217 5th Street Southeast

Description
corner of Independence provides a date in the 1800s when it was laid. Several neighbors' homes date from a similar period and later, the architecture variable but beautiful. The Capitol Hill experience is addicting; former residents return again & again, stating freely “To HILL with the Suburbs!”
- Listed by: John P Smith 202.262.6037 jsmithteam@gmail.com • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
- Listed by: Aaron W Smith 202.498.6794 aaron.smith@penfedrealty.com • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
Recent comparable sales
Median sold price
$1,522,000
Avg days on market
49
Sale-to-list ratio
94.2%
Washington, DC
9 comparable properties found
Location
Sold By Century 21 Redwood Realty
Payment Calculator
$8,684 per month
30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest
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Property Information for 217 5th Street Southeast
- Taxes: $10,582 / year
- MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
- County: District of Columbia
- Tax ID Number: 0819//0818
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Condo Coop Association: No
- HOA: No
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Style: Victorian
- Levels/Stories: 3
- Waterfront: No
- Views: City, Garden/Lawn, Bay, Trees/Woods
- Garage: No
- Expected On Market Date: 06-30-2024
- Subdivision: CAPITOL HILL
- Subdivision: CAPITOL HILL (WASHINGTON DC)
- Cross Street: Independence and Seward sq st , SE
- Legal Subdivision: Capitol Hill
- Central Air: Yes
- Basement: Yes
- Above Grade Finished SQFT: 1,926.00
- Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
- Below Grade Finished SQFT: 560.00
- Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Estimated
- Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: 560.00
- Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Assessor
- Total Below Grade SQFT: 1,120.00
- Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Estimated
- New Construction: No
- Property Condition: Excellent, Very Good
- Stories: 3
- Year Built: 1870
- Lot Size: 0.04 AC / 1,769 SF
- In City Limits: Yes
- Transportation: Airport less than 10 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Metro/Subway Station less than 1 mile, Commuter Rail Station less than 1 mile
- School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- School District County ID: 121140357950
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- Elementary School: BRENT (WASHINGTON DC)
- ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
- County: WASHINGTON
- Water View: Yes
- 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: $1,278,930
- Year Assessed: 2024
- Improvement Assessed Value: $539,930
- City Town Tax: $10,582
- Land Assessed Value: $739,000
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Land Use Code: 0
- Zoning: R4
- Tax Lot: 818
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- TaxDataUpdatedYN: No
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
- # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 0
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
- # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 0
- # Bedrooms Lower Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 0
- Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Den, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom
- Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - Solid Hardwood, Fireplace - Other, Lighting - Track, Ceiling Fan(s), Window Treatments
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - Solid Hardwood, Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace - Electric, Lighting - Track, Lighting - Ceiling
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s), Lighting - Recessed, Attached Bathroom
- Room Type: Sitting Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Solid Hardwood
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s), Built-Ins
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Room Type: Bedroom 4
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Countertop(s) - Granite, Countertop(s) - Recycled Content, Flooring - Solid Hardwood, Wet Bar, Lighting - Track, Lighting - Ceiling, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Breakfast Bar
- Room Type: Den
- Room Level: Lower 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Bathroom 1
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Jack and Jill Bathroom, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Recessed, Lighting - Wall sconces
- Room Type: Bathroom 2
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Countertop(s) - Solid Surface
- Room Type: Bathroom 3
- Room Level: Lower 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Lighting - Recessed, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Room Type: Primary Bathroom
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Bathroom - Stall Shower, Lighting - Wall sconces, Lighting - Recessed
- Total Finished SQFT: 2,486.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,926.00
- Total SQFT: 3,046.00
- Total SQFT Source: Estimated
- Floors In Unit Count: 3
- Main Entrance Orientation: East
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Roof: Unknown, Composite
- Wall and Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Brick, Plaster Walls
- Flooring Type: Solid Hardwood, Partially Carpeted, Ceramic Tile
- Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Front Entrance, Rear Entrance, Daylight, Partial, Interior Access, Walkout Stairs, Windows, Partial, Fully Finished
- Basement Finished Percent: 60.00
- Basement Footprint Percent: 60.00
- Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Crawl Space, Slab
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Lower Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 4
- # Bathrooms Half: 0
- Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Soil Types: Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
- Road Responsibility: City/County
- Fencing: Fully, Board, Wrought Iron
- Location Type: Urban
- Parcel ID: 15987701
- Type Of Parking: On Street
- Parking Features: Public
- Interior Features: Wood Floors, Floor Plan - Traditional, Bar, Floor Plan - Open, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Entry Level Bedroom, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Upgraded Countertops, Wet/Dry Bar
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 1
- Fireplace Features: Electric, Fireplace - Glass Doors
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Built-In Microwave, Water Heater - Tankless, Stainless Steel Appliances, Stove, Exhaust Fan
- Accessibility Features: None
- Window Features: Double Hung, Double Pane, Energy Efficient
- Laundry Type: Upper Floor, Basement
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=mHF55RJYc7y&
- Exterior Features: BBQ Grill, Chimney Cap(s), Exterior Lighting, Gutter System, Outbuilding(s)
- Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony, Deck(s), Patio(s)
- Pool: No Pool
- Horse: No
- Utilities: Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Radiator
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tankless
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
- Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
- Internet Services: Cable
- List Agent AOR: Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS
- List Agent URL: www.john.smith.pcragent.com
Property History for 217 5th Street Southeast
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 30, 2025 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1552135402 | $1,535,000 | +6.1% / yr |
| Jan 30, 2025 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC2145608 | $1,535,000 | — |
| Dec 20, 2024 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC2145608 | — | |
| Dec 20, 2024 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DCDC2145608 | — | |
| Dec 7, 2024 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2145608 | — | |
| Dec 4, 2024 | Temp Off Market BRIGHT #DCDC2145608 | — | |
| Dec 3, 2024 | Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2145608 | $1,650,000 | — |
| Nov 24, 2024 | Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2145608 | $1,675,000 | — |
| Nov 24, 2024 | Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2145608 | $1,650,000 | — |
| Nov 22, 2024 | Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2145608 | $1,680,000 | — |
| Nov 14, 2024 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2145608 | — | |
| Nov 11, 2024 | Temp Off Market BRIGHT #DCDC2145608 | — | |
| Jun 30, 2024 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2145608 | $1,679,000 | — |
| Oct 6, 2021 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1473963222 | $1,260,000 | +5.0% / yr |
| Dec 31, 2005 | Expired BRIGHT #DCDC335890 | $850,217 | — |
| Sep 30, 2005 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC335890 | $850,000 | — |
| Dec 19, 2004 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC163356 | $500,000 | — |
| Dec 19, 2004 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC163356 | — | |
| Dec 19, 2004 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC163356 | $550,000 | — |
| Nov 24, 2004 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #243710126 | $550,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 01/30/2025 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1552135402 | $1,535,000 +6.1% / yr |
| 01/30/2025 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC2145608 | $1,535,000 |
| 12/20/2024 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC2145608 | — |
| 12/20/2024 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DCDC2145608 | — |
| 12/07/2024 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2145608 | — |
| 12/04/2024 | Temp Off Market BRIGHT #DCDC2145608 | — |
| 12/03/2024 | Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2145608 | $1,650,000 |
| 11/24/2024 | Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2145608 | $1,675,000 |
| 11/24/2024 | Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2145608 | $1,650,000 |
| 11/22/2024 | Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2145608 | $1,680,000 |
| 11/14/2024 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2145608 | — |
| 11/11/2024 | Temp Off Market BRIGHT #DCDC2145608 | — |
| 06/30/2024 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2145608 | $1,679,000 |
| 10/06/2021 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1473963222 | $1,260,000 +5.0% / yr |
| 12/31/2005 | Expired BRIGHT #DCDC335890 | $850,217 |
| 09/30/2005 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC335890 | $850,000 |
| 12/19/2004 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC163356 | $500,000 |
| 12/19/2004 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC163356 | — |
| 12/19/2004 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC163356 | $550,000 |
| 11/24/2004 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #243710126 | $550,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 217 5th Street Southeast
Schools near 217 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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Nearby home values
| Address | Sold price | Beds | Baths | Sqft | Lot (Sqft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
This home: 217 5th Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20003 | $1,535,000 | 5 | 4 | 2,486 | 1,769 |
$1,225,000 | 3 | 3 | 2,604 | 1,943 | |
$1,630,000 | 4 | 4 | 2,895 | 1,769 | |
$1,053,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,354 | 1,081 | |
– | – | 3 | 1,790 | 1,331 | |
$729,000 | 2 | 2 | – | 365 | |
$1,550,000 | 6 | 5 | 3,115 | 1,538 | |
$629,000 | 2 | 2 | 665 | – | |
$582,000 | 2 | 2 | 749 | 1,140 | |
$624,000 | 2 | 2 | 826 | 1,140 | |
– | 2 | 2 | 792 | – | |
$335,000 | 1 | 1 | 501 | – | |
$231,000 | Studio | 1 | 394 | – | |
$370,000 | 1 | 1 | 557 | – | |
– | 1 | 1 | 489 | – | |
$219,000 | 1 | 1 | 423 | – |
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