$1,635,000
 $8,777 est/mo Sourced by Back At You

12 5th St NE,WASHINGTON, DC 20002

WASHINGTON, DC 20002

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Description

Enticing New Pricing - First time on the market in over a decade, 12 5th St NE is nestled just off coveted East Capitol Street, steps from Eastern Market and the US Capitol on one of Capitol Hill's most treasured blocks, this circa-1863 residence brings together remarkable character, expansive modern living, exceptional indoor-outdoor connection at a location that puts you in the heart of the Hill. Gracious living and dining spaces retain the warmth and character of the original home made for entertaining, with preserved details including the staircase newel post and railings, handsome dining room window casings and beautifully refinished oak floors with smart contemporary modifications to open and connect its spaces with an oversized gourmet kitchen designed as much for gathering as cooking, with a long stone island, abundant cabinetry, two generous work areas and sinks, and plenty of room to spread out. Beyond the kitchen, the house opens dramatically into an expansive rear family room centered on a gas fireplace and flanked by tall black-framed divided-light glass doors. Open them and the living space continues directly outside to a custom brick patio and fully fenced backyard with irrigation and outdoor lighting, creating an unusually seamless connection between house and garden. With rear alley access, the property also offers the potential for off-street parking. Upstairs, beautiful original heart pine floors are a wonderful reminder of the home's 19th-century beginnings. Two exceptionally spacious bedrooms are joined by a large skylit den, ideal as a home office, library, studio, guest space or additional living area with built-in Murphy Bed system. The primary suite includes a renovated en-suite bath with double vanity and a wall of closets, while the renovated hall bath also features a double vanity. Side-by-side laundry, a large linen closet and additional hallway storage make the upper level as practical as it is distinctive. A third full bath on the main level adds still more flexibility. Below, the connected lower level has its own front entrance and reveals another layer of the home's history, with exposed brick, original structural elements, windows and extensive storage, workshop and utility space - and room to expand. Thoughtfully updated over time rather than stripped of its identity and charm, 12 5th Street NE feels unmistakably like Capitol Hill: historic without being pretentious, polished without feeling newly manufactured, and wonderfully livable. Replacement double pane windows, central air conditioning, and updated systems update the character that has endured for more than 160 years. Just off East Capitol Street and two blocks from Stanton Park, this home is exceptionally positioned for easy access to Eastern Market, Union Station, H Street, Union Market, Metro, the U.S. Capitol, Library of Congress and the neighborhood restaurants, shops, parks and everyday conveniences that make Capitol Hill one of Washington's most enduringly desirable neighborhoods. A remarkable historic home, beautifully evolved, at a setting that is quintessentially Capitol Hill. Reach out for a private tour anytime.

Details

MLS #DCDC2282804
Listing TypeFor Sale
StyleCondominium
Sub-TypeResale
StatusActive-bright
Year1863
Days On Site55
Listing Provided ByBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty | Peter Grimm

Features

Bed(s)3
Bath(s) 3 Total
SQ Feet1,998
BasementY
Story(s)3
ZoningRF1
Acreage0.04

Interior

Rooms Total8
CoolingCentral A/C
Heating Yes / NoYes
HeatingHot Water
Interior FeaturesBathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Exposed Beams, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Upgraded Countertops, Wet/Dry Bar, Window Treatments, Wine Storage, Wood Floors
Window FeaturesDouble Hung, Double Pane Windows, Casement, Energy Efficient, Replacement, Screens, Skylights, Storm
AppliancesBuilt-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Dryer

Exterior

Exterior FeaturesPlay Area
RoofComposite
Security FeaturesCarbon Monoxide Detectors
Construction MaterialsFrame, Wood Siding, Brick
Foundation DetailsBrick/Mortar

Parking

Garage Yes / NoNo
Parking FeaturesPrivate, Surface

Taxes

Tax Annual Amount10744

Area Information

StateDC
CountyWASHINGTON DC
CityWASHINGTON
Zip Code20002
AreaWASHINGTON DC
Community NameCAPITOL HILL
School DistrictDISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHO
Elementary SchoolPEABODY
High SchoolEASTERN SENIOR
Listing VS Median (in CAPITOL HILL)
Price:
$1,635,000
low | high
Med:
$749,000
100% of Average
sqft:
1,998
low | high
Med:
1,532
73.323323323323% of Average
$ / sqft:
$818
low | high
Med:
$489
90.255108151484% of Average
On site:
55
low | high
Med:
16
100% of Average
Sourced by Back At You

Market Activity 20002

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StateDC
CountyWASHINGTON DC
CityWASHINGTON
Zip Code20002
AreaWASHINGTON DC
Community NameCAPITOL HILL
School DistrictDISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHO
Elementary SchoolPEABODY
High SchoolEASTERN SENIOR
Listing VS Median (in CAPITOL HILL)
Price:
$1,635,000
low | high
Med:
$749,000
100% of Average
sqft:
1,998
low | high
Med:
1,532
73.323323323323% of Average
$ / sqft:
$818
low | high
Med:
$489
90.255108151484% of Average
On site:
55
low | high
Med:
16
100% of Average
Sourced by Back At You
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