Welcome to this absolutely charming front porch end unit row house, perfectly situated within a couple of blocks of the Potomac Avenue metro, and within easy strolling distance of all of the conveniences and pleasures of Eastern Market, Lincoln Park and all of Capitol Hill! From the front porch swing to the newly sealed rear deck, you'll be delighted to call this house your home. Bring your imagination and update to your hearts content, or preserve the classic details as they are! From the hardwood floors, built-in bookshelves, and classic tin wall in the kitchen, to the extra sitting rooms on the main level and top floor, this house is ripe with possibilities! Renovate the unfinished basement, or leave as-is for tons of storage! You will love living in this little corner of Capitol Hill. Whether the Commanders come home to DC or not, rumored development at the RFK Stadium site is sure to make the neighborhood even more vibrant and lively. Come make this your home today! Open Sunday 9/7 12:00-3:00
Sold for $689,000
$689,000
438 16th St SE, Washington, DC 20003
2beds
1,774sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1929
1,443 Square Feet Lot
$683,100 Zestimate®
$388/sqft
$2,870 Estimated rent
Home value
$683,100
$649,000 - $717,000
$2,870/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 22, 2025 at 06:19am
Listed by:
Peter Frias 202-744-8973,
Samson Properties
Bought with:
Katie Geffken, SP98375268
Reverie Residential
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2220170
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 561
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Connecting Stairway,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Rear Entrance,Shelving
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,923
- Total interior livable area: 1,774 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,362
- Finished area below ground: 412
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,443 sqft
- Features: Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1090//0061
- Zoning: 0
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Federal
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1929
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
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/21/2025 | Sold | $689,000$388/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DCDC2220170 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2025 | Contingent | $689,000$388/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2220170 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $689,000+362.4%$388/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2220170 Report a problem | ||
| 12/8/2000 | Sold | $149,000$84/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,650 +1.5% | $782,340 +1.5% |
| 2024 | $6,552 +1.2% | $770,880 +1.2% |
| 2023 | $6,472 +8.1% | $761,440 +8.1% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Barney Circle
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Watkins Elementary SchoolGrades: 1-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Stuart-Hobson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 2/10Eastern High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 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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