609 Independence Ave SE

Washington, DC 20003

$1,750,000
Price
—
Beds
—
Baths
1,584 Sq. Ft.
$1,105 / Sq. Ft.
1,584
Sq. Ft.
$1,105
per Sq. Ft.
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One block to Eastern Market
Steps from Eastern Market restaurants and shops
Just three blocks to Eastern Market Metro
Steps from Eastern Market restaurants and shops
Steps from Eastern Market restaurants and shops
Steps from Eastern Market restaurants and shops
Steps from Eastern Market restaurants and shops
Steps from Eastern Market restaurants and shops
Steps from Eastern Market restaurants and shops
Steps from Eastern Market restaurants and shops
Steps from Eastern Market restaurants and shops
Steps from Eastern Market restaurants and shops
Steps from Eastern Market restaurants and shops
Within one mile of Union Station
Within one mile of Union Station
Within one mile of Union Station

Description

An extraordinary and rare opportunity in the heart of Capitol Hill: a fully permitted, shovel-ready development site comprising two adjacent record lots totaling approximately 2,253 square feet, approved for the construction of two brand-new two-unit residential buildings. The current owner has invested more than a year and significant resources assembling a complete, approved permit package covering full architectural, structural, civil, and MEP engineering drawings. Permits have been issued for...An extraordinary and rare opportunity in the heart of Capitol Hill: a fully permitted, shovel-ready development site comprising two adjacent record lots totaling approximately 2,253 square feet, approved for the construction of two brand-new two-unit residential buildings. The current owner has invested more than a year and significant resources assembling a complete, approved permit package covering full architectural, structural, civil, and MEP engineering drawings. Permits have been issued for the razing of the existing 1951 brick structure and adjacent vacant lot, and construction permits for the two new buildings are in hand. A qualified contractor or developer can break ground without delay. The plans call for two three-story buildings, each with a lower level apartment, rising to 35 feet on their respective lots. Each building is designed as a two-family flat, yielding four total residential units across the two lots, with approximately 2,700 square feet of finished space per building across lower level, first, second, and third floors. The location is among the most coveted in Washington for residential development. The site sits just behind Eastern Market and is convenient to the Library of Congress, Barracks Row restaurants, House office buildings, public parks, and the Capitol itself. The Eastern Market Metro station, serving the Blue, Orange, and Silver Lines, is approximately an 11-minute walk, and Capitol Hill ranks as the 14th most walkable neighborhood in Washington with a Walk Score of 88. Capitol Hill townhomes regularly clear seven figures, and the DC housing market remains competitive, with inventory staying lean. New construction on Capitol Hill is genuinely rare, as the neighborhood is dominated by historic rowhouses and opportunities to build all-new structures are uncommon. For a contractor or developer seeking a turnkey entry into one of DC's most enduringly desirable neighborhoods, this is the opportunity. All plans, permits, and raze approvals convey with the sale.
  1. Listed by Joseph Himali • RLAH @properties
    P: (202)-669-4656 joe@bestaddress.com
  2. Listed by Sierra Kim • RLAH @properties
    P: (210)-705-3936 sierra@bestaddress.com

Property Details for 609 Independence Avenue Southeast

Tax ID Number
0871//0020
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
End of Row/Townhouse
Style
Federal
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 06/04/2026 12:14 PM

Property Details for 609 Independence Avenue Southeast

StatusActive
MLS #DCDC2265174
Days on Market38
Taxes$8,577 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1951
Lot Size0.03 AC / 1,128 SF
CountyDistrict of Columbia
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Building Information for 609 Independence Avenue Southeast

Stories2Residences-Year Built1951Lot Size0.03 AC / 1,128 SF

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Property Information for 609 Independence Avenue 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, 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
  • Middle Or Junior School: JEFFERSON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (WASHINGTON DC)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • High School: EASTERN SENIOR (WASHINGTON DC)
  • HighSchoolSource: 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
  • Property Manager Y/N: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $1,007,730
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $385,310
  • City Town Tax: $8,577
  • Land Assessed Value: $622,420
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 0
  • Loss Mitigation Fee: No
  • Agricultural Tax Due: No
  • Historic: No
  • Zoning: RF-1
  • Tax Lot: 20
  • School Tax: $0
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Pets Allowed: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
Rooms
  • Stories: Main
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,584.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Additional Lot(s)
  • Soil Types: Chillum-Urban Land Complex, Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
  • Parcel ID: 15989777
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Addl Parcels Descrp: The lot with the garage next door
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Off Site
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: No
  • Accessibility Features: None
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Spa: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Horse: No
Utilities
Utilities
  • Cooling Type: None
  • Cooling Fuel: None
  • Heating Type: None
  • Heating Fuel: None
  • Hot Water: None
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Internet Services: Cable
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: www.BestAddress.com

Property History for 609 Independence Avenue Southeast

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 28, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC2265174

$1,750,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/28/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC2265174

$1,750,000

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Public Records for 609 Independence Avenue Southeast

Taxable ValueLand$103,410Additions-Total$103,410
Tax Record2025$879 ($73 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size1,125 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous Vacant LandZoningRF-1CountyDISTRICT OF COLUMBIAAPN0871 0021

Schools near 609 Independence Avenue Southeast

This home is within District Of Columbia Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Brent Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Jefferson Middle School Academy
Public - 6 to 8
Eastern High School
Public - 9 to 12
School-Within-School @ Goding
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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More information about 609 Independence Avenue Southeast, Washington, DC 20003

609 Independence Avenue Southeast is a townhouse for sale in Washington, DC 20003. This property was listed for sale on May 28, 2026 by RLAH @properties, it's currently listed at $1,750,000. 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. 609 Independence Avenue Southeast is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 1,584 sqft townhouse built in 1951.

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