511 2nd St SE
Washington, DC 20003

$999,000

Price

Beds

Baths

1,464 Sq. Ft.

$682 / Sq. Ft.

1,464

Sq. Ft.

$682

per Sq. Ft.

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Listed By CompassOpen: 3/22 02:00PM - 04:00PM

Unique and lovely 1 way block between 2 parks!

Kitchen with bright bay window and bench seat.

Perfect spot to sit and watch the world walk by.

Plenty of room for culinary creation + eating in!

Bright sliders to back deck (over garage.)

Partly covered rear patio w/pretty ceramic tiles.

Skylight above winding stairs w/metal details.

Ensuite Primary w/ closet/hall leading to Bath.

Description

**FIRST OPEN SUN 3/22 2-4 PM. Step into the charm of historic Capitol Hill with this delightful townhouse at 511 2nd St SE, nestled on a picturesque, tree-lined one-way street between Garfield and Province Parks. This inviting home offers 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 3 levels spanning 2,196 square feet (per DC tax record). Plus, it comes with the rare convenience of a ONE-CAR GARAGE, an urban treasure!
The main level has an arched vestibule entryway with decorative iron front gate, hardwood floors,...**FIRST OPEN SUN 3/22 2-4 PM. Step into the charm of historic Capitol Hill with this delightful townhouse at 511 2nd St SE, nestled on a picturesque, tree-lined one-way street between Garfield and Province Parks. This inviting home offers 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 3 levels spanning 2,196 square feet (per DC tax record). Plus, it comes with the rare convenience of a ONE-CAR GARAGE, an urban treasure!

The main level has an arched vestibule entryway with decorative iron front gate, hardwood floors, and high ceilings. Perfect for hosting or unwinding, it features a well-appointed kitchen with sweet bay-window breakfast nook area, ample storage space, and an open-concept living/dining area with cozy fireplace. Sliding glass doors let the sun shine in, and lead you to a private rear back deck, your personal oasis for morning coffee or evening gatherings.

Upstairs, you'll find 2 generously sized bedrooms, each with ample natural light, and 2 full bathrooms. The lower level, partially finished, offers endless possibilities, whether you envision a home office, gym, or extra storage space.

Located just 1 block to the highly sought-after new Brent Elementary (being rebuilt!), Capitol Hill Day School, St. Peter School, 2 blocks to Whole Foods, corner neighborhood grocery, Capitol South Metro and Pennsylvania Ave shops and dining, and 1 mile to Nationals Park, this home encourages exploring the best that Capitol Hill has to offer.

This estate sale property is being offered *AS IS* - a perfect opportunity to make it your own and add your personal touch. Don't miss this chance to own a home in one of DC's most coveted neighborhood pockets!

Square footage is approximate and should not be used for property valuation.

Listing Agent

Megan Shapiro
Listing Agent
Compass
mshapiro@compass.com
P: (202)-329-4068
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Property Details for 511 2nd Street Southeast

Tax ID Number

0736//0133

Ownership

Fee Simple

Condo Coop Association

HOA

Structure Type

Interior Row/Townhouse

Style

Victorian

Levels/Stories

Waterfront

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LISTING UPDATED: 03/17/2026 02:19 PM

Property Details for 511 2nd Street Southeast

Status	Active
MLS #	DCDC2246734
Days on Market	2
Taxes	$8,573 / year
HOA Fees	-
Condo/Co-op Fees	-
Compass Type	Townhouse
MLS Type	Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built	1907
Lot Size	0.02 AC / 945 SF
County	District of Columbia
Buyer's Agent Compensation	3%

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Building Information for 511 2nd Street Southeast

Stories3Residences-Year Built1907Lot Size0.02 AC / 945 SF

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$5,563 per month

30 year fixed, 6.11% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,848

Property Taxes

$714

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 511 2nd Street Southeast

Location

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
County: WASHINGTON

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

Senior Community: No

Taxes and Assessment

Tax Year: 2025
Tax Assessed Value: $1,115,460

Year Assessed: 2025
County Tax: $0
Improvement Assessed Value: $552,460
City Town Tax: $8,573
Land Assessed Value: $563,000
Clean Green Assessed: No
Municipal Trash: Yes
Land Use Code: 0
Loss Mitigation Fee: No
Agricultural Tax Due: No
Historic: Yes
Zoning: RF1
Tax Lot: 133
School Tax: $0
Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes

Rooms

All Upper Levels

# Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
# Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2

# Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2

Upper Level 1

# Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
# Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2

# Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2

Rooms

Stories: Upper 1

Building Info

Total Finished SQFT: 1,464.00
Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor

Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,464.00
Total SQFT: 2,196.00
Total SQFT Source: Assessor
Construction Materials: Brick
Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8046/4461/3912/804644613912_512_384_WM_NpCcev3ZyM9coNfH.jpg
Wall and Ceiling Types: Plaster Walls, Dry Wall, Brick
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet
Basement Type: Full, Unfinished, Connecting Stairway, Shelving
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-Upper Level 1-2
# Bathrooms Full: 2
# Bathrooms Half: 0
Other Structure: Garage(s)

Lot / Land Information

Lot Size Source: Assessor
Soil Types: Unknown

Parcel ID: 15984977
Ground Rent Exists: No

Parking

Type Of Parking: Detached Garage
Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 1

Total Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Rear Entry, Garage Door Opener

Interior Features

Interior Features: Combination Dining/Living, Wood Floors, Built-Ins, Carpet, Dining Area
Fireplace: Yes

Fireplaces Count: 1
Fireplace Features: Brick
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven - Double, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
Accessibility Features: None
Security Features: Window Grills
Laundry Type: Main Floor, Basement

Exterior Features

Spa: No
Pool: No Pool

Horse: No

Utilities

Heating: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C

Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Central
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
List Agent URL: www.jeannephilmeg.com

Property History for 511 2nd Street Southeast

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Mar 17, 2026	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2246734	$999,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
03/17/2026	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2246734	$999,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 511 2nd Street Southeast

Taxable ValueLand$554,440Additions$543,990Total$1,098,430

Tax Record2025$8,573 ($714 / month)

Home Facts

Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,464 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,464 SqFtStories2Lot Size945 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1907Year Renovated1978ZoningRF-1/CAPCountyDISTRICT OF COLUMBIAAPN0736 0133Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 511 2nd Street Southeast

This home is within District Of Columbia Public Schools.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
9/10	Brent Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	0.2 mi
4/10	Jefferson Middle School Academy	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	1.1 mi
2/10	Eastern High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	1.4 mi
6/10	Capitol Hill Montessori @ Logan	Public - Nearby school	PK to 8	1.1 mi
8/10	School-Within-School @ Goding	Public - Nearby school	PK to 5	1.2 mi
5/10	Excel Academy	Public - Choice school	PK to 8	1.6 mi
NR	Capitol Hill Day School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	0.1 mi
NR	St. Peter School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	0.1 mi
NR	Capitol Learning Academy	Private - Nearby school	2 to 6	0.5 mi


Rating	School	Distance
9/10	Brent Elementary School PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	0.2 mi
4/10	Jefferson Middle School Academy Public6 to 8 Serves this home	1.1 mi
2/10	Eastern High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	1.4 mi
6/10	Capitol Hill Montessori @ Logan PublicPK to 8 Nearby school	1.1 mi
8/10	School-Within-School @ Goding PublicPK to 5 Nearby school	1.2 mi
5/10	Excel Academy PublicPK to 8 Choice school	1.6 mi
NR	Capitol Hill Day School PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	0.1 mi
NR	St. Peter School PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	0.1 mi
NR	Capitol Learning Academy Private2 to 6 Nearby school	0.5 mi

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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More information about 511 2nd Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20003

511 2nd Street Southeast is a townhouse for sale in Washington, DC 20003. This property was listed for sale on March 17, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $999,000. This listing's school district is District Of Columbia Public Schools. Nearby schools include Brent Elementary School, Jefferson Middle School Academy and Eastern High School. 511 2nd Street Southeast is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,464 sqft townhouse built in 1907.

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