Opportunity Knocks in Hillcrest – 3-Level Cape Cod with Major Potential! Welcome to 3512 Carpenter Street SE, a well-loved 3-level Cape Cod nestled in the highly desirable Hillcrest neighborhood—just minutes from Capitol Hill and offering one of D.C.’s best-kept secrets for charm, space, and value. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, this home offers a flexible layout with two bedrooms and a full bath on the main level, a private top-level bedroom, large deck, wood burning fireplace and a partially finished basement with another full bath—ideal for guests, a home office, or future rental potential. While the home retains a classic, dated aesthetic, it has been meticulously maintained by its long-time owner and is move-in ready. Beneath the carpeting lie beautifully preserved hardwood floors, and the spacious fenced backyard with a deck is ready for entertaining or expansion. Whether you're a homeowner ready to customize and build equity over time, or an investor seeking your next high-ROI project, this is the perfect canvas. With renovated homes in Hillcrest regularly commanding prices near $1 million, the upside here is undeniable. 📍 Location Highlights: Tucked into a quiet, tree-lined street in Hillcrest—known for its tight-knit community, rolling hills, and suburban feel within city limits Easy access to Pennsylvania Ave, Capitol Hill, downtown D.C., and commuter routes Close to Fort Dupont Park, Hillcrest Recreation Center, and local retail & dining Bring your vision and unlock the full potential of this rare Hillcrest gem! 📞 Schedule your tour today and imagine the possibilities!
Under contract
$525,000
3512 Carpenter St SE, Washington, DC 20020
3beds
2,214sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1939
5,461 Square Feet Lot
$516,200 Zestimate®
$237/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Partially finished basementSpacious fenced backyardWood burning fireplaceBeautifully preserved hardwood floorsLarge deck
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 23, 2025 at 07:34am
Listed by:
Mr. Charles C Heyward JR. 240-604-9639,
Samson Properties,
Listing Team: The Heyward Homes Team
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2197920

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 1197
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,507
- Total interior livable area: 2,214 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,310
- Finished area below ground: 904
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 5,461 Square Feet
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 5535//0006
- Zoning: R
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1939
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Hillcrest
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $237/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $489,500
- Annual tax amount: $1,220
- Date on market: 5/23/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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