213 5th Street Southeast

Description
The building is thoughtfully laid out with three separate units, making it ideal for investors seeking strong, stable rental income or for an owner-occupant...Positioned on one of Capitol Hill’s most desirable blocks, 213 5th Street SE presents a rare opportunity to acquire a fully configured three-unit asset in the heart of Washington, DC. Just moments from the U.S. Capitol, Eastern Market, and multiple Metro stations, this property offers an unbeatable location that consistently attracts high-quality tenants.
The building is thoughtfully laid out with three separate units, making it ideal for investors seeking strong, stable rental income or for an owner-occupant looking to offset their mortgage with additional units. Each residence benefits from the charm and character expected in Capitol Hill, paired with functional layouts that appeal to today’s renters.
Tenants enjoy immediate access to the vibrant neighborhood amenities that define Capitol Hill living—renowned restaurants, neighborhood cafes, boutique shopping, and green spaces are all just steps away. Proximity to the Capitol complex, Union Station, and major employment hubs further enhances the property’s desirability, supporting premium rental rates and low vacancy.
With its prime location and enduring demand drivers, 213 5th Street SE stands out as a true Class A rental investment in one of DC’s most resilient and sought-after submarkets.
Note - neighboring 3 unit building is also listed for sale: 215 5th St SE: DCDC2282178
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Property Information for 213 5th Street Southeast
- Taxes: $12,422 / year
- MLS Type: Multi-Family / Fee Simple
- County: District of Columbia
- Tax ID Number: 0819//0829
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Style: Other
- Waterfront: No
- Garage: No
- Expected On Market Date: 09-23-2026
- Legal Subdivision: Capitol Hill
- Total Parking Spaces: 0
- Central Air: No
- Basement: No
- Above Grade Finished SQFT: 2,044.00
- Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
- Below Grade Finished SQFT: .00
- Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
- Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: .00
- Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Assessor
- Total Below Grade SQFT: .00
- Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Assessor
- New Construction: No
- Residences: 3
- Year Built: 1900
- Lot Size: 0.05 AC / 2,197 SF
- In City Limits: Yes
- School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- School District County ID: 121140357950
- County: WASHINGTON
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
- Tax Year: 2026
- Tax Assessed Value: $1,487,890
- Year Assessed: 2026
- County Tax: $0
- Improvement Assessed Value: $654,170
- City Town Tax: $12,422
- Land Assessed Value: $833,720
- Zoning: DOB
- Tax Lot: 829
- School Tax: $0
- Tax Page Number: 20322
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- Rent Control: No
- Single Room Units Count: 1
- One Bedroom Units Count: 2
- Two Bedroom Units Count: 0
- Three Bedroom Units Count: 0
- Other Units: Unit 1,Unit 1,Unit 1
- Units Leased Count: 3
- Rent Control: No
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
- Stories: Main
- Type: Unit 1
- Unit Type Occupied YN: No
- Beds Total: 1
- Full Baths Count: 1
- Type: Unit 1
- Unit Type Occupied YN: No
- Beds Total: 1
- Full Baths Count: 1
- Type: Unit 1
- Unit Type Occupied YN: No
- Full Baths Count: 1
- Operating Expense: $21,222
- Gross Income: $93,300
- Net Operating Income: $72,078
- Annual Rental Income: $93,300
- Cap Rate: 4.81
- Year Major Reno Remodel: 2020
- Building Units Total: 3
- Total Finished SQFT: 2,044.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,044.00
- Total SQFT: 2,044.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Foundation Details: Slab
- Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Soil Types: Unknown
- Parcel ID: 15987708
- Type Of Parking: None
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 1
- Accessibility Features: None
- Pool: No Pool
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Ductless/Mini-Split
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Hot Water: Tankless
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
- List Agent AOR: Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS
Property History for 213 5th Street Southeast
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 8, 2026 | Temp Off Market BRIGHT #DCDC2267200 | — | |
| Aug 31, 2026 | Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2267200 | $3,300,000 | — |
| Jun 25, 2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2267200 | $3,400,000 | — |
| Feb 25, 2019 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC310450 | $1,106,213 | — |
| Jan 20, 2019 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC310450 | — | |
| Jan 17, 2019 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC310450 | $979,000 | — |
| Aug 20, 1997 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC306600 | $241,530 | — |
| Aug 20, 1997 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC306986 | $241,530 | — |
| Jun 28, 1997 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC306600 | — | |
| Jun 28, 1997 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC306986 | — | |
| Jun 16, 1997 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC306600 | $249,000 | — |
| Jun 16, 1997 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC306986 | $249,000 | — |
| May 11, 1995 | Closed BRIGHT #1005887334 | $245,000 | — |
| Mar 15, 1995 | Pending BRIGHT #1005887334 | — | |
| Sep 29, 1994 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1005887334 | $245,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 09/08/2026 | Temp Off Market BRIGHT #DCDC2267200 | — |
| 08/31/2026 | Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2267200 | $3,300,000 |
| 06/25/2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2267200 | $3,400,000 |
| 02/25/2019 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC310450 | $1,106,213 |
| 01/20/2019 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC310450 | — |
| 01/17/2019 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC310450 | $979,000 |
| 08/20/1997 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC306600 | $241,530 |
| 08/20/1997 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC306986 | $241,530 |
| 06/28/1997 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC306600 | — |
| 06/28/1997 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC306986 | — |
| 06/16/1997 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC306600 | $249,000 |
| 06/16/1997 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC306986 | $249,000 |
| 05/11/1995 | Closed BRIGHT #1005887334 | $245,000 |
| 03/15/1995 | Pending BRIGHT #1005887334 | — |
| 09/29/1994 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1005887334 | $245,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 213 5th Street Southeast
Schools near 213 5th Street Southeast
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Brent Elementary School PublicPK to 5 | ||
Jefferson Middle School Academy Public6 to 8 | ||
Eastern High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Bard High School Early College DC (Bard DC) Public9 to 12 |
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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