#DCDC2169704, Lawrence M. Lessin, Listing Office: Homes By Owner
1518 W St SE Washington, DC 20020
Property details
About 1518 W St SE
Own a perfectly restored piece of DC history in the heart of the vibrant and ever-evolving Anacostia neighborhood. This historic 1890 home, once built by the Anacostia Building Association as an effort to house the working class commuting across the river, has been brought back to life by the L’Enfant Trust with a $500,000 renovation using tasteful and stylistic finishes designed to preserve the original character of the home while bringing it into the modern era. Like its neighbors, 1518 W Street SE is a single-family, wood frame, Queen Anne home with a full width porch featuring Eastlake detailing, scalloped shingles in the gable, bracketed eaves under the roof with a ridge pole, and a hipped roof front porch. A quintessential cottage-style dwelling iconically Anacostia and located just one block from the Frederick Douglass National Historic Site. Step inside and you'll be greeted by stunning hardwood floors that flow seamlessly throughout the home, accentuated by high ceilings and recessed lighting. The main level boasts a spacious living area, a formal dining room that’s perfect for hosting—complete with a striking lantern-style chandelier—and a beautifully designed kitchen. Featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, 42-inch white shaker cabinets, and ample space for an island, this kitchen is a dream for home chefs. Plus, it offers direct access to the expansive backyard, making indoor-outdoor entertaining a breeze. A convenient half bath rounds out the main level. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms and a full bath, along with a laundry area for added convenience. Need storage? This home delivers more than enough with a separately accessible cellar—ideal for all your storage needs. Outside, the huge backyard with privacy fence offers endless possibilities, whether you love to garden, entertain, or let pets roam freely. This move-in ready home is where modern charm meets timeless character and it could be yours.
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- MLS Number: DCDC2190528
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: RLAH @properties
- Office Phone: (202) 518-8781
- Listing Agent: Amanda S Hursen
- Agent Phone: (240) 476-9959
- Agent Email: mandy.hursen@rlathome.com
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1518 W St SE
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Feb 26, 2021 | Home Sold | $410,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $573,210 | $4,258 |
2022 | $525,530 | $3,798 |
2021 | $490,350 | $1,840 |
2020 | $173,590 | $- |
2019 | $163,050 | $- |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Ketcham Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.2 mi
•1919 15th St SE
2
Moten Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.5 mi
•1565 Morris Rd SE
3
Savoy Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.6 mi
•2400 Shannon Pl SE
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $41,509. The most common annual income of people living in Washington, DC is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
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About 1518 W St SE
This home is located at 1518 W St SE in Washington, DC and zip code 20020 in the Southeast neighborhood. This 1,714 square foot home, which was built in 1905, sits on a 0.06 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $525,000.
In March 2025, from all listings sold in Washington, DC there were more than 66 sold above asking price, over 170 sold below and more than 81 were sold right at the asked price. In March 2025 in Washington, DC there were 40.4% more homes for sale than in February. The median list price of listings available in March 2025 was $672,196, while the average time on the real estate market was 55 days.