Home has interest / offers presented as they come in / Friday NOON deadline / this classic and spacious 3-level brick row house is a true Contractor Special. This property offers an unparalleled chance for investors, developers, or a savvy homeowner to fully reimagine a historic space. Located on a quiet section of 4th Street NE, you get the benefit of a sought-after Capitol Hill adjacent location without the constant hustle and bustle of busier thoroughfares. The historic bones are strong, dating back to 1900, and offer tremendous finished square footage potential, currently estimated at over 2,100 square feet with an existing 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom layout. Its prime location offers excellent walkability to the H Street Corridor, Union Market, and various transit options, ensuring high demand upon completion. The property is being sold strictly AS-IS and requires a renovation. Cosmetic repairs are necessary, including the need for a new roof (currently winterized to prevent further moisture intrusion) . This is a maximum upside investment opportunity—bring your architect and vision!
For sale
Price cut: $52.9K (12/4)
$837,000
817 4th St NE, Washington, DC 20002
3beds
2,134sqft
Est.:
Townhouse
Built in 1900
1,486 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$392/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 17 days |
- 1,071 |
- 39 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: 22 hours ago
Listed by:
Susan Leavitt 703-855-2267,
Compass
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2230282
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Laundry, Loft
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Bedroom - Sitting Area
- Level: Unspecified
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Marble
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Unspecified
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Main
Loft
- Level: Unspecified
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Self Cleaning Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit, Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Area, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Dining Area, Upgraded Countertops, Primary Bath(s), Open Floorplan, Cathedral Ceiling(s), 9'+ Ceilings, 2 Story Ceilings
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Bay/Bow, Double Pane Windows, Palladian, Screens, Skylight(s)
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,134
- Total interior livable area: 2,134 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,134
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Exterior features: Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Garden
Lot
- Size: 1,486 Square Feet
- Features: Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 0808//0071
- Zoning: R4
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Federal
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Unknown
Condition
- Below Average
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
- Major remodel year: 1997
Details
- Builder model: EXQUISITE
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Multiple Phone Lines
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Window Bars
- Subdivision: Capitol Hill
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $392/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,022,860
- Annual tax amount: $7,926
- Date on market: 11/24/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$3,987/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/4/2025 | Price change | $837,000-5.9%$392/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DCDC2230282 Report a problem | ||
| 11/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $889,900+456.2%$417/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2230282 Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/1997 | Sold | $160,000$75/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,926 0% | $1,022,340 +0.3% |
| 2024 | $7,928 +4.2% | $1,019,760 +4.2% |
| 2023 | $7,606 +4.3% | $978,810 +4.5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,720/mo
Principal & interest
$3988
Property taxes
$439
Home insurance
$293
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Near Northeast
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10J.O. Wilson Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Stuart-Hobson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Eastern High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 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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