#DCDC2188500, Kaitlin Fee, Listing Office: Compass
3512 Carpenter St SE Washington, DC 20020
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About 3512 Carpenter St SE
Opportunity Knocks in Hillcrest – 3-Level Cape Cod with Major Potential! Welcome to 3512 Carpenter Street SE, a well-loved 3-level Cape Cod nestled in the highly desirable Hillcrest neighborhood—just minutes from Capitol Hill and offering one of D.C.’s best-kept secrets for charm, space, and value. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, this home offers a flexible layout with two bedrooms and a full bath on the main level, a private top-level bedroom, large deck, wood burning fireplace and a partially finished basement with another full bath—ideal for guests, a home office, or future rental potential. While the home retains a classic, dated aesthetic, it has been meticulously maintained by its long-time owner and is move-in ready. Beneath the carpeting lie beautifully preserved hardwood floors, and the spacious fenced backyard with a deck is ready for entertaining or expansion. Whether you're a homeowner ready to customize and build equity over time, or an investor seeking your next high-ROI project, this is the perfect canvas. With renovated homes in Hillcrest regularly commanding prices near $1 million, the upside here is undeniable. 📍 Location Highlights: Tucked into a quiet, tree-lined street in Hillcrest—known for its tight-knit community, rolling hills, and suburban feel within city limits Easy access to Pennsylvania Ave, Capitol Hill, downtown D.C., and commuter routes Close to Fort Dupont Park, Hillcrest Recreation Center, and local retail & dining Bring your vision and unlock the full potential of this rare Hillcrest gem! 📞 Schedule your tour today and imagine the possibilities!
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: On Street
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $525,000
- Price/SqFt: $237
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,214
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Please use GPS
- Year Built: 1939
- Stories: 3
- Living Area: 2,214 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.13 Acres
- MLS Number: DCDC2197920
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Samson Properties
- Office Phone: (301) 850-0255
- Listing Agent: Charles C Heyward Jr.
- Agent Phone: (240) 604-9639
- Agent Email: charles@heywardhomes.com
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $467,900 | $1,214 |
2022 | $436,270 | $1,207 |
2021 | $414,640 | $1,159 |
2020 | $409,920 | $1,106 |
2019 | $382,900 | $1,057 |
2018 | $366,780 | $1,012 |
2017 | $322,980 | $924 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Beers Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.4 mi
•3600 Alabama Ave SE
4
Randle Highlands Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.5 mi
•1650 30th St SE
4
Kimball Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.9 mi
•3375 Minnesota Ave 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 $91,236. Residents of Washington, DC typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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About 3512 Carpenter St SE
The listing price of 3512 Carpenter St SE property is $525,000.
The property 3512 Carpenter St SE is a house located in Washington, undefined, 20020.
Coming Soon: 3512 Carpenter St SE is Coming Soon. This listing has not previously been on the market, but will be on the market soon (no showings are allowed yet). A listing contract has been executed.
The nearby schools for 3512 Carpenter St SE are: Beers Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Randle Highlands Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Kimball Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Sousa Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Kipp Dc - Key Academy Public Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Kramer Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), The Seed Public Charter School of Washington Dc (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Anacostia High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Friendship Public Charter School - Collegiate Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,214 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 3512 Carpenter St SE has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 3512 Carpenter St SE is 2,214 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 3512 Carpenter St SE is 1939.
This home is located at 3512 Carpenter St SE in Washington, DC and zip code 20020 in the Southeast neighborhood. This 2,214 square foot home, which was built in 1939, sits on a 0.13 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 8, 2025 and is currently priced at $525,000.
The number of homes for sale 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.