Exquisite 4-Story Victorian with Carriage House/Garage overlooking Capitol Hill's premier boulevard---East Capitol Street---in the heart of the Hill's Historic District. Located 6 blocks from the US Capitol and Congress, 5 blocks from the Supreme Court and the Library of Congress and the Shakespeare Library, together it offers over 5,000 sq feet of unparalleled elegance, modern convenience and investment potential. It was completely renovated and remodeled as four self-contained 2 bedroom 2 bath units...each unit boasts its own HVAC, washer/dryer, gas fireplace, and beautifully appointed kitchen and baths. Built in the 1890's, it features wonderfully preserved details that no new build or renovation can possibly approach...high ceilings, gorgeous plasterwork, stained glass and magnificent floors and original chestnut woodwork hand rubbed to a silken finish. There is a certificate of occupancy for 4 legal rental units and each is presently tenanted. The carriage house/garage was remodeled and made habitable but is not a rental unit. It offers the potential as a 5th rental unit and additional income if the buyer wishes to secure City approval. Today it is the perfect turn-key investment with immediate rental income. One could easily convert it to a single family home with and English Basement rental unit and or use the entire property. There is the potential to condo the property and maximize your investment return. 642 East Capitol Street is unmatched in its beauty, location and versatility. Whether you are looking for a primo investment or a luxurious home, this Victorian Grande Dame offers endless possibilities. It is offered for sale as part of a 1031 Tax Deferred Exchange.
For sale
$2,500,000
642 E Capitol St NE, Washington, DC 20003
8beds
4,442sqft
Est.:
Townhouse
Built in 1890
2,690 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$563/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Unparalleled eleganceOriginal chestnut woodworkStained glassBeautifully appointed kitchenMagnificent floorsPreserved detailsHigh ceilings
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 16, 2025 at 04:57pm
Listed by:
Phyllis Jane Young 202-544-4236,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Washington
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2191820

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 8
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Description: Percent Finished: 100.0
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit, Lower Level, Main Level, Upper Level
Features
- 2nd Kitchen, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Crown Molding, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Other, 9'+ Ceilings, High Ceilings, Plaster Walls
- Flooring: Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Bay/Bow, Double Hung, Stain/Lead Glass, Window Treatments
- Basement: Partial,English,Front Entrance,Full,Finished,Heated,Improved,Rear Entrance,Space For Rooms
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Brick, Gas/Propane, Mantel(s)
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,466
- Total interior livable area: 4,442 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,442
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Storage, Garage Faces Rear, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Oversized, Other, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
- Details: Garage Sqft: 1120
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Four
- Stories: 4
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Panoramic, Street
Lot
- Size: 2,690 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21 x 128.08
- Features: Urban, Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 0868//0800
- Zoning: 1-A RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Other
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Capitol Hill
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $563/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,897,250
- Annual tax amount: $16,127
- Date on market: 3/25/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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