Holy curb appeal, batman! This delightful corner property stretches along 7th Street and A Street NE in arguably one of the BEST spots on Capitol Hill! The lovingly maintained garden is guaranteed to impress. The main level of this circa 1908 townhome is open and features THREE bay windows, a wood burning fireplace, and an open staircase to the second level. The kitchen opens to a private garden oasis featuring a patio, pergola and water fountain the site of many garden parties, past and future! The second floor landing is bathed in natural light courtesy of a custom designed and fabricated stained glass skylight. The primary bedroom features ample closet space, a bay window and a custom en-suite bathroom with its own balcony overlooking the garden. The second bedroom features TWO bay windows and built-in storage. There is a second full bathroom on this level. This well-maintained property is only three blocks from Eastern Market, the beating heart of the amazing village known as the Hill.
- DC
- Washington
- 20002
- 653 A STREET NE
- MLS# DCDC517654
- Date Listed04/28/2021
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 2 Full baths
- Lot Size 0.02 acres (925 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Subdivision CAPITOL HILL
- Property Type Townhouse
- County WASHINGTON
- Year Built 1908
- Water Public
- Square Feet 1,524 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $721.78
Interior Features
- Appliances Gas Water Heater
- Flooring Hardwood, Carpet
- Cooling Central Air
- Heating Natural Gas
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Copper
- Lot Size Acres 0.02
- Lot Size SQFT 925.00
- Lot Features -
Directions
The glorious home at the southwest corner of 7th and A Streets NE. Approx 3 blocks to Eastern Market!
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $3,480
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Thaddeus Stevens Early Learning Center
Public • PK - PK • Serves this home
4.27 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
5.1 mi
Distance
School Without Walls High School
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
4.27 mi
Distance
Thaddeus Stevens Early Learning Center
Public • PK - PK • Serves this home
4.27 mi
Distance
Hyde-addison Elementary School
Public • PK - 5
5.31 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
8.97 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
5.1 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
6.43 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
8.25 mi
Distance
School Without Walls High School
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
4.27 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
5.1 mi
Distance
Duke Ellington School Of The Arts
Public • 9 - 12
6.05 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
8.8 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 05/21/2021 | Sold | $1,050,000.00 4.55% |
| 04/28/2021 | Pending | $1,100,000.00 |
| 04/23/2021 | Active | $1,100,000.00 |
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3217 RESERVOIR ROAD NW | Listing | 3 | 3 | Oct 09, 2025 | $1,495,000 | Jun 25, 2024 | $1,391,750 |
| 4215 MEADE STREET NE | Listing | 3 | 3 | Nov 20, 2025 | $545,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $461,725 |
| 2405 NAYLOR ROAD SE | Listing | 5 | 4 | Nov 17, 2025 | $650,000 | Feb 23, 2024 | $578,435 |
| 4947 JUST STREET NE | Listing | 2 | 1 | Oct 14, 2025 | $349,000 | Feb 23, 2024 | $349,378 |
| 3300 18TH PLACE SE | Listing | 5 | 3 | Oct 22, 2025 | $529,999 | Feb 15, 2023 | $413,400 |
| 1512 MONROE STREET NE | Listing | 6 | 5 | Oct 14, 2025 | $1,299,000 | Jun 25, 2024 | $1,319,472 |
| 1755 18TH STREET NW | 7 | 6 | Nov 03, 2025 | $2,795,000 | Nov 29, 2025 | - |
| 3508 PROSPECT STREET NW | Listing | 8 | 7 | Oct 24, 2025 | $12,500,000 | Jan 24, 2024 | $6,366,412 |
| 127 ROCK CREEK CHURCH ROAD NW | Listing | 3 | 2 | Nov 08, 2025 | $599,900 | Feb 23, 2024 | $709,317 |
| 1316 ARCADIA AVE | Listing | 5 | 4 | Oct 01, 2025 | $565,000 | Apr 09, 2021 | $121,500 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 78,577 | 701,527 | 701,531 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 15,221 | 11,491 | 11,491 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.2 | 2.1 | 2.1 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 39.3 | 38.7 | 38.7 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $106,444 | $98,902 | $98,902 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $61,901 | $64,694 | $64,694 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 100 | 91 | 91 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 24°F | 24°F | 24°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 88.9°F | 88.9°F | 88.9°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.7" | 43.7" | 43.7" | 38" |
89/100
Very Walkable
Walk Score ®
88/100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score ®
98/100
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score ®
Overview
Most errands can be accomplished on foot. Transit is convenient for most trips. Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike.Transit Summary
72 nearby routes: 59 bus, 12 rail, 1 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 67/100, Transit Score: 65/100, Bike Score: 64/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 653 A STREET NE
Source: Realty.com
653 A STREET NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002 is a 1,524 sq. ft. Townhouse listed for sale with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Realty.com has 44 photos of this Townhome, listed at $1,100,000. View sales and tax history of town homes, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 44 photos of 653 A STREET NE.
Our records indicate that 653 A STREET NE was built in 1908.
The full address for this home is 653 A STREET NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002.
653 A STREET NE has been listed on Realty.com since Wed April 28, 2021
Most errands can be accomplished on foot. Transit is convenient for most trips. Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 67/100, Transit Score: 65/100, Bike Score: 64/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 653 A STREET NE. Thaddeus Stevens Early Learning Center (Grades: PK - PK), Hart Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), School Without Walls High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
Listing provided courtesy of:
Coldwell Banker Realty
(tel: 202-547-3525)
Listing agent:
Gary Jankowski
(tel: 202-439-6009)
(#120986)
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