Complete Capitol Hill Charmer! Welcome to this unique urban retreat in a prime Capitol Hill location just blocks from Lincoln Park. This delightful 2-bedroom + 1 bonus room/den, 1.5-bathroom turn-of-the century classic spans three floors and offers a cozy yet modern living experience. Step inside to discover a beautifully renovated kitchen with custom woodwork, heated artisan tile floors, custom teak butcher block countertops, stainless steel appliances and plenty of cabinet storage. The first level also includes a dining area, powder room and full-size stacked washer and dryer fitted in custom built-in cabinets. Upstairs you will find the living room with working wood-burning fireplace and French doors opening to a Juliet balcony. This level also features a bedroom with reach-in closet storage. The top floor boasts an owner’s suite with primary bedroom, a second room perfect for a huge walk-in closet, nursery or home office as well as the full four piece bathroom with shower-over-tub. The attic is accessible by drop-down stairs and provides extra storage space. An extraordinary fenced south-facing garden and patio is perfect for enjoying morning coffee, dining al fresco and entertaining. A storage shed and additional outdoor living area with custom-built bar is found in the “bonus” space along South Carolina Ave.
Approx. $100k in major updates ensure peace of mind, including a new roof and hot water heater (2021), HVAC system (2019), full exterior brick repointing and complete chimney rebuild and relining in 2022 and more. See list of upgrades for more details. Nestled in a vibrant community with convenient access to Metro, Eastern Market and all of the amenities of Capitol Hill, this home offers the perfect blend of historic charm and modern comforts. Don’t miss this opportunity to make this beautiful cottage your own urban sanctuary!
Sold
$777,000
1221 C St SE, Washington, DC 20003
2beds
864sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1900
350 sqft lot
$776,800 Zestimate®
$899/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 28, 2025 at 08:32am
Listed by:
John Peters 202-230-8791,
Compass
Bought with:
Jean-Rodolphe de La Haye, 681142
Compass
Toby Lim, 667907
Compass
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2190152

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Range Hood, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
Features
- Combination Kitchen/Dining, Floor Plan - Traditional, Attic
- Flooring: Wood
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Screen
Interior area
- Total structure area: 864
- Total interior livable area: 864 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 864
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Storage
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Size: 350 sqft
- Features: Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1015/S/0002
- Zoning: RF-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Federal
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Details
- Builder model: 2+BR IN-CITY COTTAGE
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Washington
- Subdivision: Capitol Hill
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Services availability

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