2,762 square feet, a historically significant 1869 construction date, and off-street parking via a concrete driveway. East Capitol Street is one of the Hill’s most recognized residential corridors, adding locational weight to the listing.
Off-street parking is genuinely uncommon in Capitol Hill SE, where the dense 19th-century grid leaves limited room for driveways or garages. The concrete driveway at this address is a practical differentiator that many buyers in this neighborhood actively seek and are willing to pay a premium to secure.
The Capitol Hill SE neighborhood is served by Eastern Market and Capitol South stations on the Orange, Silver, and Blue Lines. Both stations are accessible from East Capitol Street, providing connections to downtown DC, Rosslyn, and points along the corridor without requiring a vehicle.
Capitol Hill is a designated historic district, and exterior modifications to properties within its boundaries are subject to review by the DC Historic Preservation Review Board. Buyers planning changes to the facade or other character-defining exterior elements should consult with a preservation architect and review current HPRB guidelines before proceeding.
At $1,335,000 for 2,762 square feet, the home is priced at a per-square-foot figure that reflects its scale, historic standing, and parking. Buyers evaluating this listing against recent Capitol Hill SE comparables should request a current market analysis from their agent to contextualize the pricing within active and closed transactions.
DC residential property taxes are assessed by the Office of Tax and Revenue based on the assessed value, which may differ from the sale price. Buyers should request the current tax bill and assessment history from the listing agent and consult with a DC tax professional to understand the likely post-sale tax obligation.
513 East Capitol Street SE is a fee-simple row house with no HOA or condominium association on record in the listing data. Buyers should confirm this during due diligence, as some Capitol Hill row houses are subject to shared maintenance agreements or party-wall covenants that may carry financial obligations.
A Wardman team member and the Wardman Residential team at Compass have direct experience advising buyers and sellers in Capitol Hill SE, including row house transactions on East Capitol Street and the surrounding blocks. Reach out to request recent comparable sales, a market analysis, or to arrange a private showing of this home.

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