In the Historic District! The Grand Entertainer! Imposing, semidetached circa 1852 brick townhouse superbly situated in the Shadow of the US Capitol, mere baby steps to the Supreme Court, and Senate Office Buildings. High, wide and handsome with old world charm galore - high ceilings, tall windows, glowing wood floors, moldings, medallions, five fireplaces - and expansive spaces that lend themselves to elegant entertaining and gracious living in grand style. Generous south facing living room with twin fireplaces, light filled banquet size dining room, let the parties begin! Gracious Primary Bedroom Suite boasting sitting area, fireplace, and ensuite bath, second bright bedroom opening onto its own treetop deck overlooking rear patio and side garden! See impressive Seller Improvement List including NEW HVAC in 2022! BONUS: large lower level one bedroom unit with twin fireplaces for income or to easily integrate for even more living space. Rental parking Available on the block if desired!
Sold for $1,550,000 on 02/27/23
$1,550,000
308 Constitution Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
3beds
3,065sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1852
1,765 Square Feet Lot
$1,667,400 Zestimate®
$506/sqft
$6,365 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,667,400
$1.55M - $1.82M
$6,365/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 27, 2023 at 08:25am
Listed by:
Judi Seiden 202-546-3736,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
Bought with:
David Shotwell, 645362
Compass
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2076836
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 1065
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
Features
- 2nd Kitchen, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Molding, Curved Staircase, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Primary Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: English,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Mantel(s)
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,090
- Total interior livable area: 3,065 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,025
- Finished area below ground: 1,040
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street, Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,765 sqft
- Features: Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 0784//0809
- Zoning: R4
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Federal
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1852
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
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/27/2023 | Sold | $1,550,000-2.8%$506/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DCDC2076836 | ||
| 1/28/2023 | Pending sale | $1,595,000$520/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2076836 | ||
| 12/3/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,595,000+235.1%$520/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2076836 | ||
| 4/21/2015 | Listing removed | $3,600$1/sqft |
Source: Yarmouth Management | ||
| 4/4/2015 | Listed for rent | $3,600$1/sqft |
Source: Yarmouth Management | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,094 +11.2% | $1,540,420 +11.2% |
| 2024 | $11,778 +3.4% | $1,385,620 +3.4% |
| 2023 | $11,386 +5.9% | $1,339,540 +5.9% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Watkins Elementary SchoolGrades: 1-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 7/10Stuart-Hobson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Eastern High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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