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Sold on 06/14/2021

511 Independence Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003

$1,608,200

Last sold 06/14/2021 for $1.43M

  • 3

    bed

  • 4

    bath

  • 2,400

    Sqft ($599/Sqft)

Townhouse not for sale

About 511 Independence Ave SE

Property type Townhouse
Neighborhood
Year built 1908
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 1,742 Sqft
Movoto estimate
Rental estimate
Property description
511 Independence Ave is a quintessential Capitol Hill home located steps to Eastern Market. This residence offers nearly 11-foot ceilings, beautiful front bay window and hardwood floors throughout. The home combines the best of the historic features with thoughtfully updated spaces. The renovated kitchen and casual living room area make for an effortless everyday lifestyle. The kitchen features double doors opening to the spacious outdoor patio. The home also offers a formal living room and dining room. These generous rooms provide great space for entertaining and large dinner parties. In addition, to the primary bedroom, there are three bedrooms and a den on the upper floor. The light filled primary bedroom features three sets of oversized windows and an ensuite bath. The remaining two bedrooms and den are all generous enough to accommodate a queen bed and furniture. The newly renovated full bath on the upper floors is steps to each of these rooms. The back patio area features a new fence and plenty of space for entertaining throughout the seasons. | Request to Review Offers Tuesday May 18th at 3 pm |
Listed by
Listing Agent - Melanie M Hayes
Listing Office - TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Source: Bright MLS mls logo
MLS#DCDC521020 • last updated 4 years ago
Movoto checked Bright MLS for data 15 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC Heat Pump(s), Electric
Heating Natural Gas, Electric
Levels/Style Victorian
Type Residential
Virtual Tour N/A
Status Closed
SqFt 2625
Lot Size (SqFt) 1676
Lot Size (Acres) 0.04
City/ Town Tax 10036
Tax: Assessed Value 1281140
Annual Property Tax 10036
Year Built 1908
Condition Very Good
New Construction (Y/N) N
Foreclosure (Y/N) N
Interior
Total # of Bathrooms 4
# Full Baths 2
# Half Baths 2
Total # of Bedrooms 3
Basement Partially Finished
Appliances Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
Interior Features Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Primary Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
Accessibility Features None
Exterior
Construction Brick
Parking Desc On Street
Existing Structures Above Grade, Below Grade, Patio(s)
Fencing Wood
Amenities / Utilities
Sewer/ Septic Public Sewer
Pool No Pool
Location
View City
Subdivision CAPITOL HILL
Water Source Public
Senior Community (Y/N) N
School District DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Directions East On Independence To 511 Independence Ave.
Zoning R4
Lot/ Land Details
Soil Types Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
$1.6M
Range: $1.48M-$1.72M
Last 30 days 
Rental est.: $3,901/month
Gross rent multiplier: 30.7
  • Jun 2021
    Public Records
  • Jun 25, 2021 Sold
    $1,437,000
  • Jun 2021
    mls logo MLS # DCDC521020
  • Jun 14, 2021 Sold
    $1,437,000 (+6.4%)
  • May 19, 2021 Pending
    —
  • May 12, 2021 Listed
    $1,350,000 (+38.5%)
  • Jun 2013
    Public Records
  • Jun 3, 2013 Sold
    $975,000
  • May 2013
    mls logo MLS # 1003290870
  • May 31, 2013 Sold
    $975,000 (-2.0%)
  • Jan 7, 2013 Listed
    $995,000 (+25.5%)
  • Apr 2013
    mls logo MLS # DC7987129
  • Apr 27, 2013 Cntg
    —
  • Jan 7, 2013 Listed
    $995,000
  • Feb 2005
    Public Records
  • Feb 16, 2005 Sold
    $793,000 (+52.8%)
  • Mar 2001
    Public Records
  • Mar 6, 2001 Sold
    $519,000
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2024
    $11,050 +0.8%
    $1,386,990 +1.67%
  • 2023
    $10,966 +4.1%
    $1,364,220 +3.46%
  • 2022
    $10,539 +2.9%
    $1,318,540 +2.92%
  • 2021
    $10,241 +2.0%
    $1,281,140 +1.97%
  • 2020
    $10,036 +7.1%
    $1,256,430 +6.69%
  • 2019
    $9,374 +5.9%
    $1,177,670 +5.67%
  • 2018
    $8,850 +5.3%
    $1,114,490 +1.06%
  • 2017
    $8,405 +9.9%
    $1,102,850 +3.59%
  • 2016
    $7,647 +10.0%
    $1,064,670
  • 2015
    $6,954
    —
  • 511 Independence Ave SE
    $1.43M
  • Capitol Hill
    $699K -9% y/y
  • 20003
    $649K -13% y/y
  • Washington
    $549K -5% y/y
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6/10
Brent Elementary School
public Grades PK, K-5
District Of Columbia Public Schools
3/10
Jefferson Middle School Academy
public Grades 6-8
District Of Columbia Public Schools
3/10
Eastern High School
public Grades 9-12
District Of Columbia Public Schools
Source: GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.

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