509 East Capitol Street Southeast
Washington, DC 20003
$2,150,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
3
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
3,526 Sq. Ft.
$610 / Sq. Ft.
3,526
Sq. Ft.
$610
per Sq. Ft.
Closed 8/30/24
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Closed 8/30/24
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Description
Massive $265K price correction to make your FUTURE DREAM HOME w/a GARAGE on enviable East Capitol St a reality! Rare opportunity to reimagine a Grande Dame just 5 blocks to the US Capitol, w/garage parking and the potential for unparalleled 4th of July fireworks viewing. Supremely spacious home (approx 3900sf on a 2900sf lot per plans) has had only 2 owners in the past 80 years, boasts an interesting history, AND the 3 most important words in real estate: Location. Location. Location.
1st time on...Massive $265K price correction to make your FUTURE DREAM HOME w/a GARAGE on enviable East Capitol St a reality! Rare opportunity to reimagine a Grande Dame just 5 blocks to the US Capitol, w/garage parking and the potential for unparalleled 4th of July fireworks viewing. Supremely spacious home (approx 3900sf on a 2900sf lot per plans) has had only 2 owners in the past 80 years, boasts an interesting history, AND the 3 most important words in real estate: Location. Location. Location.
1st time on the market in 40 years, this 5-6BRs/3.5BAs gardener’s dream home features fabulously tall ceilings and elegant entertaining spaces lit w/historic chandeliers including huge living room w/wood burning fireplace and pocket doors, the coveted main level family room, a banquet-size dining room, immense kitchen w/large breakfast area overlooking lovely landscaped backyard garden and charming garage pergola, convenient powder room for entertaining indoors and out, plus a HUGE bright primary ensuite bedroom, a large BR-level laundry room, a storage basement, and a large 2 level GARAGE for 1+cars plus storage, w/clever doors opening to backyard that provide additional space for grand garden soirees, all on enviable East Capitol Street, blocks to Brent Elementary. Awaiting your finishing touches to shine in true Grande Dame splendor, this is a quite unique property, built in two completely different time periods and styles. One of the first buildings in the neighborhood, an 1860s map shows it as a 4-room clapboard structure, likely similar to the neighbors to the west, where it had 8’ ceilings, heart pine floors and simple staircase and trim. Then in the late 1880s a high Victorian brick "addition" and bay was built in FRONT of that, with 11’ ceilings, 10’ doors (including pocket doors), elegant tall windows, 2 fireplaces (1 wood, 1 coal), gorgeous radiators, elaborate woodwork and heart pine floors. This is the grandeur that greats you upon entering the front door, and it is impressive!
Current owners bought from the estate of May Norton, who (after her previous home had been taken by eminent domain for the construction of the Supreme Court), ran 509 East Cap as the Norton Inn boarding house, bragging in 1937 of “a sink in every room.” After purchasing, the owners did extensive renovation to the 1860 section: rebuilding the foundation, restoring the original rear staircase, replacing the downstairs windows, raising the ceiling level upstairs, and installing a skylight. In the front High Victorian part they removed many of those ballyhooed sinks, 6 layers of wallpaper, and installed an AC system on each floor. They also built a large garage w/a 2nd floor storage loft, fronted by a pretty pergola, and designed a BEAUTIFUL garden boasting 2 types of peonies, hydrangeas, roses, anemones, columbine, heuchera, iris, lilies, bleeding heart, ferns, flowering crab, Japanese maple, crape myrtle and a fish pond. Out front a deep yard is bordered by flowering planting beds and mature dogwood trees. More recent improvements include a new boiler and AC compressors, brick repointing, upgraded electrical, waterproofing and crawl space insulation which were done in 2016, and new roof done in 2013.
Seize a rare opportunity to create the home of your dreams on a large scale, boasting a fun backstory, mere steps to the Capitol (the 4th of July fireworks view from the roof is breathtaking), as well as Eastern Market, Brent Elementary, shopping, dining, and cultural activities, while enjoying an enviable address, and GARAGE parking. Yes, you CAN have it all! Note that square footage figures are not for valuation purposes.
1st time on...Massive $265K price correction to make your FUTURE DREAM HOME w/a GARAGE on enviable East Capitol St a reality! Rare opportunity to reimagine a Grande Dame just 5 blocks to the US Capitol, w/garage parking and the potential for unparalleled 4th of July fireworks viewing. Supremely spacious home (approx 3900sf on a 2900sf lot per plans) has had only 2 owners in the past 80 years, boasts an interesting history, AND the 3 most important words in real estate: Location. Location. Location.
1st time on the market in 40 years, this 5-6BRs/3.5BAs gardener’s dream home features fabulously tall ceilings and elegant entertaining spaces lit w/historic chandeliers including huge living room w/wood burning fireplace and pocket doors, the coveted main level family room, a banquet-size dining room, immense kitchen w/large breakfast area overlooking lovely landscaped backyard garden and charming garage pergola, convenient powder room for entertaining indoors and out, plus a HUGE bright primary ensuite bedroom, a large BR-level laundry room, a storage basement, and a large 2 level GARAGE for 1+cars plus storage, w/clever doors opening to backyard that provide additional space for grand garden soirees, all on enviable East Capitol Street, blocks to Brent Elementary. Awaiting your finishing touches to shine in true Grande Dame splendor, this is a quite unique property, built in two completely different time periods and styles. One of the first buildings in the neighborhood, an 1860s map shows it as a 4-room clapboard structure, likely similar to the neighbors to the west, where it had 8’ ceilings, heart pine floors and simple staircase and trim. Then in the late 1880s a high Victorian brick "addition" and bay was built in FRONT of that, with 11’ ceilings, 10’ doors (including pocket doors), elegant tall windows, 2 fireplaces (1 wood, 1 coal), gorgeous radiators, elaborate woodwork and heart pine floors. This is the grandeur that greats you upon entering the front door, and it is impressive!
Current owners bought from the estate of May Norton, who (after her previous home had been taken by eminent domain for the construction of the Supreme Court), ran 509 East Cap as the Norton Inn boarding house, bragging in 1937 of “a sink in every room.” After purchasing, the owners did extensive renovation to the 1860 section: rebuilding the foundation, restoring the original rear staircase, replacing the downstairs windows, raising the ceiling level upstairs, and installing a skylight. In the front High Victorian part they removed many of those ballyhooed sinks, 6 layers of wallpaper, and installed an AC system on each floor. They also built a large garage w/a 2nd floor storage loft, fronted by a pretty pergola, and designed a BEAUTIFUL garden boasting 2 types of peonies, hydrangeas, roses, anemones, columbine, heuchera, iris, lilies, bleeding heart, ferns, flowering crab, Japanese maple, crape myrtle and a fish pond. Out front a deep yard is bordered by flowering planting beds and mature dogwood trees. More recent improvements include a new boiler and AC compressors, brick repointing, upgraded electrical, waterproofing and crawl space insulation which were done in 2016, and new roof done in 2013.
Seize a rare opportunity to create the home of your dreams on a large scale, boasting a fun backstory, mere steps to the Capitol (the 4th of July fireworks view from the roof is breathtaking), as well as Eastern Market, Brent Elementary, shopping, dining, and cultural activities, while enjoying an enviable address, and GARAGE parking. Yes, you CAN have it all! Note that square footage figures are not for valuation purposes.
Listing Agents
![Jeanne Harrison]()
jeanneharrisondc@compass.comP: (202)-841-7717
![Megan Shapiro]()
mshapiro@compass.comP: (202)-329-4068
Property Details for 509 East Capitol Street Southeast
Tax ID Number
0841//0015
OwnershipFee Simple
Condo Coop AssociationNo
HOANo
Structure TypeInterior Row/Townhouse
StyleVictorian
Levels/Stories4
FurnishedNo
LISTING UPDATED: 09/19/2024 09:23 PM
Property Details for 509 East Capitol Street Southeast
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | DCDC2139248 |
| Days on Market | 73 |
| Taxes | $20,501 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Townhouse |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1870 |
| Lot Size | 0.07 AC / 2,898 SF |
| County | District of Columbia |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 3% |
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Building Information for 509 East Capitol Street Southeast
Stories4Residences-Year Built1870Lot Size0.07 AC / 2,898 SF
Property Information for 509 East Capitol Street Southeast
Location
Location
- In City Limits: Yes
- Transportation: Airport less than 10 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Metro/Subway Station less than 1 mile
- School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- School District County ID: 121140357950
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- County: WASHINGTON
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
- Senior Community: No
- Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
- Tax Year: 2023
- Tax Assessed Value: $1,715,420
- Year Assessed: 2023
- Improvement Assessed Value: $808,370
- City Town Tax: $20,501
- Land Assessed Value: $907,050
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Land Use Code: 0
- Historic: Yes
- Zoning: DC
- Tax Lot: 15
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- TaxDataUpdatedYN: No
Rooms
Main
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 5
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 3
Upper Level 1
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Upper Level 2
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Rooms
- Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Laundry, Office, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
- Stories: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Rooms Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Basement
- Room Level: Lower 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Basement - Unfinished, Flooring - Concrete
Room 2
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Pendants
Room 3
- Room Type: Family Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Built-Ins, Fireplace - Other, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Pendants
Room 4
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Pendants
Room 5
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Breakfast Room, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wood, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Lighting - Pendants, Pantry
Room 6
- Room Type: Half Bath
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 7
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wood, Primary Bedroom - Sitting Area
Room 8
- Room Type: Primary Bathroom
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Countertop(s) - Granite, Double Sink, Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Bathroom - Tub Shower
Room 9
- Room Type: Laundry
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Built-Ins, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
Room 10
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wood, Window Treatments
Room 11
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wood, Window Treatments
Room 12
- Room Type: Bathroom 2
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Window Treatments
Room 13
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Level: Upper 2
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wood, Window Treatments
Room 14
- Room Type: Bedroom 4
- Room Level: Upper 2
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Attic - Access Panel, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wood, Window Treatments
Room 15
- Room Type: Bathroom 3
- Room Level: Upper 2
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Wall sconces, Skylight(s)
Room 16
- Room Type: Office
- Room Level: Upper 2
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Built-Ins, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Pendants, Window Treatments
Building Info
Building Info
- Total Finished SQFT: 3,526.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 3,526.00
- Total SQFT: 3,900.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Main Entrance Orientation: North
- Construction Materials: Brick, Frame, Wood Siding
- Wall and Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall, High, Plaster Walls
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Wood
- Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Partial, Unfinished
- Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
- Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 3
- # Bathrooms Half: 1
- Other Structure: Garage(s)
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Features: Landscaping
- Soil Types: Unknown
- Fencing: Fully, Board, Rear, Wood, Wrought Iron, Privacy
- Parcel ID: 15988359
- Additional Parcels: No
Parking
Parking
- Type Of Parking: Detached Garage
- Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Parking Space Conveys
- Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Covered Parking, Garage - Rear Entry, Oversized
Interior Features
Interior Features
- Interior Features: Additional Stairway, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Skylight(s), Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 1
- Fireplace Features: Mantel(s), Wood
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer - Front Loading, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Trash Compactor, Washer, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater
- Accessibility Features: None
- Security Features: Smoke Detector
- Door Features: Six Panel
- Window Features: Bay/Bow, Double Hung, Screens, Skylights, Transom, Wood Frame
- Laundry Type: Has Laundry, Upper Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Spa: No
- Exterior Features: Water Falls, Other
- Outdoor Living Structures: Brick, Patio(s)
- Pool: No Pool
- Horse: No
Utilities
Utilities
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thermostat, Zoned
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Radiator
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
- List Agent AOR: Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS
Property History for 509 East Capitol Street Southeast
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 509 East Capitol Street Southeast
Taxable ValueLand$913,100Additions$830,840Total$1,743,940
Tax Record2024$14,084 ($1,174 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,266 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,266 SqFtStories3Lot Size2,898 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1870Year Renovated1985ZoningRF-1/CAPCountyDISTRICT OF COLUMBIAAPN0841 0015Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 509 East Capitol Street Southeast
This home is within District Of Columbia Public Schools.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | PK to 5 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Brent Elementary School PublicPK to 5 | ||
Jefferson Middle School Academy Public6 to 8 | ||
Eastern High School Public9 to 12 | ||
School-Within-School @ Goding PublicPK to 5 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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