18 Gessford Ct SE














Description
Step inside to discover a cozy, sunlit living room featuring a wood burning fireplace next to an inviting dining nook. The beautifully renovated kitchen features crisp white shaker cabinets, elegant quartz countertops, and a stylish tile backsplash, offering both functionality and flare. Beside the kitchen, find a pantry to store all your...Nestled on the coveted and historic Gessford Court, this adorable alley dwelling is the perfect blend of charm and modern updates in the heart of Capitol Hill.
Step inside to discover a cozy, sunlit living room featuring a wood burning fireplace next to an inviting dining nook. The beautifully renovated kitchen features crisp white shaker cabinets, elegant quartz countertops, and a stylish tile backsplash, offering both functionality and flare. Beside the kitchen, find a pantry to store all your cooking essentials, and a conveniently located laundry unit, adding extra ease to daily living.
Upstairs, at the front of the house, is a sun-drenched primary bedroom with two closets offering plentiful storage. Pass a beautifully updated tiled bathroom with shower/tub combo on your way to the second spacious bedroom. With a custom built-in bookshelf and desk, the second bedroom provides the perfect space for both working at home and hosting family and friends. Outside, the private backyard offers a delightful brick patio and garden space, perfect for outdoor relaxation or entertaining.
Perfectly located, Gessford Court is a serene hideaway tucked off the bustling corridors of Capitol Hill. Find yourself just steps from Eastern Market, Lincoln Park, Barracks Row, the Eastern Market metro, and Trader Joes, all while enjoying the peaceful, community feel of this coveted cluster of historic homes.
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Property Details for 18 Gessford Court Southeast
Property Details for 18 Gessford Court Southeast
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | DCDC2184484 |
| Days on Market | 6 |
| Taxes | $4,871 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Townhouse |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1900 |
| Lot Size | 0.01 AC / 512 SF |
| County | District of Columbia |
Location
Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty - Washington
Building Information for 18 Gessford Court Southeast
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$3,894 per month
30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest
$3,488
$406
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Property Information for 18 Gessford Court Southeast
- In City Limits: Yes
- School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- School District County ID: 121140357950
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- County: WASHINGTON
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
- Senior Community: No
- Tax Year: 2024
- Tax Assessed Value: $672,620
- Year Assessed: 2024
- County Tax: $0
- Improvement Assessed Value: $165,590
- City Town Tax: $4,871
- Land Assessed Value: $507,030
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Land Use Code: 0
- Zoning: RF-1
- Tax Lot: 840
- School Tax: $0
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
- Stories: Upper 1
- Total Finished SQFT: 672.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 672.00
- Total SQFT: 672.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Flooring Type: Hardwood
- Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 1
- Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Soil Types: Chillum-Urban Land Complex
- Parcel ID: 15993817
- Type Of Parking: On Street
- Interior Features: Built-Ins, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Recessed Lighting, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 1
- Accessibility Features: None
- Laundry Type: Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
- Pool: No Pool
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
- List Agent AOR: Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS
Property History for 18 Gessford Court Southeast
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 3, 2025 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1555109802 | $699,900 | +4.4% / yr |
| Apr 3, 2025 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC2184484 | $699,900 | — |
| Mar 4, 2025 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC2184484 | — | |
| Mar 4, 2025 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DCDC2184484 | — | |
| Feb 27, 2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2184484 | $699,900 | — |
| Dec 13, 2023 | Expired BRIGHT #DCDC2110902 | — | |
| Nov 13, 2023 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC2110902 | — | |
| Oct 17, 2023 | Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2110902 | $699,000 | — |
| Oct 6, 2023 | Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2110902 | $710,000 | — |
| Sep 14, 2023 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2110902 | $724,900 | — |
| Apr 15, 2022 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1488704142 | $615,100 | +3.9% / yr |
| Apr 15, 2022 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC2041210 | $615,100 | — |
| Mar 23, 2022 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC2041210 | — | |
| Mar 22, 2022 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2041210 | $590,000 | — |
| Sep 8, 2009 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #275595702 | $379,750 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 04/03/2025 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1555109802 | $699,900 +4.4% / yr |
| 04/03/2025 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC2184484 | $699,900 |
| 03/04/2025 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC2184484 | — |
| 03/04/2025 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DCDC2184484 | — |
| 02/27/2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2184484 | $699,900 |
| 12/13/2023 | Expired BRIGHT #DCDC2110902 | — |
| 11/13/2023 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC2110902 | — |
| 10/17/2023 | Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2110902 | $699,000 |
| 10/06/2023 | Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2110902 | $710,000 |
| 09/14/2023 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2110902 | $724,900 |
| 04/15/2022 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1488704142 | $615,100 +3.9% / yr |
| 04/15/2022 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC2041210 | $615,100 |
| 03/23/2022 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC2041210 | — |
| 03/22/2022 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2041210 | $590,000 |
| 09/08/2009 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #275595702 | $379,750 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 18 Gessford Court Southeast
Schools near 18 Gessford Court Southeast
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | 1 to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | PK to 5 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Watkins Elementary School Public1 to 5 | ||
Stuart-Hobson Middle School 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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