$1,250,000

553 15th St SE Washington, DC 20003

$10,000
Closing credit¹
4 beds
3 full, 1 partial
2,300 sqft
0.02 acres
$543 / sqft
Townhouse

Property details

About 553 15th St SE

RARE, wide semi-detached Capitol Hill home boasts 38 feet of frontage, a historic bay-front façade, French side doors to lush stone patio/garden, and a brand-new rear deck with outdoor kitchen. Just steps from the Metro, River Trail, The Roost, and Safeway, it offers ideal city living. Inside, enjoy a spacious 22-foot wide parlor with a wood-burning hearth and wide plank hardwood floors. The smartly designed kitchen features copious quartz counters, a 6-ft service bar, and premium Cafe appliances. The upper level has three oversized bedrooms, including a large primary suite, a full bath, and upper-level laundry. The lower level offers a versatile family/media room with bonus full bath and separate entrance. Fully flexible for guest bedroom, short-term rental studio, or home-based business? Call us for a private tour today!

Highlights

Home typeTownhouse
HeatingForced Air
StatusSale Pending
(PENDING)
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,300 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.02 Acres
Year built1908
ParkingOn Street
MLS #DCDC2192408
FireplaceCorner, Wood
ViewCity

Summary

  • MLS Number: DCDC2192408
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: Keller Williams Capital Properties
  • Office Phone: (202) 243-7700
  • Listing Agent: Joel S Nelson
  • Agent Phone: (202) 243-7707
  • Agent Email: listings@joelnelsongroup.com

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$1,250,000

553 15th St SE

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Oct 24, 2023
Home Sold
$1,066,500
Feb 22, 2013
Home Sold
$790,000
Jun 21, 2012
Home Sold
$300,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$1,036,820$8,079
2022$979,180$7,654
2021$964,800$7,551
2020$933,220$7,288
2019$909,340$7,093
2018$902,270$7,045
2017$888,910$6,939

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

8

Payne Elementary School

Public District EE-5

0.2 mi

1445 C St SE

7

Watkins/Peabody Elementary School

Public District EE-5

0.4 mi

420 12th St SE

6

Tyler Elementary School

Public District EE-5

0.5 mi

1001 G St SE

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $138,032. The majority of Washington, DC residents have income between $100k-200k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

10%
<35k
24%
35k-100k
43%
100k-200k
23%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

64%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
15%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
37%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Live TheatreLive Theatre
  • TennisTennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • MercedesMercedes
  • BMWBMW

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • AlternativeAlternative
  • NewsNews
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 553 15th St SE

This home is located at 553 15th St SE in Washington, DC and zip code 20003 in the Barney Circle / Hill East neighborhood. This 2,300 square foot home, which was built in 1908, sits on a 0.02 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 27, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,250,000.

While more than 66 listings in Washington, DC in March 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 81 listings sold at asking price, and more than 170 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Washington, DC between February and March 2025 increased by 40.4%. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 55 days, the median list price was $672,196.

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

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