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420 Independence Ave SE, Washington, DC, 20003

$1,300,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths, 1 Partial
2,120 SqFt
$613/SqFt
Townhouse
Schools Nearby

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420 Independence Ave SE, Washington$1,300,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeTownhouse
ParkingOn Street
Year Built1890
HeatingHot Water
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
MLS #DCDC2074478
Lot Size0.04 Acres
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)

About 420 Independence Ave SE

**Come see this Capitol Hill gem this week. The listing is going to be offered for rent only starting November 17!** Lovely, renovated extra-wide rowhome in an unbeatable location just steps to the Capitol, the library of congress, parks, restaurants, and cafes! From front to back, top to bottom, this home is a stunner! The shady front yard features a classic, wrought iron fence, a stately magnolia tree and a full brick porch across the front of the home. Once inside, you’ll notice the wonderful flow from the entry foyer to the spacious double parlor living room with hardwood flooring, recessed lighting, built-ins, and a wood burning fireplace. Next, is a walkthrough butler’s pantry with exposed brick, 2 beverage refrigerators and sink that leads to a separate dining room perfect for entertaining! The kitchen is a delight with gas cooking, and an eat-in table space overlooking the backyard. There’s also a convenient powder room off the main floor hallway. Upstairs, you will find a bright sky-lit hallway and 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The impressive owner’s suite features a gorgeous bath with double sinks, a skylight, glass enclosed shower and large dressing room with laundry area. The maintenance-free rear brick courtyard has a tranquil water fountain and could be converted to parking if desired, and there is plenty of on-street parking in the area too! Don't miss the basement offering loads of storage plus an outside exit to the backyard. What’s more, Brent Elementary is the assigned neighborhood school and it’s a short walk to both the Capitol South and Eastern Market Metro Station, this home checks all the boxes! Welcome home!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 2,120 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: KW United
  • Office Phone: (703) 533-1500
  • Listing Agent: Kristina S Walker

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Built-Ins, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Table Space, Skylight(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Wet/Dry Bar, Wood Floors

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Extensive Hardscape, Water Fountains

Parking Information:

  • Parking: On Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.04 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Eastern High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Brent Elementary School, Public District Grades EE-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: From Capitol Hill, take Independence Avenue East to where if becomes one-way. Proceed to #420 on the left. Located equidistance between Capitol Complex and historic Eastern Market and metro.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $1,300,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $613/SqFt
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Housing Market Comparison

See how this home compares to others in Washington, DC.

Med. Sold Price

$654.1K

Med. Price/SqFt

$511

Avg. Days On Market

37

# of Sold Homes

420

420 Independence Ave SE vs Washington

526 DAYS ON ROCKET

+489 Days

$1,300,000

+$645.8K More

$613/SqFt

+$102 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $645.8K more than the Median Sold Price and $102/SqFt more than other homes in Washington, DC.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • MLS Number: #DCDC2074478

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: KW United
  • Office Phone: (703) 533-1500
  • Listing Agent: Kristina S Walker

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Aug 14, 2020Home Sold
$1,250,000
Aug 14, 2020Home Sold
$1,250,000
Jul 21, 2009Home Sold
$769,419

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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8
/10
  • Brent Elementary School

  • 301 N Carolina Ave SE

  • 0.22 miles

  • Public District Grades EE-5

High School

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3
/10
  • Eastern High School

  • 1700 E Capitol St NE

  • 1.11 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $108,562. The majority of Washington, DC residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Living In Southeast, Washington

Types of housing in Southeast, Washington.

Most housing in Southeast was built before the 1960s, during its most significant construction boom. Large apartment buildings are the predominant housing type, representing about one third of dwellings in this community, and the rest are mainly small apartment buildings and townhouses. Renters occupy roughly 70% of the properties in Southeast whereas owners occupy the remainder. This area is primarily composed of one bedroom and two bedroom homes.

What is it like to live in Southeast, Washington?

The character of Southeast is exemplified by its relaxed ambience. There are over 200 green spaces close by for residents to visit, such as Section F and Anacostia Park, which makes them very easy to access. Most areas in this part of the city are quiet, as the streets are usually reasonably tranquil - however some areas can be quite noisy, especially closer to one of the railway lines, Southeast Freeway or Anacostia Freeway.

Is it easy to get around Southeast, Washington without a car?

It is a reasonably short walk to reach primary as well as high schools from most houses for sale in Southeast. Home buyers have the choice between public and private schools at both the elementary and high school level. In terms of eating, a supermarket is ordinarily reachable within a short walk from most houses for sale in Southeast. Likewise, a restaurant is commonly just around the corner, and a limited number of cafes can be found as well.

Transportation in Southeast, Washington.

Southeast will appeal to homeowners that use a diversity of modes of transportation. Southeast has a good public transit infrastructure. For example, house owners can count on many rapid transit stations with access to the Blue Line, Green Line, Orange Line and Silver Line. The community is connected by over 50 bus lines, and it is especially convenient to find a nearby bus stop from most homes. The car is often the favored approach to navigate Southeast. The majority of homes for sale are a short car ride from the closest highway, such as Interstate 695, and it is convenient to park. Walking is feasible for residents in Southeast; many daily errands can be run on foot, and there are also a fair number of businesses close by.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 420 Independence Ave SE

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 420 Independence Ave SE property is $1,300,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 420 Independence Ave SE is a townhouse located in Washington, District of Columbia, 20003.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 420 Independence Ave SE is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 420 Independence Ave SE are:
Brent Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
Eastern High School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on August 14, 2020 for $1,250,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 420 Independence Ave SE has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 420 Independence Ave SE is 2,120 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 420 Independence Ave SE is 1890.

Rocket HomesDistrict of ColumbiaWashington20003420 Independence Ave SE

This home is located at 420 Independence Ave SE in Washington, DC and zip code 20003 in the Southeast neighborhood. This 2,120 square foot home, which was built in 1890, sits on a 0.04 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 09, 2022 and is currently priced at $1,300,000.

Washington, DC housing market in March 2024 saw over 124 listings sold above listed price, more than 119 sold at listed price and over 177 sold below. In March 2024 in Washington, DC there were 6.8% more homes for sale than in February 2024. In March 2024, listings were on the market for 37 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $654,103.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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