#DCDC2197920, Charles C Heyward Jr., Listing Office: Samson Properties
2511 Palmer Pl SE Washington, DC 20020
Property details
About 2511 Palmer Pl SE
Huge price improvement!!! Join us for an open house on Saturday, May 17, from 11 - 1 pm. Welcome to 2511 Palmer Pl, a lovely detached traditional-style home located in the sought-after Hillcrest neighborhood. Tucked away on a quiet street, this charming home features 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a fully finished basement, and a spacious patio overlooking a generously sized lot. The main level features hardwood flooring, an open and sun-drenched living room, a dining area, and two bedrooms with a fully refinished bathroom. Steps away from the living and dining spaces find a well-equipped kitchen that boasts stainless steel appliances, plenty of countertop space, and storage. Just off the kitchen, find stairs leading to a usable attic space. This space is fully carpeted and designed with bookshelves, to be used for an extra storage room, a kids' playroom, or an office space. The lower level consists of an open and inviting living room, featuring a wet bar and wine fridge, making it the perfect space for entertaining. Moving away from the living room find a modern full bath, washer and dryer room, and sizeable bedroom with an abundance of closet space. The lower level boasts windows throughout allowing for plenty of natural light, and an exterior door leading to the outdoor patio. Upon moving outdoors find an airy and bright front porch for relaxation in addition to a well-maintained backyard with a patio adding plenty of functional space perfect for dining al fresco. Parking pad for 1 car sits just behind the fully fenced yard. Updates include new luxury vinyl plank flooring in the basement (2025), custom redesign of front porch (2020), a new roof, downspout, and gutters (2019), installation of renewable rainwater collection system (2019), custom brick patio (2019), newly installed vinyl fencing (2019), water/drainage and irrigation system under backyard (2019), landscaping (plants, bushes, sodding) (2019). Conveniently located right off of Pennsylvania Ave, making it very accessible to all commuter routes, 295, 695, and 395. Just minutes from Nationals Park, Audi Field, and all of the restaurants, shops, and entertainment in Navy Yard, the Wharf, and Capitol Hill. Enjoy being a 5-minute drive away from Anacostia Riverwalk Trail and Anacostia Park.
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Attic
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: Concrete Driveway, Off Street
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Heating: Other, Central
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $499,000
- Price/SqFt: $222
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,044
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: From Potomac Ave metro, Head west on Potomac Ave SE toward 14th St SE, Sharp left onto Pennsylvania Ave. SE, Turn right onto 25th St SE, Turn left onto Palmer Pl SE
- Year Built: 1928
- Living Area: 2,242 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.08 Acres
- MLS Number: DCDC2188500
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Compass
- Office Phone: (703) 266-7277
- Office Email: stephanie.white@compass.com
- Listing Agent: Kaitlin Fee
- Agent Phone: (856) 651-8969
- Agent Email: kaitlin.fee@compass.com
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Apr 18, 2018 | Home Sold | $466,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $556,370 | $4,044 |
2022 | $511,260 | $3,676 |
2021 | $496,660 | $3,572 |
2020 | $468,320 | $3,337 |
2019 | $443,090 | $3,130 |
2018 | $308,320 | $2,620 |
2017 | $277,540 | $2,359 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Orr Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.2 mi
•2200 Minnesota Ave SE
4
Randle Highlands Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.3 mi
•1650 30th St SE
4
Ketcham Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.8 mi
•1919 15th St 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 $20,634. The most common annual income of people living in Washington, DC is less than $<35k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
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Frequently asked questions
About 2511 Palmer Pl SE
The listing price of 2511 Palmer Pl SE property is $499,000.
The property 2511 Palmer Pl SE is a house located in Washington, undefined, 20020.
Active Listing: 2511 Palmer Pl SE is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 2511 Palmer Pl SE are: Orr Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Randle Highlands Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Ketcham Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Kramer Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Friendship Public Charter School - Chamberlain Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Sousa Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Anacostia High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Eastern High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Thurgood Marshall Academy Public Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $4,044 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on April 18, 2018 for $466,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 2511 Palmer Pl SE has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 2511 Palmer Pl SE is 2,242 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 2511 Palmer Pl SE is 1928.
This home is located at 2511 Palmer Pl SE in Washington, DC and zip code 20020 in the Southeast neighborhood. This 2,242 square foot home, which was built in 1928, sits on a 0.08 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 6, 2025 and is currently priced at $499,000.
The number of listings in Washington, DC increased by 60.7% between March and April 2025. Listings spent 77 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $635,346 during the same period.