817 4th St NE
























Description
The historic bones are strong, dating back to 1900, and offer tremendous finished square footage potential,...Classic and spacious 3-level brick row house with cathedral ceilings and exposed brick. This property offers an unparalleled chance for investors, developers, or a savvy homeowner to fully reimagine a historic space. Located on a quiet section of 4th Street NE, you get the benefit of a sought-after Capitol Hill adjacent location without the constant hustle and bustle of busier thoroughfares.
The historic bones are strong, dating back to 1900, and offer tremendous finished square footage potential, currently estimated at over 2,100 square feet with an existing 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom layout. Its prime location offers excellent walkability to the H Street Corridor, Union Market, and various transit options, ensuring high demand upon completion. Cosmetic repairs are necessary, including the need for a new roof (currently winterized to prevent moisture intrusion) . This is a maximum upside investment opportunity—bring your architect and vision!
Listing Agent
susan.leavitt@compass.comP: (703)-855-2267
Property Details for 817 4th Street Northeast
Property Details for 817 4th Street Northeast
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | DCDC2230282 |
| Days on Market | 20 |
| Taxes | $7,926 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Townhouse |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1900 |
| Lot Size | 0.03 AC / 1,486 SF |
| County | District of Columbia |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Location
Building Information for 817 4th Street Northeast
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$4,796 per month
30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest
$4,136
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Property Information for 817 4th Street Northeast
- 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
- 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: 2025
- Tax Assessed Value: $1,022,860
- Year Assessed: 2025
- County Tax: $0
- Improvement Assessed Value: $485,450
- City Town Tax: $7,926
- Land Assessed Value: $537,410
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Land Use Code: 0
- Section: 808
- Agricultural Tax Due: No
- Zoning: R4
- Tax Lot: 71
- School Tax: $0
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
- Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Laundry, Loft
- Stories: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Room Type: Laundry
- Room Level: Unspecified
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
- Room Level: Unspecified
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Primary Bedroom - Sitting Area
- Room Type: Loft
- Room Level: Unspecified
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Level: Upper 2
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - Carpet, Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Level: Upper 2
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - Marble
- Year Major Reno Remodel: 1997
- Total Finished SQFT: 2,134.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,134.00
- Total SQFT: 2,134.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Main Entrance Orientation: South
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Roof: Unknown
- Wall and Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings, 2 Story Ceilings, Brick
- Flooring Type: Wood
- Foundation Details: Slab
- Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 2
- # Bathrooms Half: 1
- Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Soil Types: Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
- Road Responsibility: City/County
- Fencing: Rear
- Parcel ID: 15987309
- Type Of Parking: Off Street
- Off Street - # of Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Fenced
- Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Dining Area, Upgraded Countertops, Primary Bath(s), Floor Plan - Open
- Fireplace: No
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Oven - Self Cleaning, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Accessibility Features: None
- Security Features: Window Grills
- Window Features: Bay/Bow, Double Pane, Palladian, Screens, Skylights
- Laundry Type: Main Floor, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
- Exterior Features: Sidewalks
- Pool: No Pool
- Utilities: Cable TV Available, Multiple Phone Lines
- 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
- List Agent URL: www.susanleavitt.com
Property History for 817 4th Street Northeast
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 17, 2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2230282 | — | |
| Dec 12, 2025 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC2230282 | — | |
| Dec 4, 2025 | Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2230282 | $837,000 | — |
| Nov 24, 2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2230282 | $889,900 | — |
| Jan 30, 1997 | Expired BRIGHT #1006194780 | $185,000 | — |
| Jan 22, 1997 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC369130 | $185,000 | — |
| Jan 22, 1997 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC369130 | $185,000 | — |
| Dec 8, 1995 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1006194780 | $185,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/17/2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2230282 | — |
| 12/12/2025 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC2230282 | — |
| 12/04/2025 | Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2230282 | $837,000 |
| 11/24/2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2230282 | $889,900 |
| 01/30/1997 | Expired BRIGHT #1006194780 | $185,000 |
| 01/22/1997 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC369130 | $185,000 |
| 01/22/1997 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC369130 | $185,000 |
| 12/08/1995 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1006194780 | $185,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 817 4th Street Northeast
Schools near 817 4th Street Northeast
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | PK to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
J.O. Wilson Elementary School PublicPK to 5 | ||
Stuart-Hobson Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Eastern High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Capitol Hill Montessori @ Logan PublicPK to 8 |
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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