Unleash the full potential of this captivating 1921 Capitol Hill gem! This is your rare chance to reimagine a classic and create your dream home in one of the city's most coveted neighborhoods. <br> Envision your ideal entry as you approach the elevated homesite with its welcoming yard and inviting front porch – the perfect place for morning coffee or evening cocktails while chatting with your neighbors. <br> Step inside this 19-foot wide charmer to see the existing period details, original hardwoods and classic Capitol Hill casework. This is an opportunity to design a modern layout while honoring the home's historic character. The expansive basement, already cleared and ready for transformation, offers incredible flexibility – reconnect it to the main living space or maintain it as a separate income-generating unit. <br> The generous backyard awaits your creative touch – picture a tranquil urban oasis designed to your exact specifications. <br> Imagine the possibilities offered by the detached two-level carriage house with 11-foot ceilings: an additional rental income stream, a private guest retreat, or the ultimate home office sanctuary – the choice is yours! <br> Located on serene 5th Street, your future masterpiece is just moments from Whole Foods, Union Market, Union Station, and the delightful Stanton Park. <br> Jumpstart your vision! Permitting is underway, radiators have been removed, and the basement and carriage house are cleared, making this an ideal project for a construction loan or cash buyer ready to build their Capitol Hill dream. Architectural plans are available upon request.
For sale
$1,190,000
717 5th St NE, Washington, DC 20002
3beds
2,340sqft
Est.:
Townhouse
Built in 1921
2,110 Square Feet Lot
$1,160,000 Zestimate®
$509/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Elevated homesiteOriginal hardwoodsWelcoming yardGenerous backyardInviting front porchExpansive basementExisting period details
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 06, 2025 at 03:25am
Listed by:
Erich Cabe 202-320-6469,
Compass,
Listing Team: Erich Cabe Team, Co-Listing Team: Erich Cabe Team,Co-Listing Agent: Pierre-Gaspard N Chauvet 202-309-0443,
Compass
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2197816

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 780
Heating
- None
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Features
- Basement: English,Front Entrance,Exterior Entry,Rear Entrance,Space For Rooms,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,340
- Total interior livable area: 2,340 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,560
- Finished area below ground: 780
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Inside Entrance, Oversized, Storage, Secured, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2,110 Square Feet
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 0833//0802
- Zoning: 015
- Zoning description: Residential-Mixed Use
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional,Carriage House
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1921
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Capitol Hill North
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $509/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,216,770
- Annual tax amount: $39,864
- Date on market: 4/28/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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