Sold1084d on marketHistoric · 128 yrs
557 15th St SE
Washington, DC, 20003 • Capitol Hill • District of Columbia
$825,000
$681/sqft
2Beds
2Baths
1,212Sqft
0.03 acLot
1898Built
Property DNA
Traditional Style
Built 1898 · 128 years of history
Hill East
Capitol Hill
Enhanced Security
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s) · Smoke Detector(s)
Outdoor Living
Deck · Patio · Porch
Special Features
Above Grade · Below Grade
Wood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is in high demand
Listed 1084 days ago · 1 views · Top 1% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
1 views
People checking out this listing
1084 days on market
Established listing
$681/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
Very HighThis home ranks in the top 1% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1898 · Historic
Ask your agent or our team about inspections and 4/4 offer submissions. Refreshing urban cottage that's fully ready to go so you can max out your pursuit of happiness. Over 1,200 sq ft of handsomely renovated indoor and outdoor "rooms." The open first floor plan and warm exposed brick are enhanced with three exposures of windows, a fresh kitchen with bar seating, a half bath, and handy full-size laundry closet. Upstairs, the two ample bedrooms share a crisp, classic full bath with radiant floor heating. Here's the difference: all the work has been done for you with more pleasant surprises than you might expect. Behind that unique wraparound porch are nicely renovated spaces that live large. Pearl Gold Certified energy-efficient home with 6kW owned solar system. Maximize comfort and minimize utility costs with this home's upgraded insulation, Mitsubishi heat pumps, and ENERGY STAR appliances. Green features list and certification report available in Documents section. Pearl Gold Certification and SRECs fully transferable to buyer. Two blocks to METRO. Loads of neighborhood favorites just around the corner: Trusty's, Hill East Burger, The Roost, Beckert's Park Safeway, Pretzel Bakery, Congressional Cemetery, and the Riverwalk Trail. Barracks Row and Eastern Market just up the avenue. Excellent Walk, Bike, and Transit Scores.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights barracks row, warm exposed brick, and congressional cemetery as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$5,381/month
Principal & Interest$4,281
Property Tax$825
Insurance$275
Down payment20% ($165,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $660,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1898
HeatingBaseboard, Heat Pump, Radiant, Electric
CoolingCentral Air, Ductless, Heat Pump, Electric
ParkingOpen Parking
Lot1,280 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleTraditional
ConditionExcellent
Year built1898
Stories2
Systems
HeatingBaseboard, Heat Pump, Radiant, Electric
CoolingCentral Air, Ductless, Heat Pump, Electric
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOn Street
FencingWood
Lot1,280 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodCapitol Hill
ZoningRF-1
Annual tax$5,168
Parcel10630035
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
16 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Ceiling Fan(s)
Combination Kitchen/Dining
Dining Area
Open Floorplan
Kitchen - Gourmet
Recessed Lighting
Dry Wall
High Ceilings
Appliances
Microwave
Dishwasher
Disposal
Dryer
Energy Efficient Appliances
ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer
ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher
ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator
Instant Hot Water
Refrigerator
Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Washer
Water Heater
Tankless Water Heater
Oven/Range - Gas
Water Treat System
Flooring
Wood
Luxury Vinyl
Heating
Baseboard
Heat Pump
Radiant
Electric
Cooling
Central Air
Ductless
Heat Pump
Electric
Windows
Energy Efficient
Insulated Windows
Transom
Accessibility
None
Green/Energy
Appliances
Home Energy Management
HVAC
Lighting
Incentives
Exterior Features
Exterior
Lighting
Parking
On Street
Construction
Brick
Patio & Porch
Deck
Patio
Porch
Lot Features
Chillum-Urban Land Complex
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Smoke Detector(s)
Pool Features
None
Other Structures
Above Grade
Below Grade
Room details
1 room detailed
Basement
0
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market1084
Est. value$847,400
Est. rent$3,400/mo
Tax rate0.65%
Price/sqft$681
On marketMar 28, 2023
PostedMar 28, 2023
Last sold$825,000
MLS updatedDec 22, 2025
Tour days6
Views1
How are the schools in Washington?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Washington, DC, 20003
Price history
6 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 21, 2023Sold$825,000$681Bright MLS
Apr 4, 2023Pending Sale$789,000$651Bright MLS
Mar 28, 2023Listed For Sale$789,000$651Bright MLS
Nov 21, 2016Sold$650,577$537Public Record
Oct 14, 2016Listed For Sale$579,000$478Compass
Feb 24, 2000Sold$165,000$136Public Record
Sold$825,000
Apr 21, 2023•$681/sqft•Bright MLS
Pending Sale$789,000
Apr 4, 2023•$651/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$789,000
Mar 28, 2023•$651/sqft•Bright MLS
Sold$650,577
Nov 21, 2016•$537/sqft•Public Record
Listed For Sale$579,000
Oct 14, 2016•$478/sqft•Compass
Sold$165,000
Feb 24, 2000•$136/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
23 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025$6,766$795,950
Apr 10, 2024$6,604$776,980
Apr 10, 2023$5,562$738,340
Apr 10, 2022$5,168$686,740
Apr 10, 2021$5,043$669,600
Apr 10, 2020$4,797$640,080
Apr 10, 2018$4,432$594,760
Apr 10, 2017$4,319$580,570
Apr 10, 2016$4,672$549,620
Apr 10, 2015$4,273$502,750
Apr 10, 2014$3,893$457,980
Apr 10, 2013$2,049$452,410
Apr 10, 2012$1,875$444,970
Apr 10, 2011$1,875$444,970
Apr 10, 2010$1,550$447,210
Apr 10, 2009$1,409$484,440
Apr 10, 2007$1,263$442,650
Apr 10, 2006$1,200$402,560
Apr 10, 2005$1,485$307,060
Apr 10, 2004$1,326$225,450
Apr 10, 2003$1,184$190,410
Apr 10, 2002$947$128,654
Apr 10, 2001$1,480$128,654
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Washington, DC • District of Columbia
Nearby neighborhoods
Adams MorganCapitol HillColumbia HeightsDupont CircleFoggy BottomLogan CirclePetworthSixteenth Street HeightsSouthwest WaterfrontWashington Highlands
Nearby cities
Washington
Nearby zip codes
20001200022000320009200102001120016200192002020032
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